2011 Chevrolet Volt
US · Compact Cars
The 2011 Chevrolet Volt is listed in the US market with plug-in hybrid power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- 1.4L 4-cylinder (PHEV)
- Power
- Not available
- Torque
- Not available
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Fuel
- Plug-in hybrid
- Seating
- Not available
Key Performance & Dimensions
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.4L 4-cylinder (PHEV) | |
| Displacement | 1.4 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Fuel type | Plug-in hybrid | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Not available from our sources: Aspiration, Power, Torque.
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Drivetrain | FWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Not available from our sources: Gears.
Trims and configurations
1 configuration listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked October 15, 2026.
15V145000: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Volt vehicles manufactured August 25, 2010, to June 26, 2013. If the driver exits the vehicle without turning off the electrical system, the battery may drain low enough that the gasoline engine will automatically start itself to recharge the electric battery.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine management software to limit the time that the stationary vehicle can be left in the ON position, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet…
Reported March 13, 2015. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 14, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 14, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 14, 2026
Data verified: October 15, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
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Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2011 Chevrolet Volt have?
1.4L 4-cylinder (PHEV). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
Is the 2011 Chevrolet Volt front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: FWD.
Are there recalls for the 2011 Chevrolet Volt?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked October 15, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.