Chevy Volt 2017 Review: An Electric Car With A Gas Assistant

[@DanKillam]

as a volt owner, I think you've got the most honest, accurate view of this car I've seen so far

[@TheMrMobile]

+Dan Killam Thanks! Good to hear from a real-world user.

[@qumefox]

The blind spot complaint is false though. Adjust your wing mirrors properly and there's very little blind spot. (Hint, if you can see your own car in the wing mirrors, they are NOT adjusted properly)

[@richardalexander5758]

Still loving my 2017 after a year and 14,000 miles. I've had no problem beating all the advertised range and mileage figures.

[@1kmaster1]

Not sure if you'll see this but - do you still have the Volt? I'm thinking about buying a used 17', with 15k miles, priced $17-18k. Good deal?

[@richardalexander5758]

Update, still loving the Volt three years later at 55,000 miles, with no noticeable battery loss, though I've been careful to never fully discharge, and try to limit charging to 100% as much as possible.

[@richardobrian9029]

Great video. Thank you! I took possession of my 2017 Chevy Volt in late August 2016, and to date have put in less than $20 of gas. I live in a cold climate area (Connecticut), so the engine runs any time the outside temperature is 30 degrees Fahrenheit or less or until the car is warmed up. My commute is less than 10 miles, so most days I don't use gasoline at all. Having come from driving a Prius for well over 15 years, I can say that the Chevy Volt is a great car. I look forward to hearing about others' experiences with this car.

[@TheMrMobile]

Nice; thanks for sharing your own Volt experience!

[@floobertuber]

I think it's important to note, if you want, you can set your car to stay off the dino juice until a lower-than-30F temperature. Not sure what it is in the 2016, but in my 2014 Volt it was settable (see your environmental config settings) to not kick in until 16F. I recently traded that car for a 2019 Volt LT and was astonished to see it can now be set to -13F! That's great for people in cold places, who never wish to use gas, and have a fairly short commute. Personally I'm not that gas-averse, but it's nice to have the option! You can always warm the engine up (and get a little 'free' cabin heat, thereby) if you switch to "hold" mode, too.

[@brtnspn]

This review is SO much better than any on "dedicated" car channels. Great work!

[@canoopsy]

Brilliant video. Love the conclusion, makes complete sense.

[@TheMrMobile]

+Canoopsy much obliged, brother.

[@altay4room]

Jeez, what a smart review!

[@RedRider1600]

Actually, the conclusion didn't make sense. If the Volt is "not for me" because he lives in an apartment and can't plug it in, then how is an all EV Tesla for him? The Tesla will always require plugging in.

[@johnnyViDeO]

Good, professionally shot and edited, video, my friend. One of the few points about the Volt you missed was the quiet and serene driving experience that is intoxicating. You can actually hear subtle nuances in your music whilst cruising down the highway. The other point is the much lower maintenance required. I am one of those fanatical Volt owners (2013), currently averaging over 140 MPG, with two oil changes and 4 tire rotations for maintenance over 50k of trouble free miles. Did I mention 5-star safety, 10 airbags, and much higher than average reliability? It is the car of the future, available now. BTW, good luck getting your M3 by 2020.

[@EternalDestiny48]

Simply the clearest and best review of the Chevy Volt and I have seen quite a bit of them! Thank you very much

[@johnnyViDeO]

Well done and thoughtful video, Mr. Fisher. Much lower maintenance on a PHEV, and the battery and electric powertrain are covered for 8 years and 100,000 miles. Perfect commuter/around town car with no range anxiety!

[@bwhick7492]

I love this car. I came from the first model and find this one to be even better.

[@CharlieJohnson963]

Love the review awesome. I live in an apartment with no charger. However, my commute to work is 20 miles a week total. I charge up every weekend at my brothers house. This helps us to keep in touch more often. Now that we are two of three remaining in our family. Apartment chargers are coming. So I keep an eye out for one close when they arrive. Keep up the Great work.

[@ericmilroy1968]

Dude, you have hands down the coolest reviews. Stay classy! :D You're my favorite KZbinr at this moment!

