How is the mpg displayed in the Volt calculated? Is it on the label?
• A. In-vehicle, the Volt displays mpg calculated from the total miles driven divided by the total gallons of gas used. This is how most consumers think about fuel economy today, but it does not match the MPGe figures. The table on the lower portion of the Volt label shows what Volt drivers can expect to achieve using this calculation for mpg depending on how frequently they plug in. Because real world fuel consumption of plug-in vehicles, like the Volt, is so dependent on how frequently they are charged, this table is particularly helpful for consumers in estimating how much gas they would use. • Q.
