One YEAR with my 2022 Bolt EUV - Do I regret it?!
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- Опубліковано 26 вер 2024
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Found this in the owners manual:
Disabling Keyless Unlocking:
With the vehicle off, press and hold [LOCK] and [UNLOCK] on the RKE [REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY] transmitter at the same time for approximately three seconds. The turn signal lamps will flash four times quickly to indicate access is disabled. Using any exterior handle to unlock the doors or open the liftgate will cause the turn signal lamps to flash four times quickly, indicating access is disabled. If disabled, disarm the alarm system before starting the vehicle.
Enabling Keyless Unlocking:
With the vehicle off, press and hold [LOCK] and [UNLOCK] on the RKE transmitter at the same time for approximately three seconds. The turn signal lamps will flash twice quickly to indicate access is enabled.
🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 I’ll be trying this ASAP
@@MetzTech Amazing what you will learn about your vehicle if you take the time to open up and read the owner’s manual!
It worked! Thank you!
Yes it did!
Imagine not being able to read an owners manual. Reminds me of my wife
I think this is the first video from your channel that I've watched. I'm not even really interested in the Bolt EUV, but I am interested in electric vehicles as a whole. I've been binging EV videos for the last couple of months and I gotta say... the time and effort you put into everything from the script, delivery, and the editing of this video is SUPER high quality. There are UA-camrs with millions who don't even put HALF of the effort into their videos that you have. This was really great and easy to watch! Hope you continue to make this quality stuff for your future vids!
I really appreciate the kind words, Andrew. Thanks so much for watching!
A bolt is probably the best deal you're gonna find right now
I've had my 2019 Premier for exactly 3 years now and it's THE best car in my life.
The (inevitable) hiccups are so few they are not even worth mentioning.
I would say the Chevy Bolt EV is 99.99% ideal for me. Great job GM, you really nailed it this time!
Thanks for the vid. Recalls don’t scare me, it’s the issues that don’t get recalled that I want to hear.
I'm going on my 11th year with my Nissan Leaf (bought new for around $25.6k with all the rebates). I bought it because being retired and only doing short trips it is all I need (Long Trips - I take my Harley). Maintenance-wise EVs can't be beat if you take care of them (my total maintenance cost over all is less than $500, incl. a flat tire replacement). Batteries still give me around a mid-70s range from the original 105 mile range, because despite being passive cooling if you never keep the vehicle fully charge for long periods of time and garaged, the batteries last. I expect to get another 5-10 more years from the original batteries.
Same here. Bought my Leaf SL new in 2011. Now has 40,500 miles on it. Battery capacity is down to 5 bars. I can drive only 30-40 miles on a full charge. Car always garaged and in a moderate climate. Nissan recently quoted me $13,500 to replace the battery. No way. I never got 100 miles on a full charge when it was new. 80-85 at most. This Bolt EUV looks like a good replacement for my falling Leaf.
@@wmalden My Leaf has one third your miles and I still can fully charge and can make about 70 mile range. I kept my battery happy by never leaving it fully charged for long periods of time (usually and hour or two) and it was garaged. Just recently the only high cost maintenance item that hit me was a water pump going out. I expect to get several more years out of the car.
I have two regular Bolts. Heated seats are the answer to the climate controls in the winter. Way more effective to heat your body than heat your air.
Yup between heated seat and heated steering wheel should be able to minimize on cabin heating significantly.
@@shehandesilva7530 yep. Use both. Heated steering wheel in Michigan winter was a revelation.
i'll stick with my lincoln. just hit button. no reduction in mpg using heater. enjoy freezing.
@@scorvl then do so. it'll save oxygen and the planet lmao
I'd love to agree with this, but taking a 2 hour trip in 20 degree weather with no heat (using heated seat and steering wheel tho) left me with freezing toes!
For short trips it is amazing though.
Man you all but talked me out of getting one. I would love for you to go to the dealership and see what they will fix under warranty. Thanks for your time and a real 1 year breakdown.
It’s been my favorite car I’ve ever had. Highly recommend. Just small things here and there
Great review, currently considering this bolt for my wife. I have a 2018 Volt which has been awesome. I love the fact I’m not paying $5 a gallon on my volt
Great pros & cons review. Sounds like most of the cons can be easily corrected by the company. The battery tech in general will improve leaps and bounds in the next years; the entire world is working on it.
Exactly! I have already had all my little issues fixed!
Hate to break it to you, but GM is most likely going bankrupt in the coming years.
I have had a Bolt EUV for two years, and I have not had any problems like the ones mentioned on the video. I apprecieate the candor and truthfulness displayed, so I know what to expect. There is a big difference in range and climate as was emphasized and explained, but by doing a few things as others have mentioned helps. Using the heated seat option and less cabin heat is a good start in cold weather. The summer is a different story. LIving in a very hot area, the only consolation is that I can charge the Bolt every night when I know the a/c will be used throughout the day. As with any vehicle, it is a trade off with want and necessity, but overall the Bolt has peformed significantlly as has been indicated by serveral of the owners. The level of satisfaction seems to always vary on how and when the Bolt is driven.
You have a nice car my friend. I love the mild mods you made. Thanks for the review. But, with all due respect, stop with the the “being lazy”, and take that EUV back to the service center and make them fix all of that stuff (especially that seat adjuster handle, hatch mold, and seal) You’re giving them your hard earned money, Brother.
