Friday, February 24, 2012

2012 Chevrolet Volt For Sale in Oklahoma: Performance Review

The main power source for this 2012 Chevrolet Volt for sale in Oklahoma is a 149 hp electric motor with a 16 kWh lithium-ion battery pack.  At 30% charge, the 1.4 L inline-four engine takes over, with little noticeable effect. Premium fuel is specified for the 9.3  gallon tank.  Manufacturer mileage rating is 95 mpg, with independent test results of  25 – 50 miles per full 120 volt or 240 volt charge, and 33 mpg gasoline. The 1-speed direct drive transmission and electric speed proportional steering combine for a smooth ride.  Cornering seems front heavy, but no body roll, quick acceleration and responsive steering compensate. 

 

 
2012 Chevrolet Volt For Sale in Oklahoma: Interior Review

With a battery and sloping roof in the four door hatchback, rear seats have restricted leg and head room, folding down to extend storage beyond the 10.6 cf capacity.  The bucket front seats have six manual, not power, positions, although there are power windows, heated power mirrors, and remote lock.  Cloth is standard, with a premium trim package offering leather upholstery.  The dashboard display is graphical and easy to interpret, yet hard to view in direct sun.  A center console includes OnStar, MyLink with Bluetooth voice control of audio and phone, touchscreen, USB port, auxiliary audio input, satellite radio, and CD surround sound.  Premium Trim includes rear camera, parking assistance, heated seats, voice activated navigation system, and BOSE speakers.

 
2012 Chevrolet Volt For Sale in Oklahoma: Colors and Style Review

The 2012 Chevrolet Volt for sale in Oklahoma features two shades of white, three of gray, and solid black, metallic blue, or red, with one standard cloth interior option of black with white ceramic accents.  Five Premium Trim interiors offer white or dark accents with black leather upholstery, and dark accents with beige or two-toned interiors of black with red or green.  The standard wheels are 17 inch painted alloy, with optional upgrades of polished alloy or sport alloy with inserts.  The 2012 Chevrolet Volt for sale in Oklahoma features a sporty style with a sloping hatchback, rear spoiler, and low front airdam.  The rooftop, panel under the rear spoiler, and  airdam are black.  An external charging port is located on both the front and rear. 

2012 Chevrolet Volt for sale in Oklahoma: Upgrades

 
 
The 2012 Chevrolet Volt for sale in Oklahoma city driving mpg rose from 90 mpg to 93 mpg, with the electricity range and gas engine mpg increasing from 39 to 50 miles, and 31.4 to 33 mpg respectively. New standard features are keyless ignition and entry, MyLink, and many convenience options with a purchased OnStar subscription. Two new paint colors are available, Blue Topaz Metallic and Summit White, and an additional interior color scheme has been added; black and spice red with dark accents. A new upgrade option is Aero Design Sport Alloy Wheels with a black insert.  Improved style, convenience, and economy are good motivators to locate a 2012 Chevrolet Volt for sale in Oklahoma or any of the fifty states.