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Chevrolet Volt vs. Tesla Model 3

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Chevrolet Volt and Tesla Model 3 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Chevrolet Volt and the Tesla Model 3.

When we compare the Chevrolet Volt's and the Tesla Model 3's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Volt has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and interior volume. The Tesla Model 3 has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Volt's and the Tesla Model 3's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.

Pricing: A used 2019 Chevrolet Volt ranges from $14,881 to $26,556 while a used 2019 Tesla Model 3 is priced between $21,509 to $33,416.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Chevrolet Volt loses 48.2 percent of its value and the Tesla Model 3 loses 46.7 percent of its value. This means the Tesla Model 3 retains 1.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Chevrolet Volt.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Chevrolet Volt’s base engine makes 149 horsepower, and the Tesla Model 3 base engine makes 283 horsepower. The Volt is rated to deliver an average of 42 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 424 miles. The Model 3 is rated to deliver an average of 127 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 220 miles.This gives the Tesla Model 3 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Chevrolet Volt the advantage in maximum range. The Volt uses electricity, regular unleaded, and the Model 3 uses electricity.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Chevrolet Volt, a hybrid compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more , and front shoulder room. The Tesla Model 3, a electric compact car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Chevrolet Volt and the Tesla Model 3 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.

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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

$33,520

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

$25,594

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

$22,400 - $33,520

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

$36,500

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)

$40,475

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)

$36,500 - $44,450

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$21,288

Price Range:

$14,881 - $26,556

Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

$19,881

Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

$16,631 - $22,498

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

17

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

53,252

# Good or Great Deals:

5

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$27,354

Price Range:

$21,509 - $33,416

Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)

$23,729

Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)

$20,103 - $27,354

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

503

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

58,048

# Good or Great Deals:

245

Chevrolet Volt Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

7.5 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10

Tesla Model 3 Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.3 / 10

Reliability:

7.2 / 10

Retained Value:

7.6 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chevrolet Volt

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

6

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

7.3

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

6 - 8.5

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

1.6%

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Tesla Model 3

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:

N/A

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:

N/A

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

2.2

Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

2.2

Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

1.3 - 21.2

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

432.6

Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)

218.4

Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)

4.3 - 432.6

Chevrolet Volt Rankings

Hybrid Small Cars with the Most Horsepower

4 / 9

Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV) with Best Resale Value

7 / 10

Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV) with the Most Horsepower

9 / 10

Hybrid Small Cars with Best Resale Value

9 / 9

Best Hybrid Small Cars for Tall People

9 / 9

Best Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV) for Tall People

10 / 10

Safest Hybrid Cars

15 / 25

Hybrid Cars with the Most Horsepower

20 / 25

Hybrid Cars with Best Resale Value

21 / 25

Best Hybrid Cars for Tall People

24 / 25

Tesla Model 3 Rankings

Best Electric Cars

1 / 26

Safest Electric Cars

1 / 26

Best Family Electric Cars

1 / 26

Best Luxury Electric Cars

1 / 15

Luxury Electric Cars with Best Resale Value

1 / 15

Best Family Luxury Electric Cars

1 / 15

Most Affordable Luxury Electric Cars

1 / 14

Best Electric Cars Under $40k

1 / 3

Best Luxury Electric Cars Under $40k

1 / 1

Most Reliable Luxury Electric Cars

2 / 15

Most Reliable Electric Cars

3 / 26

Best Luxury Electric Cars for Tall People

3 / 15

Most Comfortable Luxury Electric Cars

3 / 15

Best Electric Cars for Tall People

4 / 26

Longest Range Luxury Electric Cars

4 / 15

Electric Cars with Best Resale Value

5 / 26

Most Comfortable Electric Cars

5 / 26

Most Affordable Electric Cars

6 / 19

Luxury Electric Cars with the Most Legroom

8 / 15

Electric Cars with the Most Horsepower

11 / 26

Electric Cars with the Most Legroom

11 / 26

Luxury Electric Cars with the Most Horsepower

11 / 15

Available Body Styles

Hatchback

Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Drivetrain Options

Plug-In Hybrid

Available Drivetrain Options

Electric

Chevrolet Volt Trim Levels

LT, Premier

Tesla Model 3 Trim Levels

Long Range, Mid Range, Performance, Standard Range, Standard Range Plus

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

4 years / 50000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

8 years / 120000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

4 years / 50000 miles

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

149 hp

Torque:

294 foot-lbs

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.042 hp per pound

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

283 hp

Torque:

317 foot-lbs

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.078 hp per pound

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

1.5 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


43 / 42 / 42

MPGe:

113 / 98 / 106

Range (city/hwy):

433 / 424 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Electricity, Regular Unleaded

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 / AWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


Not applicable

MPGe:

127 / 124 / 127

Range (city/hwy):

220 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Electricity

Battery Size/Capacity:

50 kWh

Maximum Charging Rate:

10 hours (240V)

Standard/Optional Features

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Automatic Parking:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Internet Radio:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Power Lift Gate:

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roof Rack:

N/A

Sunroof/Moonroof:

N/A

Trailer Hitch:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

N/A

Apple CarPlay:

N/A

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

N/A

Satellite radio:

N/A

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Automatic Parking:

Available

Heated Seats

Standard

Heated Steering Wheel:

N/A

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Parking Sensors:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Air Suspension:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Internet Radio:

Standard

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

Standard

Power Lift Gate:

Standard

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roof Rack:

N/A

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Standard

Trailer Hitch:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Forward Collision Warning:

N/A

Lane Departure Warning:

N/A

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

37.8 inches

Front Leg Room:

42.1 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

56.5 inches

Rear Head Room:

35.8 inches

Rear Leg Room:

34.7 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

53.2 inches

Cargo Space:

10.6 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

100.9 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40.3 inches

Front Leg Room:

42.7 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

56.3 inches

Rear Head Room:

37.7 inches

Rear Leg Room:

35.2 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

54 inches

Cargo Space:

15 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

97.0 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3519 lbs

Width:

71.2 inches

Height:

56.4 inches

Length:

180.4 inches

Wheelbase:

106.1 inches

Ground Clearance:

Not yet available

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3624 lbs

Width:

82.2 inches

Height:

56.8 inches

Length:

184.8 inches

Wheelbase:

113.2 inches

Ground Clearance:

5.5 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

painted aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

215/50R17

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 x 8.5 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

235/45R18

Exterior Colors

Black

Mosaic Black Metallic

Blue

Pacific Blue Metallic

Gray

Satin Steel Metallic

Green

Green Mist Metallic

Red

Cajun Red Tintcoat

Silver

Silver Ice Metallic

White

Iridescent Pearl Tricoat / Summit White

Exterior Colors

Black

Solid Black

Blue

Deep Blue Metallic

Gray

Not available

Green

Not available

Red

Red Multi-Coat

Silver

Midnight Silver Metallic

White

Pearl White Multi-Coat

Interior Colors

Black

Jet Black / Jet Black/Jet Black

Gray

Light Ash/Dark Ash

Interior Colors

Black

Black

Gray

Not available

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