2017 Chevrolet Volt problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What gas mileage does the 2017 Chevrolet Volt get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2017 Chevrolet Volt at about 42 mpg combined (43 city / 42 highway).

Q: How much is a 2017 Chevrolet Volt worth?

Comparable 2017 Chevrolet Volt listings run roughly $14,900–$20,988, typically around $16,699 (from 9 vehicles).

2017 Chevrolet Volt at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Owner complaints688

Combined42 mpg

Typical price$16,699

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2017 Chevrolet Volt recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2017 Chevrolet Volt.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2017 Chevrolet Volt common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 688 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Fuel/propulsion System

Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

Engine

Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Power Train

Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Hybrid Propulsion System

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2017 Chevrolet Volt MPG & running costs

Combined42 mpg

City43 mpg

Highway42 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$1,450

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2017 Chevrolet Volt worth?

Low

$14,900

Typical price

$16,699

High

$20,988

From 9 comparable 2017 Chevrolet Volt listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2017 Chevrolet Volt costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$7,250

Depreciation (5 yrs)$4,500

Total$11,750

Per mile$0.16

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($16,699) with the same model 5 model-years older ($12,180), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.