Global EV Comparison: Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 vs Lucid Air Pure AWD
Struggling to Decide? Let AI Help!
Your AI Summary Is Ready!
General Info
Both vehicles have been discontinued and were never available for sale in Europe.
The Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 (2017-2019) is a Hatchback, whereas the Lucid Air Pure AWD (2023-2024) is a Sedan.
| Property | Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 | Lucid Air Pure AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2017-2019 | 2023-2024 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | USA | USA |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Market Availability | USA | USA |
| GCC Score | 5.1 | 7.7 |
Range and Efficiency
The Lucid Air Pure AWD (2023-2024) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 (2017-2019).
| Property | Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 | Lucid Air Pure AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 383 km | 660 km |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 725 km |
| Range (GCC) | 364 km | 612 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 60 kWh | 94 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 57 kWh | 92 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.7 kWh/100 km | 15 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.39 km/kWh | 6.65 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.1 | 10 |
Charging
The Lucid Air Pure AWD (2023-2024) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 200 kW, while the Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 (2017-2019) maxes out at 50 kW.
The Lucid Air Pure AWD (2023-2024) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 19.2 kW, whereas the Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 (2017-2019) is limited to 7.2 kW.
| Property | Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 | Lucid Air Pure AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.2 kW | 19.2 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 50 kW | 200 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | - Architecture |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.3 | 8.8 |
Performance
The Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 (2017-2019) is front-wheel drive, while the Lucid Air Pure AWD (2023-2024) offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Lucid Air Pure AWD (2023-2024) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 | Lucid Air Pure AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 150 kW | 358 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 201 hp | 480 hp |
| Motor Torque | 360 Nm | 922 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.2 s | 4.2 s |
| Top Speed | 146 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.5 | 6.5 |
Dimensions
The Lucid Air Pure AWD (2023-2024) is longer and wider, but the Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 (2017-2019) is taller.
The Lucid Air Pure AWD (2023-2024) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 | Lucid Air Pure AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4166 mm | 4975 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2039 mm | 2195 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1765 mm | 1936 mm |
| Height | 1595 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2601 mm | 2960 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 (2017-2019) 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 Lucid Air Pure AWD (2023-2024), but the Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 (2017-2019) doesn’t have one.
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 | Lucid Air Pure AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1624 kg | 2246 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 479 l | 456 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1603 l | 627 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 283 l |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.7 | 5.1 |
