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The best car I've ever had
Alan L, 12/17/2018
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Premier 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
89 of 90 people found this review helpful
After driving Audis for more than 16 years, I decided I wanted to do something enviro-friendly. I had my name on the list for a Tesla 3, but it was taking so long, and my Audi lease was up. I went to test-drive a Chevy Volt, but the salesman suggested I try the Bolt. On first look, I thought it would be too small, but was surprised how spacious it was inside - there is no traditional engine, of course, so all of that extra space goes to the passengers. Then I drove it, and was surprised by how powerful and what fun it is to drive - really zips around. The handling is also great because the center of gravity is much better than a traditional gas engine car. The battery accounts for the majority of the weight and is centered at the bottom of the vehicle, where in traditional cars, that weight is in the front. My family was skeptical about the car but soon fell in love with it. When the lease on our minivan is up in a year, we plan to get a second Bolt. We plug in the car in a normal wall plug in our garage every night, and have not had the need for a more expensive charger. Normal mileage is 40-50 miles a day which the car handles fine - with a 250 mile range, we've never had an issue. Since we have a solar powered house, our electricity bill, including the car charge is about $10!! I must stress though that all the environmental benefits of the car, although cool, are not the most important reason I drive it. I drive it because I love driving the car. It's a terrific piece of engineering, and I know when the world gets the benefits of all-electric cars they will never go back to gas dinosaurs again. The problem is that many still don't know the difference between hybrids and all-electrics, and hybrids can be sluggish as they are carrying the weight of two engines - the traditional gas and the electric motor. Electric cars are really powerful as they have just one electric motor. This is the future, folks!
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Love This Car!
JBA, 01/16/2019
updated 01/22/2024
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Premier 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
68 of 70 people found this review helpful
Earlier Bolts were criticized for having poor headlights, GM must have listened. These 2019 lights are the best I’ve ever experienced in almost 60 years of driving. I also love the auto-dimming feature. I don’t typically drive more than 50 miles a day and on just household current the car fully charges overnight with time to spare — you don’t need to bother with a 240 volt installation unless you drive a whole lot more than I do. I hated the ride of my Nissan Leaf which constantly tossed me around over even small road irregularities— thankfully the Bolt rides much better, absorbs the road and its motions are extremely well damped. My only complaint is the car has so many capabilities, the learning curve is steep. I spent a lot of time sitting in the car, reading the Owners Manual in order to learn how to work everything. However, I love gadgets and this Bolt is the ultimate gadget! 7/16/2019 Still love this car. Its ease of acceleration, quickness make it a pleasure to drive. 1/17/20 Still in love. 1/17/21 Still in love. Absolutely NO problems.
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One nice little car!
Greg Ludlow, 11/11/2018
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Premier 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
47 of 49 people found this review helpful
I finally had it with repairs and maintenance on our German auto and figured that perhaps it was time to look at an electric vehicle. I admit it is early in the game but so far my wife and I are really enjoying our new Chevy Bolt. The interior is rather aster but it's comfortable and extraordinarily roomy but, there are interior amenities we would love to see (ie dual climate control, power seats, sun roof). There is plenty of power and get-up and go, and we love the fact that there's no gas, no oil, and little to no maintenance. The onboard tech info is useful and seems to cover anything you might want to know. At the moment, I have no interest in another European money pit. Thank goodness electrical vehicles are making themselves a good, rational alternative.
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Never buying ICE again
John Bowie, 09/30/2018
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV LT 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
57 of 61 people found this review helpful
So I wanted a Tesla, but could afford one (or couldn't get spousal agreement). Test drove many options and was thoroughly impressed with this. I will drive 50K miles this year, so I needed a car I could rely on, had range and I have no backup plan - so I'm all in. I have previously had some wonderful little Japanese cars that were a true joy to drive. The good - fun to drive, wicked cheap to run, little range anxiety so far, well built, decent cockpit design, one pedal driving, quiet. The okay - rides a little high and definitely not sport tuned like a traditional car, design (once you get through the first two days of realizing how cheap it looks) it grows on you. The bad - seats are not that comfortable, stereo uninspiring for sound quality, charges slowly - but they all do if you are on a road trip. Overall, I have truly loved driving this car so far and will never go back to a traditional car based purely on handling and costs. I will be happy when charging improves, but it is not something that causes me stress yet (my closest EVGO station is 100 miles away!). For anyone in indecision, test drive the car to see the difference. Then do some research on resale values of these and old teslas - they are holding values way better than anyone expected for good reason. Even better, reach out and talk to an owner - they will espouse virtues - because for the most part - the salespeople are clueless because there are not nearly enough of these every hanging out at the dealerships. Depending on driving style, how and climate there is a range of 150 - 300 miles - this should be more than enough for most people.
