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 $10,558, and its year-round low is $9,963.42. That puts the model in a fairly accessible range for shoppers who want electrified driving with a used-car budget. Recently, prices have come down for the 2015, 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 pick if you want efficient electric driving with everyday flexibility. The all-generations owner rating is 4.61/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Volt for its electric range, fuel economy, and smooth, quiet operation. Reviewers also highlight its versatile hybrid system and stylish design, which help it feel practical and distinctive at the same time.

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

The main trade-offs that show up in expert reviews are cramped rear seats, a small cargo area, and some cheap interior materials, especially in the earlier years.

27.0% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Chevrolet Volt models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the Volt as efficient, smooth, and easy to live with, and the expert review data reinforces its strong everyday usability and thoughtful engineering. Across the model years, the car’s electric-first character and well-integrated powertrain are recurring strengths.

• 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, the main long-term ownership risk is tied to age and condition, so a careful inspection and history check matter most on higher-mileage examples.

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

Across all model years, at 68.3% 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-2019 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Driver Confidence option packages with blind-spot warning, lane-change alert, 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: 149 horsepower and 294 lb-ft of torque, up to a claimed 53 miles on a single charge, and 420 miles of total driving range.

Which Chevrolet Volt trim should I buy?

The 2016 Chevrolet Volt offers these trims:

• LT: The LT gives you the core Volt experience with the redesigned powertrain, MyLink infotainment, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and the model’s efficiency-focused character. It’s the best-value choice if you want the Volt’s main strengths without moving up the trim ladder.
• Premier: The Premier 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 in the lineup.

What Chevrolet Volt do most buyers choose?

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

The highest-volume years tend to be the most popular because they give you more inventory to compare and more chances to find the right price and equipment mix. They also usually represent the sweet spot between newer features and broader used-market availability.

What is the Chevrolet Volt's resale value?

The table shows broad downward movement across the model years, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. The sharpest drops are in the newer years, while the older years are changing more gradually. That pattern suggests you may find stronger value in recent model years that have already absorbed a larger share of their price decline.

The 2014, 2015, 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 safety tech centers on the Driver Confidence option packages, which 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 or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2018 model is at −6.32% versus a year ago, and the 2017 model is at −10.44%.
• Deal availability: The 2018 model has 28.2% good and great deals, and the 2017 model has 27.9%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2017 model has the most listings at a current average price of $11,243. The Chevrolet Volt offers a smooth, quiet, and efficient driving experience that makes it especially appealing for daily commuting.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: 1.5-liter 4-cylinder gasoline engine, 18.4 kilowatt-hour lithium-ion battery, 149 horsepower, 294 lb-ft of torque, 53 miles on a single charge, and 420 miles of total driving range.
• Tech: Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
• Safety: 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.
• Starting price: the base price amounting to $33,995 including the destination charge.

If you're buying used today, the 2017 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for 2020 inventory to mature.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 28, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.