We use cookies to offer you a better browsing experience, analyse site traffic, personalise content, and serve targeted ads. A 5speed manual gearbox that shifts neatly is standard. It includes a builtin bluetooth system and backup camera even when there are no power locks or power windows, which accurately reflects my priorities in an inexpensive vehicle. The 2019 chevrolet spark makes a great urban minicar, but its appeal is limited. The fourdoor hatchback has automatic emergency braking as a new option. The dummys position in relation to the door frame, steering wheel, and instrument panel after the crash test indicates that the drivers survival space was maintained reasonably well. The spark is the only tiny car out of 11 tested to. The insurance institute for highway safety rated the 2018 spark good in the moderateoverlap front crash test and basic for its front crash protection. The first problem that prevented the bolt from earning the top safety pick rating is poor headlights, which cause too much glare, according to iihs. Despite its compact dimensions, the spark is surprisingly roomy in the front seat, with plenty of leg, hip, shoulder and headroom, even for taller drivers and passengers.
Its central theme charged car manufacturers of resistance to the introduction of safety features such as seat belts, and their general reluctance to spend money on improving safety. He teamed up with race car driver louis chevrolet to start the chevrolet motor company of michigan in 1911. Used chevrolet spark for sale with photos cargurus. The car earned the top rating of good in both the side evaluation and the moderate overlap front test. The combination of small car, 98horsepower engine and a manual transmission does allow the spark to move off from a standstill with some liveliness. Used chevrolet cars for sale in cheyenne, wy autotrader. The only thing i wish i wouldve done is splurged for a little bit higher car. Chevrolet silverado 3500 hd crew cab 4wd 2009 chevrolet spark hatch ls. The spark ev was only sold in california and oregon when new. Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report. Its standard interior lacks many of the features found in competitors, such as a usb port. Used 2016 chevrolet spark for sale near you edmunds. Jerry spinellis crash novel takes place over the course of john crash coogans seventh grade year with brief glimpses of his life when he was younger. The cutest chevy ever 2019 chevrolet spark 1lt in depth.
The complaints are organized into groups with data published by vehicle, vehicle. The first generation spark wasnt a favorite, but with a revised transmission and added horsepower, the spark is now a serious. Chevy service manuals original shop books factory repair. It earned the highest rating, good, for the moderate overlap front, side impact, and rear crash tests, as well as roof strength. General motors, gm, the gm emblem, chevrolet, the chevrolet emblem, and the. Apr 05, 2020 the spark can be a real bargain, especially in the more outlandish colors such as pink and lime green.
Chevy spark only tiny car to get acceptable rating in new. Iihs rates vehicles good, acceptable, marginal, or poor based on performance in highspeed front and side crash tests plus evaluations of seathead restraints for protection against neck injuries in rear impacts. A used 20 chevy spark is not a very good choice for your next subcompact car. The 2019 chevrolet spark is available in four trim levels. It might be difficult to find in other parts of the country. One of the most prominent car manufacturers from americas past and present would surely have to be chevrolet, whose triumphs include the impala, the camaro and the corvette, each and every one of which has played its part in american literature, film and music. Explore the 2020 chevy spark with an epaestimated 38 mpg highway, cool technology like apple carplay, and fun vibrant shades. Chevrolet updated the spark with a redesigned front fascia, grille, and headlights. Review the 2019 spark crash safety ratings from the iihs and nhtsa to see how well passengers. Iihs ratings for the 2015 chevrolet spark 4door hatchback minicar. Explore the new 2019 spark subcompact car with cool technology like apple carplay. For more information on their inventory please feel free to visit their website below. Apr 09, 2020 the 2019 chevrolet spark is a little car with a big personality.
The chevrolet spark is a city car, originally marketed prominently as the daewoo matiz. After a crash 188 section 1 seats and restraint systems 12. The 2015 chevrolet spark is a solid choice for firsttime buyers and city dwellers, thanks to its low price, diminutive size and plentiful amenities and safety equipment. After his ouster from gm, durant was determined to show the world that he was still a force in the industry. The chevy spark was the only tiny car to earn a top safety pick award in smalloverlap front crash testing conducted by the iihs. From a gas mileage perspective, it is amazingly efficient at around 34 mpg highway. Ill show you the exterior, interior, cargo, engine plus a test drive. Choose from vibrant shades like caribbean blue, orange burst, raspberry and passion fruit. Because these are generally city cars, most used examples will have relatively low miles on the odometer.
Read the vehicle owners manual for more important feature limitations and. The chevrolet spark baselevel model is fun, functional, and effective transportation. Inexpensive and cheerful in its personality, the 2019 chevrolet spark has been redesigned slightly for the new model year. Find safety features and crash test ratings for the 2016 chevrolet spark at u. Search from 5,566 chevrolet spark cars for sale, including a new 2019 chevrolet spark activ, a new 2019 chevrolet spark lt w 1lt, and a new 2020 chevrolet spark ls. Transporting my children to and from school and daycare, i feel safe in this vehicle considering its size. The spark also has onstar if you choose to get it and on star can call anyone no matter if theres connection or not. Review the 2017 spark crash safety ratings from the iihs and nhtsa to see how well passengers are protected in front, rear and side impact collisions.
