2023
Chevrolet Bolt EV

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  • 5dr Wgn 1LT
    Starts at
    $26,500
    247 - 259 mi.
    Range
    5
    Seat capacity
    60 month/60,000 miles
    Warranty
    Electric
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 5dr Wgn 2LT
    Starts at
    $29,700
    247 - 259 mi.
    Range
    5
    Seat capacity
    60 month/60,000 miles
    Warranty
    Electric
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

Five-seat compact electric car
EPA-estimated range up to 259 miles
55-kW DC fast-charging capability
10.2-inch touchscreen
Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

The good & the bad

The good

Low price
Respectable range
Space-efficient cabin
Swift acceleration
User-friendly infotainment system

The bad

Only one powertrain
No all-wheel drive
Firm ride
Modest cargo space
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Expert 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV review

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What Is the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV?

The Chevrolet Bolt EV is an electric-powered four-door hatchback with an EPA-estimated maximum driving range of 259 miles and standard DC fast-charging capability. While the Bolt EV doesn’t rewrite the EV rulebook in terms of performance or design, its small size and reasonable range make it an appealing choice. This is especially true when you consider it’s one of the most affordable paths to EV ownership, and it delivers far more range than similarly priced rivals like the Mazda MX-30, Mini SE Hardtop and the base version of the Nissan Leaf. Chevrolet also offers a slightly larger, SUV-like version of the Bolt EV named Bolt EUV (for “electric utility vehicle”).

What’s New on the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV?

After a significant refresh last year, the biggest change for 2023 is a significant price drop: It initially went down $5,900, though this was revised to $5,000 in January 2023.

What Features in the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV Are Most Important?

Standard features include:

  • 10.2-inch touchscreen
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
  • Subscription-based Wi-Fi hot spot
  • DC fast charging
  • 60/40-split, folding backseat
  • Satellite radio
  • Two USB ports
  • Lane departure steering assist
  • Automatic emergency braking
  • Pedestrian detection
  • Automatic high-beam headlights

Available features include:

  • Heated steering wheel
  • Heated front and rear seats
  • Wireless device charging
  • 360-degree camera system
  • Blind spot warning 
  • Adaptive cruise control
  • Rear cross-traffic alert
  • Bose audio system
  • Two rear USB ports

Should I Buy the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV?

If you’re on the fence about EVs, the low entry price of the 2023 Bolt EV could seal the deal. It’s not the wildest-looking or quickest electric car, nor does it offer all-wheel drive, but its interior room is ample considering its tidy exterior proportions — which make the Bolt EV a great fit for urban driving. The car’s 200-horsepower electric motor provides plenty of thrust when needed, and driving range is better than other EVs around the same price. The Bolt EV’s price drop for 2023 is in part a response to the recall issues that affected Bolt EVs built prior to April 2022.

2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV review: Our expert's take

What Is the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV?

The Chevrolet Bolt EV is an electric-powered four-door hatchback with an EPA-estimated maximum driving range of 259 miles and standard DC fast-charging capability. While the Bolt EV doesn’t rewrite the EV rulebook in terms of performance or design, its small size and reasonable range make it an appealing choice. This is especially true when you consider it’s one of the most affordable paths to EV ownership, and it delivers far more range than similarly priced rivals like the Mazda MX-30, Mini SE Hardtop and the base version of the Nissan Leaf. Chevrolet also offers a slightly larger, SUV-like version of the Bolt EV named Bolt EUV (for “electric utility vehicle”).

What’s New on the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV?

After a significant refresh last year, the biggest change for 2023 is a significant price drop: It initially went down $5,900, though this was revised to $5,000 in January 2023.

What Features in the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV Are Most Important?

Standard features include:

  • 10.2-inch touchscreen
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
  • Subscription-based Wi-Fi hot spot
  • DC fast charging
  • 60/40-split, folding backseat
  • Satellite radio
  • Two USB ports
  • Lane departure steering assist
  • Automatic emergency braking
  • Pedestrian detection
  • Automatic high-beam headlights

Available features include:

  • Heated steering wheel
  • Heated front and rear seats
  • Wireless device charging
  • 360-degree camera system
  • Blind spot warning 
  • Adaptive cruise control
  • Rear cross-traffic alert
  • Bose audio system
  • Two rear USB ports

Should I Buy the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV?

If you’re on the fence about EVs, the low entry price of the 2023 Bolt EV could seal the deal. It’s not the wildest-looking or quickest electric car, nor does it offer all-wheel drive, but its interior room is ample considering its tidy exterior proportions — which make the Bolt EV a great fit for urban driving. The car’s 200-horsepower electric motor provides plenty of thrust when needed, and driving range is better than other EVs around the same price. The Bolt EV’s price drop for 2023 is in part a response to the recall issues that affected Bolt EVs built prior to April 2022.

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Safety review

Based on the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
5/5
Combined side rating front seat
5/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
4/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
5/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
5/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
9.7%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
9.7%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
3 years / 36,000 miles
Battery
8 years / 100,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 60,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
5 model years or newer / up to 75,000 miles
Basic
12 months / 12,000 miles bumper-to-bumper original warranty, then may continue to 6 years / 100,000 miles limited (depending on variables)
Dealer certification
172-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

100% of drivers recommend this car
5.0 / 5
Based on 7 reviews
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Comfort 4.4
Interior 4.4
Performance 4.9
Value 5.0
Exterior 4.3
Reliability 4.6

Most recent

  • By Caos from Fl
    Owns this car
    September 24, 2024

    Awesome car.