[@xavierramirez330]

i live in apartments and i charge my volt. i run an extension cord to it. and all is well. i love my volt. love it!! and i dont know why more people have one.

[@ruben62518]

What kind of extension? I’m in the same boat and been charging at work.

[@MRFabulousDuck]

please dont ever change that intro. its the best intro of anything ive ever seen!

[@PeterBlancoPhoneTechNet]

I just came here to say hi to Tony Sta- I mean Michael Fisher.

[@shudidesai]

Don't get it?

[@Sand_1995]

I thought I was the only one who felt he had a RDJ vibe.

[@Thisath100]

You definitely are not! :)

[@HanaanHussain]

he is the tony starks of youtube

[@sleekitwan]

Peter Blanco THAT'S WHO THE VOICE REMINDED me of! I was listening to the crisp tones, and thinking, who's this like?! A very clear delivery, Mr Fisher need not apply for a netflix series acting job - have you heard some of those mumblers? The ground-glass male leads are the worst. Guess it's an age thing.

[@HellYeahItsEIVZ]

(Just discovered this channel) and now I am so happy Michael Fisher is finally back in my life :D

[@ObamakaDabrinze]

I simply do not know why more people do not subscribe to this channel. His reviews are flawless

[@saideivr47]

Awesome video Michael and please do review the soap bar.☺

[@directorjustin]

I enjoy listening to you narrate. You speak very clearly and are relaxing to listen to.

[@AstroGremlinAmerican]

i was looking at a LEAF, now looking at the Volt. So grateful for this video, filled with information. Good job!

[@TheMrMobile]

+Astro Gremlin thanks! Happy to help!

[@froidesprit]

This video convinced my mom to get a volt instead of a leaf.

[@JongChoongShyr]

so much quality without too much or too little details. Laconic yet captivating.

[@andrewjamesstump]

As a 2017 Volt owner myself, this is one of the most honest and factual reviews of this car anywhere on KZbin. Thank you for being a great automotive journalist.

[@daveriley6310]

Great presence and speaking style, Michael. You may well be the most accomplished and effective professional speaker on youtube. The writing is top tier, as well. A clarification may be in order for "Chevy says the Volt will give you up to 53 miles...." The EPA is the one saying 53 miles electric range is estimated on the combined city/highway cycle. An "up to" electric miles number could be 80 miles or 40 miles depending on the driver and a host of environmental factors. And as I may have written previously, the Hold Mode does not keep the battery "at or close to full." It keeps the battery near the level existing when Hold is selected. These 2 points are minor tweaks to a great review which captures the Volt's real-world usefulness. And it is a scrupulously fair review, an example being the rebooting entertainment system on the tester, which other reviewers might have used to advance a personal view of Volt's or GM's shortcomings.

[@NickGuzelian]

Chevy needs to take notes from you. I didn't even know of this car. Good Job! They really owe you one.

[@floobertuber]

Chevy hosed its own product from day one by NOT advertising it enough, nor effectively when they advertised it at all. They have nobody to blame for that, but themselves. #shame on GM for that.

[@BoxCarBoy12]

Wow. Michael Fisher is not only the king of smartphone reviews, he's probably the king of any and all tech reviews as well!

[@billdefalco9380]

This is such an Incredible drive concept, and you just cannot beat it for the unlimited range that is available thtough a quick, convenient fill up at any gast station. I can't wait to see this system in a compact SUV (like my beloved 2014 Buick Encore) - because that's when it will be time for me to trade in my Encore! Until then, I am incredibly impressed with the 30.5 Average MPG I've racked up in over 45,000 miles of driiving in my 2014 AWD Buick Encore - truly one of the Best and Most FUN to Drive cars I've ever owned! The only way to make it better is with a Volt drive system - oh, and don't forget an AWD version, as I'd never go back to FWD after experienceing the great handling and incredible traction of the AWD Buick Encore - especilly in the Upstate NY Snow Season! Keep the Great Cars Coming GM!