I agree! Made my appointment for next week
Leased my 2022 Bolt EUV Premier about 5 weeks after you got yours. Currently have 5491 miles on it. Definitely recommend the adaptive cruise control, will never own another car without it. Also will never have another ICE car! After 11 months of driving, I'm averaging 4.8 miles per kWh. Charging to 80% gives me an estimated range of 233 miles. Most of my driving is around town, resulting in an average of 5.0-5.2 miles per kWh. Until a recent 2200 mile trip, I had a lifetime average of 5.0 miles per kWh (at 3200 miles on the car). During my road trip, the car only averaged 4.5 miles per kWh. Back when I could still charge to 100%, I was seeing an estimated range of 320 miles (the range estimate proved to be quite accurate). I found the leather seats to be very comfortable throughout a day of driving. Enjoyed having the ventilated seats, very cooling when it was hot out. So far I haven't noticed any of the problems that you brought up (keeping my fingers crossed - LOL). Thank you for a very informative video, looking forward to watching your follow-up video.
I ordered a Bolt Euv, want to ask you how is the rear suspension on this car? I read some reviews where were complaining about rear suspension being too soft and bouncy when going over potholes or bumps, is that correct?
Thanks
@@stefanbololoi7110 I am not an expert on car suspension systems but I didn't notice the Bolt EUV being too soft or bouncy compared to other cars I've owned over the last 60 years. Granted, I'm primarily a Chevy man, I've had a few Buicks and a Cadillac that I wasn't impressed with compared to the Chevys of the same era. The Bolt EUV is a nice solid car. I will say that it is much more of a daily driver for around town use compared to taking it on long trips. Not because of the ride but because of the slow charge rate (even using DCFC chargers) and the lower range you get during expressway driving (not much chance to use the regen feature on an expressway). I did accumulate about 340 extra miles from the regen during my 2244 mile trip but I can consistently get about 50 miles of additional distance around town during 200 miles of driving (same rate on the trip would have added over 500 miles of free regen mileage).
@@leonardwright2835 Thanks, good to know!
How much do you pay for monthly lease?
Leonard, how long did it take you each time to recharge on your 2200 road trip and I realize this varies place to place but what was your average cost to charge at the higher kwh charging stations.
I was looking at a new 2022 EUV at the dealership and it ALSO had that same bit of weatherstripping on the rear hatch stream free and sticking up. Should be fixable with some 3M adhesive, but that tells me an assembly problem that is consistent. Maybe the robot arms doesn't start applying glue soon enough for that area.
I had the same as well. Discovered it on the first day and used a small plastic scraper to shove the foam bit back into its hole.
Good review of your Bolt EUV. I was an early adopter with a 2017 Bolt EV Premier and it has been the best car I have ever owned. I haven't had any quality issues, especially like the ones you mentioned. I absolutely love the rearview mirror video and one pedal driving. I do wish it had adaptive cruise control, but not a big deal. I also wish it had an option for all wheel drive for Utah winters, but with front wheel drive, it performs as well or better than any other 2 wheel drive vehicle. I like the looks of the EUV better and wouldn't hesitate to buy one if I needed another vehicle. I get about 300 miles of range in summer and 200 miles in winter if fully charged, though I typically only charge to 90% to reduce wear on battery.
Thanks so much for watching, Kim!
How in the heck do you get 300 miles on a car that was only rated for 259 mi or the early models at 239 miles🧐
@@robertfaulkner7152 conservative driving/usage of battery and regenerative braking.
@@robertfaulkner7152 The EPA rating is based on average use including city and highway driving as well as winter and summer driving. It's actually a pretty good estimate as a yearly average. However, my drive to work, for example, doesn't require me to get on the freeway where I typically would drive 70 to 80 mph. I go on roads with speed limits between 30 and 55 mph which greatly improves the efficiency of electric cars. So, in the summer, I get over 300 miles of range typically when it's warmer. The cold decreases battery efficiency and I only get around 200 to 230 miles range in the cold winter months in Utah driving to work. We often drive however on freeways when going to events on weekends which decreases the potential range. So, overall, the EPA range is a good estimate of what to expect with normal driving throughout the year, but it can vary a lot depending on driving technique, temperature, and speed. By the way, these ranges were with the older battery, so I expect a little better this summer with my new improved battery.
You do know your electric vehicle is worse than a gas? The vehicle has more poisonous material in it than any gas vehicle.. Your batteries are so poisonous we have no means to dispose of them. On top of that in about another 4 to 6 years you're going to have to replace those batteries. It will cost you the same as the vehicle. Worst of all, they have to mine 10x more area just to get the rear Earth materials to build your car.
2017 bolt with nearly 90K. New battery replacement and have had no mechanical issues. Still on the original brake pads. The only thing ive had to replace out of pocket was the tires. With the new battery and my driving habits and commute ive had max range show over 300 miles. Bur realistically ive gotten about roughly over200 between charges. Overall I like the car will keep it till the wheels fall off.
I have a 2020 Bolt Premier with 1 more year remaining on the lease. Haven't had any problems with it and live in Michigan. I am planning/hoping to pick up a 2023 EUV with super cruise. Enjoyed your video.
I have have our 2022 EUV for about 2 months and has saved us $700 in gas already. It was worth every penny.
