Ford has been working on developing a new, low-cost EV platform for some time, which will first underpin a “super affordable” mid-size pickup set to enter production next year. At the moment, however, The Blue Oval’s EV lineup is pretty sparse compared to its cross-town rival General Motors, consisting of just three models – with the Ford Mustang Mach-E being its most affordable at the moment, as the entry-level Select trim starts out at around $38,000. Now, it has a new, much cheaper (albeit smaller) rival to contend with – the 2027 Chevy Bolt.
The 2027 Chevy Bolt marks a comeback for that particular model after it temporarily disappeared following the 2023 model year. One of the older EVs on the market, that change was certainly needed, and as expected, the next-generation model has received some substantial updates, according to our sister site, GM Authority. For starters, the Bolt won’t be utilizing “EV” or “EUV” in its range anymore.
On the outside, the 2027 Chevy Bolt does look a lot like the old EUV, which is more of a utilitarian style model, albeit with some tweaks to give it a fresh appearance. Perhaps the most notable change lies out back, where GM moved the taillights up to a more conventional position compared to the outgoing model. The interior is quite different as well, with a revamped center stack, albeit with the same cargo space as the old Bolt EUV, though no Apple CarPlay or Android Auto integration, as is the case with modern GM EVs in general.
In terms of powertrains, the new Bolt gets the same single electric motor as the Equinox EV, sending 210 horsepower to the front wheels, along with a 65 kWh battery that gives it 255 miles of range. DC fast charging speeds top out at 150 kW, which enables the new Bolt to charge from 10 percent to 80 percent in 26 minutes, and it comes standard with a North American Charging Standard (NACS) port.
The real appeal of the 2027 Chevy Bolt lies in its price tag, however – the Launch Edition model will start out at $29,990 with destination and delivery charges included, but next year, an even more affordable LT trim will follow with an MSRP of $28,995 – making it the cheapest EV sold in the U.S., at least, until a more affordable version of the new Nissan Leaf arrives.
Low- and middle-income households will be getting some new incentives.
No offers are currently offered on redesigned full-size SUV.
The new pony car unveiling is open to the public, too.
Though prices did go up through the 2025 model year.
