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Electric and Extended-Range Modes
The Volt is an electric vehicle with extended range capability. Plug it in, let it charge and
it's ready to run on pure electricity — gas- and tailpipe emissions-free. After that, the Volt
keeps going, even if you can't plug it in. The Volt uses a range-extending gas engine that
produces enough energy to power it for hundreds of miles on a single tank of gas.
Electric Mode
In Electric Mode, the vehicle will not use
gasoline or produce tailpipe emissions
unless in extreme temperatures. During
this primary mode, the vehicle is powered
by electrical energy stored in its propulsion
battery. It can operate in this mode until the
battery is depleted to a predetermined level.
The propulsion battery gauge and electric
range estimate are highlighted when the
vehicle is operating in Electric Mode. The
fuel gauge and fuel range are dimmed.
Electric range is affected by colder outside temperatures. During colder months, the
energy needed to warm the vehicle's cabin and propulsion battery can cause the vehicle's
electric range to decline. See Driving for Better Energy Efficiency in the Driving and
Operating section in your Owner Manual.
Extended-Range Mode
Once the electric charge is depleted, the
range-extending gas engine will start to
provide power to continue driving the
vehicle. The engine ensures that you will
not be stranded by a depleted battery. The
vehicle determines when the engine needs
to run. Engine speed will vary, depending
on driving conditions, to optimize efficiency.
The engine will not fully charge the propul-
sion battery. The vehicle must be plugged in to recharge. The fuel gauge and fuel range
estimate are highlighted when the vehicle is operating in Extended-Range Mode. The pro-
pulsion battery gauge is dimmed.
Total Vehicle Range
Total vehicle range is based on the available
combined electric and extended range. The
displayed electric and fuel ranges are projec-
tions based on past vehicle performance
and charge/fuel level. The displayed ranges
will change based on driving style, outside
temperature and climate settings.
The Total Range indicator can be selected in
the instrument cluster Information menu.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner Manual.
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