Chevrolet Bolt EV 2LT 2026 vs Ford’s new low-cost EV platform

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thumb image Chevrolet Bolt EV 2LT 2026 US$ 29,800
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thumb image Ford’s new low-cost EV platform US$ 30,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Chevrolet Ford
Model Bolt EV 2LT 2026 Universal EV Platform
Vehicle Type Electric Electric Pickup Truck (Midsize)
Trims 1LT and 2LT Not Announced (Base, Mid, Premium expected)
Release Date October 2025 2026–2027 (Production start ~2026, Launch MY2027)
Status Coming Soon Upcoming (Under Development)
Made In USA Louisville, Kentucky, USA
Body Type Subcompact Hatchback Pickup (Crew/Double Cab)
Vehicle Warranty 3 years / 36,000 miles TBD (Expected Ford Standard EV Warranty)
Colors Summit White, Black, Silver, Blue-Adds premium options like Red, Gray, Two-Tone Roof TBD (Multiple factory color options) ________________________________________

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Single Permanent-Magnet Electric Motor Single / Dual Electric Motor Options
Horsepower 220 hp 250–400 hp (Estimated)
Torque 266 lb-ft TBD (High torque EV typical)
Acceleration 0-60 mph in 7.0 seconds 0–60 mph in ~4.5s (performance trim est.), ~6–8s (base trims)
Top Speed 93 mph TBD
Range 300 miles 250–350 miles (Estimated)
Drivetrain Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) RWD/FWD (base), AWD optional (dual motor)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Ultium Lithium-Ion LFP Prismatic Cells (Structural Integration, CATL partnership)
Battery Capacity 70 kWh 60–100 kWh (Estimated)
Power Consumption 3.5–4.0 mi/kWh TBD
Battery Warranty 8 years / 100,000 miles TBD (Likely 8 yrs / 100k miles)
Home Charging Speed 11.5 kW (32–40 miles/hour) Level 1 (120V) + Level 2 (240V) supported
Supercharging Speed N/A (Ford uses DC Fast Charging)
DC Fast Charging Speed 150 kW (vs. 55 kW in pre-2025 Bolt) 100–200 kW (Estimated)
Miles of Range added Per Hour 180–220 miles in 30 mins 100–200 miles per 30–45 min DC charging (Estimated)
Charging Time 6–7 hours 10–80% in ~20–45 min DC (Estimated)
Charging Connector Type North American Charging Standard (NACS) CCS (US/EU) → Possible shift to NACS later
Home Charging Options Level 1 (120V) portable charger and Level 2 (240V) home station 120V L1, 240V L2 wallbox
Onboard Charger Power 11.5 kW TBD

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 165 inches TBD
Width 70 inches TBD
Height 63 inches TBD
Wheelbase 104 inches TBD
Ground Clearance 5.5 inches TBD
Cargo Space 17.1 cu ft Pickup bed + front trunk (frunk) (Exact TBD)
Curb Weight 3,800 lbs TBD
No. of Doors 5 (4 side + 1 liftgate) 4
Seating Capacity 5 (2 front, 3 rear) 5

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Alloy wheels TBD
Wheel Size 17-inch TBD
Front Tire 215/50R17 TBD
Rear Tire 215/50R17 TBD

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric Power Steering (EPS) Electric Power Steering
Transmission Single-Speed Automatic Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Turning Radius 35 feet TBD
Gear Box Fixed-ratio (direct drive) Single-speed
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut Independent (MacPherson Strut expected)
Rear Suspension Torsion Beam Independent / Multi-Link (Expected)

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot No Ford BlueCruise (Hands-free Driving Assist)
Navigation System Yes Yes (OTA map updates)
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes Yes
Climate Control Yes Yes
Auxiliary Auto Input Yes Yes
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes
Keyless Start Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Heated Steering Wheel Yes Optional (mid/high trims)
Panoramic Sunroof No Yes
Apple Car Play Yes Yes (Wireless)
Android Auto Yes Yes (Wireless)
Touchscreen 10.2-inch Yes (Size TBD)
WiFi & Hotspot No Yes
Bluetooth Yes Yes
MP3 Player Yes Yes
No. Of Speakers 6-Speaker TBD

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative Braking System Regenerative + Hydraulic
Front Brakes Ventilated Discs Disc
Rear Brakes Solid Discs Disc
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Anti Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking Yes Yes
Power Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
No. Of Airbags 10 Airbags (Dual front, front side, knee, curtain, rear side) TBD (Front, Side, Curtain expected)
Rear Seat Belt Yes 3-point
Auto Parking sensors Optional Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors 8 sensors (front/rear) Yes
Multiple Cameras Yes Rear + 360° (higher trims)
Blind Spot Monitoring No Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor No Yes
Stability Control Yes Yes
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes Yes
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Yes Yes
Lane Keeping Assist Yes Yes
Lane Departure Warning Yes Yes
Rear Parking Aid Yes Yes

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