Ford’s new low-cost EV platform vs Chevrolet Bolt (2027)

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thumb image Ford’s new low-cost EV platform US$ 30,000
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thumb image Chevrolet Bolt (2027) US$ 30,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Ford Chevrolet (
Model Universal EV Platform Bolt — 2027
Vehicle Type Electric Pickup Truck (Midsize) Subcompact crossover / 5-door hatchback (EUV-style)
Trims Not Announced (Base, Mid, Premium expected) Not announced — expected multiple trims
Release Date 2026–2027 (Production start ~2026, Launch MY2027) 2027 model year — production began late 2025
Status Upcoming (Under Development) Upcoming / In production ramp-up
Made In Louisville, Kentucky, USA Fairfax Assembly Plant, Kansas City
Body Type Pickup (Crew/Double Cab) 5-door hatchback / small crossover
Vehicle Warranty TBD (Expected Ford Standard EV Warranty) Not published
Colors TBD (Multiple factory color options) ________________________________________ expected multiple Chevrolet standard colors (TBD)

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Single / Dual Electric Motor Options Ultium electric motor(s)
Horsepower 250–400 hp (Estimated) 200–215 hp
Torque TBD (High torque EV typical) Not published — estimated similar to Ultium small-car motors (Estimated / TBD)
Acceleration 0–60 mph in ~4.5s (performance trim est.), ~6–8s (base trims) 0–60 mph roughly ~7–8 s (Estimated)
Top Speed TBD Not published (TBD)
Range 250–350 miles (Estimated) 300 miles (estimated EPA-equivalent; Estimated)
Drivetrain RWD/FWD (base), AWD optional (dual motor) FWD standard; AWD option likely (Expected)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type LFP Prismatic Cells (Structural Integration, CATL partnership) LFP (lithium-iron-phosphate)
Battery Capacity 60–100 kWh (Estimated) 60–75 kWh usable (Estimated / TBD)
Power Consumption TBD Not published (TBD)
Battery Warranty TBD (Likely 8 yrs / 100k miles) Not published (TBD)
Home Charging Speed Level 1 (120V) + Level 2 (240V) supported Level 1 & Level 2 supported
Supercharging Speed N/A (Ford uses DC Fast Charging) NACS port / Tesla Supercharger access
DC Fast Charging Speed 100–200 kW (Estimated) 150 kW peak (Estimated)
Miles of Range added Per Hour 100–200 miles per 30–45 min DC charging (Estimated) Highly dependent on charger/curve — rough estimate: ~150–200+ miles / 30–45 min on peak DC fast
Charging Time 10–80% in ~20–45 min DC (Estimated) Example estimate: 10–80% on ~150 kW in ~20–40 min (Estimated / depends on curve)
Charging Connector Type CCS (US/EU) → Possible shift to NACS later NACS (North American Charging Standard) port (Confirmed)
Home Charging Options 120V L1, 240V L2 wallbox 120V Level 1
Onboard Charger Power TBD Not published (TBD)

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length TBD Not published — similar to previous Bolt EUV footprint (TBD)
Width TBD Not published (TBD)
Height TBD Not published (TBD)
Wheelbase TBD Not published (TBD)
Ground Clearance TBD Not published (TBD)
Cargo Space Pickup bed + front trunk (frunk) (Exact TBD) Not published — likely comparable to Bolt EUV (TBD)
Curb Weight TBD Not published (TBD)
No. of Doors 4 5
Seating Capacity 5 5

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type TBD Alloy (expected refreshed designs) (TBD)
Wheel Size TBD Not published (TBD)
Front Tire TBD Not published (TBD)
Rear Tire TBD Not published (TBD)

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric Power Steering Electric power steering (EPS) (Expected)
Transmission Single-Speed Reduction Gear Single-speed reduction (EV standard) (Expected)
Turning Radius TBD Not published (TBD)
Gear Box Single-speed Single-speed (Expected)
Front Suspension Independent (MacPherson Strut expected) Likely independent (MacPherson strut style) (Estimated)
Rear Suspension Independent / Multi-Link (Expected) Likely multi-link independent (Estimated)

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot Ford BlueCruise (Hands-free Driving Assist) GM driver-assist suite expected
Navigation System Yes (OTA map updates) Factory navigation expected with OTA updates
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes Expected (part of ADAS) (Expected)
Climate Control Yes Automatic climate control expected
Auxiliary Auto Input Yes Bluetooth / USB (physical AUX unlikely) (Expected)
Over The Air Updates Yes Expected (Ultium vehicles support OTA) (Expected)
Keyless Start Yes Expected (TBD)
Keyless Entry Yes Expected (TBD)
Heated Steering Wheel Optional (mid/high trims) Likely available on higher trims (TBD)
Panoramic Sunroof Yes Expected (TBD)
Apple Car Play Yes (Wireless) Expected (wireless/wired)
Android Auto Yes (Wireless) Expected (wireless/wired)
Touchscreen Yes (Size TBD) Expected (TBD)
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Expected (TBD)
Bluetooth Yes Expected (TBD)
MP3 Player Yes Supported via infotainment (TBD)
No. Of Speakers TBD Expected (TBD)

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative + Hydraulic Regenerative braking + hydraulic brakes with ABS (Expected)
Front Brakes Disc Disc (TBD)
Rear Brakes Disc Disc (TBD)
Brake Assist Yes Expected (TBD)
Anti Lock Braking System Yes Expected (TBD)
Automatic Emergency Braking Yes Expected (part of ADAS)
Power Door Lock Yes Expected (TBD)
Child Safety Lock Yes Expected (TBD)
No. Of Airbags TBD (Front, Side, Curtain expected) Not published — expected standard complement (front, side, curtain) (TBD)
Rear Seat Belt 3-point Expected (TBD)
Auto Parking sensors Yes Likely available on many trims (TBD)
Crash Sensor Yes Expected (TBD)
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes Expected (TBD)
Multiple Cameras Rear + 360° (higher trims) Rear camera standard; surround cameras on higher trims (TBD)
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes Expected (TBD)
Multi-Terrain Monitor Yes Expected (TBD)
Stability Control Yes Expected (TBD)
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Expected (TBD)
Power Mirrors Yes Expected (heated/power on higher trims) (TBD)
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Yes Expected (TBD)
Lane Keeping Assist Yes Expected (TBD)Expected (TBD)
Lane Departure Warning Yes Expected (TBD)
Rear Parking Aid Yes Expected (TBD)

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