Love to hear it!
Arizonan, Can you tell me how much your power bill has gone up during the same time frame? Just bought one on Friday and already put almost 500 miles on it. I am curious what to expect.
I did specifically address that in this video!
@@MetzTech Yes you did! I am looking for more info such as miles driven per month to derive what the stated 20-30 dollar increase amounted to. You mentioned a 150-200 miles of range each day. Did you routinely exhaust that range? Obviously savings are directly related to the price at pump and miles driven. So I am looking for the specifics when I asked one of the posters in this thread.
I did enjoy your videos on the Bolt! Thanks for the information.
Thanks for the great video! Just got one of the 2023 Bolt EUV LTs that Hertz is selling off from their rental fleet. I also drive exclusively one-pedal now, but I didn't realize I could use the paddle for that last little bit of braking. Thanks again!
Good review. It looks like DCFC will be 1hour for every 200 miles. Less in winter. Almost acceptable. A few more miles or less time charging and I would definitely buy. The issues are very minor, the tiny weatherstrip is for air, just tear it off, each door is sealed with a 1 inch rubber strip. The tailgate can be closed by touching the exterior if you can reach. The driver chair will still slide no biggie. Thanks for the video .
What is DCFC ?
@@n.x6085 I think fast charging DC Fast Charging
I bought my 2019 EV Premier last year in August. I've already put over 30,000 miles on it. No complaints thus far.
Anyone with a Bolt EV is happy AF right now due to the gas prices! 😁
Facts 🙏🏻
I was happy AF even before the surge in gas prices! 55 months of happiness!
I'm happy AF I don't have your bolt car payment 🤣
I didn’t even say what my payment is?
@@rmitchell1 i paid cash for my car. No payments. And after tax credits it was only $29,500.
We just leased a 2022 Bolt EUV and so far we love it!
Awesome! Congratulations
Crazy it's already been a year!
Right?! Time flies
Love the summary! Been waiting for my EUV since last August, stock on the dealership lot waiting for that battery replacement! Great video as always! Cheers from Canada
Thanks so much, Devin! Hopefully you get yours soon 🙏🏻
I waited since last August too. Mine finally arrived Wednesday May 18th. Mine is just the 22 Bolt EV.
@@ensenadorjones4224 Just? For a shoot out of a cannon F-15 StrikeEagle off the steam catapult performance stock Bolt?
Good Video. If i was to get the car it would be the LT2. Shocked with all the little issues you have not taken it back under warrantee and had them correct. It would be great to hear how GM took care of the issues and if the repaired parts hold up or still break over time. I also suggest signing up for a Bolt users forum. lots of cool information there and Im sure you will get the answer to the lock question. Again thanks for the Video, and get the stuff that does not work corrected for free under warranty. Then do another video on how that experience was and did they fix it or does it still break. Also How many real miles are you getting and real charge times and how many miles do you get. Real information for us. Again Thanks, use to own a Volt close to going Bolt.
Love my Bolt its a 2021 27 thousand mile in 1 year since we bought it nothing has broke looks great and its fun to drive and fun to pass gas stations
he liked your comment but never replied :(
I got everything fixed. Very simple process. I made a follow up video answering a lot of these questions
@@MetzTech oh ok, didnt see it
Thanks for the review! I ordered my Bolt EUV last week (no estimated arrival time) and going to trade in my 2015 Sonic LT. The Sonic has 130k miles on it, and unfortunately starting to get regular repairs and maintenance done. I figured I should put that $1000/month toward a car I’ve been wanting for the last few years instead of keeping this car running. The dealership already had the car ordered, last week was the last day they could customize it. They have no idea when it will be built and when it will arrive, but they assured me it wouldn’t be canceled because of the discontinuation later this year.
A lot of the negatives you brought up are just little things that I sort of gotten used to with Chevy over the years. A minor thing breaking here or there, or whatever. My old Cavalier had a lot of these issues too.
I take the best care of my Sonic as I can, you’d think it’s brand new just by looking at it, inside and out. Thankfully, I can (hopefully) charge at home. My garage is all set up, but I still need the electrician to come out and make sure an install can actually happen, my breaker is in the basement, so I hope it doesn’t go too far over what Chevy is willing to cover.
My Cavalier lasted my 9 years, my Sonic just hit 5 a month ago. Ideally, I’d love the Bolt EUV to last me ten years. This is the first car I’m buying brand new. Any used car I was looking at was over $20k, so I might as well get a new car.
I really appreciate your perspective. I have a 2017 Bolt EV with a replaced battery, and my mileage is similar to yours (I live in Michigan, and winter SUCKS the mileage out of my car).
hey i am from Michigan too! how is it overall in the winter here with the icy roads and cold temps? and problems with the heavy salted roads?
@@internetboyUS Not super cold like MN, we see temps go down to 0 to 10 F a few times each winter here in southern MI. Roads get really crappy, to the point where you don't want a car with a small wheel base like the Bolt, even with good tires. The stock tires of the bolt should NOT be used on snowy roads. And yeah, salt will be on every highway.
Bought an EUV Premier with Sun and Sound about 4 weeks ago. I lucked out because at the moment they seemed to now have become unobtainium. Really love it. Thanks for the follow up review.
What's it like to insure one of these?
@@randyschiffer3265 - Our 2020 Bolt Premiere cost exactly the same to insure as the 2005 Acura that it replaced.
