Chevrolet (GM) Bolt EV (2nd generation)
Electric compact hatchback · 4W · Launched 2026
USD 25,000 - 30,000 (expected — Bolt returns 2026)
≈ ₹24.00 L (Indian market)
Indicative price · verify with manufacturer
Range
480 km
Battery
65 kWh
Top speed
160 km/h
Charge
7 hr
Power
200 bhp
Seats
5
Available colors
Overview
GM relaunches the Bolt EV on the Ultium platform for 2026 after a 2024 hiatus. LFP chemistry, NACS port standard, sub-USD 25k target restores the Bolt as America's cheapest 200-mile EV. 480 km EPA target. US / Canada launch 2026.
Best for
Budget-conscious US buyers wanting cheapest 200-mile EV with Tesla Supercharger access
Pros & cons
+Pros
- Sub-USD 25k US pricing
- NACS port — Tesla Supercharger access
- LFP chemistry — no fire-recall risk
- GM Ultium platform proven (Equinox EV)
- Bolt nameplate familiarity
−Cons
- Launch 2026 — wait
- FWD only
- Compact hatchback form-factor limits cargo
- GM service network for Bolt rebuilding
Key features
Safety features
Known issues & how ev.care helps
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Pre-launch — final specs TBC
Reported in earlier models — Chevrolet (GM) has released fixes for newer batches.
Real-world range 10-15% below EPA
Reported in earlier models — Chevrolet (GM) has released fixes for newer batches.
LFP performance in cold weather to verify
Reported in earlier models — Chevrolet (GM) has released fixes for newer batches.
Software OTA cadence ramp-up
Reported in earlier models — Chevrolet (GM) has released fixes for newer batches.
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Buying the Chevrolet (GM) Bolt EV (2nd generation) in Canada
- 1Range: the 480 km figure quoted in Canada is on the EPA / NRCan rating. Plan for 25–40% less than rated range through an ON/QC/MB winter — cold is the dominant factor.
- 2Charging: a 65 kWh pack refills overnight on a 240V Level 2 home charger; on the road you'll use NACS and CCS1; home Level 2 is essential given winter charging speeds — this model does 10-80% in 30 min (150 kW DC, NACS port).
- 3Incentives: The federal iZEV rebate was paused in January 2025; a new federal EV Affordability Program (up to C$5,000) relaunched in February 2026. Provincial purchase rebates have shrunk — only Quebec (C$2,000, ending Dec 2026), Manitoba (C$4,000) and PEI (C$4,000) still run one; BC, Nova Scotia and Newfoundland have ended theirs. Verify what's active in your province.
- 4Climate: Winter range loss is the #1 consideration — a heat pump and battery pre-conditioning are worth prioritising in Canada.
- 5Fit: the range cushions Canadian winter derating, so it still works for inter-city drives in the cold months.
The Chevrolet (GM) Bolt EV (2nd generation) for Canada buyers
What this EV means in Canada — range on the EPA standard, local incentives, charging, and the things gas-car switchers ask about most.
Range in Canada
The Chevrolet (GM) Bolt EV (2nd generation) is rated at 480 km on the EPA / NRCan rating. Plan for 25–40% less than rated range through an ON/QC/MB winter — cold is the dominant factor.
Charging
Plan around NACS and CCS1; home Level 2 is essential given winter charging speeds. The 65 kWh pack means a home overnight charge covers most weekly driving, with DC fast charging for longer trips.
Incentives & running costs
The federal iZEV rebate was paused in January 2025; a new federal EV Affordability Program (up to C$5,000) relaunched in February 2026. Provincial purchase rebates have shrunk — only Quebec (C$2,000, ending Dec 2026), Manitoba (C$4,000) and PEI (C$4,000) still run one; BC, Nova Scotia and Newfoundland have ended theirs. Verify what's active in your province.
Climate & real-world range
Winter range loss is the #1 consideration — a heat pump and battery pre-conditioning are worth prioritising in Canada.
Incentive and tax rules change often — figures above are a 2026 guide; confirm current Canada eligibility before purchase.
All specifications
Battery & charging+
| Battery capacity | 65 kWh |
|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 480 km |
| Charge time (0-100%) | 7 hours |
| Fast charge | 10-80% in 30 min (150 kW DC, NACS port) |
| Battery warranty | 8 years / 1,60,000 km |
| Battery repurchase | No |
Performance+
| Top speed | 160 km/h |
|---|---|
| Power | 200 bhp |
| Torque | 360 Nm |
| Motor type | PMSM |
| Drive type | FWD |
Dimensions+
| Kerb weight | 1640 kg |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 175 mm |
| Boot space | 479 litres |
| Seating | 5 seats |
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The Chevrolet (GM) Bolt EV (2nd generation) scores 7.4/10 overall. Best suited for: Budget-conscious US buyers wanting cheapest 200-mile EV with Tesla Supercharger access. Key strength: sub-usd 25k us pricing. Main consideration: launch 2026 — wait.
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