Used Chevrolet Bolt EV for Sale nearWilmington, NC

How much does the Chevrolet Bolt EV cost in today's market?

Used Chevrolet Bolt EV prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Chevrolet Bolt EV's current nationwide average price is $18,173, and over the past year that nationwide average reached a low of $14,262. Recently, prices have eased on the 2022 models, while other recent model years have held firm or risen.

Is the Chevrolet Bolt EV a good car?

Yes — the Chevrolet Bolt EV is a strong used-EV pick if you want value, range, and everyday practicality. The all-generations owner rating is 4.8/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Bolt EV for its impressive electric range, zippy driving feel, and spacious cabin. Across the model years, the recurring positives also include one-pedal driving and strong value for money, which help it stand out as a practical daily driver.

Expert reviews rate the 2022 and 2018 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs that show up in expert reviews are road noise, interior materials, and control placement, along with some comments about charging speed on longer trips in earlier years.

31.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Chevrolet Bolt EV models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently point to the Bolt EV’s practicality, strong range, and easy daily use as its biggest strengths. The model also earns repeated praise for value, a comfortable ride, and a spacious cabin, which helps it feel like a sensible long-term commuter EV.

• Owners rate the Chevrolet Bolt EV between 3.8 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For long-term ownership, used buyers should focus on battery condition, charging habits, and service history so you can feel confident about the car’s remaining life.

What should I look for when buying a used Chevrolet Bolt EV?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 85.5% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Chevy Safety Assist
• Infotainment: a 10.2-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto
• Range & charging: 65-kilowatt-hour battery pack, up to 90 miles of range in just 30 minutes, and about 20 miles of range for every hour of charging
• Battery health: Check the battery state-of-health, review how the car has been charged over time, and confirm the remaining battery warranty so you understand what coverage still applies

Which Chevrolet Bolt EV trim should I buy?

The 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV offers these trims:

• 1LT: This is the value-focused choice, with 17-inch aluminum wheels, heated and power-adjustable side mirrors, solar-absorbing glass, manual front seats, a 60/40 split-fold rear seat, automatic climate control, and a 10.2-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto.
• 2LT: This trim adds heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and leather seats, making it the better pick if you want the most comfort and convenience.

What Chevrolet Bolt EV do most buyers choose?

The Chevrolet Bolt EV years with the most listings are 2022, 2023, and 2021.

Higher-volume model years tend to draw more shoppers because they give you more inventory to compare, which can make it easier to find the right price, condition, and equipment mix. They also tend to be the years buyers cross-shop most often, so you usually see stronger deal activity around them.

What is the Chevrolet Bolt EV's resale value?

The price movement is mixed, with one recent year essentially flat and several others moving higher year over year. That means used buyers can still find some relative stability in the market, but other model years have become more expensive over the past year. The strongest gains are concentrated in the years that have risen the most.

The 2022 model year is holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2020, 2023, and 2017 model years have held their value best, with prices flat to rising year-over-year.

Is the Chevrolet Bolt EV safe?

• 2022: 9/10
• 2021: 8/10
• 2018: 9/10
• 2017: 8/10

Chevy Safety Assist is standard on the 2022 Bolt EV.

For the safest used buy, the 2018 and 2022 models both post the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Chevrolet Bolt EV now?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2022 model is at −0.71% versus a year ago.
• Deal availability: The 2022 model has 34.4% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2022 model has the most listings at a current average price of $18,777. The Chevrolet Bolt EV offers a spacious cabin and strong everyday practicality.

If you're buying used today, the 2022 model year offers the best mix of value and availability.

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 27, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.