2027 Chevrolet Bolt: The Comeback Kid of Affordable EVs

09 Oct 2025

2027 Chevrolet Bolt: The Comeback Kid of Affordable EVs

2027 Chevrolet Bolt triples charging speed from 50kW to 150kW

By EVWorld.com Si Editorial Team

Chevrolet's Bolt is back - and it's sharper, faster, and still the most budget-friendly electric car in America. After retiring the original Bolt EV and EUV in 2023, GM has resurrected the nameplate for 2027 with a fresh take on the electric hatchback formula. Starting at just $28,995, the new Bolt undercuts Tesla's entry-level Model 3 and reclaims its place as the gateway EV for everyday drivers.

But this isn’t just a price play. The 2027 Bolt builds on the strengths of its predecessor while addressing its biggest weaknesses. Gone is the slow 50 kW DC charging cap. In its place: 150 kW fast charging, allowing the new Bolt to go from 10% to 80% in just 26 minutes—nearly three times faster than before. That’s a game-changer for road trip viability and urban convenience.

Under the hood, the Bolt now shares its motor with the Equinox EV, delivering 210 horsepower to the front wheels—up 10 hp from the 2023 model. Range clocks in at 255 miles, a modest bump over the outgoing Bolt EUV (247 mi) and just shy of the original Bolt EV (259 mi). It’s a smart middle ground, especially considering the new Bolt is built on the EUV platform, with crossover-like proportions and expanded cargo space: 16 cubic feet behind the second row, and 57 cubic feet with seats folded.

Inside, the updates are subtle but meaningful. The gear selector has moved to the steering column, freeing up console space. A new 11.3-inch touchscreen and 11-inch digital gauge cluster modernize the cockpit, though GM’s decision to drop Apple CarPlay and Android Auto in favor of a native infotainment system may raise eyebrows. Optional Super Cruise adds hands-free highway driving, lane changes, and automatic merging—features once reserved for luxury EVs.

Visually, the 2027 Bolt is more evolution than revolution. It retains the familiar silhouette but adds new headlights, taillights, and a redesigned tailgate. It’s still unmistakably a Bolt, but with a cleaner, more confident stance.

Chevrolet will offer three trims:

LT ($28,995)
LT Comfort ($29,990)
RS ($32,000) with sportier styling and interior accents

All models will be built in GM’s Fairfax, Kansas plant, with deliveries beginning in early 2026.

For EVWorld readers, the new Bolt represents more than just a comeback—it’s a recalibration of what entry-level electric driving can be. Faster charging, more power, and a price tag under $30K make it a compelling alternative to pricier rivals. It may not win every spec battle, but it wins where it counts: accessibility, practicality, and value.