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

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

BASIC INFO

Brand Ford Chevrolet
Model Focus Electric Bolt EUV LT 2026
Vehicle Type Compact Hatchback (EV) Electric
Trims Single electric trim (based on Focus hatchback Titanium equipment) LT, Premier, Redline Edition, and Launch Edition
Release Date Originally 2011 (final production 2018) August 2025
Status Discontinued (2018) Coming Soon
Made In United States (Michigan Assembly Plant) Orion Assembly Plant, Michigan, USA
Body Type 5-door Hatchback SUV
Vehicle Warranty 3 years / 36,000 miles (basic), 8 years / 100,000 miles (battery) 3 years / 36,000 miles
Colors Available in multiple Ford colors (e.g., White Platinum, Magnetic, Shadow Black, Kona Blue, etc.) Ice Blue Metallic, Summit White, Black, Silver Flare, Bright Blue Metallic,Black with red accents, exclusive wheels, Possible unique color (e.g., "Electric Blue" or "Steel Matte Gray")

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type 3-phase permanent-magnet synchronous electric motor Single permanent-magnet motor
Horsepower 143 hp (107 kW) 200 hp
Torque 250 Nm (184 lb-ft) 266 lb-ft
Acceleration 11.4 seconds (0–100 km/h) 0-60 mph in 6.5 seconds
Top Speed 135 km/h (84 mph) 92 mph
Range 185 km (115 miles EPA, with 33.5 kWh pack) 247–259 miles
Drivetrain Front-wheel drive (FWD) Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion (liquid-cooled, LG Chem) Lithium-Ion (NCMA chemistry, similar to Ultium tech)
Battery Capacity 33.5 kWh 65 kWh
Power Consumption 19–20 kWh/100 km (real-world) 28 kWh/100 miles
Battery Warranty 8 years / 100,000 miles 8 years / 100,000 miles
Home Charging Speed 6.6 kW onboard charger (adds ~20 miles/hour at Level 2) 7.7 kW max
DC Fast Charging Speed Up to ~50 kW via CCS Combo 55 kW max
Miles of Range added Per Hour Level 1 (120V): ~3–4 miles/hr 120V (Level 1, 12A), 4 miles/hour: 240V (Level 2, 32A), 25 miles/hour: 240V (Level 2, 48A) 37 miles/hour
Charging Time Level 1 (120V): 18–20 hours 9.5 hours
Charging Connector Type SAE J1772 (AC), CCS Combo (DC) J1772 (Level 1/2) + CCS1, NACS (Tesla port) for Level 2/DC Fast Charging
Home Charging Options 120V (slow), 240V wallbox (recommended) LT/Redline: 120V portable cord (Level 1): Premier/Launch: Dual-voltage cord (120V/240V, 7.7 kW): GM Ultium Home Charger (up to 11.5 kW, requires 60A circuit).
Onboard Charger Power 6.6 kW LT/Redline, 7.7 kW (32A): Premier/Launch, 11.5 kW (48A, optional)

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 4,358 mm (171.6 in) 169.5 inches (4.3 m)
Width 1,810 mm (71.3 in) 69.7 inches (1.77 m)
Height 1,478 mm (58.2 in) 63.6 inches (1.62 m)
Wheelbase 2,648 mm (104.3 in) 105.3 inches (2.67 m)
Ground Clearance 140 mm (5.5 in) 5.3 inches (13.5 cm)
Cargo Space 14 cu ft (~396 L, reduced due to battery placement) 16.3 cu ft
Curb Weight 1,700 kg (3,600+ lbs) 3,589 lbs (1,628 kg)
No. of Doors 5 5 Doors
Seating Capacity 5 5 (2 front + 3 rear)

WHEEL AND TIRES

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

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric power-assisted steering Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion
Transmission Single-speed automatic (EV reduction gear) Single-speed automatic
Turning Radius 11.1 m (36.4 ft) 17.4 ft (5.3 m)
Gear Box Single gear (fixed ratio) Direct-drive
Front Suspension Independent MacPherson strut MacPherson strut
Rear Suspension Independent Control Blade (multi-link) ________________________________________ Torsion beam

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

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

SAFETY FEATURES

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

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