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Love my new Bolt
Cycledan, 05/25/2019
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV LT 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
14 of 14 people found this review helpful
So nice to never have to stop at a gas station and can always get in HOV lane on the highway. 238 mile range is more than adequate for me. I actually end up charging it less than my Volt since the Volt I always wanted to top off. Best all EV car for me and for most people. To have under 200 miles range is really not an option for me. I like that you can choose to use 1 pedal driving (L) or use it in Drive (D) and it feels like a regular car. I don't care for the 1 pedal driving, some love it. But at least you have the option. Surprisingly enough cargo room for a compact car. Battery is under the floor and no hump in the middle or large engine in front so things fit inside nicely. I can throw my bike in the back with the seats folded down. The display is huge and Android Auto seems to work great for navigation.
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First EV I was attracted to.
Joe Dominik, 04/12/2019
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV LT 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
38 of 41 people found this review helpful
This is a very nice EV, though not luxurious. I live in central Indiana and I can get to any part of the state without recharging. i would need a recharge for the trip back. I can get to 8 different state parks or recreation areas and back without recharging. The regenerative braking is outstanding, and "one pedal" driving is easy. I love the hatchback design and the higher driving position. I would not have wanted a sedan type auto. I have yet to try to get a bicycle in the back with the seats down and the front wheel of the bike off. I plan to use this vehicle for camping and around the state driving. It is not a longer distance road trip vehicle at this time in the EV charging infrastructure. I would warn those fellow Hoosiers that our state charges $150 extra dollars with annual registration to drive an EV to cover road taxes not paid buying gasoline. I calculated that I would have to drive 16,000 miles or more to buy enough gasoline to pay $150 in Indiana fuel tax. I guess Indiana wants us to burn coal in our autos. Cold weather driving does limit the range of a battery charge because of energy consumption for battery conditioning and heat.
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What’s missing ...
Peter Gilmore, 09/14/2019
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV LT 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
Outside of no gas bills or oil changes there is: no exhaust, no transmission, no fuel tank, no bulky internal combustion engine, barely any moving parts, and no guilt about ruining the planet. Nice.
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No more gas or oil
Alan, 07/02/2019
updated 01/06/2020
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Premier 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
The car is very impressive. Great acceleration, great handling and great range. Yes the interior is not close to the Lincoln MKS I traded for it, but it is perfectly acceptable. There is no going back to a gas engine after owning an ev.
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Perfect for me
Mike, 07/26/2019
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Premier 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
Since I don't take long trips (>200 mi), this was the perfect car for me. I chose it over a Model 3 due to true one pedal driving, satellite radio, Android Auto, 360 camera, easier ingress/egress, and having acccess to Chevy dealerships. I couldn't be happier. The Bolt is downright quick even if not surprisingly quick like a Tesla. If you take longer trips and want fewer charging delays on the road, the Model 3 is probably a better option.
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Great Pricing, Great Range
V0X, 08/27/2019
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV LT 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
Picked up a 2019 LT a few weeks ago. $10,000 off MSRP means this car with the federal tax credit will cost me around 25k. I usually drive less than 20-30 miles per day with a short 2 mile commute to work. EV is perfect for my lifestyle and I only wish I did EV sooner, but glad I waited due to the HUGE discount. I see that the 2020 Bolt will now come with a 259 mile range which is better than the entry level Tesla Model 3. I don't think you can get a bigger bang for the buck right now.
