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What you must know before purchasing your Bolt EV. Use this pricing analysis to negotiate the best price with the dealer.
Highlights:
- 2021 Bolt EV available; 2020s sold out
- Lease: From $175 for 36 months
- Rebates: Up to $12,000 off MSRP
- Finance: No advertised APR deals
Aggressive pricing continues
The 2021 Bolt EV remains available in most parts of the country while the 2020 Bolt has finally sold out. This summer, the restyled 2022 Bolt and a new crossover called the Bolt EUV will offer up to a $5,500 price cut and GM Super Cruise semi-autonomous driving technology.
While the $7,500 federal tax credit on the Bolt has long since expired, in California it still qualifies for a $2,000 Clean Vehicle Rebate and a $1,500 Clean Fuel Reward — in addition to factory incentives. With every available offer, the Bolt is among the best deals on an EV.
Current factory offers are available on a national basis through June 30, 2021 unless otherwise noted.
Lease: From $175 for 36 months
You can lease a 2021 Bolt LT from $214 for 36 months with $214 due at signing in most parts of the country when factoring in a $1,500 discount for current lessees of another GM or non-GM vehicle. In San Francisco, prices are as low as $175 with $175 at signing (10,000 miles per year).
With an effective cost of as little as $180/month, this is one of the cheapest leases on any car and is available through June 1. Sadly, an ultra-cheap Costco Bolt lease ended April 30 and wasn't renewed.
Rebates: Up to $12,000 off MSRP
Chevy now offers a $9,000 rebate on all 2021 Bolt EVs. However, models with the DC Fast Charge Package actually qualify for an extra $3,000 in bonus cash. All told, that's $12,000 in savings up for grabs.
In contrast, the 2022 Bolt won't offer rebates when it goes on sale, most likely because the revamped electric car will already boast a much lower starting price on paper.
Finance: No advertised APR deals
Unfortunately, last month's killer APR deal has ended. Previously, all 2021 Bolt EVs offered 0% APR for 72 months plus $7,000 in GM Down Payment Assistance. You may be able to score a deal through your local dealer, but expect financing to be more expensive than in the past.
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Introduction
What's New
The 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV gains standard DC Fasting Charging capability on the Premiere model. That's the only change for Chevy's resident EV, which debuted in 2017 and has received periodic updates since then.
A planned refresh has been delayed until the 2022 model year.
Choosing Your Chevrolet Bolt EV
The Bolt is once again offered in two trim levels: LT and Premier. The LT is priced from $37,495, while the Premier starts at $42,695. Federal tax credits on the Bolt have expired.
Engine Choices
The Bolt is power by a single electric motor that develops 200 horsepower and 266 lb-ft of torque. Power is delivered to the front wheels through a single-speed automatic transmission.
According to EPA estimates, the Bolt can travel up to 256 miles on a full charge. Recharging the lithium-ion battery pack takes 10 hours on a 240-volt Level 2 charger. On a DC Fast Charger, drivers get approximately 100 miles of range for the every 30 minutes of charging.
Passenger and Cargo Capacity
The Bolt is a spacious five-passenger hatchback with 16.9 cubic feet of cargo room behind the rear seat. With it folded, Bolt offers 56.6 cubic feet of load space, as much as many small crossovers.
The Premier comes with an adjustable cargo floor that permits concealed storage.
Safety Features
Driver assistance technology is still optional on the Bolt. The Driver Confidence Package for the LT ($495) adds rear parking sensors and blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert. These items are standard on the Premier, along with a rearview camera mirror and surround-view cameras.
The Driver Confidence II Package for both trims, also $495, brings automatic high beams, lane keeping assist, a following distance indicator, and front collision mitigation with pedestrian detection and automatic emergency braking.
Adaptive cruise control isn't offered on the 2021 Bolt. We suspect it will arrive with next year's refresh.
Connectivity
The Bolt's standard infotainment system includes a 10.2-inch touchscreen, six speakers, HD and satellite radio, two USB ports, wi-fi capability, and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility.
The Infotainment Package for the Premier ($595) adds a seven-speaker Bose system, wireless device charging, and two rear USB ports. There's no navigation option yet for the Bolt.
The Bolts starts out with automatic climate control, proximity key access, remote start, and an 8-inch driver information display. Power seats aren't available on any Bolt. The outside gets heated side mirrors, LED taillights, and 17-inch aluminum wheels. DC Fast Charing capability costs $750.
The Comfort and Convenience Package ($555) rounds out the LT with heated front seats, a heated leather-wrapped steering wheel, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror.
The Premiere includes the LT's options, plus perforated leather seats, heated rear seats, and ambient interior lighting. The exterior gets a lift from extra chrome side trim and bright machine-finished wheels.
Compare Bolt EV Trims Side-By-Side
Even with all available options, the 2021 Bolt EV LT still costs thousands less than the Premier. Upgrading to the Premier makes sense only for buyers who can't live without leather seats or surround-view cameras.
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