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 $10,750, and its year-round low is $9,940.74. That gives you a useful snapshot of what shoppers are seeing across the model line. 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 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 lets you handle daily driving on electric power while keeping gasoline flexibility for longer trips. Across the model line, the Volt's stylish design and efficient operation come through as recurring positives.

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

The main trade-offs that show up in expert feedback are cramped rear seats, a small cargo area, and some cheap interior materials. Those are the kinds of compromises you should weigh against the Volt's efficiency and everyday usability.

32.3% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Chevrolet Volt models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently point to the Volt's smooth operation, strong efficiency, and well-integrated electrified powertrain as core strengths. The model also earns praise for delivering a calm, quiet driving experience and for making electric commuting feel practical.

• 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 choose carefully and verify the car's history and condition before buying.

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

Across all model years, at 68% 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 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: 106.4 MPGe, 106 MPGe, and 42 mpg.

Which Chevrolet Volt trim should I buy?

The 2016 Chevrolet Volt offers...

• LT: This is the best-value trim if you want the Volt's core efficiency and tech, including Chevrolet's MyLink infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus the model's distinctive electric-drive character.
• 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.

What Chevrolet Volt do most buyers choose?

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

Higher-volume years tend to be the easiest to shop because you get more listings to compare and a better chance of finding the right price, mileage, and equipment mix. They also tend to attract more deal-priced inventory, which can help you move faster when a good example appears.

What is the Chevrolet Volt's resale value?

Prices are moving lower across the years shown, which can work in your favor if you're shopping used. The biggest drops are in the newer model years, while the older ones are changing more gradually. That pattern suggests you may find better value now than you would have a year ago.

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

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 −7.67% versus a year ago, and the 2017 model is at −7.79%.
• Deal availability: The 2018 model has 34.8% good and great deals, and the 2017 model has 36.1%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2017 model has the most listings at a current average price of $11,544. The Chevrolet Volt offers a smooth, quiet, and efficient driving experience that makes it especially appealing for everyday commuting.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: What makes the Volt utterly unique is that it combines a 1.5-liter 4-cylinder gasoline engine, located under the hood, with a two-motor electric drive unit that powers the front wheels. The electric drive unit makes 149 horsepower and 294 lb-ft of torque, and Chevrolet claims it can travel up to 53 miles on a single charge.
• Tech: Standard equipment includes Chevrolet's MyLink infotainment system, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus several displays that track efficiency, power flow, and other metrics.
• Safety: Two different Driver Confidence option packages add blind-spot warning with lane-change alert and rear cross-traffic alert, plus forward-collision warning with low-speed automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, and automatic high-beam headlights.
• Starting price: Chevrolet offers the Volt in LT and Premier trim, with a 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 21, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.