[@rdsingh122]

Unfortunate on how this never picked up and instead the EVs became a bigger priority... I feel like phevs should have picked up more than the fully electric cars

[@michaelboulos8734]

For a phone, pocket tech reviewer I have to say Michael did an excellent job for someone who has relatively little experience in the car world (compared to big names like motortrend, smoking tire, etc.) and he did a pretty good job at it too. Keep up the good work Mr. Mobile!

[@TheMrMobile]

+Mike BOULOS Thanks!

[@Quickmilt]

Yes a great production of how the Volt works and a better understanding of it. I makes the Chevy Volt not so 'invisible' once you have seen this well explained video. I also have just heard that the maintenance on the Volt is incredibly low, some owners just have to change the oil in the car every 2 years, that is it, no other repairs or costs for them! Thanks for the information, got me thinking more towards the Volt now. Just need to know how it handles in the winter driving conditions here in Canada!?

[@PhoPhucLai02]

My favorite reviewer reviewing my favorite car. The stars and universe are aligning I feel :)

[@YouAreBreathing]

Now I want to see a drag race between Michael Fisher and MKBHD in their respective cars.

[@PavelVarga24]

Yes, but we all know that MKBHD's Tesla model S P100D would beat up this Chevy or Tesla Model 3 any day

[@TheOtherNeutrino]

A better and possibly funnier test would be if the Chevy can keep the Tesla back with a head start on a track. This how they raced a normal car, a WRC car and an F1 car.

[@RichardJoashTan]

Not me, The Chevy would beat up all Tesla for all eternity.

[@Justin-wz5sw]

We are considering purchasing a 2017 Volt CPO from my grandpa's dealership as a replacement for our Honda Insight. The Volt is worlds better than our 09 Insight so I hope we do in fact trade it in. Nice video!

[@bryankellyM]

As a proud Volt owner I do have to say that your review is the best I've seen yet. I wish I saw your review before I purchased because I probably would have chose a Premiere instead of the LT but even at that my vehicle is well equipped.

[@sward999]

Excellent review. One of the better car reviews I've seen.

[@meandmyEV]

I bought a 2017 Volt a few months ago and it is fantastic. It is cool to watch one of my favorite KZbin personalities review my car. It is interesting how even in 4 years the charging infrastructure has changed. Although there are quite a few level 2 chargers around, almost all of the new chargers that are being built, and there are a lot of them, are CCS DC Fast chargers that are not compatible with cars like the Volt. As great as it is, I can understand why GM stopped making the Volt. We are inching closer to charging infrastructure and EVs that can make long trip without much charging hassle.

[@daveriley6310]

Very well done review and a useful overview for those unfamiliar with the Volt's capabilities. Thanks and a well deserved thumbs up.

[@therealdavidmatthews]

So glad you have your own channel. Great videos Mr. Mobile!

[@saynotogas]

This guy did the one thing no EV "Reviews" do. He compared the Volt with our current infrastructure!!! LIKE 3 POINTS Mr. Mobile.

[@mohsinrparkar3407]

Waiting for your Dji Mavic Vs Karma video.. hope its coming soon.. Great video as always..

[@amirmekk9649]

or at least reviewing one of them

[@daveriley6310]

Good review, Michael. A slight correction... the Hold function doesn't keep the traction battery "at or near full." It keeps the battery at or near the level existing at the time you select Hold Mode. This function, standard on Volts since the 2013 model year, is very useful for maximizing overall efficiency.

[@TheMrMobile]

Thanks for the clarification, Dave!

[@davesatay5563]

Dave works for GM?

[@daveriley6310]

Dave Satay - Nope, I'm not a GM employee. This Dave is a retired fighter pilot and airline Captain. On my second Volt, and plan to keep it after my Model 3 arrives. I highly recommend this car for anyone interested in efficiency in personal transportation.

[@mattdonlan7198]

Awesome video. Ya i live in CT and to go to boston and NY quite alot and they are adding more power stations than i think be know about around here i was actually surprised too. Keep up the good work

[@Rickbearcat]

This review perfectly fits in with the "Mobile" theme of your channel. Good video.

