Tesla Model 3 vs Chevrolet Bolt // Electric Face-Off 

Even if I wasn't a car enthusiast, I'd STILL watch these videos, because of how damn hilarious and well-done they are. Superb entertainment value combined with helpful info. Keep it up!

I always that that the model 3 looked kinda eh (good at some angles) but when compared to the bolt, that model 3 looks like the sexiest thing I have ever seen in my life.

"Responsive display". Waits 2 seconds for selection to change.

That intro is how you earn subscribers, including me.

I've driven both of these along with the Volt. I'm kind of surprised how many GM bashers are in the comments; Tesla as a company's not always perfect either. The Model 3's obviously the best driver of the three. Better acceleration, better steering and handling, better road feel, better driving position. It's just more fun. The Bolt's surprisingly good as well. It's not a 3, but I've found it still drives much better than most compact cars and definitely better than I'd expect from a tall hatch. The Volt...it's OK. It's certainly competent and can take back roads easily, but it feels a bit disconnected from the road so you really have it push it to have fun with it. So for the driving experience I'd say 3 > Bolt > Volt. Design and quality are best in the 3, but not by a huge amount. The interior still uses plastic, and the guy's right - the steering wheel is pretty mundane with basic materials. Panels aren't always lined up well, and issues with paint and glass have popped up online (sometimes the display models in Tesla stores have these flaws). The Volts are pretty solid with plenty of padding and plushness in their own right, but the material quality and overall design definitely feel cheaper than the 3. Then there's the Bolt. I don't know what GM was thinking, but the design's just bleh, the seats are indeed terrible, and there's a lot of hard plastic and loose trim. It feels more like a used Spark or a Sonic. For overall build quality, I'd say Volt > 3 > Bolt. Material quality and design? 3 > Volt > Bolt. One thing I find very strange is the infotainment response time in the Bolt vs. Volt. As a lot of people here point out, the Bolt is NOT responsive in this video (it's slow in my personal experience too). For some reason the 2019 Volt's is super-quick and responds immediately, just as quick as Tesla's. And yet...supposedly the Bolt and Volt share the same system. Even the pre-2019 Volt systems were faster than the Bolt's. The only thing I can figure is maybe it wasn't designed with the Bolt in mind, and the Bolt handles more functions through its screen than the Volt does, so maybe it's too much for the processor or something. Whatever the reason, the Bolt's infotainment is often remarkably slow for any modern system. GM also chose not to include adaptive cruise control on any Bolt but made it a Volt option back in 2017, so there also a few odd equipment differences between the two (all Premier Volts also have park assist; to my knowledge that's something else unavailable on any Bolt). All things being equal, a 3 would likely be better than a Bolt (the Volt, being a plug-in hybrid, is a bit of a different animal here). But price changes the game. GM hit its EV thing shortly after Tesla; I'm writing this in June so at the moment tax credits are equal for both. GM is *heavily* discounting its Bolts though. Dealers near me have some loaded 2019s listed at $10,000 off before tax credits or state rebates, and a few have had them for at least 8k off for months now. Technically GM isn't lowering the Bolt's price, but with incentives and dealer discounts a 40k Model 3 vs. a 30k Bolt becomes a different equation.

13:45 "I've had years of experience watching slightly to the right as I am a man" 😂😂😂🤣

Chevy Bolt sales are down 41% since same time last year. Also Tesla sales are up 367% since last year. Not sure if there is a link between the two, but I think GM should be worried.

Damn that bolt is fugly. It's too bad because it's a good EV. Hell I considered it for about 15 seconds before buying my Model 3.

Would take the model 3 anyday

My Model 3 is easily the best car I’ve ever owned.

When comparing a $37,000 car to a $52,000 car, I would just assume that the 52K car is going to be better.

You killed me with Froot Loop 😱

I own a 2017 Bolt. Great car. 18,000 miles in first year. Good to hear the Model 3 is a good car also.

