Chevrolet Bolt EV and Bolt EUV discontinued after 2023

It’s the end of the line for GM’s relatively affordable electric car.

On Tuesday, GM CEO Mary Barra told investors Chevy will end production of the Chevrolet Bolt EV and Bolt EUV at the end of the year.

That makes the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV the last model year for the affordable electric car before the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV comes online with a starting price of about $30,000.

The Bolt EV and Bolt EUV are produced at the Orion Assembly plant in Lake Orion, Mich. Production of electric trucks such as the Chevrolet Silverado EV will replace the Bolt EV and Bolt EUV at the plant.

The Bolt EV marked a turning point for electric cars with meaningful range of over 200 miles and a reasonable price of $37,495 when it launched as a 2017 model. Prices of the Bolt EV, and larger Bolt EUV, have been slashed over the years down to $26,494 and $28,195 respectively, making them one of the best EV values in the market.

The Chevrolet Bolt EV was named The Car Connection’s Best Electric Car To Buy and The Car Connection’s Best Hatchback To Buy in 2017.

GM recalled the Chevrolet Bolt EV and Bolt EUV multiple times due to fire risks posed by the LG-sourced battery pack. GM replaced some battery pack modules and advised owners at the time to park their EVs outside and not leave the car charging overnight. 

Despite the larger Bolt EUV featuring more space and a slightly higher ride height, the Bolt EV and EUV never gained all-wheel drive. The value-packed EV made up for its shortcomings with a roomy interior, bargain prices, Super Cruise availability, a big touchscreen, and loads of standard safety tech.

The Chevrolet Bolt EV (and Bolt EUV) started life as a gateway EV and leaves its mark in history as just that.