2017 Chevrolet Volt LT vs Premier Models

The new Chevrolet Volt hybrid electric car doesn't lack for ambition when it comes to range and fuel economy. If you were to drive the car without stopping and without using the brakes to slow down, the gasoline engine portion of the vehicle could carry you more than 400 miles, and the dual electric motors would get you another 50 miles or so down the road before you ran out of juice. But because of regenerative braking systems and smart electronic components, it's entirely possible to hit 1,000 miles between gas fill-ups, and that's an impressive feat both mechanically and financially.

Click here to see the difference between the 2018 Volt LT and Premier trims.

2017 Chevy Volt LT vs Premier

Let's take a closer look at what exactly differentiates the Volt LT and Premier trim levels.


2017 Volt LT

MSRP
$34,095
Battery
18.4 kWh 300 V
Engine
Voltec® 1.5L Gas
Drivetrain
Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower
149
Torque
294 lb-ft
Range
420 Miles
Wheels
17-inch Painted
4G LTE Wi-Fi
✓
Rear Camera
✓
MyLink Radio
✓
Touch-screen
✓
Bluetooth®
✓
Android Auto
✓
Apple CarPlay
✓
Daytime Lamps
✓
Body-color Mirrors
✓
Ambient Lighting
✓
Remote Start
✓
Bose® Audio
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
Park Assist
✗
Leather Steer-Wheel
✗
Heated Seats
✗

2017 Volt Premier

MSRP
$38,445
Battery
18.4 kWh 300 V
Engine
Voltec® 1.5L Gas
Drivetrain
Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower
149
Torque
294 lb-ft
Range
420 Miles
Wheels
17-inch Machined
4G LTE Wi-Fi
✓
Rear Camera
✓
MyLink Radio
✓
Touch-screen
✓
Bluetooth®
✓
Android Auto
✓
Apple CarPlay
✓
Daytime Lamps
✓
Body-color Mirrors
✓
Ambient Lighting
✓
Remote Start
✓
Bose® Audio
✓
Wireless Charging
✓
Park Assist
✓
Leather Steer-Wheel
✓
Heated Seats
✓

Bottom Line

The Chevrolet Volt LT is the base model of the vehicle, but don't be fooled. There are a lot of features tucked into the car that are standard and helpful, not to mention a number of available options to help make the ride even more enjoyable. The Premier may be mechanically similar for the major systems, but it's the little things like wireless device charging and a Bose® premium sound system that truly make this car loaded. Other differences between the LT and Premier is the latter includes automatic park assist, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and heated seating (front and back).

See also: Compare More Chevrolet Model Trims

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Posted onPosted on by Joe Pelosi
Joe has been closely associated with the automotive industry for the past 10 years. He worked closely with dealerships at his previous job with the Charlotte Observer, who had a partnership with Cars.com. At his current role, he is actively involved in promoting the Chevy brand in the Phoenix-Metro area along with Valley Chevy.