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2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV

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Bolt EV
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2022
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3.4 (Good)

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2022 1LT 4dr Wagon
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Price:   -  From $31,500
2022 2LT 4dr Wagon Price:   -  From $34,700

Overview

What's New

The 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV gets a significant refresh inside and out - its first major update since its debut in 2017. A larger SUV-styled Bolt EUV joins the line-up. Both models utilize the same powertrain, which carries over from 2021.

Choosing Your Chevrolet Bolt EV

The Bolt EV is available in two trims. The 1LT is priced significantly less than before and starts at $31,995 while the 2LT trim is $35,195. For some buyers, this price cut could make the Bolt a more appealing choice than in the past.

Note that the Bolt is no longer eligible for a federal tax credit. However, state plug-in rebates like the California Clean Vehicle Rebate offer up to $2,000 in additional savings in the form of a post-purchase incentive.

Engine Choices

The Bolt EV is powered by the carryover electrical powertrain from last year's model. Its 65 kWh battery pack helps achieve 259 miles of range and 120 MPGe, according to EPA estimates, and provides enough power to hustle the hatchback to 60 mph in about 6.5 seconds.

The Bolt is compatible with DC Fast Charging stations to gain up to 100 miles of range in 30 minutes while a new, dual-level charge cord allows for Level 1 and Level 2 plug styles. A 240-volt outlet will fully recharge the Bolt in about seven hours.

Passenger and Cargo Capacity

The 2022 Bolt EV remains a five-passenger hatchback and is very similar in size to last year’s design despite the updated styling. Its compact size measures 263 inches long and it rides on a 102.4-inch wheelbase - both of which help enable a city-friendly 34.8-foot turning circle.

Its rear seat affords 36 inches of legroom and the tall roofline allows for a generous 37.9 inches of headroom. The cargo area fits 16.6 cubic feet of space which can expand to 57 cubic feet with the seatbacks folded.

Chevrolet Bolt EV

Safety Features

The least expensive Bolt EV trim includes automatic emergency braking, lane-keep assist, and a forward-distance indicator and is available with the $495 Driver Confidence Package that adds blind-spot detection with rear cross-traffic alert.

The 2LT trim includes those safety features as standard equipment and adds an HD surround-view camera system. Adaptive cruise control is bundled in a $970 package and only the Bolt EUV is offered with GM Super Cruise, the automaker's hands-free driving assist system.

The 2022 model has not yet been rated by the NHTSA or IIHS.

Connectivity

A 10.2-inch touchscreen display is standard on all trims and is powered by Chevrolet’s Infotainment 3 Plus system that incorporates wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, SiriusXM, Bluetooth, and 4G LTE.

A Bose seven-speaker sound system is available on the 2LT trim within the $595 Infotainment Package that also includes wireless device charging, and two charging ports for the rear passengers.

Chevrolet Bolt EV

Bolt EV 1LT - From $31,995

The 2022 Bolt EV features exterior updates that include revised front and rear bumpers, new 17-inch wheels, and redesigned LED headlights and taillights that contribute to a fresher look. The interior instrument panel is entirely new with contemporary styling and plenty of horizontal lines that make it look upscale.

The old gear-shift lever is tossed in favor of a button arrangement, the seats have been redesigned and offer six-way manual adjustment for the driver, and the steering wheel controls no longer feel like a weather-proof game controller.

The base trim is standard with an eight-inch digital gauge cluster, proximity entry, and automatic climate control and offers the $945 Comfort and Convenience Package (which first requires the selection of the Driver Confidence Package) which adds an eight-way power driver’s seat, heated front seats, and a heated steering wheel.

Bolt EV 2LT - From $35,195

The Bolt EV 2LT is standard with the features of the Comfort and Convenience Package and further includes perforated leather seats, ambient instrument panel lighting, and uniquely styled alloy wheels. The $595 Infotainment Package is the only package offered.

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CarsDirect Tip

The restyled Bolt EV remains a very practical vehicle. Efficient, compact, and now with a lower price, the 1LT trim with the Comfort and Convenience package helps the Bolt meet the feature expectations for a small car in this price range while also being more accessible than ever before.