Although the electric version is dropped this year, the sparks 41 mpg and peppy 1. Spark activ rates 293732 mpg with manual, 303733 with cvt. The spark ev dials in some much needed fun by improving just about everything wrong with its gaspowered counterpart. Spark crash test results the insurance institute for highway safety performed two safety tests on the 2020 spark. But this rudimentary, barebones runabout doesnt offer much else. Fresh from its remake last year, the 2017 chevrolet spark minicar continues to compete well with the likes of the mitsubishi mirage, fiat 500 and smart fortwo. Explore the 2020 chevy spark with an epaestimated 38 mpg highway, cool. During his seventh grade year, john is forced to confront his changing stances on violence, aggression, and bullying. Two side tests of the spark were conducted, one by the institute and the other by general motors as part of side crash test verification.
General motors llc gm is recalling certain 20162017 chevrolet spark vehicles. Watch this video of a crash between a 2009 chevy malibu and a 1959 chevy bel air, staged by the insurance institude for highway safety iihs, and that notion explodes in a. Chevrolet matiz euro ncap for safer cars crash test safety rating. There are a number of safety cautions in this book. Jan 26, 2014 because of the sparks narrow width the chevy is a strict fourseater putting it on par with the 500e but one passenger behind the fit, leaf and focus.
Auto and wifi, as well as forwardcollision warning and a rearview camera. Urban dwellers will appreciate the sparks small dimensions when looking for a parking space. The 2015 chevy spark is limited to four passengers, so if you need to seat more than two people in back, try a relatively larger car like the ford fiesta, kia rio, or the sparks larger. I have the base model which does include a backup camera, but does not have powered locks, windows, mirrors or a key fob. Chevy and gmc truck hoods may open while driving recalls. We have 792 chevrolet spark vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 645 1owner cars, and 828 personal use cars. The designedin dangers of the american automobile is a landmark nonfiction book by consumer advocate ralph nader, first published in 1965.
In the event of a crash, if a young child is seated improperly and not wearing a seat. By using our site, you consent to our use of cookies. It has been available solely as a fivedoor hatchback. The frontal barrier test simulates a headon collision between two similar. Its a very reliable car, its great on gas it has 33 miles to the gallon. Combines side barrier and side pole star ratings into a single side rating. I also love the sleek design that makes it look like a sporty 2door but does have back doors which is really helpful.
The buick encore was introduced in the 20 model year and the chevrolet trax was. Chevrolet bolt misses iihs top safety pick due to poor. This pioneering work contains substantial references. The 2020 chevrolet spark may be the smallest car in the companys lineup. The chevrolet spark was redesigned for the 2016 model year. Driver comfort is sufficient and the engine revs with a bit of enthusiasm. Apr 23, 2016 clearly, efforts were made to raise the bar for the chevrolet spark. I bought my 2016 chevy spark brand new, 2 months ago, already. And with an epaestimated 30 mpg city38 mpg highway, this ride is as efficient as it is fun to drive.
Administration has not released crashtest ratings for the 2020 spark. The engine drives the front wheels through either a fivespeed manual. Review the 2014 spark crash safety ratings from the iihs and nhtsa to see how well passengers are protected in front, rear and side impact collisions. Big thanks to apple chevrolet in york, pa for allowing me to check out the new 2020 chevy spark. Sep 05, 2018 lets take a in depth look at the 2019 chevrolet spark 1lt. Action shot taken during the small overlap frontal crash test. Chevy spark only subcompact car to pass insurance group crash.
After the general motors company took control over daewoo motors in 2002, it has. The 2020 spark proves that not every cheap car has to feel like it, thanks to chevy packing a lot of value into it. The 2014 chevy spark is available with a gas engine or an electric motor. Thanks to a strong body shell, the spark gets good crash ratings from the insurance institute for. Combines driver and passenger star ratings into a single frontal rating. The base model is wellequipped with amenities like an infotainment system, smartphone integration. With spark, every ride puts a big smile on your face. Affordable, stylish and equipped with a surprisingly sophisticated infotainment setup, the spark appeals to younger buyers who care more about economy, value and connectivity than they do flatout performance. Edmunds also has chevrolet spark pricing, mpg, specs, pictures, safety features. Dont forget to subscribe interior front head room 39 rear head room 37 front shoulder room 51 rear shoulder room 50 front hip room 48 rear hip room 48. T he only thing i have to get used to is the transmission. Jan 22, 2014 of the 11 economy cars crashtested by the leading insurance industry group, 10 failed a new safety standard for frontend collisions. New features include two illuminated usb ports, an updated infotainment system, white interior lighting, and.
Action shot taken during the driverside small overlap frontal crash test. To get an idea of the 20 sparks price range, check out the kelley blue book usedcar values at. The premise in this first adventure in the stay alive series feels familiar and cannot claim the originality or authenticity of gary paulsens hatchet 1987. The 2020 chevrolet spark has never been fully crashtested and doesnt have updated scores for this year, so we cant give it a score here. Currently, the chevrolet sparks overall score is not available, though its critics rating, performance score, and interior score are based on our evaluation of 21 pieces of research and data. Only the chevrolet spark earned an acceptable grade on. This fivedoor hatchbacks engine struggles to reach highway speeds. The frontal barrier test simulates a headon collision between two similar vehicles, each moving at 35 mph. It earned acceptable, the secondhighest rating, for the small overlap front crash test. The first generation of daewoo matiz was launched in 1998 by general motors south korean division gm korea, previously known as daewoo motors, replacing the daewoo tico. The insurance institute for highway safety named the spark a 2014 top safety pick. Its at higher speeds andor uphill stretches where this 4cylinder in the chevy spark begins to feel like the little engine that cant. The 2014 chevrolet spark stands out from the minicar pack in a new round of crash testing by the insurance institute for highway safety. Next morning i went down to the agency and bought one.