2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV
2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV — final U.S. catalog year.
Trim: 1LT
Unverified trim photo — may not match this trim exactly
Other years
2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV snapshot
As of 2026-07
A used 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV typically asks about $16,500 versus a $27,495 starting MSRP when new — roughly 60% retained. The 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns in our catalog (including Structure) and 57 owner complaints.
- Est. used asking
Est. used asking
$16,500
60% of MSRP
- Original MSRP
Original MSRP
$27,495
Base-trim starting price
- NHTSA recalls
NHTSA recalls
3
Campaigns in last refresh
- Owner complaints
Owner complaints
57
Top: Steering
Methodology: Used asking is a labeled retention estimate from curated MSRP + vehicle age (not an appraisal). Recalls/complaints from NHTSA offline enrich.
Are there recalls or complaint patterns on the 2023 Bolt EV?
Yes — 3 recall campaigns and 57 owner complaints for the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV. Scan the list before you write a check.
Recalls
Structure
2023-12-14
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles. This recall includes certain vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under NHTSA recall number 22V-930. After a crash with seat belt pretensioner deployment, the pretensioner exhaust may ignite carpet fibers near the B-pillar, causing…
Campaign 23V845000
Air Bags
2023-08-10
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles. The instrument panel may be missing the perforation on the underside of the panel cover that allows the passenger-side air bag to deploy properly.
Campaign 23V567000
Structure
2022-12-15
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles. After a crash with seat belt pretensioner deployment, the pretensioner exhaust may ignite carpet fibers near the B-pillar, causing a fire.
Campaign 22V930000
Owner complaints
57 complaints · 8 crash-related · 1 fire-related · 5 injuries reported. Top components:
- Steering17
- Electrical System13
- Exterior Lighting6
- Unknown Or Other5
- Air Bags2
- Fuel/Propulsion System2
- Power Train2
- Service Brakes2
Counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defect rates. Source: NHTSA complaints.
Video
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How much does a used 2023 Bolt EV cost vs original MSRP?
Expect about $16,500 in typical used asking against a $27,495 starting MSRP — roughly 60% retained on our labeled retention estimate. Use that gap to decide whether a newer year is worth the jump.
- Original MSRP
- $27,495
- Published starting (base-trim) MSRP when new.
- Est. used asking
- $16,500
- Estimated typical used asking from a mass-market retention curve — not a live appraisal or guaranteed sale price. As of 2026-07.
Retains about 60% of MSRP
~$10,995 below MSRP
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What should a used buyer know about the 2023 Bolt EV?
The 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV is the newest year in our catalog — start here for current specs, then check older years if you want to save money. The Bolt EV ended after 2023. Chevrolet has signaled a return as a 2027 model. The 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV was the final model year covered in this catalog. The Chevrolet Bolt is a family of battery electric subcompact hatchbacks and small crossover SUVs manufactured and marketed by General Motors under its Chevrolet brand from late 2016, with hiatuses in 2021-2022 and 2023–2025. The 2017-2023 Bolt EV are hatchbacks, while the 2021-2023 Bolt EUV and 2027 Bolt are slightly larger subcompact crossover SUVs.
- 3 NHTSA recalls
- Final U.S. catalog year
- About 163.4 × 69.7 in (L×W)
Overview adapted from Wikipedia.
What are the published exterior dimensions?
How long, tall, and wheelbase-spaced this year is on paper, as a blueprint outline.
Schematic diagram, not to exact styling — based on published dimensions
Final first-gen Bolt EV year; returns planned as 2027.
How does the 2023 stack up on paper?
At a glance: 200 hp, 259 mi. Dig into mechanicals and efficiency below.
Horsepower
200 hp
EV range
259 mi
What will fuel or charging roughly cost?
Adjust your miles and local energy price for the 2023 selected trim (~4.0 mi/kWh (259 mi / 65 kWh)). Energy only — not insurance, tires, or a VIN appraisal.
Per year
$482
5-year energy
$2,409
- Powertrain
- Battery electric
- Based on
- ~4.0 mi/kWh (259 mi / 65 kWh)
- Your inputs
- 12,000 mi/yr · $0.16/kWh · 5-year horizon
Compare signal only — local rates and driving mix will differ.
What powertrain and drivetrain does it use?
Mechanical basics for the selected trim — engine, transmission, and drive type.
- Engine
- Electric (65 kWh)
- Aspiration
- Electric
- Transmission
- Single-speed
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Electrification
- BEV
How big is it, and what can it carry?
Exterior size, seating, cargo, and towing figures when we have them.
- Length
- 163.4 in
- Width
- 69.7 in
- Height
- 63.4 in
- Wheelbase
- 102.4 in
- Curb weight
- 3589.1 lb
- Seating
- 5
How efficient is this year on fuel or charge?
EPA-style efficiency and range fields from our catalog enrich — useful for YoY compares.
- Battery
- 65 kWh
- Electric range
- 259 mi
Efficiency figures are curated / EPA-oriented. Verify on FuelEconomy.gov.
Trim index
| Trim | HP | Torque | 0–60 | MPG | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200 | — | — | — | FWD |