My 2017 has none of the issues he complains about.
Love my Bolt!⚡
As do I
15:43 Most of the complaints about the seats are hold overs from the 2017 Bolt EV's seats, which were narrower, firmer, and had a lot less padding. However, the seats have been modified several times over the years, and the seats in the 2022 Bolt EV/EUV are actually the 3rd or 4th generation seats. I'd be surprised if most of the people still complaining about the seats have even sat in the 2019 Bolt EV, let alone the 2022.
While I don't know that I personally agree, I gave someone a ride in both the 2022 Bolt EV 2LT (perforated leather seats) and the KIA EV6, and according to them, the Bolt EV's seats were "much more comfortable." To me, they were about the same, so I think that might have been due to seating position. Either way, it's a good example of how far the Bolt EV's seats have come in terms of comfort.
The seats in my 2021 Premier were super uncomfortable when I first bought the car. After about 3-4 months, they broke in nicely and I actually really enjoy them now.
It's mandatory to complain about the seats and tap on the dash and say plasticy
I have a 2020 Bolt and also bought the extended charger. I have used it only once. If you travel less than 50-60 miles daily, the 110 charger is more than adequate.
I prefer a Level 2 charger as I only have to charge maybe an hour a day to get more charge than a Level 1 does overnight.
Puts a little less wear on the battery to charge longer at a lower rate too
@@CGrantL got stats to back up this claim? With liquid cooled battery packs this should not be an issue.
220 would be more efficient. Negligible at that point probably
@@mowcowbell should not? Well a slower charge has always been nicer to batteries. So unless in a hurry I'd stick to slower is mo' better.
I have a question for those who own a Bolt in weather such as in Las Vegas or Phoenix. I live in one of these climates. What if I park my car inside my garage and charge it as normal with a 240 volt outlet, but then I drive to work and there is no shade for the car, and no power available to plug into, not even level 1? Certain parts of the day during the summer easily reach over 100 and sometimes over 110 F, how will the car behave? Does it have to constantly run the cooler for the battery, and will I come back out to the car at the end of my shift with significantly reduced charge left? Or is it really not that bad? Or does it not need to cool the battery if the car is parked and hasn't been driven for several hours?
One of the bummers of the Bolt is that Chevy didn't use a heat pump in place of essentially a stove burner to heat the interior; it would have cost more, but I think it would have been worth the extra cost.
It didn't stop me from ordering a Bolt EUV though.
Subaru Solterra same thing
Great Review......... I got a Chevy recently - Great Power - Great Quality - Great Interior..... It also doesn't hurt that I can get 33 MPG from a 490 + HP Gas V8.......
Got them all fixed already!
We've had our Bolt for 3 years. No issues other that the recall. My wife is a short woman so she uses an old wooden cane to pull the hatch down She's done this on every hatchback we've owned.
😆 that’s awesome.
Yes me too! The only issue with me was the recall.
We did not take the time to read the owners manual. So for 6 months we charged at 8 Amps. I was watching a youtube video of a person that found a very strange way to charge his car faster by messing with the plug. This pushed me to think we might be able to charge it faster by just reading the manual. In the mainual, we found that you could set the charging amps to 12 amps from 8 amps. This made a big difference in our Chevy Bolt lives! We have to set it to 12 amps each time we charge it. I wish I could flip that around. I also installed a heat detector above the car so that I have time to get out of the house if the car over heats and burns the house down. We love our Bolt now that we charge at 12 amps! We own a 2020 Bolt.
That’s only for level 1 charging though, correct?
I should point out that I was using a 120 Volt outlet.
That’s what I thought. It’ll definitely help your charge times if you only have access to 120V charging
Awesome video dude!
I'm in the market for a new car as my 2001 Blazer is basically on life support haha. Definitely considering going electric as I am 100% on board with the electric car movement, so hopefully the recent announcement of the price reduction on the 2023 Bolts will be enough to let me make the plunge. Either that or I'm going to hold out as long as possible to save up for the EV Equinox or EV Blazer. How was the experience of Chevy installing the 240v line for at-home charging?
Thanks so much! The price reduction is awesome, such a good value.
The Blazer EV looks incredible. It may end up being my next EV.
I have a whole video on that installation process in more detail: ua-cam.com/video/D7ZuaXLCcOQ/v-deo.html
You don’t have to wait for 2023 Models as 2022 Models have a $6,300 rebate available on a purchase option.
100% on board ehh? I’m sure your not a paid Ad or anything.
@@d.p.9567 Boi idgaf if I was paid or not, I'd shill out for an electric car if it meant my shitbox wouldn't stall at red lights anymore
@@d.p.9567 Lol, you are tripping dude
Glad they're bringing the Bolt back as an Ultium car. It fits a hole in their EV lineup.
I actually have a Bolt EUV on order. The dealership has it but GM won't allow them to sell until the battery is replaced. That has been my only beef. I'd rather have the car and replace the battery when it's available. Right now I have to wait until the battery is replaced. I'm super excited to get it. Test drove one and was blown away. Did not feel like a GM product and I'm a GM guy.
Exciting! Similar situation with a car I’m looking to buy in the next month
@@Noneya2224 good luck. With the high fuel prices, EVs will be hard to come by. My neighbor just got a Polestar... the dealership HAD 20 or more but they are all gone. He has no idea when he'll get more
Me too in 2017 now have 2020 going to lease swap for 2023 Bolt LT or maybe EUV.
