If you are shopping for a 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV and want to know what dealers are actually charging, what a fair price looks like across both trims, or how to get the best deal before walking into a showroom, this guide covers exactly what you need. Chevrolet discontinued the Bolt after the 2023 model year, and the 2027 marks its return by popular demand for what GM describes as a limited production run. The returning Bolt brings a new LFP battery, 150 kW DC fast charging that adds range approximately 2.5 times faster than the previous generation, a native NACS port giving direct Tesla Supercharger access, Vehicle-to-Home bidirectional charging capability, and a brand-new RS trim for the first time in Bolt history. GM’s official announcement confirmed the LT at $27,600 before the $1,395 destination charge, and the RS at $31,600 before destination, making the Bolt one of the most affordable new electric vehicles available in the United States. A KBB listing already shows an RS at $36,784 against a $36,185 MSRP, above sticker, confirming that demand is outpacing supply at some dealers. Click the “Get Prices” button above to use our Insider Access to Dealer Pricing tool and get real competitive quotes from Chevrolet dealers near you in minutes.
Chevrolet’s own website confirms the 2027 Bolt starting MSRP at $28,995 with destination included, consistent with the LT’s $27,600 base plus the $1,395 destination charge. The RS starts at $31,600 before destination, or $32,995 with destination. Both trims use the same 65 kWh LFP battery, the same single front-mounted electric motor, the same front-wheel drive, and the same GM-estimated 255 miles of range. The RS adds a distinct sport visual identity and a bolder interior at a $4,000 premium over the LT, with an as-shown price of $32,795 on Chevrolet’s own website reflecting optional equipment. The 2027 Bolt competes against the Tesla Model 3, Hyundai Ioniq 5, Chevrolet Equinox EV, and Kia EV6, though at $28,995 with destination it undercuts all of them at the base level by a meaningful margin.
The federal $7,500 new EV purchase credit ended for vehicles acquired after September 30, 2025 under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, the same change covered in every EV article in this guide series. This applies to the 2027 Bolt the same way it applies to the Ioniq 5, EV6, Equinox EV, and every other new EV in this guide. Some dealer websites describe the 2027 Bolt as qualifying for the Clean Vehicle Credit, which may refer to commercial or fleet purchase programs rather than the standard consumer purchase credit. Buyers purchasing a 2027 Bolt for personal use today should not expect the $7,500 consumer purchase credit to apply. A federal deduction of up to $10,000 annually on loan interest is available for domestic-assembled vehicles for qualified buyers. Confirm the Final Assembly Point on the Monroney sticker before purchase. State-level EV incentives in California, Colorado, New York, New Jersey, and other states that operate independently of the federal credit are worth checking before finalizing your purchase.
As a returning model in its first production year with limited availability, the 2027 Bolt does not yet have the transaction volume that established models like the Ioniq 5 or Equinox EV carry in this guide series. The gap between MSRP and dealer invoice on the 2027 Bolt typically runs approximately $700 to $1,200 depending on trim and packages. Chevrolet’s dealer holdback adds roughly 2 to 3 percent of base MSRP back to the dealer after each vehicle sells, which on a $28,995 LT represents approximately $580 to $870 in margin beneath the invoice figure.
The KBB listing showing an RS at $36,784 against a $36,185 MSRP, above sticker by $599, confirms that some dealers are pricing above MSRP in markets where demand is outrunning supply. This is the same pattern documented on the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6 earlier in this guide series. Getting multiple competing dealer quotes is more important here, not less, precisely because individual dealer pricing varies more significantly when supply is constrained. Our Insider Access to Dealer Pricing tool puts real competing local dealer quotes in front of you before you ever step onto any lot.
GM explicitly describes the 2027 Bolt as returning by popular demand for a limited time, with GM leadership stating “the Bolt is coming back, by popular demand and better than ever, for a limited time” and urging buyers not to miss it. GM has not confirmed total production numbers or how long the limited run will continue, which creates genuine uncertainty about inventory availability. Buyers who want a 2027 Bolt and find one at or near MSRP should weigh that inventory context seriously. Unlike most vehicles in this guide series where shopping multiple dealers over several weeks produces the best outcome, the Bolt’s limited availability may justify moving more quickly when a well-priced example is found. At the same time, the above-MSRP KBB listing confirms that not every dealer is pricing fairly. Getting competing quotes from multiple dealers remains the most reliable way to identify which dealers in your area are pricing at or near sticker versus above it.
