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Chevrolet Spark

Name: 2018 Chevrolet Spark
Brand: Chevrolet

EPA MPG: 35 mpg

Owner Reported MPG:

EPA MPG: 35 mpg

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Road Test

You don't see many cars as small as the Chevrolet Spark on American roads and for good reason. It is more than 10 inches shorter and 4 inches narrower than the typical subcompact-and 30 inches smaller than its Sonic sedan sibling. While small can mean easier parking and tighter turning radius in crowded cities or on campus, in this case it also means a lot gets left out.

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Crash Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap

Good

IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver

IIHS Side Crash

Good

NHTSA Overall Crash

NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash

NHTSA Overall Side-Crash

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Crash Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap

Good

IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver

IIHS Side Crash

Good

NHTSA Overall Crash

NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash

NHTSA Overall Side-Crash

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Crash Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap

Good

IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver

IIHS Side Crash

Good

NHTSA Overall Crash

NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash

NHTSA Overall Side-Crash

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2018 Small sedans/hatchbacks Ratings

2018 Chevrolet Spark

$5,250 - $8,500

EPA MPG 35 mpg

Road test

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2018 Chevrolet Cruze

$6,550 - $9,475

EPA MPG 34 mpg

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2018 Chevrolet Sonic

$5,525 - $8,000

EPA MPG 29 mpg

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$10,875 - $12,575

53 miles

42 mpg

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$10,550 - $12,350

EPA MPG 39 mpg

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2018 Honda Fit

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EPA MPG 36 mpg

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2018 Hyundai Accent

$7,025 - $8,725

EPA MPG 32 mpg

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2018 Hyundai Elantra

$7,200 - $11,450

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$ NA

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2018 Toyota Prius V

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2018 Toyota Yaris

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2018 Toyota Yaris iA

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2018 Volkswagen Golf

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Features & Specs

4-door hatchback

2 front, 2 rear

Front

1.4-liter 4 (98 hp)

5-speed manual
CVT

In most cases, automotive warranties are based on the vehicle identification number (VIN), and the warranty will be valid regardless of ownership. The dealership can tell you exactly how much warranty is left.

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Model History

2016-2022

2016 Redesign Year

With a slightly longer wheelbase and lower roof, the redesigned 2016 Spark looks less goofy. Power comes from a 98-hp, 1.4-liter four-cylinder that delivers leisurely acceleration along with plenty of engine drone. Handling is very responsive but the darty steering makes it feel unsettling at speed. The ride is unyieldingly stiff. Inside, the elevated seating position gives the driver a commanding view out. The rear seat, however, is better suited for a backpack. The infotainment system has a 7-inch color display, making the Spark up-to-date on the connectivity front. Other updates include forward-collision alert, lane departure warning, and blind spot warning.

2013-2015

2013 Redesign Year

Chevrolet's tiny Spark is a four-seat city car, which is equipped with a touchscreen infotainment system as standard equipment. Its dinky 84-hp, 1.2-liter four-cylinder and jerky continuously variable automatic transmission combined to provide slow acceleration and its 32 mpg overall is not impressive for this class. A four-speed automatic available in 2012 was no better, though the standard manual transmission helps. The cabin is cramped and relentlessly noisy, the ride is stiff and jittery. On the other hand, the Spark is maneuverable, easy to park, and boasts a rear seat fit for two adults. The Spark's three trim lines have the same powertrains, but different equipment levels, with little need to add more options. The best choice is the 1LT, since it brings vitals such as basic power accessories and cruise control. The stick shift is a better choice than the automatic. Overall, though, we suggest you get a different car instead -- unless you are considering the Spark EV. The electric version is surprisingly fun, giving the Spark plenty of smooth and quiet power, but it was only offered in a handful of states.