Just curious, did you get your car yet? I'm looking into the EUV but the local dealer is also waiting on batteries. They said it could be any amount of time, a week, a month, etc
@@ShamanNoodles I'm still waiting... don't have it yet. My dealership called as said they have a Premier available and a LT Metallic Gray. Since I already have a Metallic Gray Subaru and don't need the premier, I'll wait for the silver LT that I picked out. They were able to finally get the battery on order. They have about 10 Bolts sitting on their lot cuz of GM
For the door locking button, try not putting your whole hand touching the door handle, just try touching the button with your thumb or finger. I ran into the same problem with another vehicle
I have the 2022 premier edition and I just put on 20k. This has been an awesome purchase as gas prices soar. My only issue is that the supercrusie stopped working around Thanksgiving or about 6 months ago. The dealership is trying to fix it but is waiting on a cable that is now on two months; I didn't really miss supercruise driving in the snow. GM dealers need to get their staff trained as this is the future. However, it seems they are selling a product that if best a dozen people in the entire state knows how it works. Hopeful to get if fixed before I get the new battery.
I recently read a forum post that sounded like your problem. They ended up reprogramming the GPS module and something else. Took a next level tech, not the average mechanic. Any stored codes?
Thanks for the review, I'm kind of interested in one. I hate infotainment displays, so I agree only need a few things. I don't see why people need them; they should be paying attention to the damn road.
Tested the premier version today for a couple of hours - impressed with it. Might well be trading my Raptor for it tomorrow. Great videos btw - been very helpful.
Very nice! Thanks so much for watching, Niall!
@@MetzTech Traded - picking it up tomorrow.
That’s awesome! What color?
@@MetzTech Grey Ghost with the S&S package. Already have the 240v install scheduled through the Chevy program. That was super simple. This might be a fairly short term cost saving exercise as I put a reservation on the Silverado EV. Hopefully that truck will live up to the hype.
Love the Grey Ghost color, saw it for the first time in person the other day. Super unique.
I’m very much looking forward to checking out the Silverado EV!
My sister had one 2021 year, Garage went in flames, Yes lawyers built a new house for her!
Sheesh. That’s awful
All those issues are warranty covered! Take it back to ur dealer and have fixed specially that possible water leak issue in between lift gate. All those issues are ccovered. I build them at orion assembly. Thanks for buying! They are a nice vehicle but I'd def have the issues ur talking about fixed at dealer while under warranty
Thanks for watching!!
I have a Bolt euv on order supposed to be delivered July 11. I'm really excited and wonder if production is going well and keeping to the schedule. I can't wait to get it 😆 thank you for building for us 🧰👨🏭
Leather seats are colder in the winter when starting out and hotter in the summer than cloth seats. This could impact your mileage due to use of electric heating and electric air conditioning. Loved this video, thanks.
I'm not normally into the all black look, but your faux redline edition EUV looks great. It looks much less base modely. (That's a word right?) I'm debating between the Kona EV, Bolt EV, and BOLT EUV. I don't love the styling of any of them, especially not the base model EUV, but you're solution might be the best looking option. Well done!
Thanks so much, Chris!
I was definitely trying to make it look more premium even though it was the lower end model! Glad it turned out how I’d hoped!
Im also looking at a EUV or Kona EV. What a great video for me to find!
Have never watched one of your videos before but came here for Bolt EUV content and just wow. Your content is top notch! Overall quality, very informative, and your delivery is really nice. Got a like and a sub from me, keep up the great work!
Thank you so much, John! I really appreciate the kind words! 🙏🏻🙏🏻
Did your suspension and alignment survive that curb hop? Still drove straight afterwards?
This is shockingly good. So many bad youtube reviewers trying to sell you something with a link.
🫡 I’m here to detail my experiences as an owner…not sell Bolts! I’m glad you enjoyed the video
Thanks for the info. I live in Phoenix Az in the desert, we often take day trips for example to Flagstaff or Tucson each one from my house is about 120 miles so my question is once I get to my destination where would I plug-in to recharge to get back to my house? Also I live in a condo and I’ve seen other residents run a long extension cord from their house to the car and plugged in there what are your thoughts on that?
99% of condo"s not allow to install charging stations.
Use a long thick industrial 50 Amp extension cord. Rule: extension cord always larger than plug in cord.
I'm just over a month away from delivery on my 2023 EV - super excited that none of the cons are "deal breakers" just small QC things really
For sure! And warranty fixed everything. I love my Bolt!
Seal problem: I had the same thing with my car. Dealer fixed it. Glad to see I am not the only one.
Definitely going to look into get it fixed soon
Reading the comments , it appears everyone is in different states.
I reside in Michigan where all GM products are built and the delivery seems to be much easier, addressing issues, and cars being on the lot .
I haven’t seen anything go over MSRP . The prices have slashed a great deal.
I appreciate your review , it has assisted me in my decision.
Very informative.
All gm products are not made in Michigan
I’m curious to see how this vehicle handles during the winter season.
What a good end of the year summary!! Thank you for the good, the bad and the ugly!
I have two Bold EVs and love them. They are the perfect city cars, being a subcompact on the outside with plenty of room on the inside. I'm sorry the EUV got longer without enlarging the inside as much.
