General Motors is moving to release a vast array of all-electric vehicles in the next few years, with a commitment to launch 30 new EVs by 2025. Now, according to one recent report, one of those new models could be a new Ultium-based crossover replacement for the Chevy Bolt EV.
Per Automotive News, General Motors will replace the Chevy Bolt EV with a new Ultium-based crossover model in 2023. The outlet lists several other models in line for replacement with a zero-emission successor, including the Chevy Bolt EUV, which is also said to be in line for replacement with an Ultium-powered crossover in 2024, and the Chevy Camaro, which is said to be in line for replacement by a performance-oriented EV sedan in 2024 as well.
The publication also lists the Cadillac XT4, Cadillac XT5, and Cadillac XT6 as being replaced by the Cadillac Lyriq, Cadillac Optiq, and Cadillac Symboliq. Meanwhile, the Chevy Spark, Chevy Trax, Buick Encore, and Chevy Malibu are listed as being phased out in the next few years to make room for GM’s latest EV models.
The Chevy Bolt EV was recently refreshed for the 2022 model year, dropping cover in February alongside the all-new 2022 Chevy Bolt EUV. The refreshed Bolt EV features revised styling with an all-new front fascia, including new lighting elements, a new grille, and more.
The interior of the Chevy Bolt EV was also refreshed for the 2022 model year, with a new instrument panel, new controls, new seats, and a 10.2-inch infotainment screen paired with an 8-inch digital gauge cluster. The seats were revised to be more comfortable, while the latest safety tech is onboard thanks to the standard Chevy Safety Assist suite.
Under the skin, the current Chevy Bolt EV rides on the GM BEV2 platform, while a single-drive electric motor juiced by a 65-kWh lithium-ion battery provides the motivation with 200 horsepower, 266 pound-feet of torque, and 259 miles of range per charge.
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Wish they’d come out before my lease is up but I don’t see that happening
If it isn’t already the plan, GM have messed up.
GM should use the transition to EVs to renter segments they have bin pushed out of.
Instead of replacing the Bolt EV with an EV crossover replace the Bolt with another generation of EV hatchback while adding a EV crossover to the lineup.
You know instead of making new cars why don’t you fix the ones you have out now! So maybe we can all stop worrying about charging our cars at night! We can stop being scared we are going to burn down our houses!! I’m so glad your teams can spend time coming up with NEW car ideas why the people who bought you old “new” car ideas are worried over your messes! Thank you GM for announcing you new car concepts! Big round of applause!
So beautiful car
there is nothing said about fast charging times which are very slow now 30 minutes for 100 miles . the new models do that in 15
I believe this article has been written to DISTRACT the public from the AVALANCHE of recent bad news of the current problems GM has with the Bolt.
They should bring back the Impala and make it all EV. A classic car like that is really missed right now.
As long as the new EV model is a true crossover and not more of a hatchback like the Bolt EV is that would be more popular.
Where there is a demand GM will find it. Small x-over, mid/ large. Sports car, pick-up truck, Lux car. Family car..naah
We will run our VOLT and Cruzes as far as they will go. Economy and range!
Short life cycle to the 2022 Bolts, just read an article from GM the Bolt will either be dropped or given the new plaform and new type of battery by 2026.
Don’t forget these Bolts were suppose to be out last year, but Covid delayed their release. 2023 will be 7 years after the Bolt’s initial release, so a normal time to replace it.
Short life cycle? The “refreshed” Bolt is basically the same exact thing as the old one only it doesn’t catch fire yet. All the Bolts are antiquated and undesirable tech built in a facility that hasn’t been largely retooled in a decade.
Lowercase gm makes mostly uncompetitive garbage right now, with the exception of the Cadillac sedans, C8, and Body on frame trucks/SUVs.
gm really doesn’t get it. The Bolt should be the new VW bug of the EV world. Yes I know that it does not currently sell well but even W only sold two cars the first year that they came out. Only through refinement and improvement will you built a true customer base that will trust you to keep purchasing new gm cars. There is no strategic thinkers at gm only money grubbing prostitutes who don’t care about their customers. I’m sorry to offend anyone with my opinions I just am very disappointed in gm’s management and marketing.
GM should replace the Bolt EV & EUV with a Mach-E competitor, and it doesn’t have to be Corvette-based.
What’s the plan on the Bolt recall? How long do I have to wait?
As a current 2019 Bolt owner I would like a buyback ASAP as the battery fire risk is not at all acceptable. I am once again told to limit my charging to 90%. Besides that we are now also told to not let the range go lower than 70 miles, and not to charge overnight or in our own garage. This is just totally unacceptable. You already admit no faith in LG to get us replacement batteries at this time, and lord knows how long we all must now wait to get a REAL fix for this issue.
The brand is now DEAD and no one will want one going forward, knowing the issues involved. Insurance companies soon will raise the costs to insure these giving the fact they have known battery fire risks. I want out and full compensation ( paid price ) so I can buy something else. I do not have any faith in any GM product going forward. I have asked for a buyback twice before due to battery fire risks and I am on my third attempt to get the buyback accepted.
It is so sad how big a fan of the Bolt I was when I first bought it. Now, I am not a fan of any EV as my experience has forever been tainted by GM’s poor handling of the situation. I told them straight up that any “software fix” is no fix at all, it is just to help figure out what happens right before the fire starts. It does nothing to prevent an actual fire. Software cannot stop a physical defect…
Sadly, all current EV batteries have a very real risk of fire due to the physical makeup of current EV batteries. Flammable electrolyte is a real problem and only when the flammable conpoinaniant is removed from all these batteries will the fire danger truly be gone. Any short or high amount of heat and thermal runaway can occur in current EV batteries.
As I understand it, only solid state batteries will truly solve the EV battery fire issues. Some manufactures are very close to using solid state batteries ( Ford and BMW ) in their upcoming EV vehicles. Unless GM can put a solid state battery in my Bolt asap, I want a buyback and the time to wait until they are available in an EV. I guess I will become a Ford fan really soon as GM has no known ties to the solid state battery makers that will give them the only REAL solution here….
Just to recap, I “was” a huge Bolt fan when I bought it. Now, I am very concerned with any EV using a non solid state battery. The restriction imposed as a current Bolt owner is not what I signed up for when I bought my Bolt. I do not see GM being able to truly fix this in a timely manner, given the 170,000+ vehicles waiting for a “safe” battery replacement…
Support your customers, GM. Why am I waiting nearly a year for new batteries that won’t burn up?! Support the cars you already made. Supply us with up to date batteries.
GM is closer to solid state than Ford. Regardless, you’re not going to see solid state until 2024/2025 time-frame.
a facility that hasn’t been largely retooled in a decade.
Neither have their employees.