Detroit Auto Show: Full Specifications on the Chevy Volt

Model:

Chevrolet Volt Concept

Body style / driveline:

4-5-passenger sedan, unitized frame, electric propulsion, front wheel drive

Construction:

body-frame-integral structure with composite exterior panels and roof

EPA vehicle class

compact car (four doors with rear liftgate)

Description:

electrically driven system with onboard range extender, plug-in recharge capability

Type:

lithium-ion

Energy:

16 kWh (minimum)

Peak power:

130 to 140 kW

Voltage:

320 to 350

100% recharge time:

110-volt outlet:

6 to 6.5 hours

Electric traction system:

Max. mechanical power:

120 kW

Continuous electrical power:

45 kW

Continuous mechanical power:

40 kW

Power:

53 kW peak power

Range extender:

Type:

3-cylinder, turbocharged engine

Max speed:

3200 rpm

Fuel tank (gal / L):

12 / 54.5

Voltage / amp:

110 / 15

Horsepower (hp / kW):

160 / 120

Torque (lb-ft / Nm):

236 / 320

Estimated fuel economy @ constant state of charge:

50 mpg during charge sustaining operation

@ 40 miles or less:

not applicable – no fuel used

Top speed (mph)

120 (limited duration)

Rear:

semi-independent torsion beam

Steering type:

electric, speed-sensitive, variable assist rack-and-pinion

Turning circle, curb-to-curb (ft / m):

37 to 38 / 11.2 to 11.5

Seating capacity (front / rear):

2 / 2

Headroom (in / mm):

front: 37.3 / 947

rear: 35.9 / 912

Legroom (in / mm):

31.5 / 802

Shoulder room (in / mm):

50.6 / 1285

Hip room (in / mm):

53.1 / 1349