Chevy Bolt EV Charging Guide: Best Chargers and Accessories
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The Chevrolet Bolt EV is one of the most practical and affordable electric vehicles available. Getting the most out of it starts with the right home charging setup.
Bolt EV Charging Specs
- Battery: 65kWh (2022+), 60kWh (2017-2021)
- Onboard AC charger: 7.2kW (accepts up to 32A on Level 2)
- DC fast charging: 55kW CCS (2017-2021), 82kW (2022+)
- Level 2 full charge time: approximately 7 hours on 32A
- Connector: SAE J1772
Best Level 2 Charger for the Bolt EV
The Bolt's 7.2kW onboard charger maxes out at 32 amps. Any charger above 32A will not charge it faster — the bottleneck is the car's onboard charger, not the station.
- Portable Level 2 32A Charger — Perfect match. Full charge in 7 hours. Adjustable 16-32A, NEMA 14-50, no electrician needed.
- IYILO 40A Wall-Mount Charger — Wall-mounted plug-in. The Bolt draws 32A max, but the 40A capacity future-proofs for your next EV.
- Portable Level 1+2 16A Charger — Great for travel. Switches between 120V and 240V, fits in your trunk.
Charging Tips
- Charge to 80-90% for daily use to extend long-term battery health.
- Schedule charging during off-peak electricity hours (typically 10pm-6am) in the myChevrolet app.
- Pre-condition the battery in extreme cold for faster charging speeds.
- Use DC fast charging for road trips, not daily charging, to reduce heat stress on the battery.
Bolt EV Accessories
Keep your Bolt performing at its best with genuine replacement parts:
- Bolt EV Front Wiper Blades (26" Driver and 26" Passenger) — fits 2017-2023 Bolt EV
- 2023 Bolt EV Rear Wiper Blade (11") — exact fit for the 2023 model