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Love my Bolt (2nd one)
Michael S, 10/01/2019
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Premier 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
I recently purchased a 2010 Bolt EV Premier, after having leased a 2017 for three years and driving 46K miles. This is a fantastic car all around. I drive about 90 miles per day round trip, and occasionally 150-200 miles for visits to friends/family in the state. The car has fantastic visibility, the range is extremely reliable (quite is 238, but I usually get 240-250 on the highway and 270+ in local driving). One of the positive surprises with the EV is the extremely limited amount of required maintenance. Other than tire rotations, wipers, windshield fluid and cabin air filter, there is really no service to perform. I still had good tread on my car after 46K miles, due to teh LRR tires, and using one peddle driving I never had to replace the brake pads. The one area for improvement would be the interior. I find it a bit plasticy and the seats are not the most comfortable (I use a cushion which dramatically improves comfort). An upgraded interior option, and also a sunroof would be great additions.
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The greatest car I have driven
Carlos j aponte, 01/31/2019
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Premier 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
19 of 21 people found this review helpful
After my 2017 Volt came my 2017 Bolt. What a car. The future is here now for electric cars. Bolt is here now. my new 2019is my dream come through. Feels and looks better than my old 2017. I have owned about 40 brand new cars and the Bolt is the best yet. No gas expense and my electric bill has not increased. The car, 2017 Bolt, held is value. I recommend it with all my heart.
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Great Drivetrain, Chincy interior
Mark, 11/09/2018
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV LT 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
22 of 26 people found this review helpful
This is a great car from an engineering perspective. It has awesome power, fantastic, all-electric drive-train. It accelerates quickly (as most electrics do, since all the torque is available instantly). It's fun to drive, as it's extremely quick off the blocks. We have gotten about 225 mile range in mixed driving in the 2 weeks that we've had the car. We added the DC fast-charge capability, though we have only used it once for 5 minutes at a EVgo stop. We charge using a home 240 Volt charger. Charging time is good at home. As some have said, the interior is cheap. There is a lot of really hard plastics all over the place. There is curiously NO garage door Homelink controls (even the cheapest rentals have this...) I don't even think there is an option group that includes this. The seats are just not that great to sit in over a long trip, and again, they feel cheap. Also, at this price point, is it too much to ask for to have electric seat controls? What's next, windup windows? Come on GM! I didn't get the premium option, but on the LT, the radio is not really all that powerful (I'll have to find an aftermarket solution.) I still haven't been able to find the fader controls...
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Love my Bolt
N H, 12/31/2018
updated 07/08/2019
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV LT 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
15 of 18 people found this review helpful
We are 6 months into ownership and loving that we don't have to visit the gas station anymore. Love the cargo space when folding the rear seats. For us, it took very little time to adjust to driving an EV. Depending on where you live, heated seats are essential. We like the style and design of the car, but we are finding the quality of the "cosmetic" parts less than desirable. Pieces of exterior and interior trim, plastic covers, etc. have come loose, and/or broken. Everything under warranty so far, and the dealership has taken care of fixes and replacements quickly, at no cost. Driving performance has been great, so overall we're extremely happy. Lots of get up and go with the electric motor and handles very well.
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Bolt to the Future!
Val, 07/23/2019
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV LT 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
Range anxiety is gone with the Bolt. Peppy and fun to drive in city and on the highway and fits my lifestyle perfectly. Love "one-pedal driving - very intuitive and automatically regenerates range. Going 'ev' just requires an adjustment of how you think about a 'full tank'. This is definitely the wave of the future. Drove hybrids for years before buying the Bolt and only wish I'd gone electric sooner.
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Chevy Bolt is like being in the future
Steve F, 01/11/2019
updated 07/12/2021
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Premier 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
17 of 23 people found this review helpful
The Chevy Bolt is a great car. In addition to the fact that it runs on electricity which is way less than gas, not to mention the fact that it is a step toward a sustainable future for our environment, it is fast and quick and a blast to drive. A little tip, elect the DC Fast Charge option as that will allow you to use the public Fast Charge stations for quicker charges when you are on the road. Also, the car is union made in the USA.
