Chevrolet Bolt EV 2LT 2025 vs Ford Focus Electric (EV)

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thumb image Chevrolet Bolt EV 2LT 2025 US$ 30,000
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thumb image Ford Focus Electric (EV) US$ 29,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Chevrolet Ford
Model Bolt EV 2LT 2025 Focus Electric
Vehicle Type Electric Compact Hatchback (EV)
Trims 1LT and 2LT Single electric trim (based on Focus hatchback Titanium equipment)
Release Date March 2025 Originally 2011 (final production 2018)
Status Available Discontinued (2018)
Made In Michigan, USA United States (Michigan Assembly Plant)
Body Type SUV 5-door Hatchback
Vehicle Warranty 3-year/36,000-miles 3 years / 36,000 miles (basic), 8 years / 100,000 miles (battery)
Colors Summit White Cherry Red Black Silver Blue Available in multiple Ford colors (e.g., White Platinum, Magnetic, Shadow Black, Kona Blue, etc.)

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Single permanent-magnet AC (FWD) 3-phase permanent-magnet synchronous electric motor
Horsepower 200 hp 143 hp (107 kW)
Torque 266 lb-ft 250 Nm (184 lb-ft)
Acceleration (0-60 mph) in 6.5 seconds 11.4 seconds (0–100 km/h)
Top Speed 93 mph 135 km/h (84 mph)
Range 259 miles 185 km (115 miles EPA, with 33.5 kWh pack)
Drivetrain Front-wheel drive (FWD) Front-wheel drive (FWD)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Ultium lithium-ion Lithium-ion (liquid-cooled, LG Chem)
Battery Capacity 65 kWh 33.5 kWh
Power Consumption 3.9 mi/kWh 19–20 kWh/100 km (real-world)
Battery Warranty 8 years/100,000 miles 8 years / 100,000 miles
Home Charging Speed 7.7 kW (~32 miles/hour) 6.6 kW onboard charger (adds ~20 miles/hour at Level 2)
Supercharging Speed Not supported (no Tesla Supercharger compatibility)
DC Fast Charging Speed 55 kW (10-80% in ~60 min) Up to ~50 kW via CCS Combo
Miles of Range added Per Hour SAE Combo (CCS) Level 1 (120V): ~3–4 miles/hr
Charging Time 7-8 Hours Level 1 (120V): 18–20 hours
Charging Connector Type SAE J1772 (AC), CCS Combo (DC)
Home Charging Options Level 1 Charging (120-volt), Level 2 Charging (240-volt) 120V (slow), 240V wallbox (recommended)
Onboard Charger Power 11.5 kW 6.6 kW

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 163.2 inches 4,358 mm (171.6 in)
Width 69.5 inches 1,810 mm (71.3 in)
Height 63.4 inches 1,478 mm (58.2 in)
Wheelbase 102.4 inches 2,648 mm (104.3 in)
Ground Clearance 5.3 inches 140 mm (5.5 in)
Cargo Space 16.6 cu-ft (rear seats up), 57 cu-ft (folded) 14 cu ft (~396 L, reduced due to battery placement)
Curb Weight 3,600 lbs 1,700 kg (3,600+ lbs)
No. of Doors 5 Doors 5
Seating Capacity 5 Seater 5

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Alloy wheels Alloy
Wheel Size 17-inch 17-inch
Front Tire 215/50R17 215/55R17
Rear Tire 215/50R17 215/55R17

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric Power Steering (EPS) Electric power-assisted steering
Transmission Single-speed automatic Single-speed automatic (EV reduction gear)
Turning Radius 17.1 ft 11.1 m (36.4 ft)
Gear Box Direct drive Single gear (fixed ratio)
Front Suspension MacPherson strut Independent MacPherson strut
Rear Suspension Torsion beam Independent Control Blade (multi-link) ________________________________________

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot Yes Not available
Navigation System Yes Integrated navigation (with MyFord Touch in later years)
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes Not available (standard cruise only)
Climate Control Yes Dual-zone automatic
Auxiliary Auto Input Yes Yes
Over The Air Updates Yes Not supported
Keyless Start Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Heated Steering Wheel Yes Available in later models
Panoramic Sunroof No Yes
Apple Car Play Yes Supported (after 2016 SYNC 3 update)
Android Auto Yes Supported
Touchscreen 10.2-inch 8-inch SYNC 3 system
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Not available (basic connectivity only)
Bluetooth Yes Yes
MP3 Player Yes Yes
No. Of Speakers 6 Speakers 9-speaker Sony audio system (premium)

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative braking with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) 4-wheel disc with regenerative braking
Front Brakes Ventilated discs Ventilated disc
Rear Brakes Solid discs Solid disc
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Anti Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking Yes Yes
Power Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
No. Of Airbags 10 Airbags 6 (front, side, curtain)
Rear Seat Belt Yes Yes
Auto Parking sensors Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes Not available (basic parking sensors only)
Multiple Cameras Yes Rear camera only
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes Not available
Multi-Terrain Monitor No Not available
Stability Control Yes Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes Heated power mirrors
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Yes Not available
Lane Keeping Assist Yes Not available
Lane Departure Warning Yes Not available
Rear Parking Aid Yes Rear sensors + camera

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