2023 Chevy Bolt EUV Review

Name: 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV Review
Brand: Chevrolet

Price Range: $18,590 - $29,990

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The 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV is the iPhone Max version of the Bolt. In this slightly larger package, you get slightly more space, more comfort and amenities, and the option of GM's hands-free Super Cruise driving assistance feature. The EUV trades a marginal amount of nimbleness for its gains, and it also costs a bit more, but we think it's worth it.

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2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV Review

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What's new

New sporty-looking Redline Edition package
May be eligible for federal income tax credit in 2023
Part of the first Bolt EUV generation introduced for 2022

2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV EV Insights

Trim:

Bolt EUV LT

Estimated Range Based on Age

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255 miles^{The range for a used 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV is estimated to be 255 miles because electric cars typically experience 1-2% of range loss per year, with slightly faster degradation over the first 50,000 miles as the car settles into its long term state, according to Recurrent's study of 15,000 EVs.}

EV batteries lose 1-2% of range per year. Est. range for this car is 255 miles.^{Electric cars typically experience 1-2% of range loss per year with slightly faster degradation over the first 50,000 miles as the car settles into its long term state, according to Recurrent's study of 15,000 EVs.}

Estimated range map^{This map is a visual representation of the possible one-way and round-trips by this vehicle (on a full charge) from the geometric center of Suwanee, Georgia. The depicted ranges are based on the estimated new vehicle range value provided by the EPA, rounded down to miles for one-way and miles for round-trip. Actual range will vary depending on the condition of this vehicle’s battery pack, how you drive, driving conditions and other factors.Map display generated using: © openrouteservice.org by HeiGIT | Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors | Leaflet} from

Charging

SAE Combo^{Standard port for most electric models. Supports Level 1, Level 2, and DC Fast charging.}

Plug Type

7.5 hrs

240V Home Charging^{Estimated total charging time when using a 240V outlet. This is either a 3-prong or 4-prong outlet used for appliances, for example a clothes dryer.}

61 min

DC Fast Charging^{This is the time needed to charge the vehicle's battery from a 10% to an 80% charge level, employing a fast charger at the maximum power the vehicle can accept. To optimize charging speed, we activate the vehicle's battery preconditioning feature, if it has one. In the absence of a preconditioning feature, we drive a sufficient amount to ensure the battery pack is warm and ready for charging.}

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EV batteries should be kept at 30-80% charged to extend battery life.

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EV Battery Warranty

8 yrs or 100,000 miles^{The federal government requires that EV batteries be warrantied for a minimum of eight years or 100,000 miles. The EV battery warranty includes replacement if your battery capacity drops below a certain percentage of the original capacity.}

According to GeoTab’s data, if the observed degradation rates are maintained, the vast majority of batteries will outlast the usable life of the vehicle.

Estimated battery warranty remaining is 6 years or 72,000 miles for this car.^{Warranty remaining value is based on the vehicle year, and on driving 14,000 miles per year. Confirm exact warranty coverage for each vehicle with the dealers and the manufacturer before purchasing.}

EV Tax Credits & Rebates

$4,750

Available Rebates. Restrictions apply.

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Cost to Drive

$50/mo

Bolt EUV

$153/mo

Car Avg.

Monthly estimates based on costs in Georgia

Am I Ready for an EV?

EV ownership works best if you can charge at home (240V outlet) ^{This typically means a 240V home installation, or other places your car is parked for several hours each day. Don't expect a regular household outlet (120V) to suffice.}
Adding a home charging system is estimated to cost $1,616 in
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Edmunds is partnering with Treehouse, an independent provider of home EV installation services. Learn more ^{Edmunds customers receive a 10% installation discount and 4% smart charger discount. Discount excludes permit, hosted inspection, and load management devices. Valid for 30 days.}

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In a class of it's own

hallcp, 12/24/2022

2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV Premier 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)