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As Fast as 1965 Corvette as Quite as a 2018 Caddy
Lee Johnson, 12/10/2018
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Premier 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
16 of 22 people found this review helpful
my first tank of electrons I worried that 235 miles wouldn't be realistic. My wife isn't one to think about economy, but she has been doing the one pedal driving which not the most economical method is better than using the brakes to stop. Something my wife does at the last second. The first 140 miles were internet speeds driving 70 mph. The next hundred miles were the commute of my wife making the 20 mile round trip to her work and me going to the post office. When it rolled past 235 it still 35 miles of estimated range and my wife took it to work. She home and there were 21 miles left. It took two days to charge on the 110 volt charger. I am planning on putting in 15,000 watts of solar panels just to charge the car and maybe power some. I can do that for about $8000 and that would buy me 2,300 gallons. If I had a 20 mile per gallon vehicle that would get me down the road 47,000 miles. I expect the Bolt will easily surpass that number. My 2011 Volt has passed 240,000 miles and still gets 30 miles on a battery charge. We have replaced the wheel bearings on the front twice and the rear one and two of the 12 volt batteries.
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Started itself on fire
Liz Thorne, 03/28/2019
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Premier 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
55 of 91 people found this review helpful
I owned my 2019 from Oct 2018 to March 2019 when the battery caught fire in my driveway. I called the dealer and the first thing they said to me was it was the way I was charging it, chord was not hot or melted nor was the charging port. Customer service said “they’d open a case”. No urgency to find out what the hell happened with the battery and why it just exploded on its own while sitting there. I’m lucky I wasn’t driving the car with my kids in the backseat or that it wasn’t windy that night, it literally would have spread to my house and my neighbors. Still waiting to hear from Chevy, nice service huh? Unfortunate because I did like the car but too dangerous to risk my kids safety and the fact that Chevy could really care less.
Great EV
Susanne clark, 10/15/2019
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Premier 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Coming from a full size pickup truck driver this was an utter surprise on how much I love this car. It's got speed and pick up! You can charge at home or at many different charging locations for free. If you've never looked into electric or driven one you need to do yourself a favor and start your research and test drive the little Bolt. Drive it in L with sport mode on and you'll understand what I mean.
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Great, but ONSTAR is Creepy
Harry Cotter, 01/15/2019
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Premier 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
14 of 27 people found this review helpful
I wanted a practical, long-range EV, which is what this is. I can drive at full speed from San Rafael to Mendocino with 90 miles left over, then charge it at 110V (no port yet at our new place) for 24 hours and drive back with miles to spare. The suspension feels pretty tight, and the car feels solid and safe, but not at all luxurious, even with leather seats. The seat back has a weird shape; it feels as if my shoulders are being pushed forward, so I have an ergonomic cushioned frame I bought to make it work. The visibility and positioning make it feel quite a bit like a mini-SUV. What I find creepy is ONSTAR. Everything I’ve read about it concerns me: its intrusiveness, data collection, and difficulty in disabling it. I have an appt. with the dealer to have their service dept. disconnect the module AT the module. From what I’ve read, disabling it using other methods (pulling the fuse, disconnecting the antenna) will shut down other features, like Bluetooth, etc. What is creepiest is the reports that ONSTAR continues to collect data from your module even if you’ve requested it be shut down. They wouldn’t even tell me where the module is located, and I looked online and couldn’t find that information. I love that they charge people for the privilege of having their private data collected, and who knows what they do with it and how safe it is from hacking, let alone how safe your car itself is from hacking. For instance the collision avoidance feature can steer the car back into its lane, so could a hacker take over your steering? This is another case where technology gets ahead of itself, and is beta tested on you and me, and without our permission.
