Chevrolet Bolt EV vs Toyota Corolla
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Toyota Corolla
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet Bolt EV1LT | Toyota CorollaLE |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 1LT | LE |
| Body style | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | electric | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 1-speed direct drive | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | electric | gas |
| Model year | 2023 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet Bolt EV1LT | Toyota CorollaLE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $26,500 | $22,725 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet Bolt EV1LT | Toyota CorollaLE |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | — | 35 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | — | 32 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | — | 41 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 | — | 13.2 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet Bolt EV1LT | Toyota CorollaLE |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 200 hp (best) | 169 hp |
| Torque | 266 lb-ft (best) | 151 lb-ft |
| Engine size | — | 2 L (best) |
| Cylinders | — | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet Bolt EV1LT | Toyota CorollaLE |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 (best) | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 57 cu ft (best) | 13.1 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 3,589 lbs | 2,955 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.3 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 106.3 in (best) |
| Length | 163.2 in | 182.5 in (best) |
| Width | 69.5 in | 70.1 in (best) |
| Height | 63.4 in (best) | 56.5 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet Bolt EV1LT | Toyota CorollaLE |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
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 | Chevrolet Bolt EV | Toyota Corolla |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1LT $26,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) | LE $22,725 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 2LT $29,700 MSRP | LE $24,975 MSRP |
| 3 | — | LE $26,375 MSRP |
| 4 | — | SE $24,180 MSRP |
| 5 | — | SE $25,165 MSRP |
| 6 | — | SE $27,415 MSRP |
| 7 | — | SE $28,815 MSRP |
| 8 | — | FX $26,780 MSRP |
| 9 | — | XSE $27,175 MSRP |
| 10 | — | XSE $28,440 MSRP |
| 11 | — | XLE $29,340 MSRP |