Chevrolet Bolt vs Nissan Leaf
At U.S. average prices both cost about $66.07 a month to charge. The Chevrolet Bolt fast-charges from 10% to 80% in about 25 minutes, vs 35 for the Nissan Leaf.
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Specs side by side
| Chevrolet Bolt | Nissan Leaf | |
|---|---|---|
| Trim | 2027 LT | 2026 75 kWh |
| Usable battery | 65 kWh | 75 kWh |
| EPA range | 262 mi | 303 mi |
| Efficiency | 24.8 kWh/100 mi | 24.8 kWh/100 mi |
| Max AC charging | 11.5 kW | 11 kW |
| Max DC charging | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| DC 10–80% | about 25 min | about 35 min |
| Full charge at home | $13.11 | $15.13 |
| Per month | $66.07 | $66.07 |
Costs at U.S. average prices, 1,000 mi a month, 80% charged at home. Specs are for the trims shown; other versions differ.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Chevrolet Bolt or the Nissan Leaf cheaper to charge?
At U.S. average prices both cost about $66.07 a month to charge. Change the state or distance in the comparison above for your own numbers.
Which charges faster, the Chevrolet Bolt or the Nissan Leaf?
The Chevrolet Bolt fast-charges from 10% to 80% in about 25 minutes, vs 35 for the Nissan Leaf. On AC the Chevrolet Bolt takes up to 11.5 kW and the Nissan Leaf up to 11 kW.
Which has more range, the Chevrolet Bolt or the Nissan Leaf?
The Nissan Leaf has the longer EPA range: 303 mi vs 262 mi. Expect less in cold weather and at high speed.
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