The current Chevrolet Volt is 180.3″ long, 71.3″ wide, on a 105.9″ wheelbase, weighing 3,543 lb. Since 2011 it has grown 2% in length and gained -6% in weight. At 15 feet it fits a standard garage and fits a street parking space.
Every Chevrolet Volt generation, measured
One row per generation. Watch the weight column — that is where most of the change happens for the Chevrolet Volt, -214 lb of it since 2011, and it is the number that decides fuel use, tyre wear and how far the car takes to stop.
| Generation | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011–2015 | 177.2″ | 70.5″ | 56.3″ | 105.9″ | 3,757 lb |
| 2016–2020 | 180.3″ | 71.3″ | 56.3″ | 105.9″ | 3,543 lb |
From 2011 to today the Volt gained 3.1″ of length (2%) and -214 lb of weight (-6%). A modern compact often outweighs the mid-size car of a generation before.
Volt year by year
Measured every model year, not just at generation changes — 10 years on record for the Chevrolet Volt. Small moves inside a generation are facelifts; the jumps are the 2 new platforms below.
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 180.3″ | 71.3″ | 105.9″ | 1 | |
| 2019 | 180.3″ | 71.3″ | 105.9″ | 1 | |
| 2018 | 180.3″ | 71.3″ | 105.9″ | 1 | |
| 2017 | 180.3″ | 71.3″ | 105.9″ | 1 | |
| 2016 | 180.3″ | 71.3″ | 105.9″ | 1 | |
| 2015 | 177.2″ | 70.5″ | 105.9″ | 1 | |
| 2014 | 177.2″ | 70.5″ | 105.9″ | 1 | |
| 2013 | 177.2″ | 70.5″ | 105.9″ | 1 | |
| 2012 | 177.2″ | 70.5″ | 105.9″ | 1 | |
| 2011 | 177.2″ | 70.5″ | 105.9″ | 1 |
Will a Volt fit
The practical question behind every dimensions search, and for a 15-foot Chevrolet Volt it has a straight answer. A single-car garage in the US is typically 20 feet deep and a street parking space about 18, so the Volt clears the garage by 4 ft. We allow a foot of clearance in both — nobody parks to the millimetre.
| Space | Typical size | This car | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single garage | 20 ft deep | 15 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 15 ft | Fits comfortably |
| Standard parking bay width | 8.5 ft wide | 5.9 ft | Room to open doors both sides |
Against cars of the same length
Compared with 961 vehicles within ten inches of the same length — a fair proxy for «cars of this size», regardless of what the marketing calls them.
| Measure | This car | Typical car of this length | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 71.3″ | 71.3″ | +0.0″ |
| Wheelbase | 105.9″ | 105.5″ | +0.4″ |
| Curb weight | 3,543 lb | 3,437 lb | 106 lb |
A longer wheelbase for the same overall length means shorter overhangs — usually more cabin space and a steadier ride. At 3,543 lb the Chevrolet Volt is 106 lb heavier than typical for its size, which generally shows up as fuel economy and stopping distance.
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How we measure
Dimensions come from NHTSA vPIC and Transport Canada vehicle records — manufacturer-declared figures, held in metric and converted to inches and pounds for display, 10 measured model years for the Chevrolet Volt between 2011 and 2020.
One row per generation, not per model year: manufacturers rarely change the body between facelifts, and the Chevrolet Volt fits into 2 rows instead of 10. Where a generation offered several body styles, the figures are the base measurements for that generation of the Chevrolet Volt.
Frequently asked questions
How long is a Chevrolet Volt?
180.3″ (15′ 0″) in its current generation, 71.3″ wide and 56.3″ tall.
How much does a Chevrolet Volt weigh?
3,543 lb at the kerb.
Will a Volt fit in a garage?
At 15 feet it fits a standard 20-foot single garage with room to spare. A street parking space of 18 feet is comfortable.
Has the Volt got bigger over the years?
Yes — 3.1″ longer and -214 lb heavier since 2011, across 2 generations. Weight grew -6%, far faster than length.
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