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Chevrolet Bolt vs Nissan Leaf

Comparing the 2027 Chevrolet Bolt (from $28,595) with the 2025 Nissan Leaf (from $28,140). The Bolt offers 262 miles of range while the Leaf offers 149 miles.

Quick Take

Chevrolet Bolt hauls the most gear, while Nissan Leaf plays nicest with your phone.

Chevrolet Bolt

2027Hatchback

Chevrolet Bolt

Most Cargo Space

  • 56.3 cu ft cargo capacity
  • Seats 5
  • 169.6" long
Nissan Leaf

2025Hatchback

Nissan Leaf

Best Phone Integration

  • Apple CarPlay
  • Android Auto
Price
$28,595 - $31,600
$28,140 - $36,190
Range
262 miles
149-212 miles
Horsepower
210 hp
147-214 hp
0-60 mph
6.8 sec
6.8-7.9 sec
Battery Size
65 kWh
40-60 kWh
Drive Type
FWD
FWD
Seats
5
5
Top Speed
93 mph
89-98 mph
Towing Capacity
Unknown
Unknown
DC Fast Charging
26 min (10-80%)
40 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
7 hrs (0-100%)
7.5 hrs (0-100%)
Length
169.6"
176.4"
Width
69.7"
70.5"
Height
63.9"
61.4"
Cargo Capacity
56.3 cu ft
30 cu ft

Chevrolet Bolt vs Nissan Leaf: Which Should You Buy?

The 2027 Chevrolet Bolt and 2025 Nissan Leaf are priced almost identically, starting at $28,595 and $28,140.

In its longest-range configuration the Chevrolet Bolt covers 262 miles, 50 more than the Nissan Leaf's maximum of 212. At a DC fast charger, the Chevrolet Bolt goes from 10-80% in about 26 minutes vs 40 for the Nissan Leaf.

The Chevrolet Bolt offers 56.3 cu ft of cargo space vs 30 for the Nissan Leaf. The Chevrolet Bolt is also 7 inches shorter than the Nissan Leaf, which makes it easier to park.

Bottom line: pick the Chevrolet Bolt if cargo space is king, or the Nissan Leaf if CarPlay and Android Auto are must-haves.

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