BMW 340i GT xDrive vs Chevrolet Bolt EV
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV
Overview
| Spec | BMW 340i GT xDrive340i xDrive | Chevrolet Bolt EV1LT |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 340i xDrive | 1LT |
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | electric |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed direct drive |
| Engine type | gas | electric |
| Model year | 2019 | 2023 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 340i GT xDrive340i xDrive | Chevrolet Bolt EV1LT |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $51,250 | $26,500 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 340i GT xDrive340i xDrive | Chevrolet Bolt EV1LT |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 20 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG (best) | — |
| Combined MPGe | — | 120 MPGe (best) |
| Electric range | — | 259 mi (best) |
| Battery capacity | — | 65 kWh (best) |
| 240V charge time | — | 7.5 hr (best) |
| Fuel tank | 15.8 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 340i GT xDrive340i xDrive | Chevrolet Bolt EV1LT |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 322 hp (best) | 200 hp |
| Torque | 330 lb-ft (best) | 266 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3 L (best) | — |
| Cylinders | I6 | — |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 340i GT xDrive340i xDrive | Chevrolet Bolt EV1LT |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 56.8 cu ft | 57 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,145 lbs | 3,589 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 6.5 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 115 in (best) | 102.4 in |
| Length | 190 in (best) | 163.2 in |
| Width | 72 in (best) | 69.5 in |
| Height | 59.4 in | 63.4 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 340i GT xDrive340i xDrive | Chevrolet Bolt EV1LT |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported (best) | 3 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW 340i GT xDrive | Chevrolet Bolt EV |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 340i xDrive $51,250 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 1LT $26,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | 2LT $29,700 MSRP |