So what changed? Looks like it uses a different plug. Battery any bigger?

 

Same size battery.

 

255 miles of GM Est. Range
10-80% in 26 minutes (3X Faster Charging)
Native NACS
Built in Kansas City
Launch Edition starting at $29,990
LT Trim coming later at $28,995

 

It's a good compromise between the fat battery strategy and the small battery fast charge strategy. Plus with lfp you can be more comfortable with a higher state of charge more often

 

Wonder if Supercruise is the old version or they updated to be able to use all the new roads? Retrofit to older bolts?

 

SuperCruise option is the full version.

 

Here is the Chevy Bolt page: Site Maintenance

 

Looks like the DIC and Infotainment displays have been revamped a bit. There is a momentary blip of video showing the interior and even though the displays are out of focus I can tell they've reworked them some. It's too early to say if there's any improvement there - one can hope. There is a NACS port as expected, but STILL in the old spot making it very difficult, if not impossible, to properly use V3 stalls. Bolts will continue to sometimes have to use two spots at SuperChargers. Bummer. The range on this new model is nearly identical to the EUV, so it seems almost certain the pack is still a 65kWh unit (albeit it surely has different chemistry to provide the much faster charging). The price is quite interesting - almost the same as it used to be (just below $30k).

SuperCruise MAY be the newer version (all it would take is the better computer needed for that) but it will NEVER be retrofitted to older bolts. Just not the way legacy auto works.

It's hilarious to me that the new Bolt is clearly based on the EUV (it basically IS an updated EUV), yet many of the "happy customer" pics are of the EV... almost like the GM marketing department isn't aware they're different cars.

 

I sure hope they don't use NACS. The video did say 'Simulated Charging Shown' so I'm hoping they aren't switching to NACS. I say that because there are almost no NACS in my state. There's a ton of 1772, and many CCS. I can think of only two Tesla charging places and they are no where near where I drive. If it is NACS, I can't buy one unless it comes with a CCS/1772 adapter free of charge.
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Thanks for the link. Ugh - that interface looks like the Kona I test drove before I chose the Bolt. I'm not impressed.

 

It's the same exact interface found in the Silverado EV Work Truck.

 

The DIC looks just like the Equinox EV’s - no better. Center screen appears to be running Android Automotive. Climate controls taken from Equinox EV, which is an improvement.

The only reason I might be wanting the new Bolt is to get one in YELLOW!

 

I was skeptical because it was just an EUV with a new plastic skin but it looks like it checks some important boxes. I hope they make enough.

Who am I kidding, they will make 10 and then suggest everybody buy the Equinox on the lot.

 

I hate the Equinox. I drove a 2025 EqEV for three weeks as a loaner from the dealer and it was not fun. The stupid Tesla door handles are moronic to the highest degree. They had me come in after I put 2000 miles on it and switched me to a Blazer that has real door handles, so much better!
I've gotten used to Android Auto and the updated control layout. What I don't like is front and rear wiper controls are on the left stalks now, and there are only two speeds of intermittent wipe.

 

I’m glad it’s back, but there is nothing there compelling enough to cause me to trade in my ‘23 EUV Premier.

 

Same here. The previous EUV came in at $27,495, which was $1500 less. The faster charging speed and NACS port is nice, but will someone with a 2023 Bolt think it's worth dropping what will likely be at least an extra ~$10k on top of their trade-in for those meager upgrades? And give up CP and AA, too?

I'm thinking...not. The disappearance of the tax credit is just going to kill the new Bolt's sales to anyone with an old Bolt. Maybe GM is betting on corralling a bunch of first-timers.

And, then, there's the all-new Leaf, too.

 

Would love to compare road trip time vs the older Bolt. Should be a decent road tripper as it has much faster charging.

 

This caught my eye. As we all know, the new Bolt uses an LFP battery. Is charging an LFP battery to 100% really best for the fastest charging speeds, or is something else going on? Do LFP batteries not taper off so much over 80%.

 

The shifter moving to the steering column is a big win, and it really opens up the center console for other uses.

 

opens up the center console

Looks like my knee will continue to hit a plastic part.

 

10-80% in 26 minutes, that’s 15-20 minutes faster than Equinox EV (42-45 minutes) and faster than Tesla Model 3 or Model Y (29-31 minutes). Good job Bolt !

 

I'm sure GM expects the new Bolt to cannibalize Equinox (and possibly Blazer) sales. It will be $5k-$7K cheaper. But they are different cars for different people just like the ICE Trax/Trailblazer don't impact ICE Equinox to badly.
But with much faster charging speeds, if it holds true. Thats going to hurt the Equinox a bit more than I think GM expects.

 

Excited to see them bring it back! It's a great car and the faster charging is probably the biggest drawback of the older generation cars. Recommendation to charge to 100% is another big win especially in winter. Curious to see how LFP range will compare to our older battery chemistry in Minnesota winters. Looks like they did not improve the seats or added a power lift gate - the only two other improvements I was hoping for my Bolt. In any case can't wait for them to arrive - glad Chevy listened to user input.

 

So is it going to be the lithium iron phosphate battery?

 

Unless there was a last minute change since this article dated today. Or the article is wrong.

GM unveils new Chevy Bolt - same package, new battery, low $29k price | Electrek GM unveils new Chevy Bolt - same package, new battery, low $29k price

 

V2X is intriguing for sure. And faster charging is always good. A fully loaded RS with supercruise could be a decent replacement for many more expensive EV's.

