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2021 Chevrolet

Bolt EV

Auto (variable gear ratios)

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2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV (photo 1 of 2)

Closest available photo (2019 model year); you're viewing the 2021.

2019 photoGregory VarnumCC BY-SA 4.0Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Body
Small Station WagonsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Transmission
Automatic (variable gear ratios)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Powertrain
ElectricEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel
ElectricityEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Engine & performance

HP
200
Power to weight
0.056 hp/lb
Axle ratio
7.05
Motor kW
150EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
108 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG City
127 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG Comb
118 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel $/yr
$650EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Eco Score
10/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Smog score
10/10
Elec. Range
259 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Range per hour (240V)
26 mi/hr
Recharge hrs
10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
SmartWay certified
Yes

Dimensions & capacity

Length
164 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Width
70 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Height
63 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Wheelbase
102 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Curb Weight
3,583 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Pass. Vol
94 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Cargo Vol
17 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Overall crash rating
★★★★★
Rollover rating
★★★★★
Stability control (ESC)
Standard
Forward-collision warning
Optional
Lane-departure warning
Optional
Recalls
0
Owner complaints
0

Feature availability

Which features come standard, cost extra, or are locked to a pricier trim arrives with the next data phase. Standard equipment shows here today.

Standard

Federal investigations NHTSA defect investigations, model year

  • DP22005opened Jan 27, 2023ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM

    Pedestrian alert sounds

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
3 yr / 36k mi
Powertrain
5 yr / 60k mi
Roadside assistance
5 yr / 60k mi
Maintenance
1 yr / 12k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.