2025 Chevrolet Bolt EV Charging Cost Calculator

The Chevrolet Bolt EV is an affordable all-electric compact car with 259 miles of EPA-estimated range and a 65 kWh battery.

MSRP

$27,495

EPA Range

259 mi

65 kWh battery

Annual Charging

$0

$0.00/mile

Annual Savings

$0

vs gas car

Calculate Your Chevrolet Bolt EV Charging Cost

Customize your state, annual miles, gas price, and comparison MPG for personalized cost estimates.

Monthly Charging

$40.16

Annual Charging

$482

Cost Per Mile

$0.040

Annual Savings

$1,074

Chevrolet Bolt EV vs Gas Car: Annual Fuel Cost

Chevrolet Bolt EV (Electric)$482/year
$482
Gas Car (27 MPG)$1,556/year
$1,556

Annual Savings

$1,074

5-Year Savings

$5,368

MPG Equivalent

0 MPGe

Efficiency Gain

0.0x

Based on 12,000 miles/year, $3.50/gallon, 27 MPG gas car, 16¢/kWh electricity.

Chevrolet Bolt EV Charging Options

Level 1 (120V)

46h

Standard outlet, full charge

6 miles/hour added

~1.4 kW charging power

Cost: $10.40 per full charge

Level 2 (240V)

0h

Home charger, full charge

31 miles/hour added

~7.7 kW charging power

Cost: $10.40 per full charge

Recommended for home use

DC Fast (0 kW)

0min

10% to 80% charge

0.0 miles/minute added

CCS connector

Cost: ~$26.00 per full charge

Chevrolet Bolt EV Tax Credits & Incentives

Federal EV Tax Credit

The Chevrolet Bolt EV is not currently eligible for the federal EV tax credit. Check state and local incentives for potential savings.

MSRP

$27,495

Tax Credit

$0

Effective Price

$27,495

Home Charger ROI for Chevrolet Bolt EV

Level 2 Charger + Installation$0
Federal Charger Tax Credit (30%)-$0
Net Charger Cost$0
Monthly Fuel Savings$89/mo
Charger Payback0 months

Why Home Charging?

  • 60-70% cheaper than DC fast charging
  • Charge overnight — wake up to a full battery
  • Off-peak rates can save an extra 20-40%
  • Better for battery longevity than frequent DC fast charging

2025 Chevrolet Bolt EV Specifications

CategoryCompact
MSRP$27,495
EPA Range259 miles
Battery65 kWh
Efficiency25.1 kWh/100 mi
MPGe0 MPGe
DrivetrainFWD
0-60 mph0 sec
Seats0
Cargo0 cu ft
Charging PortCCS
DC Fast Charge Rate0 kW

How Much Does It Cost to Charge a 2025 Chevrolet Bolt EV?

The 2025 Chevrolet Bolt EV is a compact with a 65 kWh battery pack providing an EPA-estimated range of 259 miles. At 16 cents/kWh, a full charge costs approximately $10.40. Driving 12,000 miles per year, the annual charging cost is approximately $482.

Compared to a gas vehicle averaging 27 MPG at $3.50 per gallon, the Chevrolet Bolt EV saves $1,074 annually in fuel costs. Over 5 years, that adds up to $5,368 in savings. With a fuel efficiency equivalent of 0 MPGe, the Chevrolet Bolt EV is approximately 0.0x more efficient than the average gas car.

Most Chevrolet Bolt EV owners charge at home using a Level 2 (240V) charger, which takes approximately 0 hours for a full charge. For road trips, the Chevrolet Bolt EV supports DC fast charging at up to 0 kW via its CCS port, adding approximately 0.0 miles of range per minute of charging.

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