[@BDTech9]

You make the best tech reviews :)

[@tgc4204]

I bought this used with Premiere trim and have it for 3 years. I bought about 15 gallons of gas in 3 years. I charge at Level 2 at home and free at the mall. I am very happy with it. I do wish the warning signs on the mirrors have an option with sound warning not just blinking

[@Robenson321]

Mr. Mobile, your videos are waayyyy too epic!! You keep em coming, I keep watching..👍👍

[@MichaelMa]

What an amazing review. Best review ever on anything ever.

[@faddi23]

Calm down.

[@ReviewsDude]

These car reviews are next level! That's where our whole youtube tech community seems to be heading.

[@Truthseeker71]

Another greatly informative video Michael! And bonus points for the Star Trek uniform at 7:36!👍🏼

[@joemamaurmama]

Peeps obviously love your reviews. I love this one. I just bought the car that you're driving here. Giants Blue, but LT instead of Premier. I am old school, and know how to park, stay in my lane, and not cut anyone off, on my own. But others do not. So it's all good. I am trading in my 2014 Volt for a 2017. I have not had a car that was more fun than this to own in 40+ years of driving. The car looks great, and is a lot of fun to drive. It's American made. Great for the environment, and oh yes, it saves me a ton of money. I'm sad that this is the last year Chevy's making them, but I plan to upgrade to other used Volts before they are all gone. Hoping they come out with something more like this than the Bolt. Think Corvette styling rather than stubby, boxy, go for volume, half car looking things. But thanks for the technology, and the smooth and quiet ride.

[@shobin05]

wow I've suspected that Michael may go back to reviewing cars, I'd love to see you do more. Your car reviews are excellent.

[@ConorV]

I own this car and I love almost everything about it!

[@chrissorreda4982]

To be honest, i think it even looks good! I'm a car and driving enthusiast through and through, think willing to daily a modded Mx-5, but i'd rock a well made hybrid like this in a heart beat as a daily. Still have the Mx-5 for the weekends tho.

[@joemamaurmama]

Thanks for the fine video. Well done. That's my 2017 Volt, except mine is the LT not the Premium.When I bought it 7 months ago, it was 2 years old with 17k miles on it, for $18k. Best car that I have ever owned. I drive 3k-4k miles per month for business in NJ. On average, I don't have to buy 80-90 gallons of gas per month. With no range anxiety at all. I plan to own a 2018 and 2019 as I trade up after loading up the miles on my present car. My charge situation is very good. I have a 220v outlet at my driveway, and solar panels on the roof of my house to charge it cheaply.

[@michaeljcarn]

Excellent review. Hope to see more content in the future

[@markw208]

Pretty good review. I bought a used 2012 Volt Premium that was well optioned and in great shape. I think many reviewers were unrealistically hard on the Volt. It’s not perfect but the more I drive it the more I like it. If it were only a little longer and had more back seat headroom. I’m 6’5” and have ample head room in front. Also, there are several good apps for charging stations. I use Volta primarily.

[@raduantoniu]

So well done!

[@jacoboverton6626]

Great review Michael! It's very interesting how they combined gas power and electric power, along with all the almost futuristic gadgetry as well. The logistics are amazing for a good amount of people it seems. This seems like a less expensive, less futuristic (but still includes cool newer toys and tricks) Tesla, and that's not a bad thing at all. Also kudos for reviewing a car, most tech KZbinrs just stick with tech, but you have decided to look at all things involving tech.

[@johammond400]

Such a great channel Micheal, I love every single video

[@christmg4682]

Michael tryin to be the best tech reviewer. I like it.

[@FrayAdjacentTX]

"hold" doesn't keep the charge "at or close to full" - when engaged, it holds the battery charge at whatever level it is currently at. This allows you to choose to use the engine where it will be a bit better than battery power, like on freeway driving, then you can switch back to battery when it will be more efficient - when you're off the freeway on surface roads, in the city or in a neighborhood.

