Kia Niro EV
$54/month avg
Range: 253 miles
Efficiency: 3.3 mi/kWh
Electricity needed (1,000 miles): 294 kWh
Electricity needed (12,000 miles): 3,529 kWh
Daily home charging cost (1,000-mile month): $1.76
EPA range per full charge: 247 miles
How Much Does It Cost to Charge a Chevrolet Bolt EUV
Premier configuration with home-charging cost benchmarks, state-by-state electricity comparisons, and practical monthly planning metrics.
Battery
65 kWh
Range
247 mi
Efficiency
3.4 mi/kWh
MSRP
$27,995
Chevrolet Bolt EUV remains a high-value used and budget EV search target because drivers want simple charging economics without SUV-level energy intensity. At the current home benchmark ($0.18/kWh), 1,000 miles is about $52.94. At a full public-charging pattern ($0.45/kWh), that same mileage rises to about $132.35.
Ideal For
- Budget-focused EV buyers prioritizing low running cost over premium performance.
- Urban and suburban commuters targeting lower charging cost per mile.
- Drivers comparing affordable used EV options with predictable monthly energy spend.
- Owners deciding whether occasional public charging meaningfully changes annual cost.
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Cost to Charge Chevrolet Bolt EUV at Home
Home charging snapshot using the current U.S. residential rate of $0.18/kWh.
Electricity rate used
$0.18/kWh
Energy use per 100 miles
29.4 kWh
Cost per 100 miles
$5.29
Cost per full charge
$11.70
Home cost (1,000 miles)
$52.94
Home cost (12,000 miles/year)
$635.29
Home Charging Breakdown
Cost to Charge Chevrolet Bolt EUV at Public Charging Stations
100% public charging snapshot using $0.45/kWh.
Public rate used
$0.45/kWh
Energy use per 100 miles
29.4 kWh
Cost per 100 miles
$13.24
Cost per full charge
$29.25
Public cost (1,000 miles)
$132.35
Public cost (12,000 miles/year)
$1,588.24
Public Charging Breakdown
Daily public charging cost (1,000-mile month): $4.41
Extra monthly cost vs home: $79.41 higher
Extra annual cost vs home: $952.94 higher
Compared to gas baseline: spend $155.92/year more
Seasonal Charging Cost: Chevrolet Bolt EUV
Mainstream pack profile (60-100 kWh). This band reflects most U.S. EVs. Seasonal cost variance is usually moderate, with trip pattern and charging timing as the largest levers.
Planning heuristic (not a universal rule). Reviewed monthly. Sources: AAA EV temperature testing; U.S. DOE weather and fuel-economy guidance; Recurrent model-level seasonal behavior datasets.
Winter factor range
+12% to +30%
Factor band: 1.12x-1.30x baseline.
Summer factor range
+5% to +12%
Factor band: 1.05x-1.12x baseline.
Estimated home monthly cost (1,000 miles)
Winter: $59.29-$68.82
Summer: $55.59-$59.29
Estimated public monthly cost (1,000 miles)
Winter: $148.24-$172.06
Summer: $138.97-$148.24
Precondition when plugged in and calibrate with one full winter and summer billing cycle.
Need detailed seasonal budgeting methods? Read the Winter EV Charging Cost Guide and Summer EV Charging Cost Guide.
Charging Costs by State
Top 5 cheapest states for Chevrolet Bolt EUV: North Dakota, Arkansas, Idaho, Missouri, Nebraska
| State | Rate | Monthly Cost | Annual Cost | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Dakota | $0.11/kWh | $32.35 | $388.24 | #1 |
| Arkansas | $0.12/kWh | $35.29 | $423.53 | #2 |
| Idaho | $0.12/kWh | $35.29 | $423.53 | #3 |
| Missouri | $0.12/kWh | $35.29 | $423.53 | #4 |
| Nebraska | $0.12/kWh | $35.29 | $423.53 | #5 |
| Oklahoma | $0.12/kWh | $35.29 | $423.53 | #6 |
| Iowa | $0.13/kWh | $38.24 | $458.82 | #7 |
| Kentucky | $0.13/kWh | $38.24 | $458.82 | #8 |
| Louisiana | $0.13/kWh | $38.24 | $458.82 | #9 |
| Montana | $0.13/kWh | $38.24 | $458.82 | #10 |
| Nevada | $0.13/kWh | $38.24 | $458.82 | #11 |
| North Carolina | $0.13/kWh | $38.24 | $458.82 | #12 |
| South Dakota | $0.13/kWh | $38.24 | $458.82 | #13 |
| Tennessee | $0.13/kWh | $38.24 | $458.82 | #14 |
| Utah | $0.13/kWh | $38.24 | $458.82 | #15 |
