2012 Chevrolet Volt Start Up, Engine, Test Drive, and In Depth Review

[@cedricmayfield3836]

I've been doing a lot of research on this car for past couple of weeks. Watched a lot of video. THIS VIDEO has been the most overall INFORMATIVE and UNBIASED. Just a lot of info about the car. THANK YOU! I hope you do more.

[@rolandocarvajal7594]

Yeah, a lot features were quite spoken in his videos

[@ShieldsJustice]

I've always wanted a Volt, but after seeing this review, I REALLY want one!

[@BrandonHill1234]

Ikr! Me too, these are great cars! When I checked out a few months ago, I was turned on ;)

[@toyoscio]

***** Poor guy

[@toyoscio]

ShieldsJustice Good luck

[@brigganthewolf1461]

toyoscio LOLX y did u say that?

[@utah133]

ShieldsJustice You need one. The 2016 gen 2 is awesome! I could only afford a used 2013 and still love it. The only thing missing is an exhaust note when I drive mine, 95% in EV mode so far.

[@3rdGenGuy]

Europeans like the VOLT Europeans usually hate any American car, just shows how good the Volt is.

[@3rdGenGuy]

***** A rarity.

[@halflife103]

Its nowhere near as rare as topgear and fifth gear make it seem. plenty of europeans like american cars

[@3rdGenGuy]

Steven Stringer Doesn;t seem that way lol

[@robnews11]

Not true, Ford is huge in Europe...

[@toyoscio]

PC Master Race Europeans usually get better models,than in the US.

[@johnnyViDeO]

The car has stellar reliability and loyal and happy owners, the most satisfied of any vehicle GM has ever made. It comes with a $7,500. fed tax credit and may have additional state energy rebates. Notice that the Volt can save approx. $7,600 in gas cost over 5 years and is proudly made in Detroit. For some drivers, the monthly gas savings can cover the cost of a lease! And, unlike pure electric cars, there is no range anxiety so you can drive the Volt anywhere an ICE car can go. Fantastic!

[@vegasbab.y3740]

johnny mars but now look at the bolt, I i would rounder than the volt but you get that 0-60 in 6.3 seconds or .4 and you get the same or even more fuel economy than the volt

[@AustinPadgett]

A tesla is quite then that but the Chevrolet volt is certainly cool

[@goodcar96]

my dad has one! hes in love with it since he has to drive to los angeles every single day... 100+mpg.. amazing

[@twmax4137]

My dad also has ome

[@Mds9608]

I love how there are birds chirping in the beginning of the video, it really enforces the idea that the Chevrolet Volt is an environmentally friendly vehicle! Excellent video as always Kyle!

[@jasondean88888]

Just picked up a 2013 Premium that originally sold for $45k for $9700. Had 125k miles and a full discharge of the battery used 10.2KWH, or about 95% of original capacity. Used, these are a frikin steal. Heated leathers seats, power everything, navigation, back up camera, etc and will save you $800 per 10,000 miles vs a 35mpg car not including routine maintenance.

[@wotan20]

Firstly I must say this was a tremendous effort Kyle, in more than one way. The production value of this video is earnestly closing on to professional and aesthetically pleasing level. I particularly liked the introductory shots, the nighttime footage and the driving sequences. Your cameraman (or woman) deserves praise as well, because he or she meaningfully contributed to the sophisticated look of this presentation.

[@TheSeanUhTron]

Now is a good time to buy the 1st Gen Volts since the 2nd Gen is hitting the roads. I just got mine, a loaded 2014. Got a great deal on it!

[@troybballin14]

I know right..I'm looking to buy one in the next month or so

[@icantw8]

The 2nd gen volt doesn't look like a redesign imo. The 1st gen volt still looks fresh and I don't blame anyone for buying them.

[@Javenjerrel]

Do you like it ?

[@TheSeanUhTron]

@@Javenjerrel Great car. Rarely have to put gas in it.

[@cyberatti]

Kyle, your reviews are the best on the Net. Detailed, concise and extremely professional. Another job well done!

[@lowellwetzel1804]

We got one because we support American jobs and American innovation. (And we couldn't afford a Tesla Model S). We average 160.1 mpg after 49,000 miles. We've driven to Seattle a number of times and around the Northwest.

[@stephenmccreeryiii9815]

You got a lemon. How did you buy a new 2012 Volt in 2016? GM is surpassing Toyota and Honda in quality now... that's how good they're getting... I am satisfied with my 300,000 mile GM... I'd try to talk to Chevrolet. That's where GM is currently failing, in customer service.