[@MiguelRPD]

Mr Mobile will you take the trip to Mars and review the living conditions? And simultaneously become Mr Interstellar Travel Agent.

[@JonathanMichael]

I think the bird knows you're making tech videos so it decided to fly over the car at 0:37.

[@jkmsaturn]

Very close to ideal. Only blind spots, price & Chevy Cruze looks make you want to 'tap the brakes.' Great review!

[@RyanGill86]

Love the review, as always. Only thing is... going electric does not mean no fossil fuels. The electricity at the homestead comes from somewhere -- and likely not a windmill. Coal.

[@Sully365]

great review and i loved my gen 1 and gen 2. these are great cars. 100% would buy again..and again

[@agh6627]

Great to ser another car review with Mr Mobile style!

[@andreashosemann1319]

Awesome video Michael Fisher Mr Mobile👍👍

[@alexanderpit2006]

Very nice review. Please make reviews of the new pebble devices when they come out.

[@BastienAuxer]

Once again awesome video. Finally a new challenger approaches. I would like to see this car go toe to toe against a 2016 Toyota Prius. Healthy competition will spark creative minds and bring the future to us.

[@TheMrMobile]

Hey y'all - finally got my butt in a Chevy Bolt EV! Here's the test drive if you're interested in the Volt's all-electric sibling: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qJSsk3Sah5qmqsk

[@froidesprit]

... I'm the first like on that comment.

[@faisalmuhammad6681]

Awesome review again.. I would even watch the review of a ketchup if Michael is the reviewer ;) 👍 (y)

[@roberthooper2949]

Exactly, you have hit this right on the head. So, I drove a Tesla Model S , a Ford Fusion, and a Toyta Prius Prime. Volt’s back seat will be a bit tight. I don’t ride in the back seat. I can count the number of times there have been passengers in the back seat of my diesel Passat… Not often. Tesla is way to much,the Fusion was just OK, The Toyota is way to weird. The Volt just seems just right. The Bolt will be great when there are more public chargers in more small towns and rest stops. Thanks for a well done video.

[@sotimihi]

I have been following your smartphone reviews for a long time and you did great for a car review! ( just maybe talk about build quality of the interior and exterior some more)

[@TheMrMobile]

+PETRISOR M Thanks. It's always a challenge trying to get a car video under 10 minutes because there's so much more to cover vs. a smartphone review.

[@sotimihi]

Well you did great anyway :) ( also YEY I can't believe you responded to my comment, I'll go brag on reddit if you'll excuse me lol )

[@roberthooper2949]

OK, I bought a 2017 Volt. I have three friends that have one who “never stop for gas" Answer: Go drive one.

[@mathijs9365]

This is professional video editing.

[@MarkMessinger]

Nice review from @theMrMobile. I own the 2017 Volt in the lower cost LT trim, with the comfort package. As sweet a spot as exists, in my opinion, for this car. I bought it out of state, drove it home, a couple of 120-mile round trips to a nearby city, and to work everyday. My first tank of gas lasted 3200 miles and a couple of months. Without a doubt, anyone looking for a compact car sporting some impressive drivetrain technology should give the Gen2 Volt a test drive.

[@KTPurdy]

Great review. All electric around the city. None strop driving on long trips.

[@ElamsAlfresco]

I Stop everything I do as soon as u post a new vid on twitter! your vids are a priority Mike!

[@dahorn100011]

These are the kinds of hybrids which should be invested in, running the petrol engine at its optimum speed is much more efficient than running one at variable RPM like in the prius

[@MikeStoddart]

I love this car but I wish they'd made it 6 inches longer! It's just too small inside for me and my family.

[@mcamodell]

Kia Niro ;)

[@sunnyguan716]

Agreed

[@patrickflohe1193]

The Malibu is longer, and wider too. The Volt is a commuter car.

[@natehill8069]

Throw in 2 more inches in height as well pls

[@ZachariaZuehlke]

Idk seems to fit the kids and the dog ok so I’m happy lol. Works a hell of a lot better for car seats than a first gen Volt.