One of these is $15k more than the other (as shown)

It's 3/3/21. Why, WHY, not more people have subscribed to you guys? Quality every video. Proper comparisons. Great energy. Keep killin it.

I'm High as fuck and when James did the Froot Loops cut scene I literally LOL'd.

Great comparison! I got mine Model 3 some weeks ago and lookin’ at the screen is something you get used to! It’s such a delicious car to drive...and this minimalist design is so functional!

'It feels more like the Fiesta ST then I expected' now you've got my attention 😁

Awesome video to start the year off with! Keep it up.

The Bolt reminds me of the car GM should have built in 2005 after they built the EV1...but we all know how that story ends. The Tesla Model 3 is the next advanced stage of automotive engineering that Tesla built in ten years time. Something GM refused to do when they had the chance to pioneer and possibly dominate the EV market. GM could have destroyed every Prius and Toyota along with it. But we all know the sad history of GM and electrics. But at least we are know the bright future of Tesla!!! Don't buy a Bolt people...save up and get the Tesla...that is where the future is!

This is just a good video and I just want to tell you that I appreciate that. Thank you.

I’ll probably buy a Bolt, mostly because it won’t be as long before used examples depreciate into a price range I can afford.

lol You got me at that Frozen watch and you going "Son of a .."

Great video. Love the on-point humor you guys layered into the video. I drive a 3 and love it, agree with pretty much all your points. Can’t wait to see more videos. I’m now a subscriber :D

Killed that opening, as usual. 👏

Very fair point about the charging network in Canada. In The States, I have not had ANY problems finding a Super Charger, or a Level 2 Charger. Some Supermarkets have them too. It’s most convenient to do your weeks shopping, and charge up your car for the week at the same time... for a tenth of the price of gas. Investing in a “dryer plug” in the garage to add about 20 miles in an hour is what most of us do with EV’s as well.

Oh that ending! Love it - great spoof.

Great video guys; love the humor and creativity mixed in!!

Mid range model 3 is 2k cheaper as of today, now 44k.

Both are about the same price, here's my pros and cons for Tesla: Tesla pros: Super charge station network Looks better on the outside, inside I give to the bolt. Over the air updates Auto driving and parking Cons: Not as reliable, there has been lot of problems reported Most likely on a wait list to get I got a Bolt, prob would of got Tesla if it was more available

That intro just makes you click the subscribe button and the notification bell instantly...😄Nice one guys

5:30 “with his extra horsepower” Lmao 🤣😂

The bolt just strikes me as GM saying, “Ok, here’s an EV for you. Now be quiet we continue to make over priced junk and slash jobs.” But that’s just my 2 cents.

Entertaining and informative. Subscribed!

Thanks for doing this comparison. I can appreciate the sleek look of the Model 3 but I like the functionality of the Bolt. I like the information cluster directly in the line of sight and I like buttons over a touch screen. My husband prefers a fields of vision with less visual noise where I prefer to have what I need right in front of me. Your video has helped me realize that we just have different priorities in what we are looking for.

This is a remarkably good channel. Good job guys!

GREAT video, especially love the intro. Though you didn't talk about Tesla Enhanced Autopilot (my favorite feature), full self-driving upgradability, and over the air updates. Also, you didn't emphasize enough the advantage of the Tesla Supercharger network, which is a HUGE difference between these two options (i've driven over 75,000 miles including several 1,000+ mile road trips on the Supercharger network, with no issues).

Oh Chevy, participation 🏆 for you.

This is so entertaining, I'm Paused at 335, now to make a cup of coffee sit down and enjoy the rest of the presentation.

Wow! thanks for this. Exciting days and more ahead....good reviews. Thanks.

Had to sub for the editing alone

Thanks Doug...

I love that Laugh at the end Tom. I know you guys must dye sometimes when you make your intros. Keep up the good fun!

His "... I, as a man, have had years to learn the quick glance to the right..." had me do an honest LOL. Nicely played, sir.

