“Going electric is the best! No more gas. The range on the Bolt exceeded the 259 miles advertised. I have taken my car on two long range trips (Venice to Oaktown) 347 miles one way. The car is comfortable and has a nice ride.”
2021 Chevrolet Bolt: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV is a carryover with no major product changes. It is the final model year of the original Bolt EV design before the 2022 refresh.
About the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt
1st generation Bolt EV (2017-2021), final year before the 2022 refresh and 1LT/2LT trim renaming.
Chevrolet positions the Bolt EV as a practical electric hatchback for everyday use. Its appeal is simple: electric driving in a compact shape that is easy to park, roomy for passengers, and useful for cargo. Compared with many rivals, the Bolt EV leans more toward everyday usefulness than flashy design, giving shoppers a familiar small-car format with electric power and a tall-roof hatchback layout.
The LT is the straightforward version, pairing front-wheel-drive electric power with a 10.2-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and a folding rear seat. The Premier adds leather upholstery, heated front and rear outboard seats, a heated steering wheel, extra parking aids, and blind-zone monitoring.
2021 Chevrolet Bolt specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Electric Motor | Electric Motor |
| Transmission | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | Single-Speed Fixed Gear |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Horsepower | 200 hp | 200 hp |
| Torque | 266 lb-ft | 266 lb-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 36.5 in | 36.5 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Electric Range | 259 | 259 |
| MPGe Combined | 118 | 118 |
| Alarm System | ||
| Automatic Emergency Braking | ||
| Automatic High Beams | ||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||
| Park Assist | ||
| Rear View Camera | ||
| 360 Camera | ||
| Alloy Wheels | ||
| Roof Rails | ||
| Satellite Radio | ||
| Smartphone Interface | ||
| Subwoofer | ||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||
| Heated Front Seats | ||
| Heated Rear Seats | ||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||
| Leather Seats | ||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||
| Remote Start | ||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV compared with the 2020 model?
No major product changes separate the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV from the 2020 model. The powertrain, styling, safety equipment, technology, body structure, and two-trim lineup carry over.
Is the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV the final year of the original design?
Yes. The 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV is the last model year of the original 2017-2021 generation before the refreshed 2022 model arrived.
Did the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV get a new battery or powertrain?
No. The 2021 Bolt EV keeps the same electric hatchback layout and front-wheel-drive configuration as the prior year.
What is the difference between the 2021 Bolt EV LT and Premier?
The LT covers the essentials with a 10.2-inch touchscreen, smartphone integration, and a folding rear seat. The Premier adds a more upscale cabin, heated leather seating, a heated steering wheel, blind-zone monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and parking aids.
Is the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV worth considering over the 2020 model?
The 2021 model does not offer a major product advantage over the 2020 Bolt EV. Condition, battery health, mileage, equipment, and service history matter more when comparing these two carryover model years.
2021 Chevrolet Bolt Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt.
4.3
2021 Chevrolet Bolt
(138 reviews)
“The seats are not comfortable especially the head rests. The position is not good. And there is a blind spot in the left corner near where the window frame meets dashboard. Even with the glass in that corner.”
“Be excited to never get an oil change again. I use my brakes very little, so I expect the cost of maintenance on this vehicle to be minimal.”