I really enjoy the technical advances. So, when a product like the Volt comes along, I must try!
I did the "loop", down the road, then back roads, then interstate, then back to dealership. My speeds on the back roads were around 45MPH. I accelerated on the highway to nearly 80, then backed off to traffic speed.
Total drive, about 10 miles. The Volt had 9 miles battery range available, and the engine did not come on (that I could tell). It still had 5 miles range upon return. Interestingly enough, the car accelerated to about 60 or 65, then accelerated harder. Kind of odd, as I expected decreasing acceleration as my speed increased.
The car was very quiet, and actually makes my Jaguar sound rough and noisy. The ride was acceptable and the steering was fair at best (kind of numb). The seat was not comfortable for me, as it tilts forward when it goes up. Very much like an Altima and some German cars. I don't like that one bit. Real power seats would be a "must" for me. As I don't like sitting on the floor or up high but tilted forward.
The car accelerated fairly well and certainly was pleasant to drive. Regenerative braking was quite good, with very good feel and none of that "prius" wonky-ness. The harder you stepped, the more braking action you get. Just like a real car.
Overall, it is not a high end car, but it's not an economy car either. The interior is cramped in back, but plenty of leg room is available in front. I liked it and would enjoy ownership.
I did the "loop", down the road, then back roads, then interstate, then back to dealership. My speeds on the back roads were around 45MPH. I accelerated on the highway to nearly 80, then backed off to traffic speed.
Total drive, about 10 miles. The Volt had 9 miles battery range available, and the engine did not come on (that I could tell). It still had 5 miles range upon return. Interestingly enough, the car accelerated to about 60 or 65, then accelerated harder. Kind of odd, as I expected decreasing acceleration as my speed increased.
The car was very quiet, and actually makes my Jaguar sound rough and noisy. The ride was acceptable and the steering was fair at best (kind of numb). The seat was not comfortable for me, as it tilts forward when it goes up. Very much like an Altima and some German cars. I don't like that one bit. Real power seats would be a "must" for me. As I don't like sitting on the floor or up high but tilted forward.
The car accelerated fairly well and certainly was pleasant to drive. Regenerative braking was quite good, with very good feel and none of that "prius" wonky-ness. The harder you stepped, the more braking action you get. Just like a real car.
Overall, it is not a high end car, but it's not an economy car either. The interior is cramped in back, but plenty of leg room is available in front. I liked it and would enjoy ownership.
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