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2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV consumer reviews

$36,620 starting MSRP
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(134 reviews)
92% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.2
  • Interior 4.3
  • Performance 4.7
  • Value 4.4
  • Exterior 4.4
  • Reliability 4.7
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I'm sold

Winner of the 2017 Car of the Year I support this conclusion 100%. Fast (oh boy fast) off the line and smooth as silk. My biggest concern was the seat size (I am a very big guy). Now granted the seating is not as big as my explorer but the complaints are way over stated (or I got lucky). I found it very comfortable. The best thing about the car is the sight lines and the head room. Its almost like having a bubble top and the 7 cameras dont hurt either. Its funny because people see me going to get in the car and think I won't fit and then once in there is tons of room (plus a big back seat). Only had the car a short time but I love it.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Great response, comfortable, great purchase

I am a tall big man. The car is very comfortable for me: plenty of leg room. The car response to my driving is fantastic: acceleration, steering, lane response, etc. The many features are great: infotainment center is awesome. Large screen is easy to read at a glance.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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This is truly a fun and exciting car to own. I

This car actually excites me to drive. It has fantastic features, it?s drive is quiet, and smooth. It has many high-tech features packed into this great car. I learn more about it every day. The best thing is that I?m helping the environment.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Best car I?ve ever driven

The quickness, smoothness and quiet of the electric drive are something to behold. Plugging in at home is also a big improvement over getting gas. The design is smart and roomy. A knock on the car is the front seats, which are a bit narrow but not uncomfortable to me, but I wish cloth was an option on the top trim level. To get the higher package of automation and warnings you have to buy the Premier, which only comes with leather seats, which we didn?t want. The automation is great, seats less great mainly due to the leather. Overall it is a very practical and fun vehicle, well worth the awards and interest it?s gotten.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Great car!

Great car. Reliable, inexpensive, and high quality. I am a tech guy and I love all of the tech in it! Fascinating to see how many miles I am driving per charge. 238 miles per charge is amazing! Highly recommend.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Great Choice of Your First EV...

For someone who wants to experience how driving and living with an EV feels, this is a great choice. This is my first EV (and my first Chevy car) and I really enjoy driving it. Driving is no longer a boring task and makes me feel like I live in the future. Pros: 1. Instant torque makes the acceleration very impressive! It seems to pass other cars with little or no effort, especially with that futuristic "airplane engine" sound. 2. The Regen is great - I managed to only use break at most 5 times in the first month of driving this car. 3. The car also provides various handy technology features, such as CarPlay, backup camera, etc. Cons: 1. It would be nice to have fold down cup holders at the back seat. 2. The front seats are a little bit hard.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 2.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Gliding electric style in the Bolt EV

This is a review of the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV Premier trim. This is a high performing car, it easily out accelerates most cars, electric or gasoline powered. While this is a small car, the interrior space is large. 5 people fit quite comfortably. Getting the DCFC option is a must. This comes in very handy for charging away from home. Other useful options are the driver confidence package and the upgraded Infotainment system, which includes an HD video rear view mirror, a 360 degree all view camera system, blind spot indicators, and a lane departure warning system. Love the Bolt EV

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Extremely reliable

This is my first all-electric vehicle and I am extremely pleased with its performance. I have owned it for six months without a single issue requiring dealer attention. I quickly adapted to ?one pedal? driving and love driving by gas stations without stopping! it exceeds my expectations.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Better than any gas car I've ever owned

This is an incredible vehicle. It has power, and range as well as style. When reading reviews people complained about the interior but it is really nice especially for a 40000$ car. It doesn't lack speed at all and as long as you are not a lead foot it has range to spare. I drive 150km round trip for work every day and I barely use 1/3 of a charge even going up a mountain. By far the best car I've ever owned and I look forward to keeping it for a long time.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Love not going to gas station!

Handles great,easy to park,economical,great tax incentives,8 year warranty on batteries.love it!!!!!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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