Review: 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV 2LT

Since its introduction in 2017, substantial global sales have helped make the Bolt EV the industry's first affordable, long-range electric vehicle. And now, as part of the brand's electric vehicle portfolio expansion, Chevrolet has introduced the redesigned 2022 Bolt EV alongside the new, all-electric 2022 Bolt EUV. While sharing architecture with the Bolt EUV, the Bolt EV simultaneously exhibits its own distinct identity with updates that include a more upright front fascia, new front and rear lighting signatures, a new instrument panel, and intuitive interfaces like a 10.2-inch-diagonal infotainment color touchscreen.

The new Bolt EUV and Bolt EV build on our bold and athletic Chevrolet SUV design themes, but are executed in a uniquely electric way. These two designs feature excellent proportions and tech-focused interiors, with more premium materials, which are key to our growing EV portfolio.

Phil Zak, Executive Design Director, Chevrolet

An advanced 65 kilowatt-hour, lithium-ion battery pack and cooling system feature Chevy's proven active thermal management system which helps the Bolt EV reach up to a EPA-estimated 259 miles of range on a full charge. Standard on both Bolt EV and Bolt EUV, Chevy Safety Assist includes advanced safety and driver assistance technologies such as Automatic Emergency Braking, Forward Collision Alert, Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, Following Distance Indicator, IntelliBeam and Front Pedestrian Braking.

The new Bolt EUV is the best of the Bolt EV packaged in an SUV-like vehicle with more technology and features, giving customers more choices and reasons to switch to electric. This is an opportunity for Chevy to capitalize on the success we've built with the Bolt EV and bring new customers into the Chevy family.

Steve Hill, Vice President of Chevrolet

In order to make charging more convenient, Chevrolet offers a new Dual Level Charge Cord which is standard with Bolt EUV and available for Bolt EV. The changeable plug allows customers to plug into a standard 120-volt three-prong outlet for Level 1 charging and a 240-volt outlet for Level 2 charging up to 7.2 kilowatts. By using the Energy feature within the myChevrolet app, which provides location access to more than 80,000 chargers in North America, owners can manage their routes more efficiently, receive real-time alerts regarding range, and pay for public charging. GM also provides customers with expanded access to on-the-go public charging via a collaboration with EVgo, the nation's largest public fast-charging network, to triple the number of fast chargers, with the addition of more than 2,700 chargers around the country by the end of 2025. Together with the Bolt EUV, the 2022 Bolt EV is part of General Motors' plan to launch 30 new EVs globally by 2025.

We want to put everyone in an EV and the new Bolt EUV and redesigned Bolt EV are crucial to doing so. Together, they enable mainstream customers to be part of our vison of zero crashes, zero emissions and zero congestion.

Mark Reuss, GM President

In the News

Source: The 2022 Bolt EUV is the first Chevrolet offered with Super Cruise, the industry's first true hands-free driver assistance technology for enabled roads. It can be used on more than 200,000 miles (320,000 km) of enabled roads in the U.S. and Canada. Super Cruise employs many advanced technology features, including a Driver Attention System and precision LiDAR map data. The Driver Attention System uses a small camera located on the top of the steering column and works with infrared lights to determine where the driver is looking whenever Super Cruise is in operation. If the Driver Attention System detects the driver's gaze has turned away from the road ahead for too long, the steering wheel light bar will prompt the driver to return their attention to the road. If the system determines continued inattentiveness, it will use visible and audible alerts to notify the driver to take back control of the wheel. Super Cruise is available on Bolt EUV Premier.

Chevy Safety Assist is standard on both Bolt EUV and Bolt EV and includes safety and advanced driver assistance technologies, such as Automatic Emergency Braking, Forward Collision Alert, Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, Following Distance Indicator, IntelliBeam and Front Pedestrian Braking. Available driver assistance technologies for both vehicles include Rear Cross Traffic Alert5, HD Surround Vision and Adaptive Cruise Control. HD Rear Vision Camera5 is standard on both Bolt EUV and Bolt EV. Additional connectivity technologies offered in the Bolt EUV and Bolt EV include new wireless Apple CarPlay6 and Android Auto7 phone projection capability, as well as wireless phone charging8 that is standard on Bolt EUV and available on Bolt EV, and an available 4G LTE Wi-Fi® Hotspot. Also, new In-Vehicle Apps10 allow users to browse a list of available apps such as Alexa, Spotify, The Weather Channel and many more, and install them on the infotainment system. With Alexa, drivers can use simple voice commands, while keeping their eyes on the road and their hands on the wheel. Alexa can play music, get directions, place calls, listen to audiobooks, control your smart home13, access tens of thousands of Alexa skills and more—just ask, and Alexa will respond.

Specifications

Engine: 200 horsepower 150 kW Electric
Torque: 260 pound-feet
Transmission: Automatic
Wheels: 17" Machine-Face Aluminum
Sound: Bose 7-Speaker Audio Syste
Color: Dark Ash Metallic
Fuel: 131/109/120 (MPGe city/highway/combined)
MSRP (starts): $31,500
MSRP (shown): $36,165

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About Chevrolet

Founded in 1911 in Detroit, Chevrolet is now one of the world's largest car brands, available in 75 countries with nearly 4 million cars and trucks sold in 2019. Chevrolet models include electric and fuel-efficient vehicles that feature engaging performance, design that makes the heart beat, passive and active safety features and easy-to-use technology, all at a value. More information on Chevrolet models can be found at www.chevrolet.ca.