Mitsubishi i-MiEV vs. Chevrolet Volt
In comparing the Mitsubishi i-MiEV's and the Chevrolet Volt's specifications and ratings, The Chevrolet Volt has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Mitsubishi i-MiEV's and the Chevrolet Volt's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Volt is a better car than the Mitsubishi i-MiEV.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Mitsubishi i-MiEV’s base engine makes 66 horsepower, and the Chevrolet Volt base engine makes 149 horsepower. The i-MiEV is rated to deliver an average of 121 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 62 miles. The Volt is rated to deliver an average of 42 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 424 miles.This gives the Mitsubishi i-MiEV the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Chevrolet Volt the advantage in maximum range. The i-MiEV uses electricity, and the Volt uses electricity, regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Chevrolet Volt has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room and rear leg room. The Mitsubishi i-MiEV has the advantage in the areas of rear shoulder room cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 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:
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5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
12998 - 22868
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.56832
Mitsubishi i-MiEV Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Chevrolet Volt Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mitsubishi i-MiEV Rankings
Not yet available
Chevrolet Volt Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 7Ranking
4 out of / 7Ranking
7 out of / 9Ranking
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9 out of / 9Ranking
15 out of / 25Ranking
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22 out of / 25Ranking
24 out of / 25Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Mitsubishi i-MiEV Trim Levels
ES
Chevrolet Volt Trim Levels
LT, Premier
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 72000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
66 hp
Torque:
145 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.026 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
149 hp
Torque:
294 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.042 hp per pound
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:
121 / 102 / 112
Range (city/hwy):
62 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity :
Not yet available
Maximum Charging Rate:
7 hours (240V)
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 / 99 / 106
Range (city/hwy):
433 / 424 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, Regular Unleaded
Battery Size/Capacity:
Not applicable
Maximum Charging Rate:
Not applicable
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
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
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
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 Equipment
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
35.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
33.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
30 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Cargo Space:
13.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
97.9 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2579 lbs
Width:
62.4 inches
Height:
63.6 inches
Length:
144.7 inches
Wheelbase:
100.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.1 inches
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
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 4.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
145/65R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/50R17