Used Chevrolet Volt for Sale near Idaho

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 $10,518, and over the past year that nationwide average reached a low of $9,941. 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 pick if you want efficient 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 for its impressive electric range, fuel economy, smooth and quiet performance, and versatile hybrid system that supports daily driving. The model also earns repeat praise for its stylish design and efficient operation, especially from shoppers who want to minimize fuel expenses and keep everyday driving simple.

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 cheap interior materials, with earlier versions also drawing comments about dated tech.

31.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Chevrolet Volt models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently point to the Volt’s efficient powertrain, smooth operation, and practical everyday usability as its biggest strengths. The model’s electric-first driving character and strong fuel economy also come through clearly in owner feedback across the years.

• 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 long-term ownership picture looks encouraging if you value efficiency and a proven plug-in setup, though you should still verify maintenance history and battery-related service records.

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

Across all model years, at 67.5% 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, lane-change alert, 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 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 brings the Volt’s core efficiency-focused setup and is the best-value choice if you want the model’s main appeal without stepping up for extra luxury features.
• Premier: This trim adds leather upholstery, heated front and rear seats, heated side mirrors, a heated steering wheel, Bose premium sound system, wireless device charging, automatic parking assist for parallel and perpendicular spaces, 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 draw more shoppers because they give you more listings to compare and more chances to find the right price, color, and equipment mix. They also tend to be the easiest years to shop when you want both selection and deal availability.

What is the Chevrolet Volt's resale value?

Most of the price movement shown here is downward, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. One older model year is moving up, but the overall pattern still points to softer pricing on the more recent examples in the table.

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 also offers 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 −4.84% versus a year ago, and the 2017 model is at −4.21%.
• Deal availability: The 2018 model has 34.8% good and great deals, and the 2017 model has 37.6%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2017 model has the most listings at a current average price of $11,630. The Chevrolet Volt offers a distinctive electric-first driving experience with smooth, quiet operation and practical everyday usability.

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 20, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.