Ford Fiesta EV vs Chevrolet Bolt EV 1LT 2025

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thumb image Ford Fiesta EV US$ 25,000
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thumb image Chevrolet Bolt EV 1LT 2025 US$ 27,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Ford Chevrolet
Model Fiesta EV Bolt EV 1LT 2025
Vehicle Type Battery Electric Vehicle (compact hatchback) Electric
Trims Active / ST-Line / Titanium (estimated trim naming) 1LT, 2LT
Release Date Conceptually targeted ~2025–2026 (speculative) March 2025
Status Concept / anticipated (not officially released) Available
Made In Europe (possible assembly in EU — speculative) Michigan, USA
Body Type 5-door hatchback Hatchback
Vehicle Warranty 3 years / 60,000 miles (manufacturer) (estimated) 3-year/36,000-miles
Colors Standard palette (Polar White, Magnetic Grey, Deep Blue, Sunset Red, etc.) (estimated) Summit White Cherry Red Black Silver Blue

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Permanent-magnet synchronous motor (front-drive) Permanent Magnet AC Synchronous
Horsepower 100 kW (~136 hp) (estimated) 200 hp
Torque 220 Nm (162 lb-ft) (estimated) 266 lb-ft
Acceleration 8.5–9.5 seconds (estimated) (0-60 mph) in 6.5 seconds
Top Speed 160 km/h (100 mph) (estimated) 93 mph
Range 300–360 km (~186–224 miles) with a ~45–55 kWh usable battery (estimated) 259 miles
Drivetrain Front-wheel drive (FWD) Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion pouch / prismatic (liquid-cooled) (estimated Lithium-ion with Ultium
Battery Capacity 45 kWh (base) — optional 55 kWh pack (estimated) 65 kWh
Power Consumption 15–18 kWh/100 km (WLTP combined estimate) 3.9 mi/kWh
Battery Warranty 8 years / 100,000 miles (typical OEM coverage) (estimated) 8 years/100,000 miles
Home Charging Speed AC charging up to 11 kW (single-phase/three-phase depending on market) (estimated) (L2, 240V): 7.7 kW (~32 miles/hour)
Supercharging Speed N/A term for Tesla — supports public DC fast charging via CCS (see DC speed) 55 kW (10-80% in ~60 min)
DC Fast Charging Speed Up to 100 kW peak (estimated — likely 50–125 kW capability depending on pack) 350 kW
Miles of Range added Per Hour Level 1 (120 V): ~3–6 miles/hr Up to 34 miles of range per hour
Charging Time Level 1 (120 V): 20–40 hours (very slow) 7-8 Hours
Charging Connector Type Europe: Type 2 (AC) / CCS Combo 2 (DC) SAE Combo (CCS)
Home Charging Options 120 V (slow), 240 V wallbox (7–11 kW recommended) Level 1 Charging (120-volt), Level 2 Charging (240-volt)
Onboard Charger Power 7–11 kW (estimated) 11.5 kW

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 4,050 mm (4.05 m) — similar to modern small-hatch proportions (estimated) 163.2 inches
Width 1,760 mm (without mirrors) (estimated) 69.5 inches
Height 1,450 mm (estimated) 63.4 inches
Wheelbase 2,490–2,550 mm (estimated) 102.4 inches
Ground Clearance 140 mm (estimated) 5.3 inches
Cargo Space 300–350 L (rear seats up) (estimated) 16.6 cu-ft (rear seats up), 57 cu-ft (folded)
Curb Weight 1,350–1,550 kg (depending on battery size) (estimated) 3,600 lbs
No. of Doors 5 5 Doors
Seating Capacity 5 5 Seats

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Alloy (aero-optimised design available) Alloy wheels
Wheel Size 16" (base) / 17" (sport trim) / 18" (optional) (estimated) 17-inch
Front Tire 195/55 R16 (typical small-EV sizing) (estimated) 215/50R17
Rear Tire 195/55 R16 (or matching 17/18 sizes on higher trims) 215/50R17

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric power-assisted steering (EPAS) Electric Power Steering (EPS)
Transmission Single-speed reduction gear (EV) Single-speed automatic
Turning Radius 10.2–10.8 m (estimated) 17.1 ft
Gear Box Single fixed-ratio drive (1 forward gear) Direct drive
Front Suspension MacPherson strut (estimated) MacPherson strut
Rear Suspension Torsion beam or compact multi-link depending on market (likely torsion beam to save space/cost) — estimated Torsion beam

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot Full self-driving not expected Yes
Navigation System Integrated navigation with live routing (likely via SYNC+ / Ford software) Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control Available (standard or optional depending on trim) No
Climate Control Automatic climate control (single or dual zone depending on trim) Yes
Auxiliary Auto Input Bluetooth / USB / wireless smartphone integration Yes
Over The Air Updates Expected (software/infotainment & some ECU updates) (estimated) No
Keyless Start Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Heated Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Panoramic Sunroof Optional (depending on trim No
Apple Car Play Wireless or wired (likely) Yes
Android Auto Wireless or wired (likely) Yes
Touchscreen 10" (or 8") central touchscreen (estimated) 10.2 inches
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Yes
Bluetooth Yes Yes
MP3 Player Via infotainment/USB Yes
No. Of Speakers 4–8 (base to premium / estimated) 6 Speakers

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative braking + 4-wheel disc brakes Regenerative braking with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Front Brakes Ventilated discs Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes Discs (solid) Solid discs
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 6–7 (front, side, curtain; driver knee optional) (estimated) 10 Airbags
Rear Seat Belt Yes Yes
Auto Parking sensors Yes No
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes Yes
Multiple Cameras Yes No
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes No
Multi-Terrain Monitor Yes No
Stability Control Electronic Stability Control (ESC) standard Yes
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes No
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Available (likely on mid/upper trims) No
Lane Keeping Assist Available (estimated) Yes
Lane Departure Warning Available (estimated) Yes
Rear Parking Aid Rear sensors + camera standard Yes

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