Chevrolet Bolt EV vs. BMW 5 Series
When comparing the Chevrolet Bolt EV's and the BMW 5 Series's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Bolt EV has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and interior volume. The BMW 5 Series has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Bolt EV's and the BMW 5 Series's specifications and ratings, the BMW 5 Series is a better car than the Chevrolet Bolt EV.
Chevrolet Bolt EV vs. BMW 5 Series Pricing
For a new model, the Chevrolet Bolt EV's price is between $27,078 and $33,677, with the BMW 5 Series priced between $60,953 and $73,967.
Chevrolet Bolt EV vs. BMW 5 Series Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Chevrolet Bolt EV loses 60.9 percent of its value and the BMW 5 Series loses 59.1 percent of its value. This means the BMW 5 Series retains 1.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Chevrolet Bolt EV.
Chevrolet Bolt EV vs. BMW 5 Series Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chevrolet Bolt EV is 8.0 out of 10 while the BMW 5 Series' quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Chevrolet Bolt EV being ranked 2 out of 7 Best Electric Hatchbacks and the BMW 5 Series being ranked 13 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars.
Chevrolet Bolt EV vs. BMW 5 Series Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Chevrolet Bolt EV is 7.1 out of 10. For the BMW 5 Series the reliability rating is 8.3 out of 10. This gives the BMW 5 Series an advantage in reliability compared to the Chevrolet Bolt EV.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Chevrolet Bolt EV’s base engine makes 200 horsepower, and the BMW 5 Series base engine makes 255 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Chevrolet Bolt EV, a electric compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room and rear head room. The BMW 5 Series, a midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Chevrolet Bolt EV has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
27078 - 33677
Used Asking Price:
23044 - 32017
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.608912
Pricing
New Asking Price:
60953 - 73967
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.59095
Chevrolet Bolt EV Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.966666 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW 5 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.444269 / 10
Reliability:
8.332809 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Chevrolet Bolt EV Rankings
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18 out of / 27BMW 5 Series Rankings
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24 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Chevrolet Bolt EV Trim Levels
1LT, 2LT
BMW 5 Series Trim Levels
530i, 530i xDrive, 540i xDrive
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
200 hp
Torque:
266 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.056 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 4700 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
Not Applicable
Engine Configuration:
Not Applicable
Number of Cylinders:
Not Applicable
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not applicable
MPGe:
127 / 109 / 120
Range (city/hwy):
259 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity :
66 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
7 hours (240V)
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
MPGe:
Not applicable
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Battery Size/Capacity:
Not applicable
Maximum Charging Rate:
Not applicable
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.8 inches
Cargo Space:
16.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
111.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Cargo Space:
18.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
98.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3589 lbs
Width:
80.3 inches
Height:
63.4 inches
Length:
163.2 inches
Wheelbase:
102.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4041 lbs
Width:
84.9 inches
Height:
59.6 inches
Length:
199.2 inches
Wheelbase:
117.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/50R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R19