Tesla Model 3 vs. Chevy Bolt: How they compare

Tesla's first mass-market vehicle, the Model 3, is expected to go head-to-head with the Chevrolet Bolt, which falls in the same price category and mileage range.Despite the fact that Tesla enthusiasts and Chevy owners have vastly different demographics, the cars compete on the smallest of details and specs. Tesla buyers are expecting their new Model 3s to come with a whole host of cool technology such as self-driving features and other widgets to wow their friends.But to get those options, customers will have to pay about $14,000 more. For the vast majority of buyers looking to get in on the most-hyped features of the Model 3, the car will cost nearly $50,000.The first wave of Model 3s feature the long-range battery, which adds $9,000 to the base price for 310 miles of range. The standard battery on the base model, which Tesla said will come this fall, will have a 220-mile range.Along with the long-range battery, there is a list of features that can bump up the touted $35,000 sticker price. Any color other than black costs an additional $1,000, and 19-inch sport wheels come at $1,500.Enhanced Autopilot — Tesla's semiautonomous driving system — will cost $5,000. Full self-driving capability, which requires enhanced Autopilot, is another $3,000.Do all these upcharges mean the Chevy Bolt, which Consumer Reports said last week set a record for electric range after going 250 miles on battery power, is a better buy for tech-savvy buyers? Let's take a look at the cars side by side.Tesla Model 3 vs. Chevrolet Bolt Tesla Model 3Chevrolet BoltRange220 miles238 milesBattery50-55 kWh, reportedly*60 kWhFast charging130 miles in 30 minutes90 miles in 30 minutes0 to 60 mph5.1 seconds6.5 secondsTop speed130 mph93 mphDrivetrainrwd (awd in 2018)fwdWheelbase113.2 in.102.4 in.Length184.8 in.164.0 in.Wheels18 in. (19 in. optional)17 in.Cargo15 cu. ft.16.9 cu. ft.Display15-in. center display10.5-in. center display, 8-in. information clusterConnectivityWi-Fi, LTE, BluetoothWi-Fi, LTE, BluetoothKeyless entryYesYesLane-keep assistOptional with $5,000 Autopilot upgradeOptional with $4,000 upgradeAdvanced cruise controlOptional with $5,000 Autopilot upgradeOptional with $4,000 upgradeAutomatic brakingStandardOptional with $495 packageVehicle warranty4 years/50,000 miles3 years/36,000 milesBattery warranty8 years/100,000 miles8 years/100,000 milesDelivery12-18 monthsImmediate (subject to dealer availability)Base price**$35,000$36,620* Source: Electrek** Without federal or state tax credits or shipping

Tesla Model 3 vs. Chevy Bolt: How they compare

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