2025-10-10 07:21:48

Chevy Bolt Evolves: Maintains Budget-Friendly Pricing with Enhanced Charging Speeds

Chevrolet's Bolt is set to reclaim its position as the United States' most economical electric vehicle, surpassing Nissan's Leaf S+ which was previously priced at $31,485. The updated Bolt EUV, introduced in a crossover variant, will debut early next year with a starting price of $29,990. A more accessible LT trim follows a few months later, priced at $28,995. These prices are inclusive of destination and handling charges.

With Nissan yet to announce the pricing for the base Leaf S, the 2027 Bolt currently holds the title for America's least expensive electric car. This comes as a relief in an EV market where prices remain high, and the new model offers several key improvements over its predecessor. While the previous Bolt EUV could fast-charge at up to 55 kW, the latest version significantly increases this capacity to 150 kW.

Enhanced Charging and Battery Capacity

The updated Bolt drops the "EUV" designation and is equipped with a 65-kWh lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) battery. This battery can be charged from 10% to 80% in just 26 minutes using a Tesla-compatible NACS connector. The vehicle's overall range is estimated by GM to be 255 miles on a full charge, a slight improvement from the previous model's EPA-rated 247 miles.

Design and Performance

The new Bolt retains an evolutionary design rather than a complete overhaul and will continue to be manufactured in Kansas City. It shares the front-mounted single motor from the electric Equinox, now delivering 210 horsepower—a modest increase of 10 horsepower.

Interior and Features

Additional features of the Bolt include an 11-inch digital dashboard, an 11.3-inch infotainment screen, and a sporty RS trim option priced around $32,000. Other upgrades include bidirectional charging, a heat pump, and the availability of Super Cruise. Notably, Apple CarPlay integration is no longer available.

Market Competition

Despite these enhancements, the Bolt and Leaf still do not face competition from the anticipated $25,000 Tesla models. The newly launched Model 3 Standard and Model Y Standard remain significantly more expensive, starting at $38,630 and $41,630 respectively. However, the market is expecting more affordable electric options, such as Ford’s $30,000 electric truck and a more basic pickup from newcomer Slate.

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