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Originally Posted by MetroMPG
I can't find any info about that. Can you share a link? What I am reading is the ICE powers the wheels directly at 70+ MPH, but only if it was already running (eg. the EV range was depleted and the generator/ICE was on). EG: link, link, link. In charge-sustaining mode, the generator/ICE "cheats" via a clutch that connects it to the transmission/wheels above 70 MPH.
As far as I know, as long as the battery is above "empty", both generations of the Volt will run up to top speed solely on electric power. |
That has been my experience with my 2013 Volt; if the ICE is running due to the battery being empty or holding the charge level, it'll stay on at high speeds (I think it even stays on going downhill or high regen, until the speed gets to 60-65ish). It has full performance and capabilities in EV. You could yank the engine and not notice a difference until you find yourself stranded.
Have you driven it on gas? While the Volt shines as an EV, it's kind of lacking when it comes to hybrid efficiency.