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Promising car, but not without its flaws
Russell Zen, 02/23/2019
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Premier 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
18 of 41 people found this review helpful
Does this car get amazing number of miles per charge? Yes! Rated at 238 miles officially, some owners have reportedly gotten up past the 300+ miles per charge due to driving habits (screenshots on other sites like Facebook, Reddit, Imgur, etc). This car is one of the most affordable in its class for mid/long-range EV's, but it's not without its flaws. The seats are not comfortable, giving you the sense that you are sitting "on top" of the car instead of "in" the car. Once you test drive it, you'll know what I mean. Many major car reviewer including Edmunds themselves has stated this, Edmunds themselves did a video comparing Bolt EV 2019 to Kona EV 2019. As stated in the Edmunds video comparison, the underside of the Bolt EV is built rather cheaply compared to the Kona EV, but the important part in an EV is the battery, and the TMS (thermal management system) really shines in the Bolt EV; we are talking supreme liquid cooling capability; but then again, so does the Kona EV. All in all, the Bolt EV is a nice car, but the cheap design and negative seat feeling put me off from buying this car right away. I'm waiting for the Kona EV 2019 to stay up a bit longer for more owner feedback to come in later this year before I commit to a longer-range EV than my current 2014 Nissan LEAF.
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Excellent Vehicle
Psilver, 03/11/2020
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Premier 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I love this car! It is such a fun car to drive between the handling and the acceleration. This vehicle's torque and acceleration reminds me of the VW GTI I used to drive a few years ago. I find myself cackling with glee as I spin out the tires and accelerate away from macho trucks and muscle cars. The sport button effect reminds me of the hyper-drive knob on the Millennium Falcon as I push it and shout, "Punch it Chewie!" and get thrown back into my seat. The seats are on the small side, but fit me fine. The heated seats are adequate. The heated steering wheel is AWESOME! Where have you been my whole cold-handed life?! The rear camera mirror takes a bit to get used to, but gives you excellent field of view without worrying about someone's head being in the way if you have passengers riding in the back. The back-up camera is low resolution (something they upgraded to HD for the 2020 models), so it is not super-clear. But the bird-eye view helps you park perfectly and squeeze into tight spaces. The interior feels fine with enough space for four. Plenty of trunk room. I have been seeing ranges between 200 to 300 miles between charges, even with the vehicle bringing out my inner speed-demon. I employ one-pedal driving which is easy to get used to after a few trips with the vehicle. It again reminds me of my GTI days when I would down-shift rather than brake. I hardly ever use the brake on this vehicle. The vehicle has plenty of acceleration and torque to get you out of traffic issues. I am so impressed with GM's first true attempt at an all-electric vehicle. The future looks very bright for this industry and I cannot wait to see what comes down the line.
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Poor reliability and mileage
Bolt_sucks, 01/27/2020
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Premier 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
5 of 13 people found this review helpful
I have had two quality issues (entrainment system and battery) with my 2018 Bolt. The battery issue left me stranded 40 miles from home. The car would just not charge. The mileage has also been extremely disappointing. I regular need 200 miles to get home on the weekends and have rarely been able to do that. In the California winter I usually only get 170 miles.
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Mixed bag
green caribou, 05/21/2021
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV LT 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
In the last 2 weeks I have driven the Ioniq (2017), Leaf (2018), Egolf (2017), and the Bolt (2019)I just test drove a Bolt and I have to say I was not super impressed and don't understand the level of accolades. Beyond range, I thought it was in many ways inferior to all of them, epsecially in driving and interior finish. It is responsive and has good acceleration and power, but doesn't use it well. The Golf, by many measures the most pedestrian performer of any of them, was more refined, comfortable, better finished, and more fun to drive, with better balance and response that felt like it hugged the road with less roll and chatter. The Bolt had a quiet, yet distincive electrical whine I did not hear in any other car. The Bolt has excellent range, but I wouldn't want to drive it that far because the seats were not that comfortable. It was narrow and it actually pressed uncomfortably into my shoulders, and I'm only 5ft 8in and not a big guy. It felt like I was sitting on the seat instead of in the seat. I didn't especially like the instrumetation layout with the fully digital display, and the interior materials had kind of a cheal plastic-y look. If range is most important it is by no means a bad car. But as a commuter it was below my expectations based on my reading.
