Chevrolet Bolt EV
The 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV is rated below average for reliability, primarily due to significant safety concerns identified in recalls and complaints.
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Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.
| Year | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | City L/100 km | Highway L/100 km | Combined L/100 km | Fuel-economy range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 131 | 109 | 120 | 1.8 | 2.16 | 1.96 | 120 MPGe combined |
| 2022 | 131 | 109 | 120 | 1.8 | 2.16 | 1.96 | — |
| 2021 | 127 | 108 | 118 | 1.85 | 2.18 | 1.99 | — |
| 2020 | 127 | 108 | 118 | 1.85 | 2.18 | 1.99 | — |
| 2019 | 128 | 110 | 119 | 1.84 | 2.14 | 1.98 | 119 combined mpge |
| 2018 | 128 | 110 | 119 | 1.84 | 2.14 | 1.98 | 119 mpg combined |
| 2017 | 128 | 110 | 119 | 1.84 | 2.14 | 1.98 | — |
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.
| Year | Body style | Fuel type | Horsepower | Torque | Engine configuration | Engine code | Transmission | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | hatchback | Electricity | 200 hp | 266 lb-ft | Electric Motor | EN0 | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive |
| 2022 | hatchback | Electricity | — | — | — | — | Automatic | FWD/Front-Wheel Drive |
| 2021 | hatchback | Electricity | — | — | — | — | Automatic | FWD/Front-Wheel Drive |
| 2020 | hatchback | Electricity | — | — | — | — | Automatic | FWD/Front-Wheel Drive |
| 2019 | hatchback | Electricity | 200 hp | 266 lb-ft | — | — | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive |
| 2018 | hatchback | Electricity | 200 hp | 266 lb-ft | — | — | Automatic (A1) | FWD/Front-Wheel Drive |
| 2017 | hatchback | Electricity | — | — | — | — | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive |
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available.
| Year | currency | Base MSRP | MSRP range | Confidence | notes | Source | estimatedAt | Trim | msrp | Base price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | USD | $27,495 | $27,495 - $30,695 | 0.95 | MSRP for 1LT and 2LT trims. | llm_estimate | 5/9/2026 | 1LT | currency: USD, Base MSRP: $27,495, MSRP range: $27,495 - $30,695, Confidence: 0.95, notes: MSRP for 1LT and 2LT trims., Source: llm_estimate, estimatedAt: 5/9/2026 | — |
| 2022 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Premier | — | — |
| 2021 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Premier | — | — |
| 2020 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Premier | — | $36,620 |
| 2019 | USD | $37,495 | $37,495 - $41,895 | 0.9 | MSRP for the 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV ranges from $37,495 for the LT trim to $41,895 for the Premier trim. Prices exclude taxes and fees. | llm_estimate | 5/10/2026 | Premier | currency: USD, Base MSRP: $37,495, MSRP range: $37,495 - $41,895, Confidence: 0.9, notes: MSRP for the 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV ranges from $37,495 for the LT trim to $41,895 for the Premier trim. Prices exclude taxes and fees., Source: llm_estimate, estimatedAt: 5/10/2026 | $37,495 |
| 2018 | USD | $36,620 | $36,620 - $40,905 | 0.9 | MSRP for LT and Premier trims, excluding destination charges and incentives. | llm_estimate | 5/9/2026 | Premier | currency: USD, Base MSRP: $36,620, MSRP range: $36,620 - $40,905, Confidence: 0.9, notes: MSRP for LT and Premier trims, excluding destination charges and incentives., Source: llm_estimate, estimatedAt: 5/9/2026 | $36,620 |
| 2017 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | LT | — | $36,620 |
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Cargo (L) | Cargo (cu ft) | Keyless ignition | Seat rows | GVWR | Steering location | Axles | Wheels | Wheelbase | Front wheel | Rear wheel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 5 | 4 | 470 | 16.6 | Standard | 2 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | 5 | — | — | — | Standard | 2 | Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) | Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | 5 | 4 | 479 | 16.9 | Standard | 2 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 102.4 | 17 | 17 |
| 2020 | 5 | 4 | 300 | 10.6 | Standard | 2 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 102.4 | 17 | 17 |
| 2019 | 5 | 4 | 479 | 16.9 | Standard | 2 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 102.4 | 17 | 17 |
| 2018 | 5 | 4 | 479 | 16.9 | Standard | 2 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 102.4 | 17 | 17 |
| 2017 | 5 | 4 | — | — | Standard | 2 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 102.4 | 17 | 17 |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.
