2014 Chevrolet Spark EV Overview
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Vehicle
1LT 4dr Hatchback (electric DD)
Review
Have had the car since August. Over 2000 miles on it so far.Acceleration is brisk and satisfying. Quite comfortable over bumps despite its small size and you can certainly appreciate the battery pack being slung low which really improves the handling and it feels solid and not chintzy. Be aware that using the heater really sucks the battery life very quickly, just use the seat heaters. I commute 45 miles a day and there is plenty of battery life in at at the end of the day, just plug into 110 and its ready for work fully charged the next morning. Sound system is just OK. Interior plastics are hard, doors sound flimsy and takes practice in closing them 1st time, everytime. Update. Cheap gas making the vehicle more of a hassle to charge at night. Electric costs are rising making little difference between the two fuels. Would really appreciate a 6.6Kw/h onboard charger such as on the Fiat 500e. Still enjoy driving it though. Sold the car Feb 2016 as commute distance increased, battery pack was not large enough, no charging stations at work. Bought a plug in hybrid to replace it though.
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Available Chevrolet Spark EV 2014 Submodel Types: Hatchback
Available Trims: 2LT, 1LT
Exterior Colors: Silver Ice Metallic, Black Granite Metallic, Electric Blue Metallic, Salsa, Summit White, Summit White (Late Availability)
Interior Colors: Dark Pewter w/Silver Trim leatherette, Electric Blue w/ Electric Blue Trim cloth
Popular Features: Alarm, Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel, Auto Climate Control, Aux Audio Inputs, Bluetooth, Fold Flat Rear Seats, Heated seats, Rear Bench Seats, Remote Start, Stability Control, Tire Pressure Warning, Trip Computer, USB Inputs, Mobile Internet, Post-collision safety system
Engine/Mechanics: cylinders
Transmission: DIRECT_DRIVE
Fuel Types: electric
Drivetrains: front wheel drive