The back seat room on the EUV is noticeably more roomy than the EV, IMO
@@MetzTech Look to be roomy enough for full size car seats? Might be looking at the 23's as I just read on Engadget that Chevy revealed pricing to be $5-6k less than the 2022s for both models (EV/EUV), starting at ~$26k and $28k.
@@dustinm2009 Yeah me 2. And if you include the government subvention you can buy it for 16 100$ (EV) and 18 400$ (EUV) wich is incredible. And that's with the taxes included. Juste have to wait and see before they hit us with them "hidden fees"
The EUV is much roomier vs. the EV than what the official specs suggest, due to the way the measurement is made (by law). Some of the extra cargo room featured by the EUV is not properly reflected in the numbers.
This is definitely accurate. The EUV feels much more spacious
One of the new things I’ve been seeing in Alaska is how many bolts there are on the road then any other EV
How many Bolts, in total, are GM actually selling in 2022? I've heard, due to the highly publicized fires, it's no longer a desired vehicle. And, thank LG Chem for destroying its reputation if that is the case.
When GM lost the incentive, I purchased a 2021 Kona EV. It was a very good vehicle, but was wary of the resale value due to LG Chem batteries catching on fire so traded it in for a 2022 Ioniq 5. GM needed to do two things with the updated version of the Bolts:
1. Change the name
2. Improve the charging rate
3. Bonus - dump LG Chem as a supplier; instead they are used as a supplier of the highly touted Ultium batteries using 2017 technology and the resulting slow as molasses charging rate. Very disappointed with GM after such a good few years for the Bolt
The only troubles I have had with mine in 15k miles is that 1) occasionally I will look at the dashboard while its parked and the green light will NOT be on even though the car is plugged in and electricity is available in the plug (this occurs AFTER it is full charged, not during charging) whereas the manual states the light should _ALWAYS_ be on when plugged in, either blinking (charging) or steady (charged). This seems to correspond to when it is warm enough outside that the fan and possibly AC compressor came on right after charging (it never comes on DURING charging), seems like the charger is overheating and confusing _something_ in the BMS. I have taken it to the dealer and they didnt find anything, but this is also the dealer that asked me "Who makes the Volt?" when I called to see if warranty service was completed on my Volt, so...
And 2) the windshield glass reflects a LOT of light from the top of the dashboard into my eyes if it is anything like sunny outside, to the point I HAVE to wear polarized sunglasses or take a risk of not seeing cars coming at me or people in the road. The Volt had this too (worse, actually; I had hoped changing cars would fix it).
What I really wanted was a Hyundai Ioniq 5. But they were estimating THREE YEARS to deliver it, so I bought one of these. I cant bring myself to say I love it (I did love my 2g Volt and my '06 Accord 4-cyl 5-spd), but I like it a lot.
Recently I discovered that, due to the new rebate program NOT covering Ioniqs, they are actually available on the lot now! I went and looked at one the other day to see if I might want to upgrade, but honestly even if it was an even swap (it would not be _anything like_ an even swap) I would be reluctant. The Ioniq is HUGE; I have gotten used to being able to get into any space without worrying much about door dings with the Bolt. The Bolt display is nicer, back seat is same size and trunk is larger. I usually love new toys, but not sure the juice is worth the squeeze in this case (especially $30k worth of squeeze).
Nice review! My Euv will enter production in June so hopefully will get it sometime in August or September; what was the maximum range you archived in warm weather on full charge?
How is the suspension? Is too soft or bouncy over potholes or bumps?
Thanks
Stefan, Currently restricted to 80% charge until I get the new battery (which your new car will already have). Before the 80% restriction, I was getting 300-325 miles on a full charge. Regen is your best friend, can substantially increase your range. Learning how to use one pedal driving and the regen paddle by the steering wheel is essential for best mileage. Personally I seldom use the brakes, just try to maintain a safe distance behind the car in front of me and let regen and use the paddle to come to a full stop.
@@leonardwright2835 Thanks! Sounds impressive!
Can I ask you how much you paid and. Where you purchased.
Thanks,
Paul
@@leonardwright2835 Also use the CC for any non city distance of 1/2 mile or more, especially on freeways. I pedal up to speed, push set, take my foot off the pedal, move my eyes from mirror to mirror. Smith system of driving- keep your eyes moving- especially in rush hour traffic a lot of brain damaged egos out there- be careful. If I want more I push upper button 1 mile per hour increments. If I want less I push bottom button 1 mile per hour increments. Vot a kar!
David, I'm a firm believer in using the CC all the time. Most of my driving is city, the adaptive CC works great. Never have to worry about my speed. I was a flight instructor for many years, always taught my students to keep their head on a swivel and that's the way I drive.
Great presentation! We moved out in the country and I now have a 65 mile round trip drive. I must have a truck as we have yardwork and I also need 4 wheel drive since we live on a hill and travel over other hills in the winter. I'll keep my 2012 F150 4x4 because I need it. Since gas hit 5.00 per gallon at 17 miles per gallon it's costing me over 570.00 per month in fuel!!! The Bolt is a perfect commuter car. With electricity at 0.11 cents where I live I go from spending 570.00 per month driving the truck to roughly 50.00 per month with the Bolt. That is huge savings! I test drove the Bolt yesterday and loved it. I'm going back today to place my order for a 23' model.
