Chevrolet Spark third generation

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The Chevrolet Spark third generation (2013–2015): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 8 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: M300 · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

Specification	Europe	North America	Wikipedia
Dimensions
Length	3,600–3,640 mm RDW	3,650 mm TC	3,995 mm
Width	1,600 mm RDW	1,600 mm TC	1,597 mm
Height	1,520–1,550 mm RDW	1,520 mm TC	–
Wheelbase	2,380 mm RDW	2,380 mm TC	2,375 mm
Front track	1,410 mm ASTRA	1,410 mm TC	–
Rear track	1,417 mm ASTRA	1,410 mm TC	–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight	–	1,029–1,050 kg TC	1,066–1,089 kg
Mass in running order	939–1,029 kg RDW	–	–
Gross vehicle weight	1,355–1,367 kg RDW	–	–
Towing, braked trailer	750–1,355 kg RDW	–	–
Towing, unbraked trailer	419 kg RDW	–	–
Seats and space
Seats	5 RDW	–	–
Doors	4 RDW	–	–
Luggage space (EPA)	–	311 L EPA	–
Passenger space (EPA)	–	2,435 L EPA	–
Performance
Top speed	154–164 km/h RDW	–	–
Torque	93–111 Nm ASTRA	–	–
Electric motor power	–	104 kW NRCan	–
Electric
Range (EPA/NRCan)	–	132 km EPA	–
Charging time at 240 V	–	7.0 h EPA	–

Tyre sizes (most common first): 155/70R14, 155/80R13, 165/60R15, 165/65R14

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2014–2015: ★★★★☆

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia, ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data, Natural Resources Canada, Traficom type approvals (Finland), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age

Age at test	Pass rate	UK average	Tests
6–8 years	70.6% (67.2–73.9)	86.4%	705
9–12 years	67.5% (67.0–68.0)	77.9%	31,038
13 years and older	67.2% (66.2–68.2)	69.2%	8,517

What the MOT finds

Area	This model	UK average, same ages
Brakes	54.1%	29.2%
Tyres	35.2%	31.2%
Suspension	32.9%	30.1%
Lights and electrics	29.4%	19.8%
Body, chassis and structure	14.8%	9.9%
Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers)	12.5%	9.1%

First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

404 complaints for model years 2013–2015. 27 crashes · 2 fires · 21 injuries

Transmission and drivetrain 106
Engine 105
Electrical system 80
Speed control 46
Fuel system 33
Airbags 32

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 8 versions of the Chevrolet Spark third generation

United States 4 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Drive	Consumption (combined)	CO₂	Electric range
2014–2016	Electric motor	Electric	Automatic	Front-wheel drive	119 MPGe EPA	0 g/km	132 km
2014–2015	1.2 L	Petrol	Continuously variable (CVT)	Front-wheel drive	33 MPG (7.1 L/100 km) EPA	168 g/km	–
2013–2015	1.2 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	Front-wheel drive	34 MPG (6.9 L/100 km) EPA	164–165 g/km	–
2013	1.2 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	31 MPG (7.6 L/100 km) EPA	176 g/km	–

Canada 4 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and version	Engine	Power	Fuel	Gearbox	Consumption (combined)	CO₂	Electric range
2014–2016Subcompact	Electric motor	104 kW (141 PS)	Electric	Automatic	17.8 kWh/100 km 5-cycle	0 g/km	131 km
2014–2015Subcompact	1.2 L	–	Petrol	Continuously variable (CVT)	6.9–7.0 L/100 km 5-cycle	159–161 g/km	–
2013–2015Subcompact	1.2 L	–	Petrol	5-speed manual	6.8–6.9 L/100 km 5-cycle	156–159 g/km	–
2013Subcompact	1.2 L	–	Petrol	4-speed automatic	7.4 L/100 km 5-cycle	170 g/km	–

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.