Both trims share the same powertrain, battery, range, and safety suite. The decision between them is entirely about styling preference and the RS’s sport interior treatment.
LT ($28,995 with destination)
At $27,600 before destination, the LT delivers everything most drivers need: 255 miles of estimated range, 150 kW DC fast charging, a large 11.3-inch Chevrolet Infotainment touchscreen, Google built-in with Google Maps and Google Assistant, and a comprehensive safety suite including automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, and forward collision alert. An optional Tech Package adds a rear camera mirror and wireless phone charging for buyers who want those specific features. The NACS port for Tesla Supercharger access is standard. Vehicle-to-Home bidirectional charging is standard, allowing the Bolt to power home appliances during an outage. For buyers whose priority is the lowest possible price on a practical, well-featured electric hatchback with access to the largest public fast-charging network in North America, the LT delivers that completely.
RS ($32,995 with destination)
The RS adds a distinct sport visual identity and a bolder interior at a $4,000 premium over the LT. Specific RS distinctions include unique exterior styling cues, a sport-themed black interior with red stitching confirmed by the KBB listing, and the RS badge that represents the first performance-oriented Bolt trim ever offered. The RS shares the LT’s powertrain, battery, and range entirely. For buyers who want the Bolt’s value proposition in a more visually expressive package, the RS delivers that differentiation. For buyers whose priority is maximum value per dollar, the LT’s $4,000 lower price delivers identical performance and range.
The new LFP battery enables 150 kW DC fast charging, with GM estimating 10-to-80-percent charge in approximately 25 minutes at a compatible fast charger, more than 2.5 times faster than the previous Bolt generation’s peak charging speed. In practical terms this means adding approximately 150 miles of range in roughly 25 minutes at a 150 kW or faster station. The native NACS port gives direct access to Tesla’s Supercharger network without an adapter, the same advantage the Ioniq 5 and EV6 gained for 2026. GM estimates 255 miles of driving range, consistent with the previous generation’s 259-mile EPA figure and competitive with the Chevrolet Equinox EV’s entry-level range. Level 2 home charging at 240 volts is recommended for daily use and can fully charge the Bolt overnight. The Vehicle-to-Home capability allows the Bolt to function as a home backup power source, a feature previously limited to higher-priced EVs and trucks.
Chevrolet Financial Services periodically offers promotional APR financing for well-qualified buyers. Chevrolet also maintains military appreciation pricing for active duty and veteran buyers, college graduate pricing for recent graduates, and first responder discounts. State EV incentive programs in California, Colorado, New York, New Jersey, and other states may apply independently of the expired federal purchase credit and are worth confirming with your state’s energy office before purchase. The 2027 Bolt carries GM’s standard 3-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty with an 8-year/100,000-mile battery and electric component warranty, providing long-term coverage on the components that matter most in EV ownership. Getting a competitive local dealer quote through our Insider Access to Dealer Pricing tool gives you the most accurate picture of your actual out-the-door cost before committing to anything.
Given that limited production and genuine market demand has produced above-MSRP pricing at some dealers, the goal for 2027 Bolt buyers is finding a dealer willing to sell at or near sticker rather than expecting a significant discount below it. On the LT at $28,995 with destination, a fair price is at or within $300 to $500 of sticker with a well-competing local dealer quote. On the RS at $32,995 with destination, similarly at or within $300 to $700 below sticker. Any dealer asking more than $1,500 above MSRP on either trim warrants immediate comparison-shopping against other dealers who may be pricing more competitively. Getting three competing quotes from dealers in your area through our Insider Access to Dealer Pricing tool is the most reliable way to find the dealers pricing at or near sticker versus those capitalizing on limited supply.
On a vehicle with limited production and documented above-MSRP pricing at some dealers, getting multiple local Chevrolet dealers to compete for your business is the single most effective tool for finding the best available price. Click the “Get Prices” button above to use our Insider Access to Dealer Pricing tool, select the Bolt EV trim you are considering, enter your basic information, and get real pricing from Chevrolet dealers in your area within minutes.
No showroom visit, no sales pressure, and no obligation. Whether the value-maximizing LT or the sport-styled RS fits your needs, getting competing offers first means you walk into any final negotiation already knowing which dealers in your area are pricing fairly on GM’s most affordable and most awaited EV comeback.
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