 

i wonder what options it will have at 30k?

 

150 kW max charging (2.5C) this means the battery would be around 60 kWh (the same as the actual Bolt EUV). If it’s LFP - then it is about what I predicted some months ago.

 

Was I the only one who wanted the driver to step on the brake pedal during this shot?

 

I wish GM would stop putting a single back-up light right where a trailer hitch receiver would go. I know they probably don't want owners using their Bolt to tow, but it'd be great to have a way to install a bike carry rack without a lot of trouble.

 

Has there been any mention of the new Bolt having a heat pump?

 

Yes, it does. They didn't give us a specific number for winter range, but said it was "improved."

 

Honda needs to come back to GM and rebadge this as the Honda Fit EV. Give us AA/CP and it will sell like hotcakes!

 

That's not too far off.
Where I am in Denver, the demographic here (entitled white transplants) wouldn't be caught dead in a GM-badged car. They ***** about the cost of an EV and when told about a budget Equinox, pretend they didn't hear you and then in the next breath say how they wish they could afford a Prologue EV.

They'll all buy Leafs instead.

 

150kW charging is nice, but not worth a new car. We like our Bolt.

 

Just noticed something... the regen paddle is gone or has been relocated:

 

Just noticed something... the regen paddle is gone or has been relocated:

Sadly, the ROD is history. It's one of my favorite features. It'll take a lot of us a long time to stop reaching for that paddle. My wife is our Bolt driver and I have the Ioniq 5 and, after over 1-1/2 years, I still try to use it to switch off the cruise control.

 

"meh" is all that comes to my mind. my 22 EUV premier will last as long as it lasts, then I'll buy something, anything other than a GM. My current car is fine, don't get me wrong. It's the company itself that has some real idiots calling the shots.

Obligatory "no AA/CarPlay" no sale - i cancelled a Blazer EV order over it, and I'll stand firm.
Faster charging? Cool, but if it's anything like the charging curve of the Equinox, people are still going to be disappointed in some scenarios. (multiple tests showing a MAX rate of 100kw on the Equinox in some situations)
GM making it very clear they view the car as a subscription model going forward. The fact that AA/CarPlay is 100% possible on the hardware (Honda Prologue uses same modules/part numbers just different screens/software) That means someone sat in a meeting and made the conscious decision to remove a feature people love even though it was already there and working just fine.

Really though the nail in the coffin is having to deal with the "MyChevrolet" app for 10+ years at this point. From the Volt, to my Bolt, it's useless, even when you pay for all the bells and whistles. Just flat useless.

My EUV has been great, trouble free, takes me everywhere I want to go. The company behind it? Not so much. Zero confidence going forward, so zero money for them.

 

"meh" is all that comes to my mind. my 22 EUV premier will last as long as it lasts, then I'll buy something, anything other than a GM. My current car is fine, don't get me wrong. It's the company itself that has some real idiots calling the shots.

Obligatory "no AA/CarPlay" no sale - i cancelled a Blazer EV order over it, and I'll stand firm.
Faster charging? Cool, but if it's anything like the charging curve of the Equinox, people are still going to be disappointed in some scenarios. (multiple tests showing a MAX rate of 100kw on the Equinox in some situations)
GM making it very clear they view the car as a subscription model going forward. The fact that AA/CarPlay is 100% possible on the hardware (Honda Prologue uses same modules/part numbers just different screens/software) That means someone sat in a meeting and made the conscious decision to remove a feature people love even though it was already there and working just fine.

Really though the nail in the coffin is having to deal with the "MyChevrolet" app for 10+ years at this point. From the Volt, to my Bolt, it's useless, even when you pay for all the bells and whistles. Just flat useless.

My EUV has been great, trouble free, takes me everywhere I want to go. The company behind it? Not so much. Zero confidence going forward, so zero money for them.

Carplay is overblown and overplayed. You don't need it. You are also getting generous years worth of data with GM, and you don't even need to use it... just pair the the vehicle to your phones hotspot. The MyChevrolet app for years has offered Battery management functionality and remote commands free for YEARs on the Bolt and late model Volts as well.

Charging Curve on many of GM's EVs is heavily dependent on temperatures and they also prioritize cabin comfort so if you want to run your HVAC it will lower charge speeds.
This has improved a LOT in the past year with the Ultium Dip almost completely gone and the curves smoothing out. GM has not been idle. Oh and there is a difference between Peek charge rate and average... No EV holds their Peek charge rate forever, it will eventually taper.
As for the LFP chemistry especially from CATL it should make charging the Bolt here a breeze.

 

Range is a little improved but will be much better on long trips because of the 26 min to 80% charging and improved efficiency with Heat/AC because of the heat pump, kudos Chevy! Will adaptive cruise have lane centering or do you need to option Supercruise for that? I don't see any mention of heated/ventilated seats, heated steering wheel, I hope there will be a comfort package for those. I also don't see any evidence that a Bose premium sound will be offered, that's a bummer.

 

I’m really excited about Android Automotive in the vehicle instead of phone mirroring. Phone mirroring has been so unreliable that I needed to subscribe to OnStar to use Maps+. Android Auto was constantly losing connection in the middle of trips and not reconnecting which was sometimes causing a safety issue when I was trying to navigate.

 

Android Automotive

I read they were calling it Google car or something like that.

There is almost zero technical information given other than range and charge speed.