BASIC INFO
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| Brand |
Ford |
Chevrolet Bolt EV 1LT 2026 |
| Model |
Compact Crossover EV (budget model – name TBA) |
Chevrolet Bolt EV 1LT 2026 |
| Vehicle Type |
All-electric compact crossover SUV |
Electric |
| Trims |
TBA (likely 2–3 trims for affordability) |
1LT and 2LT |
| Release Date |
Expected late 2026 |
October 2025 |
| Status |
Upcoming / Development stage |
Coming Soon |
| Made In |
USA (possible Mexico/Canada production for affordability) |
USA |
| Body Type |
Compact crossover SUV |
Subcompact Hatchback |
| Vehicle Warranty |
Expected 3 yrs / 36,000 mi basic; 8 yrs / 100,000 mi battery |
3 years / 36,000 miles |
| Colors |
TBA |
Summit White, Black, Silver, Blue |
PERFORMANCE
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| Motor Type |
Single-motor FWD (base) / Dual-motor AWD (higher trims – possible) |
Single Permanent-Magnet Electric Motor |
| Horsepower |
Est. 180–250 hp |
200 hp |
| Torque |
Est. 200–300 lb-ft |
266 lb-ft |
| Acceleration |
6–8 sec (0–60 mph, depending on trim) |
0-60 mph in 6.5 seconds |
| Top Speed |
110 mph (estimated) |
93 mph |
| Range |
250–300 miles (target for affordability) |
250 miles |
| Drivetrain |
FWD (standard), AWD (optional) |
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
BATTERY AND CHARGING
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| Battery Type |
Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP – cost efficient) |
Ultium Lithium-Ion |
| Battery Capacity |
Est. 50–65 kWh |
65 kWh |
| Power Consumption |
Est. 4.0–4.3 mi/kWh |
3.5–4.0 mi/kWh |
| Battery Warranty |
8 yrs / 100,000 mi |
8 years / 100,000 miles |
| Home Charging Speed |
7–11 kW AC |
11.5 kW (32–40 miles/hour) |
| DC Fast Charging Speed |
Up to 150 kW (expected) |
150 kW (vs. 55 kW in pre-2025 Bolt) |
| Miles of Range added Per Hour |
150 mi in 30 min (fast charger) |
180–220 miles in 30 mins |
| Charging Time |
30–40 min (10–80% DC fast charging) / ~8–10 hrs (home charging) |
6–7 hours |
| Charging Connector Type |
NACS (North American Charging Standard, from 2025) |
North American Charging Standard (NACS) |
| Home Charging Options |
Level 1 & Level 2 AC (120V/240V) |
Level 1 (120V) portable charger and Level 2 (240V) home station |
| Onboard Charger Power |
11 kW (expected) |
11.5 kW |
DIMENSION AND WEIGHT
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| Length |
175–180 in |
163 inches |
| Width |
72–75 in |
70 inches |
| Height |
64–66 in |
63 inches |
| Wheelbase |
106–110 in |
102 inches |
| Ground Clearance |
6–7 in |
5.3 inches |
| Cargo Space |
20–25 cu ft (rear seats up) / 45–50 cu ft (folded) |
16.6 cu ft |
| Curb Weight |
3,800–4,200 lbs |
3,600 lbs |
| No. of Doors |
4 |
5 (4 side + 1 liftgate) |
| Seating Capacity |
5 |
5 (2 front, 3 rear) |
WHEEL AND TIRES
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| Wheel Type |
Alloy (standard) |
Steel wheels with covers |
| Wheel Size |
16–18 in (trim dependent) |
16-inch |
| Front Tire |
TBA |
215/50R17 |
| Rear Tire |
TBA |
215/50R17 |
STEERING AND SUSPENSION
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| Steering |
Electric Power Steering |
Electric Power Steering (EPS) |
| Transmission |
Single-speed direct drive |
Single-Speed Automatic |
| Turning Radius |
18 ft (est.) |
34 feet |
| Gear Box |
Automatic (EV single speed) |
Fixed-ratio (direct drive) |
| Front Suspension |
MacPherson strut (likely |
MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension |
Torsion beam (base) / multi-link (AWD trims possible) |
Torsion Beam |
TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES
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| Autopilot |
No (BlueCruise not expected in base model, maybe optional in higher trims) |
No |
| Navigation System |
Yes (integrated, cloud-based) |
Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control |
Available on higher trims |
No |
| Climate Control |
Automatic (single/dual-zone depending on trim) |
No |
| Auxiliary Auto Input |
Yes |
Yes |
| Over The Air Updates |
Yes (cost-saving architecture supports OTA) |
Yes |
| Keyless Start |
Yes |
Yes |
| Keyless Entry |
Yes |
No |
| Heated Steering Wheel |
Optional |
No |
| Panoramic Sunroof |
Yes |
No |
| Apple Car Play |
Yes (wireless) |
Yes |
| Android Auto |
Yes (wireless) |
Yes |
| Touchscreen |
Yes |
10.2-inch |
| WiFi & Hotspot |
Yes |
No |
| Bluetooth |
Yes |
Yes |
| MP3 Player |
Yes |
Yes |
| No. Of Speakers |
6–10 (depending on trim, B&O possible option) |
6-Speakers |
SAFETY FEATURES
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| Braking System |
Regenerative + Hydraulic |
Regenerative Braking System |
| Front Brakes |
Disc |
Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes |
Disc |
Solid Discs |
| 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 |
6–8 |
10 Airbags (Dual front, front side, knee, curtain, rear side) |
| Rear Seat Belt |
Yes |
Yes |
| Auto Parking sensors |
Yes |
No |
| Crash Sensor |
Yes |
Yes |
| Ultrasonic Sensors |
Yes |
No |
| Multiple Cameras |
No (not off-road focused) |
Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitoring |
Yes |
No |
| Multi-Terrain Monitor |
No (not off-road focused) |
No |
| Stability Control |
Yes |
Yes |
| Anti Theft Alarm |
Yes |
Yes |
| Power Mirrors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Rear Cross-Traffic Alert |
Yes |
No |
| Lane Keeping Assist |
Yes |
Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning |
Yes |
Yes |
| Rear Parking Aid |
Yes |
Yes |