[@stephenju1966]

Accord Hybrid has a similar power system setup, without the charging part. The gas engine mainly drives the generator to charge the battery. Mine can do 50MPG consistently during warmer days and 45 during winter.

[@the_bioway]

Superb Review man... I just love your videos 👍🏼

[@marianomolina263]

Wow! I actually love this electric car,.. so I'm going to side with you on this one Michael! hehehe Nice job btw - great Review!!

[@InSaN3ViSioN]

You love how it looks stock? How do you like mine modded? i.imgur.com/LNE5Ab6.jpg

[@ahsanali4181]

i am a big fan of u nd love da way u speak about techs nd live your video editing thumbs uo keep it up

[@gene4094]

When a Chevrolet Volt is older than around six years old, the 12 volt battery will need replacement. This smaller battery is for the accessory electronics like lights and other non propelling electronics. This battery is located in the trunk space. The battery cost around $300. If you don’t charge it, you won’t be able to drive it.

[@603Madison]

I guess I should change the battery in my 2017 Volt, it's still the original from the factory. Thanks for the reminder!

[@sonesunny7632]

I liked how they did not design this car like the prius. Good job on that.

[@TensaiPlayground]

Man, this is cool. The review is even cooler!

[@ThingsIBuy]

very well done. I've been patiently waiting for used 2016+ years to come down in price to trade in my 2015 accord hybrid.

[@daveriley6310]

"UP TO" 53 miles. Actually, it's up to about 77 miles on the Gen 2 Volt. Many efficient drivers beat the EPA numbers by anywhere from 10% to more than 30% on every car they own, whether a Volvo, VW or Volt. Over 40 years ago, on one of the very few cars I bought new, I put 129,000 miles on it before needing to replace the brakes. Therein lies the secret. Minimizing use of friction braking. Regen is great; I've had it on nine cars. But it is way less than 100% efficient at turning kinetic energy into stored electricity. Many folks think using the steering wheel paddle aggressive regen on the Gen2 Volt is more efficient than D, L or conservative brake pedal use. It is not. In fact, the driver has wasted energy getting to the point of needing to use the paddle.

[@sushanshantharam9926]

Nice review

[@damionmandy7978]

Great review as always, I hope you get to review the Chevy Bolt when it's available.

[@sebastiantt]

Best review I have ever seen!

[@gakwayadavid1558]

Very good review!! Keep it up my friend

[@wanaaaaaaaaable]

great video as always.Thanks Mr Mobile

[@THEgizmo302]

Hey Michael, if you can, I'd love for you to make more car reviews. Maybe more mainstream cars later on in your channel. More serious cars, for lack of a better word. Maybe more luxury cars, if you're able to get a hold of them. Mercedes Benz, BMW, Audi, Infinity, Lexus, Jaguar, etc.

[@razermasterrache3258]

Love this review. Stay strong Michael! Although I still prefer the traditional car.

[@whatchuwant77]

Everyting about this guy, I love. Go Volt!

[@sundownproductions6289]

I love your reviews! can you do more on new cars that would be AWSOME

[@hectoramador6397]

Nice shot with the 🦅flying over the🚗

[@Fals3Agent]

those are some beautiful neighbourhoods.

[@raysprof]

Hopefully the Volt has adaptive cruise control down to 0 mph / kph. Having the Android Auto is a great. Such additions alone add a significant value to the car. Finally, good job properly stating "regenerative" braking vs. "friction" braking. Its nice to see non-science folks state physics concepts properly. (And yes, on a Prius, front brake pads last 100,000 miles / 160,000 km.

[@VictorHernandez-cz1be]

That Volt is beautiful

[@floobertuber]

Blue Volts are always the nicest looking ones. I say that as a guy who leased a 2012 (Topaz Blue Metallic) and has subsequently owned two black ones (a 2014 and a 2019). Both that blue, and the Kinetic Blue, as well as the Pacific Blue they made the 2019's in, are all gorgeous shades of blue.