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| Transmission | Automatic (variable gear ratios) |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel Type | Electricity |
| City / Hwy MPG | 125 / 104 MPG |
| Combined MPG | 115 MPG |
| Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $650 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
| Body Style | EV |
| Base Price | $26,503–$32,157 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV is a ev that earns a Carivo score of 7.8/10 — rated Recommended. Its strongest dimension is Value at 8.7/10, while Performance at 6.5/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a solid all-rounder that delivers across most dimensions without obvious deal-breakers.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. The reliability picture is solid rather than spectacular: 7.5/10, which puts it comfortably above the class median. Safety lands at 8.4/10 — solid, though some rivals offer more advanced driver-assist features as standard. Confirm official results for your trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Performance at 6.5/10 is a genuine liability and a score that should factor heavily into any buying decision. The powertrain and chassis dynamics trail class rivals by a meaningful margin — don't overlook it. At 7.9/10 for technology, the infotainment and driver-assist package does its job without setting benchmarks — check which features cost extra on lower trims.
Priced from $26,503–$32,157, 115 MPG, seating 5, the Chevrolet Bolt EUV sits in the mid-market bracket of the ev segment. Its value score of 8.7/10 confirms that the price reflects the quality — you're getting a lot for your money here. At 4 years old, it's worth checking whether a newer generation or refresh has addressed any weaker dimensions — compare it to the current model year before buying.
Verdict: Nothing about the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV will scare a sensible buyer off. Keep an eye on performance if those matter to you; otherwise it does what a good ev should — quietly and competently.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV ranks #67 of 268 evs in the Carivo database — better than 75% of the segment. Its 7.8/10 overall score is 0.2 points above the segment average of 7.6/10. Its $26,503 starting price undercuts the segment's median of $52,750 by about 50%.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full EV ranking →
Across the Bolt EUV model years we've scored, the 2022 holds its position — we didn't find an older year that delivers similar scores for meaningfully less money.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 8.3/10 | $28,195 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 7.8/10 | $27,349 | Read review → |
| 2022 (this review) | 7.8/10 | $26,503 |
The following recall campaigns have been filed with NHTSA for this model and year. Recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised dealers; check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
| Air bags / Frontal 08/07/2021 · 21V517000 | General Motors, LLC. (GM) is recalling certain 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV and Bolt EUV vehicles. One of the two fasteners that secure the driver's frontal air bag to the steering wheel may be missing or improperly tightened. |
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| Electrical system / Propulsion system / Traction battery 20/08/2021 · 21V650000 | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV vehicles. The high voltage battery could catch fire when charged to full or nearly full capacity. |
| Electrical system / Propulsion system / Traction battery 27/06/2024 · 24V481000 | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV vehicles that were previously remedied under recall number 21V-650. The advanced diagnostic software may have been incorrectly installed and fail to… |
| Electrical system / Propulsion system / Traction battery 31/10/2024 · 24V812000 | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2022 Bolt EUV vehicles previously repaired under Recall 21V-650. The installation of advanced diagnostic software may have failed. As such, the high voltage battery could catch… |
Source: NHTSA recall database, fetched at page build time.
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