Thanks so much! That’s a perfect scenario to have a cheap city cruiser 👍🏼
So I wonder what kind of range these things get if you're in a desert climate. Also, will the desert climate degrade the battery life prematurely?
Cold weather will generally create a lower range in an electric vehicle
Hot climates are much preferred over cold climates. Running your a/c is about a 2% batt hit whereas the heater can be a 25% hit.
In addition, the car can tell you what mileage it will cost you to run the ac or heater by simply toggling the ac off/on. The mileage estimator will change accordingly.
FYI , on my Alfa you can’t be grasping the inside of the door handle while pressing the button. Touching the inside of the handle is the unlock feature. Take your hand out and just poke the button with your finger, while not touching the inside of the handle. Give it a try, I don’t have a chevy Bolt , that is why I am watching. Great detail video !! Very helpful !
Thanks, Kevin! It turned out to be that I accidentally disabled the key fob, I just had to press and hold a few buttons to re-enable it and now it works perfectly!
Thanks. Great video. Definitely convinced me not to get this vehicle. Live in a colder climate and cant take a chance with 150-175 mile range whwn its cold. I work 50 miles from home and cant take a chance of being stranded if theres an accident in the cold that backs up the freeway.
I hope the takeaway wasn’t negative. It’s my favorite vehicle I’ve ever owned. But it’s definitely tougher in colder climates. All vehicles are electric and ICE. But it isn’t ideal for all scenarios!
There are hydrogen powered vehicles
If the EV car is not moving, the EV car is not using juice unlike gas cars
@@lowlifeangler I do understand that and would be fine at certain times of the year. But it gets very hot in the summer and very cold in the winter here. 115 at times in summer and 10 deg at times in winter. Not at all uncommon to have long delays due to accidents especially in winter. Rural. There are no EV chargers en route but 2-3 gas stations. Need at least 300 mi range
I live in Ohio in a rural area...we have winters also. That's why bought a Subaru Outback . For road trips and snow days
At the park on a 75 Fahrenheit November day and charging the Bolt for free while the kids play. Good times!
Thank you for such an eloquent and informative video!!! I have a question for your next one: How does using the regenerative braking feature(s) impact your battery range? You said you drive exclusively in one-pedal, but it sounds like you’re having to charge every night. Do you just drive a LOT each day or does the regen braking not charge the battery much? I’ve driven a friend’s Prius and the battery would typically charge itself fully over maybe a 30 minute ride. Though this is obviously a different system, I was hoping the Bolt would be similar.
Regen braking can only recover a portion of the car’s kinetic energy. It can’t put back in more (or even the same) energy than what was used to accelerate the car in the first place. It greatly improves overall efficiency, but does not create energy from thin air. Your friend’s Prius was recharged by the gas engine (directly or via regen), which the Bolt obviously lacks.
@@chmd22 thank you for explaining!!!
having an inverter in your suv is like party over here
All of the issues that you mentioned should be fixed by Chevy Under warranty.
I would suggest to you the bring car back to Chevrolet and them repair all the items. I leased it in Aug, 2021 and I do not have any complaints with the Bolt.
Got everything fixed!
You should definitely take it into the dealer to get those couple minor things fixed under the bumper to bumper warranty!
I got everything fixed already!
@@MetzTech great to hear, thanks for the content!
I just bought the Bolt 2LT with the upgraded BOSE stereo and sub, all around camera, leather interior, all power seats, just loaded -- all the stuff I could care less about because in CA there was really low inventory. I wish I had gotten the EUV now. I just like the way they look better.
Big price drop coming on the 2023 models of the Bolt. Living in NC, there are VERY few choices in that sub-$40k price point for EVs. I'm considering a lease on an EV as a second vehicle and Bolt EUV is top contender just based on availability. Bolt and Kia Niro are basically it for compact crossover EVs. Leaf's limited range disqualifies it from consideration and the Hyundai Kona isn't sold in NC.
Just don’t get a leaf air cooled battery instead of liquid cooling and no css port gas chademo even with higher trim at 60kw battery 200 mile range not worth it trading mine in next year for the bolt 2023
2022 has a $6300 rebate. 2023 does not. Basically the same price. FYI.
Forgive me for saying this and also because this is unrelated to the video, but you are a very good-looking man.
I wonder what's going to happen to the Bolts whenever the Equinox EV comes out. I hope they don't drop them but how much of a price drop they'll be able to handle without losing money?
They did that lol
@@hassanger8128 The Bolt is becoming a loss leader for GM.
Had the same problem with the doors locking on my 17 Bolt EV. Had to get new front door locks, they were over 700 dollars at the dealership but were done within warranty.
Luckily I didn’t have to do that. It was just a simple press and hold of some of the buttons on the key fob and it works perfectly now
Love my 2022 Bolt EUV. Quick, Quiet saves me dough. cheap to run. owned since July 2021
Agreed.
@@MetzTech Put some agressive Michilen Ice X snows on it this year with Fast EV 05 rims. Rek Gen flaps. Doesn't look too bad.
I found the QA issues with the seat adjustment handle, hatch handle and hatch sealing material kind of shocking. You really don't expect to see that kind of thing nowadays. It makes me think to myself "If they don't get the simple stuff right, how can I feel confident about the more complex stuff?" I am thinking about the Equinox EV, but you can bet I will be looking for those kinds of issues before I plunk the money down. Great review!
