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2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV

The 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV is a wagon, rated at 118 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 5 recalls for this model year.

Combined MPG
118· 259 mi
NHTSA safety
Starting price
$27,000
Recalls
5

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeChevrolet
ModelBolt EV
Model year2021
Vehicle classWagon

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
TransmissionAutomatic (variable gear ratios)
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
FuelElectricity

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG127
Highway MPG108
Combined MPG118
Combined MPGe28.6629
Electric range259 mi
EPA annual fuel cost$650

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City127 MPG
Highway108 MPG
Combined118 MPG
Combined28.6629 MPGe
Electric range259 mi

Efficiency vs class average

Bolt EV118 MPG
Class average40.8 MPG

About 189% more efficient than the Bolt EV's class average.

Est. monthly payment
$475/mo
Amount financed
$24,300
Total interest
$4,227
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5-year fuel cost
$11,993

$2,399/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $0.17/kWh

Combined MPGe118
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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
Overall
Frontal crash
Side crash
Rollover

Recalls (5)

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY21V650000 · 2021-08-20

    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.

    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. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 1, 2021 and June 23, 2023. 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.

  • STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS22V930000 · 2022-12-15

    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.

    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 were mailed between January 23, 2023 and April 25, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N222383790.

  • STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS23V845000 · 2023-12-14

    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles. This recall includes certain vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under NHTSA recall number 22V-930. After a crash with seat belt pretensioner deployment, the pretensioner exhaust may ignite carpet fibers near the B-pillar, causing a fire.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect both front seat belt pretensioners and, if necessary, install metal foil at the carpet near the pretensioner exhaust. Certain vehicles will also need a pretensioner cover installed. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24, 2024. These vehicles were previously recalled for this same issue under recall number 22V-930 and will need to have the new remedy performed. Owners may contact GM EV Concierge at 1-833-EVCHEVY (1-833-382-4389) (TTY 711 / 1-800-833-2438) or Customer Service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N232421970.

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY24V481000 · 2024-06-27

    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV vehicles that were previously remedied under recall number 21V-650. The advanced diagnostic software may have been incorrectly installed and fail to detect defective battery modules, possibly resulting in a battery fire.

    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. Dealers will reinstall the advanced diagnostic software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 1, 2024. Owners may contact the Bolt EV Concierge Team at 1-833-382-4389. GM's numbers for this recall are N242443000 and N242443002.

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY24V812000 · 2024-10-31

    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2022 Bolt EUV vehicles previously repaired under Recall 21V-650. The installation of advanced diagnostic software may have failed. As such, the high voltage battery could catch fire when charged to full or nearly full capacity.

    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. Dealers will reinstall advanced diagnostic software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 3, 2024. Owners may contact the Bolt EV Concierge Team at 1-833-382-4389. GM's number for this recall is N242470160.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV?

The 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV is EPA-rated at 118 MPG combined (127 city / 108 highway).

Is the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV reliable?

NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How safe is the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV?

The 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV costs roughly $2,399 per year to charge, or about $11,993 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV?

The 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV is classified as a wagon. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC