Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
128 City / 110 HWY
Horsepower
200
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Art W
It is a good car reliable and safe.
I love the features and reliability of my car it gives me to where I need to go and the maintenance is good. It also is good in performance and travelling I love my car it is the best. What a great vehicle. Everyone loves it and I can rely on its capabilities.
accountCircle Gwendolyn G
My car's primary maintenance is software downloads.
It is an all-electric car. I never have to purchase gasoline. I never have to get oil changes or have the transmission checked so it's very low maintenance. It is very spacious. Easily fits five adults. It is quick and fun to drive. The only problem and it is not a big problem anymore, charging the battery. As more places continue to install charging stations, it is becoming less of a factor. Love my car and will never buy a gas vehicle ever again.
accountCircle Elizabeth S
Cost saving driving dream.
The pick up of this car is amazing! I can speed up so easily it makes merging a breeze. I can get about 230 miles to a charge which is great for city and local driving. If I need a fast charge up I can usually find a supercharger available at whole foods and my local library. I love not having to do quarterly maintenance which is huge cost saving.
accountCircle Anonymous A
Comfortable, great for curry driving.
Comfortable for long drives. Went four months before having to put gas (with mostly city driving). Does not get as good gas mileage as ionic when going on long trips but more comfortable than ionic. The model we have does not have heated seats (negative) but does have remote start (positive).
accountCircle Robert C
Breaking dependence on gasoline.
My full electric Bolt is amazing. No maintenance, no oil changes, incredibly fast with no battery anxiety. Federal govt tax rebate is further incentive or perk
accountCircle Ruben R
Nissan the great Altima of 2020.
The best part about my vehicle are the rear view and back view cameras. They are so cool. Also the seats are clean and have a lot of space in the back as well Bluetooth to connect your music so you can enjoy the drive. The gas mileage is also great as it still has amazing thrust after going 1 hour without gas.
accountCircle Eduard R
Bolt ev, the best daily car for regular people that saves money.
No issues at all, the bolt ev is the perfect car for daily use. You can get everything that you expect on an everyday car. Leather seats, heated seats, backup cameras, everywhere you go you see expensive cars with huge price tags and have less than half than the futures that my bolt has.
accountCircle Anushka N
The bolt accelerates very quickly and only requires little effort.
I love the bolt. It is very easy to drive and maneuver and using the brake and accelerator requires barely any effort. It is also a smaller car and easier to drive for those who are just starting out or just got their licenses. It accelerates very quickly and is electric and therefore can be charged at home.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Kit R
The automakers car reviews.
This automobile appears to do well on highway compare to city driving when it comes to gasoline. This automobile appears to have a smooth driving experience. This automobile is also very stylish. This automobile appears to have a good deal of leg room and offers comfortable seating.
accountCircle Scott C
Bolt ev should be better if Chevy really cared.
Entertainment unit is terrible and crashes all the time. Chevrolet cannot seem to get it fixed. Range is great for the price. Seats are a bit uncomfortable. Utility is very good. Interior looks and feels cheap. Was perfect ev for me at time of purchase. But will not buy again. Level 3 charging is a plus.
accountCircle Lydia P
It drives amazing and has great features.
I truly do not have any vehicle problems with my car because I love everything about it and would not trade it for the world. I definitely recommend buying the car I have to anyone that asks what car they should get. It is highly reliable and it is fast and all in all great for me.

Chevrolet Bolt EV Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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LT
200 HP 119 MPG 5 Seats
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Premier
200 HP 119 MPG 5 Seats
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2018 Chevrolet Bolt EV Owner Reviews

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23 Reviews
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5 stars 48%
4 stars 39%
3 stars 9%
2 stars 4%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Andrea F on April 24, 2021
Chevy bolt - great car for energy savings.
Very quick off the line, charges at home up to 50 miles of range (perfect for shorter daily trips). Very comfortable seating package, great sound quality. Not the best rear-window visibility, but has camera for driving assist. Very smooth ride, and great highway driving.
accountCircle Syed R on March 7, 2021
My car is amazing and very comfortable to ride.
It's a very good car and works very well whenever you need it to. There are no problems. It is very reliable. It is also comfortable with great features. It is easy to drive and feels very good when driving. The only problem is that sometimes the gas runs out super quick.

Ranks #14 Hybrid & Electric by Owners

The 2018 Chevrolet Bolt EV has an average owner rating of 4.54 out of 5 which ranks it #14 of 22 other Hybrid & Electrics.

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5
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4.3

Ranks #2 Hybrid & Electric by Fuel Economy

The 2018 Chevrolet Bolt EV has a combined MPG of 128 which ranks it #2 of 22 other Hybrid & Electrics.

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150 MPG
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128 MPG
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128 MPG

Is The 2018 Chevrolet Bolt EV A Good Car?

Yes. Energy efficient, smooth drive, love the cameras. It's roomy enough for a road trip with friends. All the bells and whistles are worth it.
Lauren B.
Oh yes it is very reliable good on gas. It is also very good on the ecosystem. IT is the best vehicle I have ever I mean ever owned.
Kelli S.

How Reliable Is The 2018 Chevrolet Bolt EV?

The Chevrolet Bolt is very reliable, so far I haven't had any problems at all. Being an electric car has some Perks and with charging stations with in close proximity to me and confirms I made the... Read More
Kathleen A.
No but one time I put a banana in the muffler. Then drove it for a week like that. It still drove just like a beauty.
Donna R.

Is The 2018 Chevrolet Bolt EV A Good Value?

Price was around $29,000 with everything. I believe it is a good value, you are decreasing emissions into the air. It's a good feeling to be able to say that I'm contributing even if it's just a small... Read More
Rach C.

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