[@The91489]

one of the best cars ive ever owned feels like the 5th gen instead of the first very high quality compared to other electrics an hybrids best investment ive ever made good job gm

[@mikeippolito7033]

mom please buy me one of these

[@Hammar89]

This is the most quiet tour EVER by Kyle =P

[@johnroussakis4541]

I love electric vehicles. :D

[@pietroalbertotoma6952]

John Roussakis can drive at night

[@83Stang5oh]

i was really happy with this car when i sat in it at the Chicago auto show last year... i wouldnt mine owning one haha great video as always kyle

[@Super_Charged4life]

My dad was about to buy one intell he got inside he hated the inside soo he bought a prius instead

[@brianmcg321]

He should check out the 2016. Much improved.

[@Super_Charged4life]

still hates it

[@toyoscio]

Super Charged4life Smart father

[@wildwest1]

Prius is an ugly car.

[@Super_Charged4life]

have u seen the 2016 one its even worse

[@odoylerulz3476]

GM is actually making really good cars now.. This is by far the best looking electric car on the road atm. Looks really nice in person.

[@MikolajZelewski]

This silence while doing an exterior review is weird :)

[@903apc]

This is one of your best videos!

[@thedoorslammer6592]

AKA Cheval Surge From Gta 5

[@celticirishkeith]

Wow. Who don't love that interior tech. Good stuff

[@77magicbus]

I bought one about 2 months ago. Your review is spot on. Great job. I paid $13,350 for mine. Looks just like the one in the video. Same options except no navigation or bose speakers.

[@Gunboi130]

Does yours have bluetooth music? since it doesnt have either other options

[@77magicbus]

I don't use blue tooth, so I don't know if it does or not. It is a function on the overhead.

[@geremiasko]

Man, I really enjoy your reviews, they are so interesting. I appreciate your work. Keep it going, its amazing to watch it.

[@MarcAndredeLaRonde]

Best car reviews I've ever seen ! Super channel !

[@celticirishkeith]

Love that start up sound.

[@sajithnair]

A Very Good detailed report about Volt,I didnt ever seen the Car report like this,Great....

[@mbaxter22]

That's a great color scheme with the two tone leather and the dark material for the dash, console, etc. Looks much better than the default tan interior. I haven't seen a used Volt with this interior and now I want one!

[@joeshadow67]

This car is a marvel of technology. I have driven it and it is a masterpiece

[@djpak1]

this guy did a great job of reviewing this car...

[@jaredthegeneralmotorscarguy.]

Remote Start 1:00 Backup Camera 2:27

[@chrisnzella]

found it on your channel. Thanks. I'm enjoying these videos.

[@KTPurdy]

The most comprehensive walk-through of the Volt

[@ltrebl]

That Men In Black song brought back so many memories. oh and great review as always Kyle.

[@tnguyen318]

The Chevrolet Volt is a good car. I test drove one last year and it was as expected. Engine was strong yet quiet. Ride is rigid yet comfortable. Interior design is high tech.

[@SunnysideChevy]

Great video Kyle, this is such a great car awesome style and unlike most other hybrids/electric cars it doesn't feel like a golf cart. Keep up the great work love the channel

[@gentle285]

Fantastic video Kyle! Keep up the good work!

[@KTPurdy]

I had a Volt with the exact options pearl white, polished wheels, white seats. It was a very nice looking car.

[@tph777]

Can't believe I watched the whole video...good job.

[@KLINGY94]

definitely a long awaited Saabkyle04 review :) GREAT VID KYLE!!

[@dave11686]

Awesome video as always Kyle! The Volt is really cool.

[@georgemartin1436]

I'm a little late...I had a 2014 Volt, traded in for a Bolt (free charging at work made that necessary). But I still wanted a second vehicle and I found a perfect Fire-engine red 2012 with all these options I did not have on the 2014....so this video helped me...NOW...the dual screen thing....HAD NO CLUE. Thanks!

[@rodrigomeca]

Congrats for yours reviews. makes me feel like i'm closer to the cars! thanx! keep the good job!

[@CharlieStyr]

Awesome tour video Kyle. I really like this car, and think that this platform, ER-EV is definitely the future until battery technology advances much further. Thanks for your work!

[@ColtonIsABoss95]

I always find it funny how when Kyle reviews cars like these with so many awesome features, he doesn't seem amazed at all. :)

[@Aldairion]

I think it's somewhat ironic that the first time I saw a Chevrolet Volt (and a Nissan Leaf!) was in Texas. Keep it up man!

