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So I'm brand new to the Volt world, I picked up a 2013 former corporate lease vehicle w/20k miles in absolutely spotless condition. I've been browsing around a bit and I think I have to inject a bit of perspective into the whole Volt and EV and PEV situation. Folks y'all can argue the minor 1-2mpg differences or debate the merits of various drivetrains to your hearts content but you don't know PURE JOY until you go from an 18 year old Jeep sucking down 36 gallons A WEEK to a nearly pristine Volt with sufficient range to make it to work (where they have free charging so I'm also set for the drive back home).
Backup cameras, "infotainment", CRUSE CONTROL, power windows, power locks, and DECENT HEADLIGHTS.... I had NONE of these things!
I know some people debate "most efficient driving" and/or design elements where Chevy maybe didn't get it perfect...well let me offer to have you drive my Jeep for a week and then we'll talk <grin>.
Now don't mistake me. I still love my Jeep and it has it's purposes (pulling trailer, offroad for camping, severe bad weather) but as for my daily commute....I'm in a whole different world and couldn't be happier right now!
I still go out to the garage in the morning, get in the Volt and go.... WOW!
Backup cameras, "infotainment", CRUSE CONTROL, power windows, power locks, and DECENT HEADLIGHTS.... I had NONE of these things!
I know some people debate "most efficient driving" and/or design elements where Chevy maybe didn't get it perfect...well let me offer to have you drive my Jeep for a week and then we'll talk <grin>.
Now don't mistake me. I still love my Jeep and it has it's purposes (pulling trailer, offroad for camping, severe bad weather) but as for my daily commute....I'm in a whole different world and couldn't be happier right now!
I still go out to the garage in the morning, get in the Volt and go.... WOW!