The redesign year indicates that the car is either introduced for the first time or an existing model has been
significantly re-engineered. The more extensive or complicated the redesign, the higher the risk of reliability problems.
2027 Model Redesign Year
The redesign year indicates that the car is either introduced for the first time or an existing model has been
significantly re-engineered. The more extensive or complicated the redesign, the higher the risk of reliability problems.
The Bolt is back, at least for now.
Chevrolet's least-expensive electric car disappeared in 2023, but an upgraded version is set to return for a 'limited run' as a 2027 model.
It looks almost identical to the former Bolt EUV, blurring the lines between a hatchback and a crossover SUV, but it now uses GM's Ultium battery and motor technology.
That gives it DC fast-charging speeds that are 2.5 times faster than the old Bolt, although its 255-mile estimated driving range isn't much of an improvement.
An efficiently packaged interior has lots of cargo space for a vehicle this size.
Like all GM EVs, it has a Google-powered infotainment system that isn't compatible with Apple CarPlay, but we're happy to see buttons and knobs for climate control and audio.
Road test score is a composite based on more than 50 tests and evaluations at our 327-acre test facility in
Colchester, Conn., on cars that Consumer Reports has purchased. Among the many tests are assessments of emergency-handling, braking capabilities,
fuel economy, ride, seat comfort, headlights, and controls.
Road Test Score
Road test score is a composite based on more than 50 tests and evaluations at our 327-acre test facility in
Colchester, Conn., on cars that Consumer Reports has purchased. Among the many tests are assessments of emergency-handling, braking capabilities,
fuel economy, ride, seat comfort, headlights, and controls.
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$27,600 - $31,600
Destination Charge: $1395
Destination Charge
This charge covers the cost of transporting a vehicle from a carmaker’s U.S. factory or port of entry to its dealerships. Destination charges are typically not negotiable. Occasionally some select model trims will have a slightly higher fee than others.
Destination Charge
This charge covers the cost of transporting a vehicle from a carmaker’s U.S. factory or port of entry to its dealerships. Destination charges are typically not negotiable. Occasionally some select model trims will have a slightly higher fee than others.
This charge covers the cost of transporting a vehicle from a carmaker’s U.S. factory or port of entry to its dealerships. Destination charges are typically not negotiable. Occasionally some select model trims will have a slightly higher fee than others.
Destination Charge
This charge covers the cost of transporting a vehicle from a carmaker’s U.S. factory or port of entry to its dealerships. Destination charges are typically not negotiable. Occasionally some select model trims will have a slightly higher fee than others.
Road test score is a composite based on more than 50 tests and evaluations at our 327-acre test facility in
Colchester, Conn., on cars that Consumer Reports has purchased. Among the many tests are assessments of emergency-handling, braking capabilities,
fuel economy, ride, seat comfort, headlights, and controls.
Road Test Score
Road test score is a composite based on more than 50 tests and evaluations at our 327-acre test facility in
Colchester, Conn., on cars that Consumer Reports has purchased. Among the many tests are assessments of emergency-handling, braking capabilities,
fuel economy, ride, seat comfort, headlights, and controls.
Predicted Reliability
Predicted Reliability
Our extensive survey data, combined with our technical knowledge, allows us to expertly predict the reliability of new and redesigned models.
Predicted Reliability
Our extensive survey data, combined with our technical knowledge, allows us to expertly predict the reliability of new and redesigned models.
Predicted Owner Satisfaction
Predicted Owner Satisfaction
Our extensive survey data, combined with our technical knowledge, allows us to expertly predict the owner satisfaction of new and redesigned models.
Predicted Owner Satisfaction
Our extensive survey data, combined with our technical knowledge, allows us to expertly predict the owner satisfaction of new and redesigned models.
Road test score is a composite based on more than 50 tests and evaluations at our 327-acre test facility in
Colchester, Conn., on cars that Consumer Reports has purchased. Among the many tests are assessments of emergency-handling, braking capabilities,
fuel economy, ride, seat comfort, headlights, and controls.
Road Test Score
Road test score is a composite based on more than 50 tests and evaluations at our 327-acre test facility in
Colchester, Conn., on cars that Consumer Reports has purchased. Among the many tests are assessments of emergency-handling, braking capabilities,
fuel economy, ride, seat comfort, headlights, and controls.
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Predicted Reliability
Predicted Reliability
Our extensive survey data, combined with our technical knowledge, allows us to expertly predict the reliability of new and redesigned models.
Predicted Reliability
Our extensive survey data, combined with our technical knowledge, allows us to expertly predict the reliability of new and redesigned models.
NA
Predicted Owner Satisfaction
Predicted Owner Satisfaction
Our extensive survey data, combined with our technical knowledge, allows us to expertly predict the owner satisfaction of new and redesigned models.
Predicted Owner Satisfaction
Our extensive survey data, combined with our technical knowledge, allows us to expertly predict the owner satisfaction of new and redesigned models.
The redesign year indicates that the car is either introduced for the first time or an existing model has been
significantly re-engineered. The more extensive or complicated the redesign, the higher the risk of reliability problems.
2017 Model Redesign Year
The redesign year indicates that the car is either introduced for the first time or an existing model has been
significantly re-engineered. The more extensive or complicated the redesign, the higher the risk of reliability problems.
The Bolt is a game changer since it’s the first relatively affordable EV to have a robust driving range.
This small hatchback is built around a large 60-kWh battery pack that sits under the car’s floor and contributes to the car’s planted feel despite its tall stance.
With 200 electrified horses on tap, the Bolt accelerates with gusto.
A full charge can take 9 hours on a 240-volt connector but with a 250 mile range according to our measurement, you rarely have to do it.
The battery gains about 25 mile of range per hour of charging through a 240V connector.
The Bolt is very quiet but the ride can get choppy.
Controls take some getting used to including the unintuitive shifter.
The driver’s seat is short on lower-back support and interior quality is on the cheap side. A 2022 freshening improved the infotainment system and interior, and brought a version called EUV that's slightly larger.
The 200-hp electric motor, that drives the front wheels used in the current Bolt EV, carries over.
The Bolt EV can travel 259 miles on a fully charged battery, as estimated by EPA.
DC fast charging capability is also standard, and Chevrolet says 30 minutes of DC charging in public places will add 100 miles of range.
The interior is new, including a more comfortable seat and soft touch materials for a more upscale feel.
The infotainment system and gear selector are easier to use.
Active safety features including FCW, AEB with pedestrian detection, lane keeping assist with lane departure warning, automatic high beams, and a following distance indicator are now standard.
BSW, RCTW, and adaptive cruise control are optional.
There was no Bolt between 2023 and 2025.
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