Why is a Chevy Spark so cheap?
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2021 Chevrolet Spark Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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Now six years into its second generation, the Chevrolet Spark arrives in the 2021 model year with no significant changes, minus trading the Orange Burst and Raspberry paint options for Cayenne Orange and Mystic Blue, and deleting the 15-inch black-painted aluminum wheels. This is to be expected in a model that just got a mid-cycle refresh and is rumored to end its life-cycle by 2022. Still, as the most affordable model in GM’s lineup, the Spark represents a welcome option for many car buyers.
With just 98 horsepower and 94 pound-feet of torque from its 1.4-liter four-cylinder engine, the Spark is much more at home zipping around city streets than out on the highway. Buyers have a choice between a five-speed manual and one of the noisiest continuously-variable transmissions (CVT) on the market, and while the manual will certainly help wring a bit more performance out of the little engine, the Spark will never be fast. In fact, it’ll never even come close to fast. Unfortunately, it doesn’t really deliver on fuel economy, either. With the manual, all you can expect is 29 mpg city, 38 highway, 33 combined, while the CVT only delivers one more mpg on the city cycle in EPA testing. Given the inelegant nature of the CVT, this alone is enough motivation to learn how to change gears yourself.
Apart from features like a 7-inch touchscreen with standard Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, an onboard WiFi hotspot, and two USB ports, the base LS trim is an exercise in nostalgia. Manual windows, mirrors, and door locks, as well as 15-inch steel wheels and a four-speaker stereo will have you feeling like you’re back in the 90s. At least it comes with standard air conditioning and Bluetooth. The 1LT trim level offers a bit more in the way of convenience and comfort with alloy wheels, power windows, mirrors, and locks, remote entry, cruise control, and two extra speakers, but there’s nothing fancy to be had here.
The Spark’s main advantage comes with its price, but once you get up to trims like the Activ with its heated seats, pleather, and model-specific styling and suspension, you’re already skirting the price of some of the competition, which will frankly offer a better driving experience whether you’re talking about performance, comfort, or efficiency. That’s not even considering the one mpg you lose when going with the Activ trim. Move up to the 2LT with its push-button start, chrome trim, parking sensors, and upgraded display, and the Spark just doesn’t make sense anymore.
When you hear that a model is being discontinued, there’s usually a reason, and there’s nothing here to indicate the Spark is any different. If you need a car, and you need it cheap, the Spark is an option. Otherwise, look elsewhere.
Published Jun 1, 2022 by Michael Perkins
User reviews for 2021 Chevrolet Spark
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by Nathaniel T
Jun 19, 2024
Very peppy and good on gas. Shame Chevy discontinued the modelJun 19, 2024
by Amanda L
Apr 04, 2024
I love it, great gas mileage and all the featuresApr 04, 2024
by Bruce M
Nov 14, 2023
Great driving feel. Very well equipped for a sub compact. Very solid and quite peppy for only 98 hp.Nov 14, 2023
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by Nathaniel T
Jun 19, 2024
Very peppy and good on gas. Shame Chevy discontinued the modelJun 19, 2024
by Amanda L
Apr 04, 2024
I love it, great gas mileage and all the featuresApr 04, 2024
by Bruce M
Nov 14, 2023
Great driving feel. Very well equipped for a sub compact. Very solid and quite peppy for only 98 hp.Nov 14, 2023
by Tanya C
Oct 10, 2023
Amazing gas mileage and very reliable , I would buy it againOct 10, 2023
by Joseph C
Sep 04, 2023
Its small and slow but I love it new for 15.5 its going to a great homeSep 04, 2023
by Cheyenne A
Sep 03, 2023
Great buy for those with low income or looking to offset costs to save money in the long run. Its great around construction or narrow roads. Super easy to handle, with back up camera most operations can be handled on the steering wheel such as the radio and phone. A lot of head room. Truck space will surprise you how much you can put back there. Great acceleration, and all around save money on maintenance and upkeep.Sep 03, 2023
by Anonymous
Aug 31, 2023
I was given what I was looking for. The car is perfect! Husband was pleased with my choice. He enjoyed his Spark.Aug 31, 2023
by Anonymous
Aug 29, 2023
The car rattles on the highway and doesnt seem to be easy on gas during city driving. This models AC cut out during an hour drive in 90 degree temp. I presented myself as a wet mop.
