(from General Motors Press Release) Vehicle Highlights
2011 Chevrolet Volt Reinvents Automotive Transportation In A Complete, No-Compromises Electric Package• World’s first mass-produced, plug-in electric vehicle with a range-extending onboard engine
• Revolutionary Voltec propulsion system delivers between 25 and 50 miles of electric driving (depending on terrain, driving techniques and temperature) with a long-life, 16-kW lithium-ion battery and 111-kW (149-hp) electric drive unit; and up to 310 miles of extended range with an onboard 1.4L engine
• Eight-year/100,000-mile warranty on lithium-ion battery pack
• Vehicle dynamics, upscale materials, refinement and spirited performance of a premium sports sedan in an ultra-efficient package
• Extensive use of high-strength steel and full suite of vehicle safety technologies provide occupant protection before, during and after a crash
• Easy-to-use technologies such as configurable displays, Chevrolet Mobile App powered by OnStar MyLink, and MyVolt.com web portal enhance owner experience
• Five years of OnStar Directions and Connections service, including Automatic Crash Response, stolen vehicle assistance and connected navigation
DETROIT – Chevrolet today introduced the all-new, 2011 Volt electric vehicle with extended range, establishing an entirely new segment in the global automotive market. The five-door, four-passenger Volt is designed to provide the benefits of an electric vehicle without the range limitations associated with other electric vehicles in the market.
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