2012 Chevrolet Volt vs. 2012 Tesla Model S
When comparing the 2012 Chevrolet Volt's and the 2012 Tesla Model S's specifications and ratings, the 2012 Chevrolet Volt has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and interior volume. The 2012 Tesla Model S has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2012 Chevrolet Volt's and the 2012 Tesla Model S's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2012 Chevrolet Volt vs. 2012 Tesla Model S Pricing
A used 2012 Chevrolet Volt ranges from $5,796 to $14,448 while a used 2012 Tesla Model S is priced between $18,897 to $31,348.
2012 Chevrolet Volt vs. 2012 Tesla Model S Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2012 Chevrolet Volt loses 56.8 percent of its value and the 2012 Tesla Model S loses 52.3 percent of its value. This means the 2012 Tesla Model S retains 4.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2012 Chevrolet Volt.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2012 Chevrolet Volt’s base engine makes 149 horsepower, and the 2012 Tesla Model S base engine makes 302 horsepower. The Volt is rated to deliver an average of 37 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 407 miles. The Model S is rated to deliver an average of 88 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 208 miles.This gives the 2012 Tesla Model S the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2012 Chevrolet Volt the advantage in maximum range. The Volt uses electricity, gasoline, gasoline, and the Model S uses electricity.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2012 Chevrolet Volt, a hybrid compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more and rear head room. The 2012 Tesla Model S, a electric large car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2012 Chevrolet Volt has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
5796 - 14448
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.56832
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
18897 - 31348
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.522578
Chevrolet Volt Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Tesla Model S Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.85 / 10
Reliability:
9.4 / 10
Retained Value:
8.3 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Chevrolet Volt Rankings
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15 out of / 27Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
2012 Chevrolet Volt Trim Levels
Base, Premium
2012 Tesla Model S Trim Levels
Base, Performance, Signature, Signature Performance
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
8 years
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
149 hp
Torque:
273 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.039 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
302 hp
Torque:
317 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
35 / 40 / 37
MPGe:
95 / 93 / 94
Range (city/hwy):
360 / 407 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, Gasoline, Gasoline
Battery Size/Capacity :
Not applicable
Maximum Charging Rate:
Not applicable
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
Not Applicable
Engine Configuration:
Not Applicable
Number of Cylinders:
Not Applicable
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not applicable
MPGe:
88 / 90 / 89
Range (city/hwy):
208 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity:
40 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
12 hours (240V)
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
36 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.9 inches
Cargo Space:
10.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
100.9 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55 inches
Cargo Space:
31.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
95.1 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3781 lbs
Width:
70.4 inches
Height:
56.6 inches
Length:
177 inches
Wheelbase:
105.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4647 lbs
Width:
86.2 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
196 inches
Wheelbase:
116.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R19