Used Chevrolet Volt for Sale nearDavenport, 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 $10,806, and over the past year that nationwide average reached a low of $9,963. 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 is a strong used-car choice if you want electric driving with gasoline backup. The all-generations owner rating is 4.61/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Volt’s electric range, fuel economy, and smooth, quiet operation. They also like its versatile hybrid system and the way it makes daily driving feel efficient and easy to live with. Expert coverage reinforces that appeal by highlighting the Volt’s distinctive powertrain and its ability to handle everyday driving with confidence.

Expert reviews rate the 2016 model among the highest across all years.

The main tradeoffs called out in recent expert reviews are cramped rear seats, a small cargo area, and cheap interior materials. 31.3% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Chevrolet Volt models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently praise the Volt for its smooth operation, strong efficiency, and practical electric-first driving experience. The model’s powertrain and everyday usability are recurring strengths, and owner feedback across the years is generally positive.

• 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, charging, and overall maintenance history before you buy.

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

Across all model years, at 70.3% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Driver Confidence option packages with blind-spot warning, rear cross-traffic alert, forward-collision warning, 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 and 42 mpg when using the gasoline generator

Which Chevrolet Volt trim should I buy?

The 2016 Chevrolet Volt offers these trims:

• LT: The entry trim gives you the Volt’s core electric-first driving experience and is the best-value choice for shoppers who want the model’s main strengths without extra luxury equipment.
• 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.

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 choices on price, mileage, and condition, which makes it easier to find a Volt that fits your budget and priorities.

What is the Chevrolet Volt's resale value?

Overall, the table shows mostly softening prices, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. The larger declines on the newer model years suggest better near-term value for buyers, while one older year has moved up slightly. The 2014, 2017, and 2018 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’s Driver Confidence packages add blind-spot warning, rear cross-traffic alert, forward-collision warning, 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 −6.77% versus a year ago, and the 2017 model is at −4.1%.
• Deal availability: The 2018 model has 31.9% good and great deals, and the 2017 model has 33.8%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2017 model has the most listings at a current average price of $11,720. The Chevrolet Volt offers smooth, quiet electric-first driving with the flexibility of gasoline backup.

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 September 29, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.