USA EV Comparison: Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 3 vs Tesla Model S Plaid

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General Info

The Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of . The Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 3 (2022-2023) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as $9640 on the used car market.

The Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 3 (2022-2023) is a Hatchback, whereas the Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) is a Liftback.

Property Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 3 Tesla Model S Plaid
Years of Production 2022-2023 2021-…
Current Status Discontinued Produced
Country of Manufacture USA USA
Body Style Hatchback Liftback
Market Availability USA EU, USA
Price USA (Used) $9640 $41545
GCC Score 5.7 7.7

Range and Efficiency

While the Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 3 (2022-2023).

Property Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 3 Tesla Model S Plaid
Range (EPA) 259 mi 359 mi
Range (WLTP) - Range (WLTP) 373 mi
Range (GCC) 246 mi 329 mi
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 65 kWh 100 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 61.8 kWh 95 kWh
Efficiency per 100 mi 25.1 kWh/100 mi 28.9 kWh/100 mi
Efficiency per kWh 3.98 mi/kWh 3.46 mi/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 7.6 8.5

Charging

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 250 kW, while the Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 3 (2022-2023) maxes out at 55 kW.

Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11.5 kW.

Property Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 3 Tesla Model S Plaid
Max Charging Power (AC) 11.5 kW 11.5 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 55 kW 250 kW
Architecture 400 V 400 V
Charge Port CCS Type 1 Tesla (NACS)
Charging Score 6 7.6

Performance

The Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 3 (2022-2023) is front-wheel drive, while the Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) offers an all-wheel drive system.

The Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.

Property Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 3 Tesla Model S Plaid
Drive Type FWD AWD
Motor Type PMSM PMSM (front), 2 PMSM (rear)
Motor Power (kW) 150 kW 760 kW
Motor Power (hp) 201 hp 1020 hp
Motor Torque 266 lb-ft 1047 lb-ft
0-60 mph 6.5 s 2 s
Top Speed 91 mph 200 mph
Performance Score 3.6 8.5

Dimensions

The Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) is longer and wider, but the Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 3 (2022-2023) is taller.

The Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

Property Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 3 Tesla Model S Plaid
Length 163.2 in 197.7 in
Width (with Mirrors) 80.3 in 86.2 in
Width (w/o Mirrors) 69.5 in 78.2 in
Height 63.4 in 56.3 in
Wheelbase 102.4 in 116.5 in

Cargo and Towing

The Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.

A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…), but the Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 3 (2022-2023) doesn’t have one.

Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in the US.

Property Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 3 Tesla Model S Plaid
Number of Seats 5 5
Curb Weight 3589 lb 4776 lb
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 16.6 ft3 25 ft3
Cargo Volume (Max) 57 ft3 61.4 ft3
Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk) 3.1 ft3
Towing Capacity - Towing Capacity - Towing Capacity
Cargo and Towing Score 4.8 6.1
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