The Chevrolet Bolt compact electric hatchback impressed us so much when it first hit the market, we named it the 2017 MotorTrend Car of the Year. It was bold and fresh, ushering in a new era of fun electric cars that made sense as everyday drivers. For the 2022 model year, Chevy gave the Bolt a needed update to compete with an exploding number of new EVs, hoping new clothes on the old emperor would be enough to win the title again. "It's still dorky, but with a bit more edge," digital director Erik Johnson said, "like a Math Olympics champion who just discovered leather jackets." The Bolt is an affordable commuter with 259 miles of range from its 65-kWh battery, which is competitive for its segment. GM squeezes all it can from its aging electric architecture; the Bolt doesn't migrate to the new Ultium battery system, which would provide greater range.
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