Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus vs Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1

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General Info

Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus (2019-2021) for as low as $11828, while the Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 (2017-2019) begins at $6995.

The Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus (2019-2021) is a Sedan, whereas the Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 (2017-2019) is a Hatchback.

Property Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1
Years of Production 2019-2021 2017-2019
Current Status Discontinued Discontinued
Country of Manufacture China, Germany, USA USA
Body Style Sedan Hatchback
Market Availability EU, USA USA
Price USA (Used) $11828 $6995
GCC Score 6.5 5.1

Range and Efficiency

Even though the Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 (2017-2019) has a larger battery, the Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus (2019-2021) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.

Property Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1
Range (EPA) 263 mi 238 mi
Range (WLTP) 278 mi - Range (WLTP)
Range (GCC) 244 mi 226 mi
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 55 kWh 60 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 52.5 kWh 57 kWh
Efficiency per 100 mi 21.5 kWh/100 mi 25.2 kWh/100 mi
Efficiency per kWh 4.65 mi/kWh 3.96 mi/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 8.3 7.1

Charging

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus (2019-2021) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 170 kW, while the Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 (2017-2019) maxes out at 50 kW.

The Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus (2019-2021) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 7.7 kW, whereas the Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 (2017-2019) is limited to 7.2 kW.

Property Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1
Max Charging Power (AC) 7.7 kW 7.2 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 170 kW 50 kW
Architecture 400 V 400 V
Charge Port Tesla (NACS) CCS Type 1
Charging Score 5.7 4.3

Performance

The Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus (2019-2021) is rear-wheel drive, while the Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 (2017-2019) offers a front-wheel drive system.

The Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus (2019-2021) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.

Property Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1
Drive Type RWD FWD
Motor Type 1 motor: PMSM 1 motor: PMSM
Motor Power (kW) 239 kW 150 kW
Motor Power (hp) 320 hp 201 hp
Motor Torque 310 lb-ft 266 lb-ft
0-60 mph 5.3 s 6.9 s
Top Speed 140 mph 91 mph
Performance Score 5.2 3.5

Dimensions

The Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus (2019-2021) is longer and wider, but the Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 (2017-2019) is taller.

The Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus (2019-2021) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

Property Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1
Length 184.8 in 164 in
Width (with Mirrors) 82.2 in 80.3 in
Width (w/o Mirrors) 72.8 in 69.5 in
Height 56.9 in 62.8 in
Wheelbase 113.2 in 102.4 in

Cargo and Towing

The Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus (2019-2021) features a larger trunk, but the Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 (2017-2019) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.

A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus (2019-2021), but the Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 (2017-2019) doesn’t have one.

Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in the US.

Property Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1
Number of Seats 5 5
Curb Weight 3627 lb 3580 lb
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 19.8 ft3 16.9 ft3
Cargo Volume (Max) 43.6 ft3 56.6 ft3
Cargo Volume (Frunk) 3.1 ft3 - Cargo Volume (Frunk)
Towing Capacity - Towing Capacity - Towing Capacity
Cargo and Towing Score 5.1 4.7
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