I understand the Volt will get 40 miles per charge. For me, that would cover my commute every day, with mileage to spare.
My question is this: I frequently travel about 200 miles (one way) to visit family. After the 40 miles EV is used, what mileage will the Volt get? I've looked at their site, not a lot of information on that.
Also, does the gas engine power the battery, like the Prius? Of does the Volt, after using the 40 miles of EV, then run on gas only?
Thanks all. I'm really, really interested in this vehicle. The $40k price tag doesn't bother me, a $7500 credt from the gov't will offset some of that, and I could virtually eliminate fuel costs for my commute.
My question is this: I frequently travel about 200 miles (one way) to visit family. After the 40 miles EV is used, what mileage will the Volt get? I've looked at their site, not a lot of information on that.
Also, does the gas engine power the battery, like the Prius? Of does the Volt, after using the 40 miles of EV, then run on gas only?
Thanks all. I'm really, really interested in this vehicle. The $40k price tag doesn't bother me, a $7500 credt from the gov't will offset some of that, and I could virtually eliminate fuel costs for my commute.