It is easy to handle and to park.Aug 29, 2023
by Anonymous
Apr 20, 2023
So far so good...seems like a good car for running around the city, we’ll see, still getting
used to this car.Apr 20, 2023
by Kelly B
Feb 24, 2023
Im loving it so far. Fun to drive, great on gas.Feb 24, 2023
by Charles N
Dec 17, 2022
Great small economical car! Reliable transportation to get you to point A to B safely.Dec 17, 2022
by George T
Jun 12, 2022
Great choice for comfort equipment a d due economy the LT is my choice Jun 12, 2022
by Anonymous
Mar 14, 2022
Love how it rides and maneuvers around tight spots. Has good Getty up and very comfortable bucket seats. The gas mileage is awesome too!Mar 14, 2022
by Anonymous
Nov 07, 2021
Great little car to zip around the city in. Ride is not smooth but that’s to be expected.Nov 07, 2021
by Anonymous
Oct 16, 2021
Sucked, I’ve stopped looking! Semi conductor is a real problem!!!!Oct 16, 2021
by Anonymous
Sep 20, 2021
Love my Chevy Spark. Fun to drive , perky and good on gasSep 20, 2021
by Patrick W
Jul 17, 2021
The car was great, however the price was still very high Jul 17, 2021
by James H
Apr 03, 2021
Excellent value, fun to drive, smaller width and length than Fiat 500-C. Totally fine on interstate highways. Wish I could buy a bolt-in rollcage and engine power aftermarket boost. Would make a good candidate for a new SCCA racing class.Apr 03, 2021
by Anonymous
Feb 03, 2021
Excellent car for the price. You get what you paid for. This is car is fun to drive, easy to park looks nice and its new. No matter what its new for the price its the cheapest new vehicle in the USA. Its very spacious inside and comfortable I bought the basic mode and I like it. Good on gas and has a good pickup when you floor it.Feb 03, 2021
by Timothy M
Oct 19, 2020
Great price , good millage for gas and comeftable ride for a small car .Oct 19, 2020
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2021 Chevrolet Spark Pricing
Original MSRP
$13,600 to $17,000Price range
$11,921 to $13,044Average price on CG
$11,921YoY price change
$13,014 to $11,921Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · USB auxiliary audio input · Pandora internet radio · Touch screen display radio · Total Number of Speakers: 4
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 9.3 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 7.9 · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Armrests: drivers seat · Cargo area floor mat: rubber/vinyl · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: urethane · Steering wheel trim: urethane
Convenience Features
Assist handle: passenger side · Center console: second row · Cupholders: rear · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Storage: in dash · Vanity mirrors: dual
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 4
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.76
Engine
Alternator: 80 amps · Battery: 375 CCA
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: hidden exhaust · Fender lip moldings: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · License plate bracket: front · Mirror color: black · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Rocker panel color: body-color · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: Amazon Alexa · Infotainment: Android Auto ready · Infotainment screen size: 7 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Instrument cluster screen size: 3.5 in. · Warnings and reminders: low oil level
Lights
Headlights: Halogen
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual folding · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 2
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Steering
Steering ratio: 16.1 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.6
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Electronic messaging assistance: with voice recognition · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: Turn-by-Turn Navigation · Smart device app compatibility: myChevrolet with Connected Access · Smart device app function: maintenance status · Wifi: hotspot
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Wheels
Wheel covers: partial
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Rear side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · Pandora internet radio · Touch screen display radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 9.3 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 7.9 · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Armrests: drivers seat · Cargo area floor mat: rubber/vinyl · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: urethane · Steering wheel trim: urethane
Convenience Features
Assist handle: passenger side · Center console: second row · Cupholders: 4 · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: phone · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 4
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.91
Engine
Alternator: 80 amps · Battery: 375 CCA
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: hidden exhaust · Fender lip moldings: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome surround · License plate bracket: front · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Rocker panel color: body-color · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: Google POIs · Infotainment: Chevrolet Infotainment System · Infotainment screen size: 7 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Instrument cluster screen size: 3.5 in. · Warnings and reminders: turn off headlights
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Headlights: auto delay off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 2
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Steering
Steering ratio: 16.1 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.6
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Electronic messaging assistance: with read function · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: OnStar · Smart device app compatibility: myChevrolet with Connected Access · Smart device app function: horn/light operation · Wifi: hotspot
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · Pandora internet radio · Touch screen display radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 9.3 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 7.9 · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Armrests: drivers seat · Cargo area floor mat: rubber/vinyl · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: urethane · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: passenger side · Center console: second row · Cupholders: 4 · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: bin · Vanity mirrors: dual
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 4
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.76
Engine
Alternator: 80 amps · Battery: 375 CCA
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: hidden exhaust · Fender lip moldings: black · Front bumper color: black · Grille color: black · License plate bracket: front · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: black · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Rocker panel color: black · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: Google search · Infotainment: Android Auto ready · Infotainment screen size: 7 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Instrument cluster screen size: 3.5 in. · Warnings and reminders: low oil level
Lights
Headlights: auto delay off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual folding · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 2
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Roof rails: silver
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leatherette
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Steering
Steering ratio: 16.1 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.6
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Electronic messaging assistance: with read function · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: Turn-by-Turn Navigation · Smart device app compatibility: myChevrolet with Connected Access · Smart device app function: maintenance status · Wifi: hotspot
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: with washer
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Rear side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Pandora internet radio · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 9.3 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 7.9 · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Armrests: drivers seat · Cargo area floor mat: rubber/vinyl · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: urethane · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: passenger side · Center console: second row · Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: bin · Vanity mirrors: dual
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 4
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.91
Engine
Alternator: 80 amps · Battery: 375 CCA
Exterior Features
Door handle color: chrome · Exhaust: hidden exhaust · Fender lip moldings: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · License plate bracket: front · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Rocker panel color: body-color · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: Amazon Alexa · Infotainment: Chevrolet Infotainment System · Infotainment screen size: 7 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Instrument cluster screen size: 3.5 in. · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Headlights: Halogen
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual folding · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 2
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Parking sensors: rear · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leatherette
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Steering
Steering ratio: 16.1 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.6
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Electronic messaging assistance: with read function · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: Turn-by-Turn Navigation · Smart device app compatibility: myChevrolet with Connected Access · Smart device app function: vehicle location · Wifi: hotspot
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: intermittent