Chevrolet Bolt EV Hatchback (2016-2021)

17% Neofiliac80% External
Keywords: chevroletelectric-vehicleentry-levelfwdhatchbackmacpherson-strutsubcompact

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Product Overview

Chevrolet Bolt EV is an entry-level subcompact hatchback in production from 2016 to 2021. It was powered by 200hp of electric twisting power aided by batteries from 60kWh to 66kWh.
Compared to its spiritual predecessor, the Spark EV, the Bolt EV is similarly basic. It has an arguably worse exterior design, though notably more space inside. The chassis remains uninspiring, and semi-independent suspensions are kept.
On the plus side, Chevy made sure that usable range is available on the Bolt EV.

Ratings

What we found**

Neofiliac score 17% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Notable improvement in range
Cons
  • Can't even reach 200km/h
  • No powerful engine options
  • No independent rear suspensions
  • Ugly

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

60 kWh66 kWh

Capacity

Cargo Capacity478 L / 16.9 cu-ft ~ 1603 L / 56.6 cu-ft
Passengers5

Chassis

Brakes | FrontVentilated discs, 276 mm
Brakes | RearDisc, 264 mm
Power SteeringElectric Steering
Suspension | FrontMacPherson strut
Suspension | RearSemi-independent, Torsion
Tire Size215/50 R17
Turning Circle10.8 m / 35.4 ft

Construction

Battery | Capacity60.0 kWh (gross)66.0 kWh (gross)
Battery | TypeLithium-ion
Battery | Voltage350.0 V
Body Style5-door battery-electric Hatchback

Dimensions

Size | Height1594 mm / 62.8 in1595 mm / 62.8 in
Size | Length4166 mm / 164.0 in
Size | Width1765 mm / 69.5 in
Track Width | Front1501.0 mm / 59.1 in
Track Width | Rear1501.0 mm / 59.1 in
Weight1616.0 kg / 3562.7 lbs
Wheel Size6.5J x 1717 in
Wheelbase2600 mm / 102.4 in2601 mm / 102.4 in

Performance

Acceleration | 0 - 60 mph6.5 sec
Coefficient Of Drag0.308
Top Speed145.0 km/h / 90.1 mph

Powertrain

Drivetrain LayoutFront-engine (transverse), Front-wheel drive
Engine | Power200 hp / 149.1 kW
Transmission | Gears1-speed
Transmission | TypeAutomatic

Production

Availability2016 ~ 20192019 ~ 2021

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External Reviews

cnet[1]

Reviewer score 80%
Reviewers from cnet have found the following***:
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.
Find the original article here.
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

  1. ^ 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 2022-03-18.

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