Bolt EV range in km
The 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV is rated for up to 417 km (259 miles) on a full charge, according to Natural Resources Canada. Across its 2 versions, rated range runs from 397 to 417 km. The Bolt EV was last rated for the 2023 model year.
Bolt EV: rated versus real driving
Dashed line: Ottawa–Toronto 450 km
Rated (NRCan)Highway at 120 km/h (estimate)Winter at 0°C (estimate)Winter at −20°C (estimate)
Bolt EV range by version
| Version | Drive | Rated range | Miles | Highway cycle | kWh/100 km | Level 2 charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolt EV | FWD | 417 km | 259 mi | 380 km | 17.5 | 7.5 h |
| Bolt EUV | FWD | 397 km | 247 mi | 361 km | 18.3 | 7.5 h |
Highway cycle is the range implied by NRCan's highway energy rating rather than the combined city and highway figure. Wheel size matters: on the Bolt EV, the gap between the best and worst version is 20 km.
How the Bolt EV ranks
The Bolt EV ranks #25 of 30 EVs in this directory by rated range. The average best-version range for the 6 cars we track is 489 km, so the Bolt EV sits 72 km below that.
Bolt EV range by model year
| Model year | Longest rated range | Miles |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 417 km | 259 mi |
| 2022 | 417 km | 259 mi |
| 2021 | 417 km | 259 mi |
| 2020 | 417 km | 259 mi |
| 2019 | 383 km | 238 mi |
| 2018 | 383 km | 238 mi |
| 2017 | 383 km | 238 mi |
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Questions
How far can a Chevrolet Bolt EV go on a full charge?
The longest-range 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV (Bolt EV) is rated for 417 km by Natural Resources Canada. At a steady 120 km/h, expect roughly 323 km, and around 208 km at −20°C.
What is the Chevrolet Bolt EV range in miles?
Up to 259 miles (417 km) for the Bolt EV, and 247 miles (397 km) for the shortest-range version.
Does the Chevrolet Bolt EV lose range in winter?
Yes. Every EV does. We estimate about 300 km at 0°C and 208 km at −20°C for the Bolt EV. The Bolt EV does not have a heat pump.
Rated range: Natural Resources Canada Fuel Consumption Ratings, battery-electric vehicles 2012-2026 (updated March 9, 2026), 2023 model year unless noted. Estimates explained in how we estimate.