First there was the Chevrolet Volt. And then there was the Opel Ampera. On closer inspection you will see that these cars are one in the same, the former built for the North American market, the latter for the European market.
Model Distinctions,Despite the similarities between models, there are some distinct differences too. The Ampera's fascia, for instance is much more radical, even refined. Moreover, the Opel offers a slightly higher content level, although the Chevrolet is no strip model itself.The Ampera is an extended range plug-in hybrid electric vehicle. It is designed to run the first 35 miles on electric power only before a small, gas motor takes over. This combination gives the Opel Ampera a range of about 380 miles or four times that of the pure electric Nissan LEAF.
