Chevrolet Bolt EV vs. Toyota Prius
When we compare the Chevrolet Bolt EV to the Toyota Prius, the Chevrolet Bolt EV has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and base engine power. The Toyota Prius has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Bolt EV versus the Toyota Prius, the Chevrolet Bolt EV is a better car than the Toyota Prius.
Chevrolet Bolt EV versus Toyota Prius Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Chevrolet Bolt EV ranges from $23,494 to $33,982 while a used Toyota Prius from the same model year range is priced between $23,900 to $35,866. For a new model, the Chevrolet Bolt EV's price is between $26,591 and $36,637, with the Toyota Prius priced between $26,672 and $36,076.
Chevrolet Bolt EV versus Toyota Prius Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chevrolet Bolt EV is 8.0 out of 10 while the Toyota Prius' quality rating is 9.1 out of 10. This results in the Chevrolet Bolt EV being ranked 3 out of 15 Best Small Electric Cars and the Toyota Prius being ranked 1 out of 23 Best Hybrid Cars.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Chevrolet Bolt EV’s base engine makes 200 horsepower, and the Toyota Prius base engine makes 121 horsepower. The Bolt EV is rated to deliver an average of 127 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 259 miles. The Prius is rated to deliver an average of 52 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 565 miles. The Bolt EV uses electricity, and the Prius uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Toyota Prius, a hybrid compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, and trunk space. The Chevrolet Bolt EV, a electric compact car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room, rear head room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Chevrolet Bolt EV and the Toyota Prius have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$26,591 - $36,637
Used Asking Price:
$23,494 - $33,982
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
60.9%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$26,672 - $36,076
Used Asking Price:
$23,900 - $35,866
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
41.8%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.1 / 10
Reliability:
8.9 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
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5 out of / 15Ranking
6 out of / 25iSeeCars Rankings
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7 out of / 23Summary Review
The Chevrolet Bolt is a compact four-door hatchback EV. Now heading into its fifth year of sales, the Bolt has just received a styling refresh, and an EUV version with added rear-seat legroom is joining the model line.
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
- IIHS Top Safety Pick
- Widely available both new and used
- Modern interior design
- Seat comfort is a recurring owner complaint
- Only available in front-wheel drive
- Common driver-assist technology not standard (through 2020 model year)
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Trim Levels
1LT, 2LT
Trim Levels
L Eco, LE, XLE, Limited, Nightshade, LE AWD-e, XLE AWD-e, Nightshade AWD-e
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:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 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):
5 out of 5 Stars
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:
121 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.040 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:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
54 / 50 / 52
MPGe:
Range (city/hwy):
610 / 565 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Battery Size/Capacity:
Not applicable
Maximum Charging Rate:
Not applicable
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
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:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53 inches
Cargo Space:
27.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
120.5 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:
3010 lbs
Width:
69.3 inches
Height:
57.9 inches
Length:
180 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum
Tire Size:
P215/50R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
P195/65R15
