The Chevrolet Bolt Is an Intriguing Electric Car Option
The Chevrolet Bolt 2022 is the current electric vehicle designed by Chevrolet. It is considered the long-awaited competitor of Tesla Model 3, one of the most sold electric vehicles in the United States. Currently, the price starts from $37,495, making it a relatively affordable option when talking about electric vehicles with over 200 miles range.
The Bolt is an efficient EV that won more than ten automotive awards in its first year on the market and many more since. It is also a car designed with autonomous driving in mind, but this aspect of it hasn't made it to production. The Bolt is a vehicle that is perfect for a lot of different people.
Best Features
The Chevrolet Bolt has comfortable leather belts making it a perfect choice for long journeys. It is equipped with a GPS navigation system for easy use. Naturally it has air conditioning. The display screen on the touchscreen Multimedia system also controls the car's navigation, telephone book, and climate control. It is 7" in length with one extra 4" screen for a backup camera display. The Charger comes with a rearview camera as a standard feature with the added convenience of blind zone detection and cross-traffic alert to avoid accidents.
It is equipped with adjustable pedals that enable drivers to drive in the most comfortable position according to their tastes. Dual-zone automatic temperature control allows you to set preferred temperature settings for both front and back seats so that everybody can be comfortable in the car.
Charging the Bolt is as easy as plugging in your smartphone. All appliances and tools used for the charging are provided; thus, no extra cost is incurred. Chevy Bolt has an 80 kW twin motor and a top speed of 130 km/h with an average consumption of 210 watt-hours per kilometer (W/km).
The Charger is equipped with adjustable pedals that enable drivers to drive in the most comfortable position. Dual-zone automatic temperature control allows you to set preferred temperature settings for both front and back seats so that everybody can be comfortable in the car.
The Charger comes with USB ports on the 4-way panel located at the front center console for charging devices while driving on the move and two rear 2-way outlets in the back for multiple device charging. The seating offers split foldable bench seats or captain chairs to provide extra legroom or luggage space when needed.
Important Specs
The 2022 Chevrolet Bolt has the following specifications:
- The Bolt is a compact crossover that slots above the Sonic and below the Trax.
- The Bolt EV is a BEV, meaning it has no internal combustion engine, unlike a hybrid-electric car like the Volt. It is powered by an electric motor drawing power from battery packs of unspecified capacity. Motor output is quoted as 200 hp (150 kW) with 266 lb-ft (360 N·m) of torque in the magazine spec, but GM quotes only 200 hp (150 kW) at the motor alone.
- The Bolt is rear wheel drive.
- The Bolt has an electronically limited top speed of 91 mph.
The Bolt was the first electric car with over 200 miles of range to be sold in the US market priced under $40,000 before incentives. The official EPA numbers are 238 miles on a single charge and an MPGe rating of 119 combined for city and highway driving. Additionally, Chevrolet Bolt has been designed to carry a larger battery pack that can increase the vehicle’s range to more than 310 miles.
