2020 Chevy Bolt EV Review

What's New For the 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV?

The engineers at Chevrolet have worked on the Bolt's electric motor and battery to increase its driving capacity. To that end, they've increased its capacity an additional 21 miles before a charge. As a result, the Bolt EV can travel nearly 260 miles on one setup.

In addition to this drivetrain improvement, the 2020 Bolt EV also has a few safety enhancements. Due to high-definition lenses, the rear-view and the surround-view cameras have sharper images. In turn, drivers have more precise views of obstacles behind and around them.

The Trims & Features of the 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV

There are two trims available on the 2020 Volt EV - the LT and the Premier. There are some luxury upgrades to the Premier that make its MSRP higher than the LT. Nevertheless, both have many of the same features.

For instance, solar-absorbing windows lessen the impact of the sun's rays all year to keep the vehicle's interior comfortable. Both trims have LED headlamps with high-intensity beams to enhance driving at night and in inclement weather. Also, similar to other GM vehicles, the 2020 Volt EV offers a built-in 4G LTE hotspot for quick access to the Internet.

What's the Horsepower of the 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV?

With a lithium-ion battery hooked into an electric drive motor, the 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV gets 200 horsepower and 266 pound-feet of engine torque when fully charged. It allows drivers to go from zero to 60 miles per hour in 6.5 seconds. Battery power is maintained through an electronic transmission with One Pedal Driving. The option increases the regenerative braking effect to capture the energy that is directed back to the battery.

What are the Safety Features of the 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV?

While only a four-door hatchback, the 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV is equipped with ten airbags. These cover both the passengers and the driver. Should an accident occur where the airbags are deployed, the Bolt's OnStar system checks on the vehicle's occupants and alerts first responders.

The Teen Driver package is another standard feature on the 2020 Bolt EV. Once activated, it disables features like starting the engine until the driver completes a series of safety tasks. For instance, buckling their seat belt or locking the doors. Also, it provides vehicle owners with a digital report card on their teen's driving experiences.