[@JoshJW11]

Wow, this car is awesome and its beautiful! I had no idea the car had a gasoline engine! That gives great reassurance to the driver, that you don't have to run completely off battery you do still have a real engine! This is the best hybrid available, hands down...

[@kyle51895]

This thing is epic, I love the styling, which is alot more than I can say about the pirus

[@sun450]

Fantastic video, thank you for posting, EXCELLENT

[@ra5928]

It took me about 45 seconds to fall in love with the car. I drove Caddy's for over 30 years. This rides like a small Caddy, just smoother because of the lack of vibration.

[@SuperJunkie13]

And I am proud to watch !

[@wil48823]

Fantastic review! Love the night-time footage. Thanks Kyle. :-)

[@koolice]

Great video. Answered every question I had. Thank you.

[@Rockport1911]

Very very nice Video you did there. Its actually better than most videos made by commercial car magazines. The Volt seems very well engineered to me. Sadly here in germany it will be covered with some OPEL badges.

[@toypop96]

I really love how hybrids come with those little screens which probably waste half of your battery power when moving.

[@halfwit134]

Really nice job Kyle!

[@rjeffress]

Great review saabkyle04. Looks just like my Volt. I love my Volt and it's been over two months since I've added gas. The cost of a full charge is running me $1.53 a day. There are a few free public charging stations in my area to keep me going gas free. I'll direct those with questions to your video. You didn't leave anything uncovered that I can think of. Maybe just the lack of a spare tire but that is more common now days anyway. Keep up the excellent work.

[@ra5928]

Hey! I respect you opinion. I have a Volt. I love it. I took my family on the USS Iowa tour ... made 3 videos. "USS Iowa - 1" - "USS Iowa - 2" - and "USS Iowa - Slide Show". It was a mess ... being worked on to take it down to So. CA to be used as a floating museum. But it was still awesome.

[@BerettaTV]

These will change the world!!!

[@tranceient]

I have a Prius and love it, but this is the next level. We certainly live in interesting times. I can't wait to see what innovations the next 5 to 10 years bring. The future is now!

[@justin6581]

Yep. 5 years later, the model 3, then the model s plaid. Yep. You were right.

[@RecoveringLoner]

Intriguing! I saw this and the Leaf at the Orlando Auto Show back in Nov. Given a choice, I'd have the Volt, no question.

[@ra5928]

You are like me. I had a 1978 Cad Seville, black on silver, for 17 years. Looked brand new & sold it for 2 X blue book. I also bought a 1994 Cad STS, white diamond. Kept it 17 years also. Kept it sparkling new also. I plan to keep my Volt about 6 years, though because I want to trade it in for a Cad ELR (if they come out with it). I thought my caddy days were over until I saw the ELR.

[@datboiwes333]

@1bentley4ever yeah I saw that on the news. We didn't have anything like that just small outages that lasted for like an hour. Plus Texas is on it's own separate power grid so if any neighboring state has a problem we don't get affected.

[@stewardlie]

LOL Kyle review in beside a lake with lots of nature elements! Nice!!

[@gilroytrevor]

guess most of the cars sell due to ur excellent reviews .. :) awesome videos kyle..

[@kylio85]

Great review, very detailed & technically competent. Good job & thank u 4 this video pal. :)

[@Alprazolam]

Correction, on the eco orb gauge. The same goes for braking. I know this is for demonstrative purposes but you were mashing the brakes way to hard for effective regeneration. When the brake regeneration orb goes toward the orange bottom that indicates you are not receiving optimal regeneration.

[@saxman112]

Great video on the Volt, Kyle! Unlike what other people have been saying in the comments, I do believe that gas and oil are going to become exclusive resources and people are going to eventually buy this type of car. The interior of the car sure looks nice for what it is! Right now, I drive a 2005 Toyota Highlander myself, which has a MPG rating on regular unleaded of 19 city, 25 highway, but later, I could possibly see myself driving something like this. If not, I could also possibly see

[@BrettzGaming56]

Love this video!

[@Autan4]

Really nice car and very good review.

[@3dognite]

Great video!

[@Saytheodd]

The 7-speaker Bose Audio in this car is the same on offered in the 2012 Fiat 500! And it sounds amazing!

[@murphxmurph]

Very detailed and interesting review! I find it funny that the volt has the same chime noises for the door being open as my 1996 Cadillac :P

[@erictheberry]

I want this car so much.