    Awesome car. Simply the most car you can buy for the $$$. Only short coming would be for a person without home charging since DC charging is not the fastest on the Bolt. If you took a VW Golf GTI and mashed it with an old school quite, cushy Cadillac and made it cheap to own and run like say a Prius you would have the Bolt.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Retired Architect from Jacksonville, FL
    Owns this car
    January 20, 2024

    Great Metro Car

    Small but mighty. Best value EV for first and long term cost. Great acceleration and braking, especially when using Regen paddle. Nice GM incentive to pay for 220V garage charger as it is needed for overnight recharge. I bought the EV1 model since I didn't needed heated seats in Florida, but would have liked forward crash collision braking and side mirror lane changing warning. Overall, the Bolt EV is ideal for me.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Belmullet from Radford, Virginia
    Owns this car
    January 12, 2024

    Perfect 2nd Car!

    I decided it was time to "retire" our 2006 BMW M3 convertible as a second car and just keep it garaged until the sun comes out and we want a top down drive through the mountains of southwest Virginia. But my wife was not excited at the prospect of a 3rd vehicle that has no place in our retirement budget. I have been looking at EVs or plug-in hybrids but all were too expensive as a third vehicle and I had almost resigned to wait to replace our Honda Accord in a couple more years with a plug-in hybrid as range issues still bothered me with EVs (except perhaps Tesla, but didn't want a Muskmobile). When I found a Bolt Lt1 at a dealer who was willing to sell below MSRP and give me the $7500 tax rebate up front, the decision became extraordinarily simple. A brand new, pretty good electric vehicle with full warranty and a 250+ mile range for under $20K. Amazing. Likes: cheap, reasonably comfortable, lots of room for a small car, handles reasonably well, steering is good, one pedal driving is fantastic, electric motor smoothness/quiet, no gas! Chevy pays for some or all installation of a level 2 charger plug. Dislikes: In my 1LT trim, no heated seats, rake of front windshield causes "A" pillar to be in the way when making left hand turns. Just purchased the Bolt so can't speak to reliability issues. This is a perfect 2nd car. Use it for all your normal short/medium trips (most of most peoples' driving lives) and use no gas. Keep your older, larger car for road trips or when you need to carry adult passengers in back. Buy one while you can!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Black Cabriolet from Vancouver BC
    Owns this car
    December 27, 2023

    Best bang for your buc!

    What a game changer! I get it now. EV is not for everyone but it is here to stay. I gave up a really nice VW for a Bolt EV. This car is a combination of all the cars I've owned. Its fun, fast, comfortable, roomy and best of all no more fuel. This car will put a smile on your face each time you drive it. It will surprise almost all cars & trucks with its instant power. If you are in the market and don't want to spend too much then get a BOLT EV. You will love it.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Tim from Foresthill, CA
    Owns this car
    October 27, 2023

    Bolt EV

    My first EV and I could not be happier. My gas bill is down and my electric bill has increased but not too bad. The money I have saved on gas has more than covered my electric bill increase. Great ride, comfy, and safe
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By EV Owner from Elgin, IL
    Owns this car
    June 20, 2023

    Awesome Bolt

    My SO said it's cheap, but that's exactly what I like about it! Quick acceleration, surprisingly spacious interior, small enough to fit in the garage in front of our Harley. Comfortable seats and headrests. Road noise isn't too bad, and the ride is acceptable. Kids in the back don't complain about being uncomfortable. I like that the trunk has a second compartment. Overall, it feels fun to drive, and I like watching the regen kick in when using the one pedal driving.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Danno from Hazleton Pa
    Owns this car
    March 28, 2023

    Bolt into the future!

    This EV will not be for everyone, but for a lot of people this car will rock your world. It’s great, it checks all the boxes with very few exceptions. Here’s what I love about it, it’s fast and I mean really fast for a car this size. 200 hp is blast and it never gets old. Entering an on ramp is actually fun instead of nerve racking. You can go from 20 mph to 70 in a very few seconds. See that two car opening in traffic? No problem it’s yours as you fly into it. It is great handling and very nimble. The ride is fine and the seats comfortable. I have the 2LT model and it has all the bells and whistle’s you’ll need. Don’t hesitate buying this EV. It’s cheap compared to all others. The only downside for me is that it’s not a fast charging capable car. You can put it on a DC fast charger, but it is limited. Bottom line is if you do a lot of long range driving, that is more than 200 miles a day it’s not for you. If you drive less you will never go wrong with the Bolt. I’m 70 years old and have owned 38 cars, 24 were new and it’s the best one I’ve ever owned.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV?

The 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV is available in 2 trim levels:

  • 1LT (1 style)
  • 2LT (1 style)

What is the electric range of the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV?

The 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV can travel 247 - 259 miles on a single charge depending on electric motor and battery options.

EPA-estimated range is the distance, or predicted distance, a new plug-in vehicle will travel on electric power before its battery charge is exhausted. Actual range will vary depending on driving conditions, trim level, driving habits, elevation changes, weather, accessory usage (lights, climate control), vehicle condition and other factors.

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Is the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV reliable?

The 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV has an average reliability rating of 4.6 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV owners.

Is the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV a good Wagon?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV. 100.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

5.0 / 5
Based on 7 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.4
  • Interior: 4.4
  • Performance: 4.9
  • Value: 5.0
  • Exterior: 4.3
  • Reliability: 4.6

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