Excellent EV, Terrible Entertainment System
jz, 06/27/2021
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Premier 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The car drives great: accelerates fast, zippy acceleration, pretty accurate range estimate. DC fast charge works really well. A lot of safety features came with the model I picked, front end collision warning sometimes can be a little overzealous, but overall the safety features are very helpful. The entertainment system was terrible, feature & quality looks like Chevrolet never had such a system before, e.g. When the car is turned on again, it remembers what the volume was set at, but it does not remember whether it was turned off or not. This combined with CarPlay needs a higher volume setting than radio, often results in really loud radio playing when the car is turned on, very annoying. Worst part is the entertainment system would lock up from time to time, mostly upon turning on the car. I had to wait for some time for it to reboot. later googled and found out the two finger solute to get it to reset faster. When it reboots, heater & AC both on, and the fans blast to the max. Electronically, this car felt it was still in the old times, no over the air software update, the app is a joke, entertainment system user interface is awkward.
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A cute zippy little care that is a breeze to own.
Vickar, 01/28/2023
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV LT 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We like the comfort, easy to drive and cute look. I have nothing bad to say other than I really need a hatchback suv to carry my golf clubs. The battery they replaced last year has 8% more range and doesn't catch fire like the old one. I easily get 370 miles in summer on a charge. Winter is more like 250 as the cold decreases the capacity.
Excellent car!
GStobie, 04/23/2019
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Premier 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
4 of 13 people found this review helpful
Educate themselves on electric cars and how to address "range anxiety".
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NO Digital FM radio (HD FM)
Norman L, 11/21/2018
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV LT 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
10 of 85 people found this review helpful
The car is equipped with an ANALOGUE FM radio (A 1933 American technology by Edwin Armstrong) ......... HD radio (Digital FM) is totally missing......... It has a white elephant satellite radio........ 2 USB ports (the only source for Hi fidelity). ...........Front doors 2 way speakers (door woofer & dash tweeters) are OK. .......Rear 1way speaker must be replaced........ Doors alignments are traditional American big 3 (not fully aligned) ..... No 3 minutes automatic arming (my 2005 Camry has it. With the bolt, you always have to arm your car with the remote).......***** Don't rely on the back up camera for back up parking. Always use the 2 side mirrors for single try back-up parking, the camera will confuse you & you will not park your car straight......... The electric engine is Korean made. Luckily it is not GM made. My USA pre- 2000 Saturn has 220,000 miles & is still running (Springfield USA made - not those big 3 junks)........ **** the only attraction is the BATTERY & battery & battery... nothing else)
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For people on a budget it is adequate!
SDCARMAN4U, 07/01/2019
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV LT 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
2 of 36 people found this review helpful
Test drove the vehicle and it is #5 on my list. The seats are way to uncomfortable, also the ride over a bump feels like you are in a golf cart. My suggestion is to drive the E-golf or better yet the Nissan Leaf which both are better driving ev's. Also the technology in the car is less than desirable,. If you are on a budget than this is the right car.
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Snappy Chevy
BD MAC , 01/11/2022
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Premier 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bolt is an excellent value in an electric vehicle: Long range at 232 miles, peppy acceleration, solid tech and a perfect down the road every day driver. Its a fun car to own at a. great value for the price.
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Berated and Abused
Amnesia42, 03/02/2022
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Premier 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
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What a surprise. Chevy’s are usually criticized for underwhelming performance, quality and ride issues. The extra long pipe at GM takes too long to squeeze out relevant tech. But then came the Bolt. My 89 yo father got a used one to replace a 2009 Honda Odyssey. Now he has safety features and tech that will keep him driving a few more years. Side approach warning, lane departure, front radar, an adequate back up monitor. And fun to drive. Like really fun, nimble, quick, and intuitive regen. Here’s the kicker all the batteries are being replaced free of charge. That includes 100K warranty. Very satisfied
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No more gas stations (yay)!
Boomer, 11/02/2022
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV LT 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
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Our first electric car -- it was delightful to drive. Instant acceleration, easy to park (good rear camera), lots of electronic extras that made the ride safer (side cameras) and more enjoyable (heated seats). Only complaints were intermittent connectivity to Apple Car Play, the radio always came on full blast when the car was shut off but before the door was opened, ride in the back seat not ideal for full-sized adults. Other than that, we loved it. Leased the newer model.
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Little Bolt is a Blast!