[@frankth3frizz]

Can't wait until top gear reviews this! So excited for the zingers.

[@ra5928]

The battery in your laptop doesn't have a buffer that can't be used as in EV batteries. This applies to all EV's, not just the Volt. The buffer protects the battery from any memory build-up and excesive depletion. There are tons of EV's around with batteries that have lasted well over 200,000 miles. Some have been used by cab companies who have racked up over 300,000 miles.

[@jasavak]

I leased a Volt yesterday for $360 a month after paying the tax and dealer fees . I replaced a 6-cylinder car and it will save me $180 in gasoline per month . The Volt only costs around $25 a month more to operate than a basic car like a Corolla , Sentra or Civic . If the price of gas goes back to $4.29 , it would actually cost me less to operate than the most basic entry level vehicles . My calculations already include the $30 a month in additional electricity .

[@jaredthegeneralmotorscarguy.]

The black roof line between the Chevrolet Volt and Tesla.

[@StevenScarn94]

One of your better reviews. This technology is real interesting, The price is a bit steep though.

[@ra5928]

I pay $1.14 per 40 miles on average. 44 in summer and 37-38 in winter. That equates to about 150 mpg equivalent. It takes 10 hrs. @ 1.3 kwh's per hour to charge the car. Take the utility rate you pay and multiply it by 13. That is what it takes to charge a Volt. My last E bill was $72 dollars. That was for my whole house and 612 miles driving in the car. It saved me over $100 in gas plus payed my E bill.

[@CataM8]

love the shut down sound :d

[@MrNightwalk1]

Thank You! I love this car :)

[@58stevenb]

Amazing Car, wonder how it will fare after several years. Great Job on the review Kyle :)

[@thadhaines1631]

That is impressive! I agree wholeheartedly with you. I guess what i meant to say was the initial sticker shock may keep folks away. It will be interesting to see what is in store for the future of these vehicles. I would love to see a family sized vehicle go all electric. Its gonna take some time but it will happen! Thanks for the reply!

[@Ddog2k3]

Mannnnn!! That dashboard is coool yo!!! :)

[@danwat1234]

No. The Volts took 3 weeks to catch on fire while being upside down with the battery pack and gas tank still charged/full. This was after a major side impact crash test. You'd think everyone would get out by then and the fuel systems drained! GM has since identified the issue and reinforced the coolant lines, and any Volt owner can have this repair done 4 free.

[@dannytroy]

Wow, very nice informative, detailed info on the total car.....and without misinformation. Not really a review though, more of an infomercial. As far as the price, it will come down in time, especially after the federal rebate expires. Considering the technology that was put into this car, it's not a bad price, at this early period in EVs.

[@accountnumber90]

You know, I had my doubts about this car, but upon seeing this, I'd say that it's pretty cool. The center stack is a little busy, but I'd certainly take one over a Nissan Leaf because it's much more versatile.

[@chevyreaper]

i love that hiding place in the center console

[@Hinkle3]

this car is awesome! and has some power

[@stewardlie]

This is actually the one of the first chevy cars that I would consider buying after the cruze

[@Escalade528]

Is it just me, or when he remote started it, I could not hear a thing even with volume turned all the way up. Nice Review Kyle!

[@hitssquad]

@mitchman2100 "It's not an electric vehicle, no beating around the bush, it's just a very good hybrid." The Prius can go about a mile on battery power, and not on the freeway. The Volt can drive on the freeway for about 40 miles. Do you see a difference there?

[@thastump]

@Techdude9856 It does actually power the wheels in very specific circumstances, like if the battery is depleted and you try to drive at high speeds on the freeway.

[@Christian7thSF]

This car looks really nice in red & black.

[@wotan20]

@Goldenrod636 If I got Kyle's explanation right, the motor doesn't charge the battery, but it will power the electric motors, when the battery charge drops bellow 30% capacity.

[@1689LCF]

So if you drive less than 40 miles a day, you can just use the battery and you wouldn't even need to fuel up?

[@desertfox2020]

@gradxg I know for a fact the prius has alot more head and leg room (personal experience). It also has more range and doesn't need to be plugged in. And it costs almost half what this does.

[@jaredthegeneralmotorscarguy.]

Remote Start 1:00

[@Americanmuscle1968]

The Pontiac G8 is originally from where you live so I can believe they wouldn't be hard to find there. I'm not surprised with it being imported. That's how everything works these days.