Used Chevrolet Volt for Sale nearAmes, IA

How much does the Chevrolet Volt cost in today's market?

Used Chevrolet Volt prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Chevrolet Volt's current nationwide average price is $10,810, and over the past year that average reached a low of $9,973. Recently, prices have come down for the 2017 and 2018 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Chevrolet Volt a good car?

Yes — the Chevrolet Volt earns strong marks from owners for its electric range, fuel economy, and smooth, quiet driving character. The all-generations owner rating is 4.61/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners also consistently praise the Volt’s efficient hybrid system and its ability to handle daily driving on electric power, while the model’s stylish design and practical versatility come through in the feedback as well. Expert reviews rate the 2016 model among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs across recent expert-reviewed years center on cramped rear seating, a small cargo area, and interior materials that feel inexpensive. 31.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Chevrolet Volt models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently highlight the Volt’s smooth, quiet operation, strong efficiency, and distinctive powertrain as major strengths. The model also earns praise for its everyday usability and the way it blends electric driving with gasoline backup.

• Owners rate the Chevrolet Volt between 3.5 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk looks manageable if you verify battery-health-related usage patterns and service history carefully.

What should I look for when buying a used Chevrolet Volt?

Across all model years, at 69.7% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2015 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Driver Confidence option packages with blind-spot warning, rear cross-traffic alert, forward-collision warning with low-speed automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, and automatic high-beam headlights
• Infotainment: Chevrolet MyLink infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Fuel efficiency: 106 MPGe in electric mode, 42 mpg when using the gasoline generator, and 420 miles of total driving range

Which Chevrolet Volt trim should I buy?

The 2016 Chevrolet Volt offers these trims:

• LT: The entry trim brings the Volt’s core efficiency-focused setup and a strong value proposition for shoppers who want the model’s distinctive powertrain without extra luxury add-ons.
• Premier: This trim adds leather upholstery, heated front and rear seats, heated side mirrors, a heated steering wheel, Bose premium sound, wireless device charging, automatic parking assist, and machined-finish aluminum wheels. It suits you if you want the most comfort and convenience features.

What Chevrolet Volt do most buyers choose?

The Chevrolet Volt years with the most listings are 2017, 2018, and 2016.

Higher-volume years usually give you more shopping choice, more price competition, and a better chance of finding the trim and condition you want.

What is the Chevrolet Volt's resale value?

Most of the years shown are moving lower in price, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. One older year is moving up slightly, showing that some Volt model years can still hold value well when demand stays steady. The overall pattern points to improving opportunities for buyers on the years that are easing down.

The 2014, 2018, and 2017 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Chevrolet Volt safe?

• 2016: 8/10

The 2016 Volt includes Driver Confidence option packages with blind-spot warning, rear cross-traffic alert, forward-collision warning with low-speed automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, and automatic high-beam headlights.

For the safest used buy, the 2016 model posts the highest confirmed score of 8/10.

Should I buy a used Chevrolet Volt now?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2018 model is at −3.94% versus a year ago, and the 2017 model is at −4.67%.
• Deal availability: The 2018 model has 33.7% good and great deals, and the 2017 model has 36.6%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2017 model has the most listings at a current average price of $11,781. The Chevrolet Volt offers a distinctive blend of electric driving and gasoline backup that makes it especially practical for everyday use.

If you're buying used today, the 2017 model year offers the best mix of value and availability.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 6, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.