| Washington | $0.13/kWh | $38.24 | $458.82 | #16 |
| Wyoming | $0.13/kWh | $38.24 | $458.82 | #17 |
| Georgia | $0.14/kWh | $41.18 | $494.12 | #18 |
| Kansas | $0.14/kWh | $41.18 | $494.12 | #19 |
| Mississippi | $0.14/kWh | $41.18 | $494.12 | #20 |
| Arizona | $0.15/kWh | $44.12 | $529.41 | #21 |
| Florida | $0.15/kWh | $44.12 | $529.41 | #22 |
| Minnesota | $0.15/kWh | $44.12 | $529.41 | #23 |
| New Mexico | $0.15/kWh | $44.12 | $529.41 | #24 |
| Oregon | $0.15/kWh | $44.12 | $529.41 | #25 |
| South Carolina | $0.15/kWh | $44.12 | $529.41 | #26 |
| Virginia | $0.15/kWh | $44.12 | $529.41 | #27 |
| West Virginia | $0.15/kWh | $44.12 | $529.41 | #28 |
| Alabama | $0.16/kWh | $47.06 | $564.71 | #29 |
| Colorado | $0.16/kWh | $47.06 | $564.71 | #30 |
| Indiana | $0.16/kWh | $47.06 | $564.71 | #31 |
| Texas | $0.16/kWh | $47.06 | $564.71 | #32 |
| Delaware | $0.17/kWh | $50.00 | $600.00 | #33 |
| Illinois | $0.17/kWh | $50.00 | $600.00 | #34 |
| Ohio | $0.17/kWh | $50.00 | $600.00 | #35 |
| Wisconsin | $0.18/kWh | $52.94 | $635.29 | #36 |
| Maryland | $0.20/kWh | $58.82 | $705.88 | #37 |
| Michigan | $0.20/kWh | $58.82 | $705.88 | #38 |
| Pennsylvania | $0.20/kWh | $58.82 | $705.88 | #39 |
| New Jersey | $0.23/kWh | $67.65 | $811.76 | #40 |
| Vermont | $0.23/kWh | $67.65 | $811.76 | #41 |
| Connecticut | $0.25/kWh | $73.53 | $882.35 | #42 |
| Alaska | $0.26/kWh | $76.47 | $917.65 | #43 |
| New Hampshire | $0.26/kWh | $76.47 | $917.65 | #44 |
| New York | $0.27/kWh | $79.41 | $952.94 | #45 |
| Maine | $0.30/kWh | $88.24 | $1,058.82 | #46 |
| Massachusetts | $0.31/kWh | $91.18 | $1,094.12 | #47 |
| Rhode Island | $0.31/kWh | $91.18 | $1,094.12 | #48 |
| California | $0.35/kWh | $102.94 | $1,235.29 | #49 |
| Hawaii | $0.42/kWh | $123.53 | $1,482.35 | #50 |
How Long Does It Take to Charge?
Level 1 (120V outlet)
Speed: 3-5 miles/hour
Time to full: 41-55 hours
Best for: Overnight charging and low daily mileage
Level 2 (240V home)
Speed: 20-28 miles/hour
Time to full: 6-10 hours
Best for: Daily home charging
DC Fast Charging
Speed: up to 150 kW (100 miles in 15 min)
Time to 80%: about 29 minutes
Best for: Road trips and fast top-ups
Networks: Tesla Supercharger, Electrify America, EVgo
Full Specifications
| Model Year | 2023 |
| Trim | Premier |
| Battery Size | 65 kWh |
| Range | 247 miles |
| Efficiency | 3.4 mi/kWh |
| Charging Speed | L1: 3-5 miles/hour; L2: 20-28 miles/hour; DC Fast: up to 150 kW (100 miles in 15 min) |
| Seating | 5 seats |
| Category | crossover |
| MSRP | $27,995 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to charge a Chevrolet Bolt EUV per month?
At $0.18/kWh home charging, Bolt EUV is about $52.94 per 1,000 miles. At $0.45/kWh public charging, it is about $132.35 for the same distance.
What is Bolt EUV charging cost per 100 miles?
Using current benchmark assumptions, Bolt EUV runs near $5.29 per 100 miles on home electricity and about $13.24 per 100 miles on full public charging.
How much more does public charging cost for Bolt EUV?
Compared with home-first charging behavior, full public charging is about $79.41 higher per month and about $952.94 higher per year for a 12,000-mile profile.
How long does Bolt EUV take to charge at home and DC fast stations?
Typical planning windows are about 41-55 hours on Level 1, 6-10 hours on Level 2, and around 29 minutes to reach 80% on DC fast charging under normal battery and station conditions.
Can Bolt EUV still save money versus gas each year?
Against a 25 MPG gas baseline at $2.98/gal, Bolt EUV saves about $797.03 per year at home-rate assumptions.
Who is Chevrolet Bolt EUV best suited for from a charging-cost view?
Bolt EUV fits drivers who want a practical, lower-cost charging profile for daily use. With a 247-mile EPA range profile, it is often strongest in home-charging-heavy routines.
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Cost assumptions: $0.18/kWh electricity,$2.98/gal gas, 25 MPG gas baseline, updated monthly.