What is the premium package on a Chevy Volt?
The Premium Package is an optional upgrade that bundles higher-end interior and convenience features on Chevy Volt models; the exact contents vary by model year and trim. In practice, it was used to push the Volt beyond base LT trim toward more comfort and tech.
Across the Volt's two generations, GM offered the Premium Package as a factory option. Because the feature set shifted with trims and model years, the items included could include leather seating, heated front seats, a more premium audio system, power adjustments, and additional comfort or tech features. This article outlines how the package differed by generation and what buyers commonly saw as part of it, plus how to verify the exact contents on a given Volt.
Gen 1 Volt (2011–2015)
The Gen 1 Premium Package was an optional bundle offered on certain trims. It typically included interior upgrades and convenience features that surpassed the base equipment, with exact items varying by year.
- Leather-appointed seating surfaces
- Heated front seats
- Power-adjustable driver's seat
- Upgraded audio system (often a premium Bose setup)
- Additional convenience features such as remote start, automatic climate control, or other enhancements, depending on the year
These items were intended to elevate comfort and perceived quality relative to the base Volt, but availability depended on the specific model year and trim configuration. Always consult the window sticker or dealership documentation for exact contents on a given vehicle.
Gen 2 Volt (2016–2019)
The Gen 2 Premium Package content also depended on the year and trim but generally followed the same aim: higher-quality interiors and better tech options than the base models.
- Leather seating surfaces or leather-appointed seats
- Heated front seats
- Power-adjustable driver's seat (and sometimes passenger seat)
- Upgraded infotainment or audio system (such as an enhanced MyLink setup or Bose option)
- Additional features like navigation, Premium audio, or other tech/comfort upgrades depending on the year
As with Gen 1, the exact package contents varied by year and trim. Prospective buyers should verify the precise build with the window sticker, the vehicle’s VIN-based build sheet, or a dealer's build documentation.
How to verify the exact contents on a specific Volt
Because the Premium Package changed across years and trims, the most reliable way to confirm what a particular Volt includes is to check the official documentation tied to that vehicle.
- Obtain the Monroney window sticker from the vehicle’s sale documentation or the seller; it lists installed packages and features.
- Check the VIN with a Chevrolet dealer to pull the official build sheet (also called the line sequence or RPO codes) for that car.
- Review the owner’s manual or GM MyLink/Infotainment documentation for any tech-related inclusions specific to the model year.
- Ask the dealer or prior owner for a copy of the original order or window sticker if needed.
Knowing the exact contents helps avoid assumptions, especially since some items like heated seats or premium audio were optional and year-dependent.
Summary
The Chevy Volt’s Premium Package was an optional upgrade aimed at adding comfort, interior quality, and tech enhancements beyond the base trims. Its exact contents differ by generation and model year, so buyers should verify the specific features with the window sticker, build sheet, or dealer documentation for the exact vehicle in question. While the Volt was discontinued after the 2019 model year, the concept of a Premium Package remains a reminder of how manufacturers packaged value-added features in mid-market hybrids.
