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Chevrolet Bolt EV: information, price and comparisons

The Chevrolet Bolt is an affordable electric hatchback. The original Bolt EV ran from 2017 to 2023, joined by the larger Bolt EUV for 2022 and 2023. A new-generation Bolt returned for the 2027 model year at CA$39,999 for the LT and CA$42,599 for the RS, with a 65 kWh LFP battery, 210 hp and up to 422 km of GM-estimated range. It's Chevrolet's first model with a native NACS (Tesla-style) charging port, and it qualifies for the federal EV Affordability Program. GM plans to end production around mid-2027, so 2027 is expected to be the new Bolt's only model year.

Chevrolet Bolt EV : An overview

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Key facts about the Bolt in Canada

Current model2027 Bolt (LT and RS)
PriceCA$39,999 to CA$42,599 MSRP
MotorSingle front motor, 210 hp
Battery65 kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP)
RangeUp to 422 km (GM estimate)
DC fast chargingUp to 150 kW; native NACS port
Federal rebateOn the EV Affordability Program list
Built inFairfax Assembly, Kansas City, Kansas

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2027 Bolt trims and prices

TrimMSRPAll-in priceHighlights
LTCA$39,999CA$43,470210 hp, 65 kWh battery, NACS port
RSCA$42,599CA$46,235Atomic Yellow paint, gloss-black wheels, roof rails, red stitching

All-in prices are GM Authority's figures including freight, A/C tax and dealer fees. GM Canada calls the Bolt Canada's lowest cash purchase price for an EV with over 400 km of estimated range. Canadian deliveries began in early 2026.

Battery, range and charging

The new Bolt replaces the original's nickel-based battery with a 65 kWh LFP pack. GM estimates up to 422 km of range; NRCan's official range rating hasn't been confirmed. DC fast charging peaks at 150 kW, about two and a half times the old Bolt's 50 kW, and a 10 to 80% charge takes about 26 minutes. The native NACS port works at Tesla Superchargers without an adapter. With GM Energy home equipment, the Bolt can send up to 9.6 kW to power a home.

Item2027 Bolt2017 to 2023 Bolt EV
Battery chemistryLFPNickel-based
Peak DC charging150 kW50 kW
Charge portNACSCCS

Federal EV rebate

Transport Canada lists the 2027 Bolt LT and RS under the EV Affordability Program. The rebate is up to CA$5,000 in 2026 and drops to CA$4,000 on January 1, 2027. Because the Bolt is imported, its final transaction value must be CA$50,000 or less; freight and PDI don't count, but options and dealer fees do. Both trims start well under that cap.

Which Bolt should you buy?

Your goalBest choiceWhyMatching listings
Lowest new EV price 2027 Bolt LT CA$39,999 before the federal rebate, with over 400 km of estimated range View new Bolt listings
Style 2027 Bolt RS Distinct paint, black wheels and roof rails for CA$2,600 more View new Bolt listings
Lowest price overall Used 2017 to 2023 Bolt EV or EUV Much cheaper; prefer a car that received new battery modules under the recall View used Bolt listings

Buying a used Bolt EV or EUV

Confirm the battery recall

2017 to 2022 Bolt EVs and 2022 Bolt EUVs are covered by battery fire recalls. Ask the dealer to confirm the recall is complete and whether the car received new battery modules or only GM's later diagnostic software. Owners who got replacement batteries received a new 8-year/160,000 km battery warranty; in June 2023, GM stopped offering that new warranty to owners who received the software fix instead.

Charging speed

The original Bolt charges at up to 50 kW on a CCS port, so road trips take longer than in the 2027 model.

Warranty

The 2027 Bolt's battery is covered for 8 years or 160,000 km. GM Canada's basic warranty is 3 years or 60,000 km, and powertrain coverage is 5 years or 100,000 km.

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Bolt battery recalls

RecallModelsIssue and remedy
2021-5242020 to 2022 Bolt EV, 2022 Bolt EUVBattery cells with a torn anode tab and folded separator could cause a fire; defective modules replaced
2021-4492017 to 2019 Bolt EVBattery could overheat above a 90% charge; defective modules replaced. Until repaired, owners were told to limit charging to 90%, park outside after charging and not charge indoors overnight

Transport Canada lists no recalls for the 2027 Bolt as of October 2026. Check any vehicle by VIN at recalls-rappels.canada.ca.

Bolt alternatives

AlternativeStarting priceBetter if you...
Kia EV3CA$36,995 (2027 Light FWD)want a lower price and a small SUV body
Kia EV4CA$38,995 (2026 Light)want an electric sedan with more available range
Tesla Model 3CA$39,490 (RWD)want a sedan with more range (463 km)
Hyundai Kona ElectricCA$43,999 (2027 Preferred)want a small electric SUV with 420 km of range
Chevrolet Equinox EVCA$46,199 (2026)want a bigger Chevrolet EV with available AWD

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FAQs About Chevrolet Bolt EV

How much is the 2027 Chevrolet Bolt in Canada?

CA$39,999 for the LT and CA$42,599 for the RS, before freight, fees and taxes.

Does the 2027 Bolt qualify for the federal EV rebate?

Yes. It's on Transport Canada's EV Affordability Program list: up to CA$5,000 in 2026 and CA$4,000 from January 1, 2027, if the final transaction value is CA$50,000 or less.

What is the range of the 2027 Bolt?

Up to 422 km, according to GM's estimate.

How fast does the 2027 Bolt charge?

Up to 150 kW on a DC fast charger, or about 26 minutes from 10 to 80%.

Can the Bolt use Tesla Superchargers?

Yes. The 2027 Bolt has a native NACS port, so it plugs in without an adapter.

What battery does the new Bolt use?

A 65 kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery.

Is the Bolt being discontinued again?

GM plans to end production around mid-2027, so the 2027 is expected to be the new Bolt's only model year.

Where is the 2027 Bolt built?

At GM's Fairfax Assembly plant in Kansas City, Kansas.

What's the difference between the Bolt EV and Bolt EUV?

The EUV, sold for 2022 and 2023, was a larger crossover-style version of the Bolt EV.

Is a used Bolt EV safe to buy?

Confirm the battery recall work is done, ideally with replacement modules, which came with a new 8-year/160,000 km battery warranty.

How much horsepower does the 2027 Bolt have?

210 hp from a single front motor.

What warranty covers the Bolt's battery?

8 years or 160,000 km on the 2027 Bolt's battery.

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