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Expert Review

Pros
  • Cute, space-efficient design
  • A great first EV
  • Excellent economy
  • Rides well
Cons
  • Overshadowed by its bigger brother
  • Interior lacks comfort
  • Looks expensive without federal tax grant
  • Rival EVs do it all better
Expert Rating
3.4 (Good)

Our expert ratings are based on seven comprehensive criteria: quality, safety, comfort, performance, fuel economy, reliability history and value.

You can interpret our ratings in the following way:

: Outstanding vehicle. Only the most exceptional vehicles achieve this rating.

: Very Good vehicle. Very good and close to being the best vehicle in its class.

: Good vehicle. Decent, but not quite the best. Often affordable, but lacking key features found in vehicles of the same class.

: Below average vehicle. Not recommended, and lacking attributes a car buyer would come to expect for the price.

: Poor vehicle. Simply does not deserve to be on the road.

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In its brother’s shadow. The biggest problem facing Chevy’s Bolt EV is its near-identical sibling, the EUV. With shared aesthetics and dynamics, you’d struggle to tell the two apart despite being supposedly different across every panel. And since the bigger model only costs $3,000 more, why would you plump for its smaller stablemate?

For now, we’ll assume the EUV doesn’t float your boat for some reason. Viewed in isolation, its baby brother certainly has plenty of appeal. Its looks are crisp and modern, with a characterful nose and a poised stance suggesting it’s ready to leap into action – which EVs usually are since they have full torque available instantly. In the right paint shade and viewed from the right angle, this is a really handsome little car.

A taxing issue. For many people, EVs are all about effortless acceleration, the ability to float contemptuously past gas stations, and the promise of greater affordability. One fly in that particular jar of ointment is the fact the Bolt no longer qualifies for a $7,500 federal tax credit. Without it, you’re paying over $30,000 for a subcompact whose unsupportive seats and upright driving position betray its compact external dimensions. This is a car for four rather than five, while 16.6 cu ft of cargo space is adequate rather than impressive.

Further evidence of weight-saving and cost-cutting can be found throughout the Bolt’s interior. The doors shut with a clang rather than a clunk, the dash is a drab slab of plastic, and there are too many buttons by modern standards. Moving up to Premier trim brings extra toys and safety features, but the Bolt’s inherent drawbacks remain. On the plus side, there’s loads of headroom, more light and visibility than you’d expect given that kicked-up side profile, and a practical 57 cu ft of load space once rear passengers have been evicted.

Chevrolet Bolt EV

Electric dreams. The front-drive Bolt EV belies its town-car dimensions and hefty 3,589 lb weight by covering the 0-60 sprint in less than seven seconds. Impressively, it does this with front-wheel drive and very little noise, while the regenerative braking effectively makes it a one-pedal vehicle. It’ll cover an EPA-estimated 259 miles on a full charge, which is the equivalent of 120 MPGe. The Bolt is slower to charge than rivals like Hyundai’s Ioniq 5, but you can add a hundred miles of range in 30 minutes at a 50 or 55kW fast-charging port. At home, it’ll need around ten hours.

As a driver’s car, the Bolt EV falls short. Those skinny tires lose grip too easily in tight bends, though the steering is better than many of its contemporaries. At least the tires and weight combine to deliver a cushioned, compliant ride, but you’ll still be hoping for the journey’s end because of those hard, thinly-padded, and surprisingly small seats.

Higher trims make more sense. There are plenty of standard safety features on every Bolt EV, with automatic emergency braking allied to active lane control and automatic high beams. You’ll pay extra for blind-spot monitoring, rear parking sensors, and a camera mirror on base models, while hands-free driving assistance is only available on the EUV. Base models are equipped with basics like smartphone compatibility via a 10.2-inch touchscreen, but Premier makes things far more comfortable with those aforementioned safety options, heated leather seats all around, and a surround-view camera system.

Final thoughts. The electric Bolt is a likable car in many respects. It’s poised and pretty, powerful without being intimidating in the manner of some EVs, and much cheaper than the (admittedly far superior) Ford Mustang Mach-E and its peers. Three-figure MPGe returns aren’t to be sniffed at, while a 259-mile range and good ride comfort make longer journeys relatively stress-free.