I was able to get everything fixed under warranty! I am looking forward to doing some videos on the Equinox EV when I can get my hands on one!
Thanks for watching, Robert!
@@MetzTech Great video. Absolutely fantastic review, I will definitely keep all your observations in mind for both the bolt and equinox. Is there any way to restrict the battery charge to 85-90% to extend the battery life?
Yes you can do that inside the energy menu! Thanks for watching
@@MetzTech thank you 👍
This will be my next car for sure. I’m retired and drive Uber a few days a week. Can’t wait! 👍🏻
Great review. Thank you for covering all the broken stuff. You have reaffirmed my perspective of American cars.
Thank you for this review, looking at the bolt euv and appreciate your input and opinion
Thanks for watching, Jim!
As for the seal by the rear lift gate at 8:15. There is a service bulletin to replace the seal with a new one. Ask your dealer to look up #22-NA-004 Rear Spoiler Foam Tape Seal Loose, Visible to Customer
If you're still under bumper to bumper should be good to go. Says about 0.6hr of work
Got it fixed last week!
Got myself a bolt EUV in white yesterday definitely have to look into getting my rims a black powder coat
That’ll look 🤌🏼🤌🏼🔥
Love my 2021 Bolt nothing has broke like on your lol
You speak fast, but it was a very interesting review!
Very relevant infos.
Thanks!
(I'm a non-native English speaker from Canada)
Go in to settings on your infotainment screen. Once in hit vehicle then remote start and unlock. Go into passive door entry and see if it is on. If not take it to the dealer.
I got it fixed, it was a combination of buttons on the fob itself
I found the shifter a little odd at first, but after week 3 with my EV, that lifter switch style for the reverse and drive has grown on me.
I much prefer it over what the older bolts had. That thing was weird
Great video. I'm planning on getting a bolt in Jan 2023 once the tax credit kicks back in. A 2022 or 2023 model would both work for me. Do you see any downside to waiting a few months to buy a bolt.
I'm planning on getting a bolt euv lt w convenience and driver confidence package, leather seats.
Wym when the tax credit kicks back in? I’m trying to buy the EV but I am confused about the tax credits, I live in California
since you are in california i think there is a 4,500 rebate you can apply for. driveclean.ca.gov/. i'm not in california, so i'm not familiar with what they offer.
thanks for the review. It looks like its pretty good deal for the price.
8/20/22...Watching your 1-yr review. Just those four items you mention that have broken or quality
materials is the usual Am.Made products we get. Why so many buyers still buy Foreign. I have the '19 Rogue SL AWD but if I could go Electric, butget maybe the Kona but do like the Orange Ocean. I did just think of the Bold EUV but coming is the Ev Equinox that is sharp. I am still pleased with my Rogue and surprise, support the Monarch Orange Butterfly.
YES...thanks for helping to stay away from Bolts...
I bought a 2020 Bolt Premier a year ago on June 14th. I got $13000.00 off from GM and $3000.00 off from Costco buying program. So I paid $28000.00 for a $44000.00 dollar car. I have driven 18,000 miles in a year and saved $2900.00 in fuel and $400.00 in maintenance costs. Still waiting on battery replacement. My range is similar to yours winter and summer.
Hey that’s my birthday 😆 seems like you got a great deal, hopefully you get your battery replaced soon!!
Thanks for watching!
I think I may have got the best deal of anyone in the country. Bought a 2020 LT with every available option MSRP of $41,000 got end of year sale with Costco wrote a check for $20,500 and drove the car home.
Just went through GM's buy back wrote a check for $6,000 because of usage on the 2020 I drove it 20,000 Miles and now have a 2022 premier EUV
when time to replace the batteries, how much it costs? and where they dump the batteries? are they still going to recycle it, when the battery life is over? Remember the life of the battery is over. cannot recycle anymore. where are they going to dispose it?
During summer when they regulate or have rolling blackout here in California, how can we charge our car?
Excellent re- review!
Impressive review. Sharp young man. You did a great job reviewing the Bolt.
Thanks so much 🙏🏻 I really appreciate it
Epoxy the seat handle back on. It's not like it ever needs to come off for any reason. The rear hatch handle could be glued on too, with something not permanent. Even a little caulking on the expansion pins would probably hold it in place.
Sandy Munro said that the AC is compromised by having to cool the batteries as well.
Great video. Very transparent. My thoughts:
1. I wish they had an all wheel drive version. Maybe charge $5K more. I know how to drive in the snow with 2 wheel drive, but AWD makes life easier
2. Come on, Ford. Work on the fit and finish!
3. The cold weather range is a tad worrying, but for people like me who work from home, it's fine. But 180 miles of cold weather range (at 80%) would reassure you that you're not going to be stranded somewhere with a dead battery, considering...
4. (not mentioned in this video) The car only charges at 50KW. #3 would be totally fine if you could charge at 150KW.
at first I was against it, but this new euv is handsome! Perhaps it shall be my next car. great video
Change the battery in the key fob. It may just fix your door issues
The Pacific Northwest are the tropics compared to the upper Midwest. Speaking from experience and owning EVs. No reason to worry about temperatures out NW. The wet roads will have a much larger impact over the "cold" 40F winter days out here.