Denreill, 01/20/2024
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Premier 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
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Purchased used in September 2023, with 23200 miles and a brand spanking new 66KW EV battery. Essentially a brand new vehicle, after battery swap. Premier model with comfort and convenience package, driver safety package, upgraded Bose speakers, 360 backup camera. Live that Apple car play and digital interface, and the 1 pedal driving adds so much regenerated range. I'm getting 290 miles to a charge, even with San Francisco's hilly terrain. Have used DC fast charging only once, and it works as it says. After trading in my little FIAT 500e, my life is so much better, goodbye to range anxiety. I charge once a week, and that it. This car is a blast!
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Great 2nd car
Rckcrk, 07/02/2024
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Premier 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
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It's fun to drive and I've been going 3 days on charge. Seats aren't the most comfortable I've ever seen, but not a big problem..
Damn it's fun to drive!
greggr, 10/12/2024
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV LT 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
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This vehicle replaced a rusty but trusty 2002 Toyota Echo which had 220k. on the odometer. We were looking for a smaller vehicle with good mileage and similar performance characteristics. Bottom line, the price was right. The traction battery was brand-new with a complete warranty. FYI we DID NOT qualify for any rebate money and that was no big deal given a very reasonable sticker price. We really didn't buy into EV (Eco) hype when buying. Affordability was a huge factor. Practical EV range is about 180 miles+/- given climate variances using the battery on an 80-20 charge basis. We use it as a local driver and rarely use our other gas vehicle these days except for longer road trips. The 120v. charger supplied with the vehicle simply isn't a serious piece of equipment. We saved it for back-up and installed a 240v. 40amp. level 2 charger at home. It takes less than 6 hours overnight to charge from 20% to 80% with the larger charger. Our usual nightly charge is 2-3 hours. We've owned the vehicle about 11 months now and have yet to use a public charger, charging exclusively at home on a daily basis. Our monthly electrical bill went up about $35. Our monthly gasoline expense dropped by about $50-60. A warranty visit is an eye opener. They check the brakes, the fluids, rotate the tires, then tell you you're done. On to the really fun part. My wife says "It's a zippy little thing". Acceleration is a "wow" experience. It's great in city traffic but you do have to watch the lead foot! On the highway the cab is a little noisy and due to the high pressure (38psi.) tires the ride is decidedly choppy. On the other hand the interior is very comfortable, there's lots of headroom, and the seating comfort makes up for the choppy feel of the ride. It is comfortable for longer distances. There's a lot of front seat storage area easily accessible. The heating and cooling are more responsive than our gas vehicle. We had to learn to crank the heat then dial it back once it kicked in but it warms nicely. The AC is more responsive than in our gas vehicle. AC and heating do result in only slightly more battery use. Controls are easy to understand but I wished they had used a shifting dial rather than attempting to use an awkward automatic tranny style shifter. All the controls (shift, cruise, wipers, steering column functions) are the exact opposite of our Subaru which is a bit annoying. This little car is a really different experience. If we had to do this all over again we'd do so in a heartbeat. My wife pretty much refuses to drive anything else these days.
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Love this car
Happy retiree, 10/25/2024
updated 04/30/2025
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Premier 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
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Amazing little car. We use almost every day without a single issue other the original battery replacement. Horribly marketed by GM. Ifa replacement was available I would but it today. Probably going to replace with the new Kia EV3 in 2026. As so often GM gets a winer then moves on leaving you high and dry for the next step.
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Bad engineering design decision
Anoop, 11/21/2024
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Premier 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
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There are HV charging harnesses that flow right behind the front driver-side bumper which can get damaged with minor front end collisions. I feel like it should probably be routed more carefully through frame-vias so that it's not so suceptible.
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Great Design for Price, Poor Support
Seattle Alan, 08/09/2022
updated 02/10/2023
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Premier 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
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We love the Bolt, when fully functional. Support by Chevrolet corporate and the dealer have been disappointing. It’s not the famous Li battery problem, which was managed reasonably well. Surprisingly, it innoves comparatively little things: Level-2 plug in issues; flat tire issue; approved hitch and bike rack accessories.
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