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Chevrolet Volt Best Features

The 2011 Chevrolet Volt is expected to be a hit with drivers. The elegant lines of this vehicle are something to talk about, but it is the primary feature of this car that is catching driver's attention – that is the fact that the Chevy Volt is powered by electricity without having to be plug constantly as it has an onboard generator to keep it going. Plugging has been one of the issues with other electric cars; people do not seem to bother with having to plug a car too often. However, with the Volt, a lithium-ion battery pack drivers who want to be more eco-conscientious can now enjoy a vehicle that will get them a bit farther on electricity power, therefore, reducing emissions to none, while eliminating the fear of having to plug constantly for longer rides. It also works with gas when needed, so drivers can rest assure that they will get to their destination without worries of losing time or being stuck. It gives 40 miles on the charged lithium-ion battery. This battery outlasts most hybrid hydride cells, the type of power of most hybrids today. A cooling and heating system will assure that the battery is kept at a good controlled temperature. Charging time for this battery is 10 hours for a 120-v source and less than four hours on a 240-v source of power. Well-designed gauges let the driver know battery power, as well as the range to cover, and to refill or recharge. The touch screen let owners program schedules for charging and it offers tips for more efficiency. Another great feature related to the lithium-ion battery is that the warranty covers a 100,000 miles/8 year ownership.

Some of the best features of the Chevrolet Volt that are standard are the electric drive unit which offers 150 hp and 273 lb – ft of torque, four wheel anti-lock disc brakes with electro-hydraulic power, an electronic stability control system, a tire pressure monitor, three interior 12v power outlets, touch sensitive control center, XM radio, XM NavTraffic (standard for 3 months), Bluetooth, cruise control, USB port, six Bose speakers and a subwoofer, 30 GB hard drive for audio storage, a voice recognition audio system with MP3, DVD, and navigation, climate control, air bags for front, sides with a passenger sensor system, 5 year OnStar, remote start, pedestrian alert chirp sound, power doors and windows, and much more.

Other packages are available as add-ons such as heated seats, ultrasonic parking assistance, rear view camera system, and much more. However, the Volt offers tons of standard features that are considered add-ons on other vehicle brands.

The Chevrolet Volt starts at $40,280 (msrp), however, with the federal tax credit it comes down to $32,780. Colors for the Volt are Black, Crystal Red, Cyber Gray Metallic, Silver Ice Metallic, Viridian Joule Tricoat, and White Diamond Tricoat. These classy colors make the Volt a statement amongst drivers as they go great with the elegant and sporty look of the vehicle.

The Chevrolet Volt is backed by a Bumper-to-Bumper limited warranty (3 Y/36,000 miles), Drivetrain/power train limited warranty (5 Y/100,000 miles), Rust Warranty (6 Y/100,000 miles), a Roadside Assistance Program (5 Y/100,000 miles), and the Battery and Voltec Component Warranty (8 Y/100,000 miles).