That said, we can’t help feeling the Bolt EV will date pretty quickly. Its specification in base trim is inadequate, with key safety features and creature comforts absent. The lack of driving dynamics and its cheaply-upholstered seats mean it’s not much fun to drive or be driven in. The interior is drab and uninspiring, lacking the sophistication of rival EVs. Most significantly, its EUV stablemate offers more of everything for only $3,000 extra, including features unavailable to Bolt EV buyers. It’s hard to see both models coexisting for long, and we think we know which one will be deleted from Chevy’s lineup first.

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Specs & Features

Highlights
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Not Available
Engine - Horsepower/Torque
200 HP / 266 ft.lbs.
Transmission
1-spd auto
Drive Type
Front-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
131 / 109 / 121 Mpge
Passenger Capacity
5 / 2
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Horsepower/Torque
200 HP / 266 ft.lbs.
Drive Type
Front-wheel
key
131 / 109 / 121 Mpge
Brakes
4-wheel Disc
Front Suspension
Strut
Rear Suspension
Semi-independent Torsion Beam Beam
Spare Tire And Wheel
Fuel Tank
Recommended Fuel Type
Electric
Average Cost To Fill Tank
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume
57.0 Cu.ft.
Passenger Volume
94 Cu.ft.
Exterior Length
163.2 "
Exterior Width
69.5 "
Exterior Height
63.4 "
Front Headroom
40.1 "
Rear Headroom
37.9 "
Front Legroom
44.3 "
Rear Legroom
36.0 "
Front Shoulder Room
54.6 "
Rear Shoulder Room
52.8 "
Front Hip Room
Rear Hip Room
Curb Weight
3,589 Lbs.
Wheel Base
102 "
Turning Radius
17.4 '
Exterior Features
Door Count
4 Doors
Wheels
17.0 " Silver Aluminum / 17.0 " Machined W/painted Accents Aluminum / 16.0 " Steel
Paint
Clearcoat Monotone / Metallic Monotone
Exterior Mirrors
Dual Power Remote Heated
Bumpers
Body-colored
Grille Moldings
Body-colored
Rear Spoiler
Lip
Exhaust
None
Interior Features
Seating
Passenger Capacity
5 / 2
Seat Trim
Cloth
Front Seat Type
Bucket
Heated Front Seats
Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls
6-way / (6-way Power)
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls
6-way
Front Armrests
6-way / (6-way Power)
Rear Armrests
Rear Seats
60-40 Bench
Radio & Infotainment
Radio
Chevrolet Infotainment 3 Plus Siriusxm With 360l Am/fm/satellite, Clock, Seek-scan / Chevrolet Infotainment 3 Plus Siriusxm With 360l Am/fm/satellite, Seek-scan
Speakers
6
Radio Steering Wheel Controls
Apple Car Play
Android Auto
Bluetooth w/ Hands-Free Connectivity
Convenience Features
Steering Wheel Type
Telescopic Tilt Style
Climate Control
Automatic Air Conditioning
Cruise Control
With Steering Wheel Controls
Sun Roof
Rearview Mirror
Day-night / Auto-dimming Day-night
One Touch Open Window
Front And Rear
Tinted Windows
Light
Vanity Mirrors
Remote Keyless Entry
Keyfob (all Doors)
Power Outlets
2
Safety Features
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Overall Front Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Overall Side Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Rollover Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Front Impact Airbags
Driver And Passenger
Driver Side Impact Airbags
Seat Mounted
Knee Airbag
Driver And Passenger
Passenger Side Impact Airbag
Seat Mounted
Rear Side Airbag
Rear Side-impact Airbag
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Front
Anti-Lock Brakes
4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs)
Forward Collision Warning
Forward Automatic Braking Forward Collision Mitigation
Blind Spot Sensor
Lane Change Alert With Side Blind Zone Alert Blind Spot
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keep Assist With Lane Departure Warning Lane Departure
Autonomous Cruise Control
Pedestrian Detection
Front Pedestrian Braking Front Pedestrian Detection Prevention
Driver Attention Alert
Daytime Running Lights
Auto High Beams
Intellibeam Auto High-beam
Adaptive Headlights
Parking Sensors
Rear Park Assist Rear
Security Systems
Security System
Panic Alarm
Ignition Disable
Immobilizer
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Major Components Months
60 Months / 60,000 Miles
Included Maintenance Months
12 Months / 12,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance Months
60 Months / 60,000 Miles
Corrosion Perforation
72 Months / 100,000 Miles
Accessories Months

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