Chevrolet Brings Back the Bolt, and It Is Better Than Ever

In 2017, Chevrolet launched the Bolt, its first long-range, mass-produced EV. It was small, but practical, and quite affordable for an EV. They then went on to develop several other EVs with more advanced technology and eventually discontinued the Bolt in 2023. Twin Falls Chevrolet is pleased to announce the return of the Bolt for the 2027 model year, and it is better than ever.  

“The Chevrolet Bolt was the industry’s first affordable mass-market, long-range EV, and it commanded one of GM’s most loyal customer bases thanks to its price, versatility, and practicality,” said Scott Bell, Vice President, Global Chevrolet. “After production ended, we heard our customers’ feedback and their love for this product. So, the Bolt is coming back—by popular demand and better than ever—for a limited time. This is a celebration of what Bolt means to our customers and to Chevrolet. It’s your chance to own a popular EV that’s affordable. So, if you’ve been waiting, this is the moment. Don’t miss it,” Bell said. 

This compact vehicle excels at the daily transportation tasks for which EVs are best suited. The best setup is to charge at home and let the Bolt handle your everyday driving with quiet efficiency and zero emissions, then recharge again at home. That’s how most EV drivers use their vehicles. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, 80% of them charge at home, and the average American drives about 42 miles a day. Even if your daily drive is somehow over four times that, the 2027 Bolt can easily cover it with miles to spare, thanks to a GM-estimated range of 255 miles from the 65 kWh battery. In this situation, range and charge times are not a concern. 

And if it seems like you would just be trading gas bills for higher electricity bills, consider that EVs are about 87 – 91% efficient as opposed to the 20-30% efficiency of gas-powered vehicles, with most of the energy lost as heat, with some additional mechanical loss. Based on the average electricity rates and gas prices in Twin Falls, the Bolt costs approximately $1.05 to drive 25 miles, while a similarly-sized Trax will cost $2.60. 

While it may resemble the last Bolt, every panel is new, resulting in a cleaner overall look. The interior is significantly more appealing, featuring an open console and increased passenger storage. An 11-inch digital driver’s display anchors the dash, and an 11.5-inch center touchscreen powered by the Google Built-in operating system. The system features an intuitive menu layout, onboard Google Maps navigation, and access to a wide variety of apps in the Google Play Store, including games and streaming services like HBO Max, which you can use when the car is not in motion. Speaking of charging, there are multiple USB-C charge ports, and wireless phone charging is available. 

The motor is rated at 210 horsepower and 169 lb-ft of torque, available at any engine speed. In town, the driver can use one-pedal driving, where lifting off the accelerator activates brake regeneration that can also engage the friction brakes to bring the car to a complete stop. Alternatively, the regeneration level can be adjusted if desired. For more abrupt stops, the braking system maintains a consistent pedal feel during both regenerative and friction braking. 

While we described the car as perfect for commuting and daily driving, it is fully capable of taking you on road trips. The estimated range of 255 miles exceeds the 238 miles of the previous model, but more importantly, the peak charging speed of 150kW is over two and a half times faster than the last Bolt. This means that with a DC fast charger, the Bolt can go from 10% to 80% in approximately 26 minutes, during which you can enjoy games or streaming services downloaded from the Google Play Store. The vehicle now features an automatic preconditioning system that sets your battery to the optimal temperature for DC fast charging.  

The 2027 Bolt is the first Chevrolet EV to feature a NACS charge port, enabling you to access fast and reliable Tesla charging stations for your trip.