These are standard specifications for the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Hybrid System
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Front Wheel |
| Production Years for Series : | 2017 - |
| Weight : | 3580 lbs | 1623.861 kg |
Performance
| Top Speed : | 91 mph | 146.419 km/h |
Engine & Transmission
| Electric Motor | |
|---|---|
| Type : | Permanent Magnet Motor |
| : | Permanent magnetic drive motor |
| Power Output : | 200.00 HP |
| Torque : | 266.00 Ft-Lbs |
| Battery | |
| Type : | Lithium Ion |
| Power : | 66.00 kw |
| : | Lithium-ion |
Dimension(s)
Hatchback Sedan
| Cargo Volume : | 17 cu. ft. |
| Passenger Volume : | 52.2 cu. ft. |
| Seating Capacity : | 5 |
| Doors : | 4 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 164.0 in | 4166 mm. |
| Width : | 69.5 in | 1765 mm. |
| Height : | 62.8 in | 1595 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 102.4 in | 2601 mm. |
| Front Track : | 59.0 in | 1499 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 59.1 in | 1501 mm. |
| Front Overhang : | 32.9 in | 836 mm. |
| Rear Overhang : | 28.7 in | 729 mm. |
| Interior | |
| Front Headroom : | 39.7 in | 1008 mm. |
| Rear Headroom : | 37.9 in | 963 mm. |
| Front Legroom : | 41.6 in | 1057 mm. |
| Rear Legroom : | 36.5 in | 927 mm. |
| Front Hip Room : | 51.6 in | 1311 mm. |
| Rear Hip Room : | 50.8 in | 1291 mm. |
| Front Shoulder Room : | 54.6 in | 1387 mm. |
| Rear Shoulder Room : | 52.8 in | 1341 mm. |
Handling
| Suspension | |
|---|---|
| Front : Independent MacPherson strut-type with direct-acting solid stabilizer bar Rear : Compound crank (torsion beam) with coil springs | |
| Steering | |
|---|---|
| Electric Power Steering | |
| Steering Overall Ratio : | 16.8 :1 |
| Turns lock to lock : | 2.91 |
| Turning Circle : | 35.4 ft |
| Brakes | |
|---|---|
| Front Brakes : | Vented |
| Rear Brakes : | Solid |
| Front Brake Size : | 11.0 in | 279 mm. |
| Rear Brake Size : | 10.0 in | 254 mm. |
| Tires / Wheels | |
|---|---|
| Tires : | Michelin Energy Saver A/S 215/50R17 all-season |
| Wheels : | 17-in. aluminum |
Recall
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 21V650000 |
| Summary | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV vehicles. The high voltage battery could catch fire when charged to full or nearly full capacity. |
| Consequence | A battery fire increases the risk of injury. |
| Remedy | Owners are advised to take the following interim steps: Set the Target Charge Level feature in their vehicle to limit the charge level to 90%, charge their vehicle more frequently, avoid depleting the battery to 70 miles range remaining, park outside after charging, and do not charge the vehicle indoors overnight. Defective battery modules will be replaced by GM, free of charge. Interim notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed September 10, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 1, 2021. Owners may contact the Bolt EV Concierge Team at 1-833-382-4389. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall 21V-560. GM's number for this recall is N212345940. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov. |
| Component | STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 22V930000 |
| Summary | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles. After a crash with seat belt pretensioner deployment, the pretensioner exhaust may ignite carpet fibers near the B-pillar, causing a fire. |
| Consequence | A vehicle fire can increase the risk of injury. |
| Remedy | Dealers will install metal foil at the carpet near the pretensioner exhaust, and install a pretensioner cover as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 30, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N222383790. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov. |
Data updated January 2023
2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV FAQs (show)
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Q: How fast is the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV? A: The 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV has a top speed of 91 mph. Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV? A: The 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV has a wheelbase size of 102.40 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV? A: The 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV has a length of 164.00 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV? A: The 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV has a width of 69.50 inches.Q: How much headroom does the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV have?A: The 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV has 39.70 inches of headroom.Q: How much legroom does the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV have?A: The 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV has legroom of 41.60 inches.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV? A: The 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV was a Hatchback Sedan.Q: What tires did the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV have? A: The 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV had Michelin Energy Saver A/S 215/50R17 all-season tires.Q: What type of wheels did the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV have? A: The 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV had 17-in. aluminum wheels.Similarly Sized Vehicles
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