Ford Fiesta EV vs Chevrolet Bolt EV 1LT 2026

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thumb image Ford Fiesta EV US$ 25,000
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thumb image Chevrolet Bolt EV 1LT 2026 US$ 26,500

BASIC INFO

Brand Ford Chevrolet Bolt EV 1LT 2026
Model Fiesta EV Chevrolet Bolt EV 1LT 2026
Vehicle Type Battery Electric Vehicle (compact hatchback) Electric
Trims Active / ST-Line / Titanium (estimated trim naming) 1LT and 2LT
Release Date Conceptually targeted ~2025–2026 (speculative) October 2025
Status Concept / anticipated (not officially released) Coming Soon
Made In Europe (possible assembly in EU — speculative) USA
Body Type 5-door hatchback Subcompact Hatchback
Vehicle Warranty 3 years / 60,000 miles (manufacturer) (estimated) 3 years / 36,000 miles
Colors Standard palette (Polar White, Magnetic Grey, Deep Blue, Sunset Red, etc.) (estimated) Summit White, Black, Silver, Blue

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Permanent-magnet synchronous motor (front-drive) Single Permanent-Magnet Electric Motor
Horsepower 100 kW (~136 hp) (estimated) 200 hp
Torque 220 Nm (162 lb-ft) (estimated) 266 lb-ft
Acceleration 8.5–9.5 seconds (estimated) 0-60 mph in 6.5 seconds
Top Speed 160 km/h (100 mph) (estimated) 93 mph
Range 300–360 km (~186–224 miles) with a ~45–55 kWh usable battery (estimated) 250 miles
Drivetrain Front-wheel drive (FWD) Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion pouch / prismatic (liquid-cooled) (estimated Ultium Lithium-Ion
Battery Capacity 45 kWh (base) — optional 55 kWh pack (estimated) 65 kWh
Power Consumption 15–18 kWh/100 km (WLTP combined estimate) 3.5–4.0 mi/kWh
Battery Warranty 8 years / 100,000 miles (typical OEM coverage) (estimated) 8 years / 100,000 miles
Home Charging Speed AC charging up to 11 kW (single-phase/three-phase depending on market) (estimated) 11.5 kW (32–40 miles/hour)
DC Fast Charging Speed Up to 100 kW peak (estimated — likely 50–125 kW capability depending on pack) 150 kW (vs. 55 kW in pre-2025 Bolt)
Miles of Range added Per Hour Level 1 (120 V): ~3–6 miles/hr 180–220 miles in 30 mins
Charging Time Level 1 (120 V): 20–40 hours (very slow) 6–7 hours
Charging Connector Type Europe: Type 2 (AC) / CCS Combo 2 (DC) North American Charging Standard (NACS)
Home Charging Options 120 V (slow), 240 V wallbox (7–11 kW recommended) Level 1 (120V) portable charger and Level 2 (240V) home station
Onboard Charger Power 7–11 kW (estimated) 11.5 kW

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 4,050 mm (4.05 m) — similar to modern small-hatch proportions (estimated) 163 inches
Width 1,760 mm (without mirrors) (estimated) 70 inches
Height 1,450 mm (estimated) 63 inches
Wheelbase 2,490–2,550 mm (estimated) 102 inches
Ground Clearance 140 mm (estimated) 5.3 inches
Cargo Space 300–350 L (rear seats up) (estimated) 16.6 cu ft
Curb Weight 1,350–1,550 kg (depending on battery size) (estimated) 3,600 lbs
No. of Doors 5 5 (4 side + 1 liftgate)
Seating Capacity 5 5 (2 front, 3 rear)

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Alloy (aero-optimised design available) Steel wheels with covers
Wheel Size 16" (base) / 17" (sport trim) / 18" (optional) (estimated) 16-inch
Front Tire 195/55 R16 (typical small-EV sizing) (estimated) 215/50R17
Rear Tire 195/55 R16 (or matching 17/18 sizes on higher trims) 215/50R17

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric power-assisted steering (EPAS) Electric Power Steering (EPS)
Transmission Single-speed reduction gear (EV) Single-Speed Automatic
Turning Radius 10.2–10.8 m (estimated) 34 feet
Gear Box Single fixed-ratio drive (1 forward gear) Fixed-ratio (direct drive)
Front Suspension MacPherson strut (estimated) MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Torsion beam or compact multi-link depending on market (likely torsion beam to save space/cost) — estimated Torsion Beam

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot Full self-driving not expected No
Navigation System Integrated navigation with live routing (likely via SYNC+ / Ford software) Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control Available (standard or optional depending on trim) No
Climate Control Automatic climate control (single or dual zone depending on trim) No
Auxiliary Auto Input Bluetooth / USB / wireless smartphone integration Yes
Over The Air Updates Expected (software/infotainment & some ECU updates) (estimated) Yes
Keyless Start Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes No
Heated Steering Wheel Yes No
Panoramic Sunroof Optional (depending on trim No
Apple Car Play Wireless or wired (likely) Yes
Android Auto Wireless or wired (likely) Yes
Touchscreen 10" (or 8") central touchscreen (estimated) 10.2-inch
WiFi & Hotspot Yes No
Bluetooth Yes Yes
MP3 Player Via infotainment/USB Yes
No. Of Speakers 4–8 (base to premium / estimated) 6-Speakers

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative braking + 4-wheel disc brakes Regenerative Braking System
Front Brakes Ventilated discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brakes Discs (solid) 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 6–7 (front, side, curtain; driver knee optional) (estimated) 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 Yes Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes No
Multi-Terrain Monitor Yes No
Stability Control Electronic Stability Control (ESC) standard Yes
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes Yes
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Available (likely on mid/upper trims) No
Lane Keeping Assist Available (estimated) Yes
Lane Departure Warning Available (estimated) Yes
Rear Parking Aid Rear sensors + camera standard Yes

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