The Car Exam Quick Quiz #27: The 2011 Chevrolet Volt
Good Grades: Electric power and a gasoline-powered generator= 300 plus miles of range--something the Nissan Leaf or the outgoing Tesla Roadster can't boast; a comfortable, usable interior (making it a hatchback was a great idea), a nice Bose audio system, terrific gauge cluster with informational computer, good in-town acceleration, as well as highway passing acceleration. It's the best-executed gasoline/plug-in electric car on the market right now.
Bad Grades: The Volt is on the heavy side, the touch-control system a bit on the sensitive side, the brakes take some getting used to--they require more effort than normal, and the price of admission is somewhat high.
The Final Grade: The Volt is a winner--it shows that General Motors can indeed build an innovative, useful electric car that can run circles around the competition. I was very impressed with the Volt, and I can see why it is such an award-winning car. Plus, know this: for 2012, the navigation and Bose stereo system will be optional, which should put in dent in the price of the Volt's starting price. Add the government's additional price reductions on electric vehicles, and the Chevrolet Volt will be accessible to more customers. Also, get the 220 volt charger for the Volt--it will charge the electric motor much faster than the 110 volt system. Well done, Chevrolet and GM.
The Car Exam Final Grade: A
MSRP: $32,780
By P. Scott
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