Tesla has a physical control for the volume too my man, left side scroll wheel.

So happy for a new TH video! Is it bad that I will watch it at work??

Haven't heard of a Bolt spontaneously bursting into flames. That's reason enough for me to get a Bolt especially if I have my baby in the car. And after watching Richrebuilds, I rather have the Bolt....and I can lease one for $240 a month no money down, vs a base model 3 is $500 a month with $2500 down. No thanks Tesla.

Intro is hilarious 🤣

I own a bolt EV (my daily)Tesla 3 performance(wife’s daily) and a Hellcat(weekend toy). The Tesla is definitely better than the bolt in just about every way. It’s worth the extra cost imo. Still, the bolt is very fun to drive and is practical. The Bolt driving position feels higher, rides smoother and the electric motor some how sounds cooler than the Tesla imo. The bolt acceleration is quick enough for most situations, especially between 20-70mph. Btw, heads up display would have made sense but the Tesla digital mph in the middle is easy to get used to. Hellcat is my favorite. It is the most thrilling blasting down the highway, is the most comfortable and sounds the best of course.

Right now, I'm pretty split on what car I want next year. The biggest reason is price. The Model 3 on average is selling for around $43,000. The Bolt, despite the MSRP is selling for around $25k-$32 depending on the dealer. And the used market especially where you can get a Bolt with very few miles for around $20k. A $10K to $17K difference is a massive amount of money. Money that can be spent on a Level 2 charger at home or an additional payment to my mortgage. Or a battery replacement once the original battery dies. I'm mainly driving around town and very rarely venture out on road trips with my car. So distance isn't a big issue. The Model 3 beats the Bolt in looks, but the Bolt actually isn't too bad in person. Not attractive, but not offensive either. But Tesla has better software and Superchargers. And while I have almost no interest in Autopilot, it is still a nice thing to have. I'm just not sure anymore.

The intro on this video is why you guys are winning the internet!

good sense of humor, subbed!

Everyone here realizes that the different Tesla models spell sexy right? S. 3. X. Y. 😁

I hate front wheel drive in my Ford Focus Electric like he said spin, spin, spin, I destroyed my Michelins in 30K miles. I am looking forward to rear wheel drive again! Weight transfer is all but forgotten in the age of cheap front wheel drive!

Just want to say i love all the small roasts and comedy bits. It makes my horrible attention span calm. Apart from me taking a break from the video to write this.

You guys are the BEST!!!

What about the Kona EV? Great vid btw.

Try to cross the country with a Bolt and the slow chargers.

Awesome video!!! so hilarious! great job guys!

Great video. You guys are great. I just ordered a model 3 long range dual motor 5 days ago but I do have to defend the Bolt on the lack of superchargers. Unless you’re doing frequent long trips, plugging your car in every time you park at home will be more than enough charge 95% of the time. We’re so programmed after 100 years of gas stations that we must find one before we run out! I went from a Kia Soul gas to Rav 4 Hybrid to my first EV the Model 3.

No Contest. When the 35k model 3 comes out there would be NO reason to look at a bolt.

I am not a car person. I absolutely LOVE my Model 3. It is the best thing I have ever owned. I never get sick of driving it.

That got me so bad when james said "son of a....." Lmfao

I never realized Froot wasn't spelled normally. Liked and subscribed for this life changing info.

Had the Model 3 for a month. Only complaint is Tesla is HORRIBLE in communicating to the buyer and they tend to screw up everything. They tried to deliver to the wrong address, they screwed up the paperwork, they haven't sent in my title/tag registration. You name it... they screw it up That said, I drove a friend's Bolt and I would never give up my Model 3 over it.

That James guy is genuinely funny.

