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Chevrolet Sprint

Chevrolet Sprint
Photo: Greg Gjerdingen / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 2.0

The official data lists 19 versions of the Chevrolet Sprint (1985–1994), in the United States. Each market publishes its own figures, measured on its own test procedure.

At a glance

Years in the data
1985–1994
Markets
United States
Engines
1.0 L
Fuels
Petrol
Lowest consumption (United States)
4.9 L/100 km (EPA)

What is the Chevrolet Sprint?

The Sprint was a small hatchback sold by Chevrolet in the United States. Its compact body and small petrol engine made it a practical choice for everyday driving. It was part of the Suzuki Cultus family, which GM brought to North America through its relationship with Suzuki.

The Sprint’s first generation ran from 1985 to 1988 and carries the code SA. Its place in the Cultus family links it to a small-car design developed by Suzuki.

Engines and power

The U.S. EPA listings cover a 1.0-litre petrol engine. The Sprint was available in a range of versions over its listed U.S. model years.

How economical was the Sprint, and where was it sold?

For the United States, EPA listings cover model years 1985–1994 and give a best combined rating of 48 MPG. The lowest listed consumption is 4.9 L/100 km, also an EPA figure. EPA testing differs from Europe’s WLTP and NEDC procedures and Canada’s 5-cycle test, so results from those markets are not directly comparable.

The Sprint is listed in the United States. Its small hatchback shape and economical petrol engine made it a compact Chevrolet for daily use.

Questions and answers

What engine did the Chevrolet Sprint use?

The U.S. EPA lists a 1.0-litre petrol engine.

What is the Sprint’s best combined fuel economy?

Its best listed EPA combined rating is 48 MPG.

How long did the first-generation Sprint run?

The first generation ran from 1985 to 1988.

Where was the Sprint sold?

It is listed in the United States.

Sprint first generation (1985–1988)

Chevrolet Sprint first generation
Photo: Greg Gjerdingen / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 2.0

Model codes: SA · Sold in: United States · References: chevrolet.com, automotivetechinfo.com

United States 9 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 versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
1987–1989(FFS)1.0 LPetrol3-speed automaticFront-wheel drive34 MPG (6.9 L/100 km) EPA162 g/km
1987–1988(FFS), SIL1.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive47 MPG (5.0 L/100 km) EPA117 g/km
1987–1988(FFS,TRBO)1.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive34 MPG (6.9 L/100 km) EPA162 g/km
1987–1988(FFS)1.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive39 MPG (6.0 L/100 km) EPA142 g/km
1986(FFS)1.0 LPetrol3-speed automaticFront-wheel drive35 MPG (6.7 L/100 km) EPA158 g/km
1986(FFS)1.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive40 MPG (5.9 L/100 km) EPA138 g/km
1986(FFS), SIL1.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive48 MPG (4.9 L/100 km) EPA115 g/km
1985–1986(FFS)1.0 LPetrol3-speed automaticFront-wheel drive36 MPG (6.5 L/100 km) EPA153 g/km
1985(FFS)1.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive42 MPG (5.6 L/100 km) EPA131 g/km

Versions outside these generations

United States 10 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 versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
1994(FFS)1.0 LPetrol3-speed automaticFront-wheel drive33 MPG (7.1 L/100 km) EPA167 g/km
1994(FFS), SIL1.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive41 MPG (5.7 L/100 km) EPA135 g/km
1993(FFS)1.0 LPetrol3-speed automaticFront-wheel drive33 MPG (7.1 L/100 km) EPA167 g/km
1993(FFS), SIL1.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive41 MPG (5.7 L/100 km) EPA135 g/km
1991–1992(FFS)1.0 LPetrol3-speed automaticFront-wheel drive33 MPG (7.1 L/100 km) EPA167 g/km
1992(FFS), SIL1.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive40 MPG (5.9 L/100 km) EPA138 g/km
1991(FFS), SIL1.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive40 MPG (5.9 L/100 km) EPA138 g/km
1989–1990(FFS), SIL · (FFS) (SPFI), SIL1.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive41 MPG (5.7 L/100 km) EPA135 g/km
1989–1990(FFS,TRBO) · (FFS,TRBO) (SPFI)1.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive34 MPG (6.9 L/100 km) EPA162 g/km
1990(FFS) (SPFI)1.0 LPetrol3-speed automaticFront-wheel drive33 MPG (7.1 L/100 km) EPA167 g/km

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