Throughout 2022 I was looking for an EV to replace my aging 2014 Mercedes B-Class electric. Other than a short range of 85 miles and 2014-era infotainment this was the perfect car. Any replacement had to meet it's specs, specifically a small hatchback that was on the tall side with space for rear passengers and 50+ cf of cargo with those rear seats down. I was hoping to match the luxury … feel too. I tried not to let price affect my shopping, but realistically $65k was probably the limit. Tesla Model 3, not a hatchback, limited cargo space; Tesla model Y, too long and wide; Mustang Mach-E was still too big, but closer. The Audi E-tron I test drove was slow and was very big. The Volvo C40 Recharge had tiny rear doors and a small unimpressive Infotainment screen. The RWD VW ID.4 was very slow and I read a lot about the software issues. (The AWD version wasn't available when I went for my test drive.) Hyundai Ioniq 5 was ugly and seemed to be all style over function, plus getting one was impossible. Kia Nero and Hyundai Kona were never sold in N.C. I even considered the Jaguar I-pace but getting into the rear seats is very acrobatic and Jaguar seems to have lost interest in supporting it. The Mini-E was too short range. I did not look at BMW's. The Mercedes EQB was not out yet. Which brings me to the Bolt. I had had a 2018 Volt so I knew the infotainment was simple and reliable. The 10.2" screen was taller and seemed bigger than others with a bigger diagonal measurement, like the Ioniq 5. Apple CarPlay was just about a must-have, being wireless was a bonus. The dashboard is really good-looking. Performance is brisk, range is 250+ miles, reviewers complained about slow DC fast charging, but I won't be taking many road trips. The price for the top-trim 2022 model I tried to order from the factory was $44k, but they didn't want to make any more 2022's with Super Cruise. By the time production of 2023's began the price had dropped to $38k (no incentives or rebates available), making it a super bargain. Downsides? Boring exterior styling is a baldfaced copy of a bunch of other similar sized SUV-wannabes. Even the top-trim seats lack adequate lumbar support, but a strategically placed pad fixed that, otherwise it would be a deal-breaker. The open sunroof is noisy, like all such sunroofs. Unexpected upsides? Storage beneath the rear cargo floor is really excellent. I average 4.2 miles per kWh in mild weather, very efficient. Super Cruise works great, and is much more confidence inspiring than Tesla Auto Pilot. Even though SC only works on select interstates, that's where I want it most. The overhead camera view is incredibly useful. You gets lots of light through the panoramic roof glass and the power window shade gives you the best of both worlds. Not sure if it's the tires or what but this is the quietest car I've ever had, smooth riding too. So at 3400 miles and three months of ownership I am still delighted with my purchase. We drive the Bolt over my wife's Tesla Model X most of the time. You can't beat the X for huge cargo volume and the Tesla charging network, but for driving and parking in town it's the Bolt hands down.

Understand Its limitations and you’ll be happy

“Grandpa” Len, 03/24/2023

2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV LT 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)

