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Chevrolet Volt vs Mitsubishi i-MiEV

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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Overview

SpecChevrolet VoltLTMitsubishi i-MiEVES
Selected trimLTES
Body styleHatchbackHatchback
Drivetrainfront wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typeelectricelectric
Transmission1-speed direct drive1-speed direct drive
Engine typeplug-in hybridelectric
Model year20192017

Pricing & market

SpecChevrolet VoltLTMitsubishi i-MiEVES
MSRP$33,520$22,995 (best)
Lowest listing price$7,427 (best)—
Median listing price$8,500 (best)—
Highest listing price$10,000 (best)—
For sale now3 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecChevrolet VoltLTMitsubishi i-MiEVES
Combined MPG42 MPG (best)—
City MPG43 MPG (best)—
Highway MPG42 MPG (best)—
Combined MPGe106 MPGe112 MPGe (best)
Electric range53 mi (best)—
Battery capacity—16 kWh (best)
240V charge time4.5 hr (best)—
Fuel tank8.9 gal (best)—

Performance

SpecChevrolet VoltLTMitsubishi i-MiEVES
Horsepower149 hp (best)66 hp
Torque294 lb-ft (best)145 lb-ft
Engine size1.5 L (best)—
CylindersI4—

Size & capability

SpecChevrolet VoltLTMitsubishi i-MiEVES
Seating5 seats (best)4 seats
Doors55
Cargo volume10.6 cu ft50.4 cu ft (best)
Curb weight3,519 lbs2,579 lbs (best)
Ground clearance—6.1 in (best)
Wheelbase106.1 in (best)100.4 in
Length180.4 in (best)144.7 in
Width71.2 in (best)62.4 in
Height56.4 in63.6 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecChevrolet VoltLTMitsubishi i-MiEVES
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Rollover5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Open recalls (YMM scope)22

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimChevrolet VoltMitsubishi i-MiEV
1

LT

$33,520 MSRP(Currently comparing)

ES

$22,995 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Premier

$38,120 MSRP

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Chevrolet Volt vs Mitsubishi i-MiEV FAQ

Which is better: 2019 Chevrolet Volt or 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2019 Chevrolet Volt vs 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2019 Chevrolet Volt or 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV starts lower at $22,995. Live Chevrolet Volt listings start at $7,427.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2019 Chevrolet Volt or 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV?
The 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (22,995).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2019 Chevrolet Volt or 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV?
The 2019 Chevrolet Volt leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (42).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2019 Chevrolet Volt or 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV?
The 2019 Chevrolet Volt leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (53).
Which has better horsepower: 2019 Chevrolet Volt or 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV?
The 2019 Chevrolet Volt leads on horsepower in this comparison (149).
Which has better seats: 2019 Chevrolet Volt or 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV?
The 2019 Chevrolet Volt leads on seats in this comparison (5).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2019 Chevrolet Volt vs 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Chevrolet Volt (5/5 NHTSA overall).