Chevrolet Bolt EV facelift Hatchback (2021)
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Chevrolet redesigned its popular entry-level subcompact electric hatchback, the Bolt EV, for the 2022 model year. It retains the same 200hp / 360Nm front-wheel-drive drive powertrain and the 65kWh battery unit. New for 2022 is the new Dual Level Charge Cord that increases charging speed.
Design-wise, the Bolt EV now features a new front fascia as well as front and rear lighting. Inside, new instrument panel with a 10.2-inch infotainment touchscreen and iproved vehicle controls and seats can be found.
In terms of driver assist technologies, Chevrolet also uplifted those found in the Bolt EV to the latest level. Chevy Safety Assist that comes as standard offer features such as Automatic Emergency Braking, Forward Collision Alert, Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, Following Distance Indicator, IntelliBeam and Front Pedestrian Braking. More features are available as optional extras. Last but not least, 4G LTE and WiFi connectivity is on offer.
Despite all these upgrades, GM has slashed the starting price of the new Bolt EV.
Alongside the facelifted Bolt EV, GM also introduced the Chevrolet Bolt EUV, which is the subcompact crossover version of the Bolt EV.
Ratings
What we found**
Neofiliac score 6% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Tax incentives
Cons
- Horrible styling
- Poor build quality
- EV nonsense
- Battery pollution
- Poor handling
- Poor suspension setup
What external reviewers found***
External score 80% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- More affordable than the 1LT base model
- New infotainment features
Cons
- No hands-free Super Cruise highway driving assist
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Specifications
Capacity
Cargo Capacity
470 L / 16.6 cu-ft ~ 1614 L / 57.0 cu-ft
Passengers
5
Chassis
Brakes | Front
Ventilated discs, 276 mm
Brakes | Rear
Disc, 264 mm
Power Steering
Electric Steering
Suspension | Front
MacPherson strut
Suspension | Rear
Helical spring, Torsion
Tire Size
215/50 R17
Turning Circle
10.6 m / 34.8 ft
Construction
Battery | Capacity
65.0 kWh (gross)
Battery | Type
Lithium-ion
Battery | Voltage
350.0 V
Body Style
5-door battery-electric Hatchback
Dimensions
Size | Height
1611 mm / 63.4 in
Size | Length
4145 mm / 163.2 in
Size | Width
1765 mm / 69.5 in
Track Width | Front
1501.0 mm / 59.1 in
Track Width | Rear
1501.0 mm / 59.1 in
Weight
1628.0 kg / 3589.1 lbs
Wheel Size
6.5J x 17
Wheelbase
2600 mm / 102.4 in
Performance
Charging Time
120V: 4 miles of range in approx. 1 hour, 240V: Full charge in approx. 7 hours, DC Fast Charge: Up to 100 miles in 30 min
Electric Range
259 miles (416 km)
Powertrain
Drivetrain Layout
Front-engine (transverse), Front-wheel drive
Engine | Power
200 hp / 149.1 kW
Engine | Torque
266 lb-ft / 360 Nm
Engine | Type
Permanent magnetic drive motor
Final Drive
7.05:1
Transmission | Gears
1-speed
Transmission | Type
Automatic
Production
Availability
2021
Debut
2021-02-14
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cnet[1]
Reviewer score 80%The 2022 Chevy Bolt EV builds atop an already solid affordable EV formula with improved aesthetics and a more upmarket interior. New infotainment and the option for adaptive cruise fill gaps in the cabin and help to keep this EV competitive. All 2022 Bolts come standard with a rear-view camera, forward pre-collision alerts with pedestrian detection and lane-departure alerts.
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Pros
- More affordable than the 1LT base model
- New infotainment features
Cons
- No hands-free Super Cruise highway driving assist
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References
- ^ 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV review: A little bit better, a lot more affordable. [cnet]. https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/reviews/2022-chevrolet-bolt-ev-review/. 2021-07-27. Retrieved 2021-07-28.
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