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Volt Gets Cheaper for 2012, Chevrolet Now Taking Orders Nationwide

The 2012 Chevrolet Volt goes on sale today, as the automaker announced it has begun accepting orders for the updated model. Not only is the 2012 model available nationwide, but it's also cheaper than the 2011 one.

Specifically, the 2011 model was available in just seven states and the District of Columbia. Moreover, the 2012 Volt will start at $39,995 (or $32,496 assuming a full federal tax credit of $7,500, which is subject to the customer's eligibility), which is more than $1,000 below the 2011 base model. The price includes an $850 destination freight charge but excludes tax, title and license fees.

For 2012, consumers will be able to choose from a total of seven option packages compared with only three for the 2011 model. A loaded Volt, with leather appointments, backup camera, navigation system and premium paint and wheels is priced at $46,265 including delivery ($38,765 net of full tax credit).

The Volt will be available in two additional interior accents (white and spiced red) and two new exterior colors (Summit White and Blue Topaz Metallic).

New features for 2012 include:
• Standard keyless access with passive locking; the car automatically locks and unlocks with the key fob in close proximity of vehicle
• OnStar Turn by Turn navigation standard for three years, and available in-dash navigation system
• Chevrolet MyLink including Bluetooth streaming audio for music and select phones (late availability)
• Standard AM/FM stereo with CD player and MP3 playback and 7-inch diagonal color touch-screen display
• Available 17-inch sport alloy wheels with black inserts (late availability).

"We are giving consumers greater choice of content as the Volt becomes available nationwide by the end of this year,"
said Cristi Landy, Volt marketing director. "This gives us the opportunity to be more flexible in our pricing and still provide additional high-tech content to customers who want to purchase it."
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