Subscribed! Great video- very entertaining. Tesla makes a great vehicle for being such a young company. It's more like an energy/battery company making vehicles. They're not perfect, but they're a lot better than the alternatives. Love Mercedes AMGs, but we will only drive EVs from now on. Our new update offers gas now (inside the car)

Keep these intros coming👍👍👍

2:56 only a few people will really get that clip lmfao I feel said for that girl in the original

Hahahaha best intro I've seen in a car review

that intro was legendary 😂😂

Loving the Family guy-esque cut aways... More please. I'm so close to subscribing, somebody finish me off!

Thanks for the posting. Curious however as to why compare the two? Only maybe because they're both electric and have similar range... well OK? They're completely different cars, for different consumers. And remember, the lowest spec Model 3 is still $10k more than the highest spec Bolt in Canada. So you'd expect it to be better. I think it's better to compare the Bolt against the upcoming Hyundai Kona and the Kia Niro. These are all similar platforms with similar price tags, all aimed at the same buyer. It's correct to mention the Bolt beat both of these to market by two years. The Bolt is relatively unchanged in three model years and up against both of these brand new offerings.

correction, US does not give 7500 anymore for every tesla sold, not since jan 1st

That intro is cute, you get a like on that. Just a viewer's feedback though, if you are going for that type of intro feel and start the scene with some music, might want to have that continue with some music for the rest of the scene. Because it felt pretty cheesy when the music stopped and it was just you guys talking with traffic as background noise.

tesla guy: this is a gorgeous, powerful sportscar. Bolt guy: this white trim is unique

I always liked the sound of electric motors spooling up. They sound like turbines - which I like :)

Best thing about the Bolt is the more NORMAL interior. And it's a Hatchback, has a nice stereo WITH Android Auto/ Car play . Back seat on the M3 I'd pretty bad.. low and uncomfortable. And it's a sedan that not very practical. The range your talking about is interesting.. I've seen people in California getting 300+ miles. I drove both back to back.. Tesla is FAST, quiet, rides better. But the Bolt is more practical. Seats are an low point on the Bolt, though I didn't find them that uncomfortable..

When he pressed the watch 😂😂😂

I love the skits so funny lol keep it up

Tesla has taught the world that EVs can look like normal cars (somewhat) but other manufacturers have yet to act on it, AND THEY NEED TO!

Why the @$#& don't you guys have more subscribers?? Your channel is awesome!!

I kinda like the Bolt. Tesla's are everywhere here in Charlotte NC. I drive a Honda S2000 but would love the Bolt to be my get around car.

Just found this channel hilarious new sub 🙂

Electric cars don't really need noise, but if anything NEVER ADD ARTIFICIAL SOUNDS

The tesla actually looks like a luxury car and actually worth it’s price. The Bolt looks like an Aveo that they stuck an electric motor and battery in.

I had no idea that Froot Loops was spelled differently either! 😂 Throttle House keeps on schooling me.

That green color is a cool color that Porsche Cayman has named Acid Green, Lamborghini Huracan names theirs Verde Mantis.

"Okay yes, this is somewhat of a ridiculous color. It is somewhere between a phlegm, and a lime" -Thomas

Have I found another super duo like The Straight Pipes??!

Model 3 is cool but that giant center screen can kick rocks! I love the bolt but it doesn’t have a moon roof or glass.

Agree with Thomas about wanting sound feedback even from EVs.

Model 3 vs bolt... Is this a joke??? Sadan, autopilot, cool...etc.

Tesla is much better.

9:13 holy shit truuuu "thx doug" lmfaooooo

Love your intro ...lol that's was good ...

I thought you two were crazy until I drove a Bolt. I just sold my Tesla for a Bolt and you're review was spot on.

Tesla is simply so far ahead of every other manufacturer it is not even funny. Tesla for life, Tesla for future, Tesla for ever. Game, set, match, Tesla.

Tesla M3 is better but of course that's why it costs so much more. I bought both an M3 and Bolt this year. The M3 with practically no upgrades after tax credit came out to $40K, the Bolt with almost every single upgrade came out to $25K thanks to all the rebates. I like both.

Another great job guys.