Global EV Comparison: Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 vs Renault Zoe Z.E. 50 R135
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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 Renault Zoe Z.E. 50 R135 (2019-2024) for as low as €9950, while the Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 (2017-2019) was never offered for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 | Renault Zoe Z.E. 50 R135 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2017-2019 | 2019-2024 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | USA | France |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | USA | EU |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €9950 |
| GCC Score | 5.1 | 5.6 |
Range and Efficiency
The Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 (2017-2019) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Renault Zoe Z.E. 50 R135 (2019-2024).
| Property | Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 | Renault Zoe Z.E. 50 R135 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 383 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 385 km |
| Range (GCC) | 364 km | 327 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 60 kWh | 54.7 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 57 kWh | 52 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.7 kWh/100 km | 15.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.39 km/kWh | 6.29 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7 | 6.5 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 50 kW.
The Renault Zoe Z.E. 50 R135 (2019-2024) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 (2017-2019) is limited to 7.2 kW.
| Property | Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 | Renault Zoe Z.E. 50 R135 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.2 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 50 kW | 50 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.3 | 6.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 (2017-2019) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 | Renault Zoe Z.E. 50 R135 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | EESM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 150 kW | 100 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 201 hp | 134 hp |
| Motor Torque | 360 Nm | 245 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.2 s | 9.5 s |
| Top Speed | 146 km/h | 140 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.5 | 2.5 |
Dimensions
The Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 (2017-2019) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Renault Zoe Z.E. 50 R135 (2019-2024).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 | Renault Zoe Z.E. 50 R135 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4166 mm | 4087 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2039 mm | 1945 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1765 mm | 1787 mm |
| Height | 1595 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2601 mm | 2588 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.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 | Renault Zoe Z.E. 50 R135 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1624 kg | 1577 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 479 l | 338 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1603 l | 1225 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.7 | 4.2 |
