Volkswagen ID.2 vs Chevrolet Bolt (2027)

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thumb image Volkswagen ID.2 US$ 30,000
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thumb image Chevrolet Bolt (2027) US$ 30,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Volkswagen Chevrolet (
Model ID.2 Bolt — 2027
Vehicle Type Electric Hatchback Subcompact crossover / 5-door hatchback (EUV-style)
Trims ID.2, ID.2all (concept preview) Not announced — expected multiple trims
Release Date Expected 2025 (Europe first) 2027 model year — production began late 2025
Status Upcoming / Pre-production Upcoming / In production ramp-up
Made In Germany / Spain (planned for European markets) Fairfax Assembly Plant, Kansas City
Body Type 5-door Hatchback 5-door hatchback / small crossover
Vehicle Warranty 4 years / 50,000 miles (expected, Europe) Not published
Colors Multiple (White, Black, Blue, Red, Silver – official options TBD) expected multiple Chevrolet standard colors (TBD)

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Single electric motor (FWD) Ultium electric motor(s)
Horsepower 223 hp (166 kW) 200–215 hp
Torque 310 Nm Not published — estimated similar to Ultium small-car motors (Estimated / TBD)
Acceleration 0–100 km/h in ~7 seconds 0–60 mph roughly ~7–8 s (Estimated)
Top Speed 160 km/h (limited) Not published (TBD)
Range 280–300 miles (WLTP, ~450–480 km) 300 miles (estimated EPA-equivalent; Estimated)
Drivetrain Front-Wheel Drive FWD standard; AWD option likely (Expected)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion LFP (lithium-iron-phosphate)
Battery Capacity 56–58 kWh (usable) 60–75 kWh usable (Estimated / TBD)
Power Consumption 15–16 kWh/100 km Not published (TBD)
Battery Warranty 8 years / 100,000 miles (expected) Not published (TBD)
Home Charging Speed 11 kW AC (0–100% in ~6 hours) Level 1 & Level 2 supported
Supercharging Speed Supports fast charging NACS port / Tesla Supercharger access
DC Fast Charging Speed Up to 125 kW 150 kW peak (Estimated)
Miles of Range added Per Hour 150 miles in 20 minutes (fast charge) Highly dependent on charger/curve — rough estimate: ~150–200+ miles / 30–45 min on peak DC fast
Charging Time 10–80% in ~20 minutes (DC) Example estimate: 10–80% on ~150 kW in ~20–40 min (Estimated / depends on curve)
Charging Connector Type CCS2 (Europe) NACS (North American Charging Standard) port (Confirmed)
Home Charging Options Wallbox / Standard socket (slower) 120V Level 1
Onboard Charger Power 11 kW Not published (TBD)

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 4,050 mm Not published — similar to previous Bolt EUV footprint (TBD)
Width 1,812 mm Not published (TBD)
Height 1,530 mm Not published (TBD)
Wheelbase 2,600 mm Not published (TBD)
Ground Clearance 150 mm Not published (TBD)
Cargo Space 490L (expandable to ~1,330L with seats folded) Not published — likely comparable to Bolt EUV (TBD)
Curb Weight 1,600 kg (estimated) Not published (TBD)
No. of Doors 5 5
Seating Capacity 5 5

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Alloy Alloy (expected refreshed designs) (TBD)
Wheel Size 18–20 inches (depending on trim) Not published (TBD)
Front Tire 215/55 R18 Not published (TBD)
Rear Tire 215/55 R18 Not published (TBD)

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric Power Steering (EPS) Electric power steering (EPS) (Expected)
Transmission Single-speed automatic Single-speed reduction (EV standard) (Expected)
Turning Radius 10.5 m Not published (TBD)
Gear Box Direct drive Single-speed (Expected)
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut Likely independent (MacPherson strut style) (Estimated)
Rear Suspension Torsion Beam / Multi-link (trim-based) Likely multi-link independent (Estimated)

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot Not full, but includes advanced ADAS GM driver-assist suite expected
Navigation System Yes, built-in with OTA 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 Likely available on higher trims (TBD)
Panoramic Sunroof Optional Expected (TBD)
Apple Car Play Optional Expected (wireless/wired)
Android Auto Optional Expected (wireless/wired)
Touchscreen 12.9-inch central display Expected (TBD)
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Expected (TBD)
Bluetooth Yes Expected (TBD)
MP3 Player Yes Supported via infotainment (TBD)
No. Of Speakers 6–8 (depending on trim) 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 6+ Not published — expected standard complement (front, side, curtain) (TBD)
Rear Seat Belt Yes Expected (TBD)
Auto Parking sensors Yes Likely available on many trims (TBD)
Crash Sensor Yes Expected (TBD)
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes Expected (TBD)
Multiple Cameras Yes (360° optional) Rear camera standard; surround cameras on higher trims (TBD)
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes Expected (TBD)
Multi-Terrain Monitor No (urban car focus) 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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