Key Takeaways
- Range: Up to 410 km GM-est.
- Charge Time: 10-80% in as little as 26 min on DC fast charging; NACS port standard.
- Displays: 11.3-inch infotainment, 11-inch driver info centre.
- Power: 210 hp single-motor setup.
- Production: 255 mi est. range, 150 kW peak DC, production in Kansas City, shipments early 2026.
Chevrolet is bringing back the Bolt for 2027, positioning it as one of the most affordable new EVs in Canada with a refreshed design, a larger infotainment setup and much faster DC fast-charging. Chevrolet lists a GM-estimated range up to 410 kilometres on a full charge and a 10-80% DC fast-charge time in as little as 26 minutes, now via a standard NACS port. “You asked. We listened,” the brand says on its product page, noting “20 standard and available safety and driver assistance features” and the first-ever RS appearance package for the nameplate.
Pricing and timing
The Bolt is expected to arrive at dealerships in the first quarter of 2026, with pricing starting in the low $40,000 range once fees are included. In the U.S., a launch edition will be offered at $29,990, followed by a base LT model at $28,995, positioning the Bolt below many rivals and making it one of the most affordable new EVs in its class.
Key Specs and Improvements
Chevrolet lists an 11.3-inch central touchscreen, an 11-inch driver display, a 210-horsepower single-motor setup, and the standard NACS charge port. Fast-charging capability has been significantly improved, with a speed “up to 2.5x faster” than the previous generation.
Reports from industry briefings add that the Bolt will use a 65 kWh LFP battery, delivering an EPA-estimated 255 miles of range and a peak charging speed of 150 kW. Production will take place at GM’s Fairfax plant in Kansas City, with shipments beginning in early 2026.
Trims and features
Canada will offer LT and RS. RS brings a unique grille, black 17-inch wheels, gloss-black roof rails, Evotex seats with red stitching and configurable ambient lighting. Both models list the NACS charge port, the 11.3 inch infotainment screen and the 11 inch driver display, with Chevrolet emphasizing 20 standard and available active-safety items.
Chevrolet’s latest software suite uses Google Built-In with integrated route planning, streaming apps, and native trip-planning tools. Plug-and-charge and vehicle-to-home bidirectional charging are also planned, expanding the Bolt’s utility beyond the road.
Why it matters
The Bolt’s return fills an important gap in Chevrolet’s EV lineup, offering an accessible option beneath the Equinox EV while addressing two key criticisms of the previous model: slow charging and limited tech. Faster charging, standard NACS support, and improved efficiency should make daily use simpler and more practical.
If the early 2026 launch stays on track, the Bolt will re-enter a highly competitive sub $45,000 EV segment with a stronger value proposition—one that could attract buyers seeking a balance of affordability, range, and everyday usability.
Also Read: Tesla Launches Cheaper Model 3 and Model Y Amid EV Market Slowdown
Sources:
https://www.chevrolet.ca/en/electric/bolt-ev
https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a68988402/2027-chevy-bolt-revealed
