Chevrolet Bolt EV 2LT 2026 vs Ford Focus Electric (EV)

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thumb image Chevrolet Bolt EV 2LT 2026 US$ 29,800
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thumb image Ford Focus Electric (EV) US$ 29,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Chevrolet Ford
Model Bolt EV 2LT 2026 Focus Electric
Vehicle Type Electric Compact Hatchback (EV)
Trims 1LT and 2LT Single electric trim (based on Focus hatchback Titanium equipment)
Release Date October 2025 Originally 2011 (final production 2018)
Status Coming Soon Discontinued (2018)
Made In USA United States (Michigan Assembly Plant)
Body Type Subcompact Hatchback 5-door Hatchback
Vehicle Warranty 3 years / 36,000 miles 3 years / 36,000 miles (basic), 8 years / 100,000 miles (battery)
Colors Summit White, Black, Silver, Blue-Adds premium options like Red, Gray, Two-Tone Roof Available in multiple Ford colors (e.g., White Platinum, Magnetic, Shadow Black, Kona Blue, etc.)

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Single Permanent-Magnet Electric Motor 3-phase permanent-magnet synchronous electric motor
Horsepower 220 hp 143 hp (107 kW)
Torque 266 lb-ft 250 Nm (184 lb-ft)
Acceleration 0-60 mph in 7.0 seconds 11.4 seconds (0–100 km/h)
Top Speed 93 mph 135 km/h (84 mph)
Range 300 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 70 kWh 33.5 kWh
Power Consumption 3.5–4.0 mi/kWh 19–20 kWh/100 km (real-world)
Battery Warranty 8 years / 100,000 miles 8 years / 100,000 miles
Home Charging Speed 11.5 kW (32–40 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 150 kW (vs. 55 kW in pre-2025 Bolt) Up to ~50 kW via CCS Combo
Miles of Range added Per Hour 180–220 miles in 30 mins Level 1 (120V): ~3–4 miles/hr
Charging Time 6–7 hours Level 1 (120V): 18–20 hours
Charging Connector Type North American Charging Standard (NACS) SAE J1772 (AC), CCS Combo (DC)
Home Charging Options Level 1 (120V) portable charger and Level 2 (240V) home station 120V (slow), 240V wallbox (recommended)
Onboard Charger Power 11.5 kW 6.6 kW

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 165 inches 4,358 mm (171.6 in)
Width 70 inches 1,810 mm (71.3 in)
Height 63 inches 1,478 mm (58.2 in)
Wheelbase 104 inches 2,648 mm (104.3 in)
Ground Clearance 5.5 inches 140 mm (5.5 in)
Cargo Space 17.1 cu ft 14 cu ft (~396 L, reduced due to battery placement)
Curb Weight 3,800 lbs 1,700 kg (3,600+ lbs)
No. of Doors 5 (4 side + 1 liftgate) 5
Seating Capacity 5 (2 front, 3 rear) 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 35 feet 11.1 m (36.4 ft)
Gear Box Fixed-ratio (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 No 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 No Not available (basic connectivity only)
Bluetooth Yes Yes
MP3 Player Yes Yes
No. Of Speakers 6-Speaker 9-speaker Sony audio system (premium)

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative Braking System 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 (Dual front, front side, knee, curtain, rear side) 6 (front, side, curtain)
Rear Seat Belt Yes Yes
Auto Parking sensors Optional Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors 8 sensors (front/rear) Not available (basic parking sensors only)
Multiple Cameras Yes Rear camera only
Blind Spot Monitoring No 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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