This is my fifth EV; Nissan Leaf, BMW i3 & i3 Rex, Tesla 3 LR RWD, Bolt EUV. If you drive long distances and require regular charging on public charging networks (EVGO, ChargePoint, Electrify America) this IS NOT the car for you. The Bolt EUV is older technology and is limited to 55KW Superchargers, far slower than more modern technology. If you need quick, reliable readily available … Superchargers your ONLY choice is Tesla. The rest are very early in the installation/maintenance learning curve and you’ll be frustrated if you rely on them. If you don’t have access to a Home Level 2 charger you may want to skip ANY EV if you want a car that will go anywhere, anytime without thinking about it, especially if you must rely on a standard 120 outlet to charge. ANY EV will be highly limited without the proper charging tools. A hybrid/plug in hybrid is a FAR better choice. Getting back to the EUV, let’s put it in context. The Nissan Leaf I owned came out in 2014 with an 80 mile range on a 24KW battery and a slow 3.3KH charger. It was built on a gas car body, converted for EV use. It was a “first effort” car, meaning buyers knew there were compromises in the design and execution. I enjoyed being a pioneer, but as a car it wasn’t really usable. In cold weather realistic range was 60 miles or less. It accelerated to 60 in over 11 seconds, a marginally acceptable level for city driving. The car was leased and heavily subsidized by Nissan, with a list price in the high $30,000 level. I moved to the BMW i3 BEV (battery only power) with a stated range of 82 miles. It was better built than the Leaf, fun to drive, used new “cutting edge” production engineering and design. The battery was larger than the Leaf and it would accelerate to 60 in a bit over 7 seconds - good enough for city driving without issue, and mostly OK for highway use. The downfall of this car was the stated range was vastly overstated. I normally got 50-60 miles range in most instances, and under 50 in cold weather. The car’s sticker price was $52,000 with the options I ordered,BMW agreed to take it back in trade toward a i3 REX, the same basic car with an auxiliary 2 cylinder gas engine and a 2 gallon fuel tank. The idea was to have the gas engine charge the battery to extend the original range, which was 76 miles or so, due to the heavier gas engine. That car also suffered from poor EV range, and the gas engine was limited to about 60 miles additional range, limited by a 2 gallon tank. The small tank was required to qualify for the EV tax credit - the battery rating had to be greater than the gas engine range boost. It was not practical and the gas engine was a BMW scooter design, with lots of problems with overheating during my ownership. I then decided to get a Tesla, which had very long wait times when I bought my other EVs. The 2018 Model 3 only had RWD when I bought it, a 300+ rated range, and drove like a sports car. 0-60 speed was a bit over 5 seconds and I very much enjoyed the car’s unique features. I had some minor issues with the car, but overall my nearly 2 years with the car were fine. Tesla was without peer competition at that time. The charging network was, and still is, the best in the world. Over the air updates were free and frequent. So why did I sell it? My wife bought a 2021 BMW 330e, a plug in hybrid with a very small EV only range - about 22 miles. Despite the very short range, for our typical use that range meets most of her daily driving needs. The biggest difference was that the BMW is a far better CAR than the Tesla. Fit and finish are far better than Tesla, road noise is FAR better than Tesla on ALL road conditions. I realized how noisy and uncomfortable the Tesla suspension is in comparison and decided to move on. I will buy another Tesla if the upgrade the CAR aspects of their line, and I am on a wait list for the CyberTeuck. NOW we can talk about the Bolt EUV. Compared to EVs of only a few years ago the EUV is EXCELLENT. It’s quieter than the Tesla, and all the other EVs I’ve owned, and drives VERY smoothly. This isn’t talked about much, but it should be. GM may be building an entry level EV with the Bolt, but it rides very well. Again, the frame of reference is an everyday gas powered car. The ride is “mellow”, not harsh or pretending to be a performance sports car. Just a gentle, calm, quiet ride on all roads. The hatchback is well done too. The rear deck level is high enough to be very easy to put things into and remove from the car without bending. Some review say the storage space isn’t very large - it’s not compared to an Escalade, but compared to compact hatches/SUVs it’s fine. The seats also fold in a 60/40 split, adding plenty of room when needed. It fits in compact parking spots easily. The best part is the range. Driven in town at sub 50MPH speeds I regularly get 280+ miles from a charge. Order the comfort and driver confidence packages, a combined $1400 upgrade, and you’ll have a wide array of features that you’ll use every day. The ONLY downside is the slow DC charging, as I noted at the start. Compare the EUV to anything else and you’ll have a hard time passing it up. It’s also likely that in the coming years technology will improve all EVs, just like computers, so wait until then before you buy a high priced EV. Reread my Leaf/i3/Tesla comments for perspective before buying any EV. Final point - driving an EV is VERY different from a gas car. Pick-up and passing power is instantaneous. The 200 HP UEV rating accelerates like a 300+ HP turbo charged sports car. Passing is easy, it the ride is gentle and quiet. Give it a try, regardless of what brand you buy I think you’ll be pleased. If the DC charger were faster I’d give this car FIVE STARS without hesitation. The slow charger may mean that you will need/want a second car for long and frequent road trips. Having that limitation makes it a FOUR STAR rating.

So far I love my Bolt EUV

malari, 08/19/2022

2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV Premier 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)

Outstanding little car, perfect for my 80 miles of commuting a day. The super cruise is awesome and as scary as it was at first it was proven to be equally adept. I would recommend this car to those that can charge at home.

Great EV

EV Rider, 11/18/2022

2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV LT 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)

Read all the reviews and saw the videos. Bought it without driving it and love it. This is my 2nd EV (Leaf) and love all the tech and the 1 pedal driving. Getting about 270 Miles per charge.

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2023 Bolt EUV Highlights

Trim:

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$27,800
EV Tax Credits & Rebates	$4,750 Based on income
Engine Type	Electric
EPA Electric Range	247 miles
Cost to Drive	$50/month
Total Charging Time (240V)	7.5 hours
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	16.3 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	front wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles
EV Battery Warranty	8 years / 100,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the Bolt EUV models:

Teen Driver: Allows the Bolt EUV's owner to program vehicle settings and limitations and monitor vehicle use by young drivers.
Adaptive Cruise Control: Maintains a safe following distance to traffic ahead, automatically adjusting vehicle speed.
Super Cruise: Builds on adaptive cruise control with a lane-centering function for hands-free, semi-automated driving on approved highways.

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2023 Chevy Bolt EUV Review

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2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV Review

What's new

2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV EV Insights

Estimated Range Based on Age

Charging

EV Battery Warranty

EV Tax Credits & Rebates

Cost to Drive

Am I Ready for an EV?

Chevrolet Bolt EUV Reviews

Owner Reviews

Most Helpful Owner Reviews

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Understand Its limitations and you’ll be happy

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