Chevy Bolt 2.0 — Way Better In (Almost) Every Way - CleanTechnica

The second-generation Chevy Bolt, arriving now in showrooms, appears as a refreshed version of the prior Bolt EUV but is substantially redesigned beneath the surface. It features a new 65 kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery replacing the previous nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) battery, significantly reducing fire risk and allowing regular charging to 100%, unlike the old battery which was recommended to be charged only to 80%. The electric motor, sourced from the Equinox EV, delivers 210 hp and 169 lb-ft of torque with improved efficiency and a revised gear ratio that enhances low-speed performance. Despite the LFP battery’s lower energy density, the Bolt 2.0 achieves an EPA-estimated range of 262 miles. It supports up to 150 kW DC fast charging, enabling a 10 to 80% charge in about 25 minutes, and includes a NACS charging port with “plug & charge” functionality expanding across networks, including Tesla’s. Priced