Chevrolet is reintroducing its most popular electric vehicle (EV) with an even sharper focus on affordability and practicality. The all-new 2027 Chevy Bolt will start at just US$28,995, once again making it the cheapest new EV in the U.S. when it hits showrooms early next year.
Pricing details and more were revealed by General Motors at an event for Bolt owners on Tuesday. According to GM, the Launch Edition RS trim will be built at their Fairfax Assembly Plant in Kansas, priced at US$29,990 including destination fees, before the more affordable LT trim follows a few months later at US$28,995.
Despite its low entry price, the new Bolt delivers up to 255 miles (410 km) of range, a small boost over the outgoing Bolt EUV’s 247-mile EPA figure. More importantly, the 2027 model dramatically improves on one of the previous generation’s biggest weaknesses—charging speed.
With a peak DC fast-charging rate of 150 kW, the new Bolt can charge from 10 to 80 percent in just 26 minutes, nearly three times faster than its predecessor.
Under the skin, the new Bolt finally joins GM’s Ultium platform and features a 65 kWh lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) battery pack—the same chemistry used in many cost-focused EVs, including Tesla’s. The LFP cells are more durable and cheaper to produce, helping Chevrolet achieve the sub-$30,000 price point.
A single front-mounted motor produces 210 horsepower, sending power to the front wheels. While performance figures remain modest, the Bolt’s efficiency and updated architecture make it a practical choice for budget-minded EV buyers.
The new Bolt also adopts Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS) port, allowing owners to plug directly into the Supercharger network without needing an adapter. This move not only expands the car’s fast-charging options across North America but also brings the Bolt in line with GM’s broader transition to the NACS standard across its EV lineup.
Visually, the 2027 Bolt retains the compact proportions of the discontinued Bolt EUV, but with refreshed bumpers, new lighting elements, and a redesigned front fascia featuring a longer overhang. Inside, drivers will find a pair of digital displays—an 11-inch gauge cluster and an 11.3-inch center touchscreen—alongside a wireless phone charger, configurable cupholders, and new ambient lighting.
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The updated Super Cruise system will remain optional, offering hands-free highway driving with automatic lane changes and route following. However, consistent with GM’s latest EV lineup, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto will not be supported, as GM transitions toward its built-in infotainment ecosystem.
The new Bolt is designed to fill a growing void in the EV market—the lack of affordable, practical EVs for everyday drivers. With prices for most new electric cars climbing well above $40,000 and federal incentives no longer available, budget-conscious buyers have been left with few realistic options. The 2027 Bolt addresses that gap by combining mainstream range, much faster charging, and access to Tesla’s Supercharger network via its standard NACS port.
Positioned below the larger and more expensive Equinox EV, it gives Chevrolet a strong foothold in the entry-level EV segment and could help GM revive demand among first-time electric buyers as the broader EV market shows signs of slowing.
Canadian pricing and availability will be announced at a later date.