| Year | Overall rating | Frontal crash | Side crash | Rollover | Rated vehicle | abs | esc | tractionControl | tpms | adaptiveCruiseControl | autoBrake | forwardCollisionWarning | pedestrianAeb | blindSpotMonitoring | laneDepartureWarning | rearCamera | rearCrossTrafficAlert | parkAssist | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem | nhtsaSafetyRatings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV 5 HB FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | Overall rating: 5, Frontal crash: 5, Side crash: 5, Rollover: 5, Rated vehicle: 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV 5 HB FWD |
| 2022 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV 5 HB FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | optional | — | standard | standard | Overall rating: 5, Frontal crash: 5, Side crash: 5, Rollover: 5, Rated vehicle: 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV 5 HB FWD |
| 2021 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV 5 HB FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | standard | standard | optional | optional | standard | optional | standard | standard | standard | Overall rating: 5, Frontal crash: 4, Side crash: 5, Rollover: 5, Rated vehicle: 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV 5 HB FWD |
| 2020 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV 5 HB FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | optional | optional | optional | standard | optional | standard | standard | — | optional | standard | Overall rating: 5, Frontal crash: 4, Side crash: 5, Rollover: 5, Rated vehicle: 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV 5 HB FWD |
| 2019 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV 5 HB FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | optional | optional | optional | optional | optional | standard | — | — | optional | standard | Overall rating: 5, Frontal crash: 4, Side crash: 5, Rollover: 5, Rated vehicle: 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV 5 HB FWD |
| 2018 | — | — | — | — | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | optional | optional | optional | optional | optional | standard | — | — | optional | standard | — |
| 2017 | — | — | — | — | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | optional | — | optional | optional | standard | — | — | optional | standard | — |
Technology & electrification
Listed infotainment, equipment, battery, and charging data.
| Year | Apple CarPlay | Android Auto | Battery type | infotainment | ev |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Standard | Standard | Lithium-Ion/Li-Ion | Apple CarPlay: Standard, Android Auto: Standard | Battery type: Lithium-Ion/Li-Ion |
| 2022 | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2020 | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2019 | Standard | Standard | — | Apple CarPlay: Standard, Android Auto: Standard | — |
| 2018 | Standard | Standard | — | Apple CarPlay: Standard, Android Auto: Standard | — |
| 2017 | — | — | — | — | — |
Model year reports
2023
NewestThe 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV is rated below average for reliability, primarily due to significant safety concerns identified in recalls and complaints.
2022
The 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV presents a mixed ownership proposition.
2021
The 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV presents significant reliability concerns, primarily due to its high-voltage battery fire risk.
2020
The 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV is generally considered below average for reliability and should be bought carefully.
2019
The 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to significant concerns with its high-voltage battery and steering systems.
2018
The 2018 Chevrolet Bolt EV earns a 'Below Average' reliability verdict, primarily due to significant safety concerns surrounding its traction battery and steering system.
2017
The 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV is a below-average reliability risk for used car buyers, primarily due to significant concerns with its high-voltage battery and steering system.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Chevrolet Bolt EV?
Carfocal currently has 7 published Bolt EV reports, covering 2017 through 2023. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV is rated below average for reliability, primarily due to significant safety concerns identified in recalls and complaints.
Published year coverage: 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023.
Is the Chevrolet Bolt EV reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Chevrolet Bolt EV. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2023 chevrolet bolt ev is rated below average for reliability, primarily due to significant safety concerns identified in recalls and complaints. and the 2023 chevrolet bolt ev's below-average reliability, particularly the recurring fire risk recall and numerous electrical and propulsion complaints, presents a significant ownership risk. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
7 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Chevrolet Bolt EV?
Across Carfocal's published Bolt EV guides, recurring problem areas include Electrical System Components, Steering Rack and Pinion, and Electric Drive Unit. The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.
Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: Electrical System Components, Steering Rack and Pinion, and Electric Drive Unit.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 7
- Years tracked
- 7
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints