Used Chevrolet Volt for Sale near Lafayette, IN

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 $10,914, and over the past year that nationwide average reached a low of $9,933. 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 across its full run. 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 operation, and the flexibility of its hybrid system for daily driving. The model also gets recurring praise for its stylish design and efficient operation.

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

The main tradeoffs called out in expert reviews are cramped rear seats, a small cargo area, and cheap interior materials, with some years also drawing comments about dated tech or limited rear-seat comfort.

30.3% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Chevrolet Volt models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently praise the Volt for its smooth, quiet operation, efficient powertrain, and practical everyday usability. The model’s electric-first driving character and flexible gasoline backup also come through as 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, long-term ownership risk looks manageable when you verify maintenance history and battery-related service records carefully.

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

Across all model years, at 68.4% 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, 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: 43/42 mpg city/highway and 106 MPGe in electric mode

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-driving experience and the standard tech that makes the car feel modern, including Chevrolet MyLink with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. It suits you if you want the most accessible way into the model.
• 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 for parallel and perpendicular spaces, and machined-finish aluminum wheels. It’s the best-value choice 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. That’s why the most plentiful model years often become the default used-car picks.

What is the Chevrolet Volt's resale value?

Most of the model years in this set have moved lower year over year, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. One year in the table has moved higher, so pricing is not moving in a single direction across the lineup.

The 2014 model year is holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2015, 2014, 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, 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 −6.52% versus a year ago, and the 2017 model is at −4.36%.
• Deal availability: The 2018 model has 29.9% good and great deals, and the 2017 model has 31.8%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2017 model has the most listings at a current average price of $11,743. The Chevrolet Volt offers a smooth, quiet driving character that makes its electric-first setup especially appealing in 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 September 15, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.