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Star-Spangled Spark
Christian LeBlanc, 02/15/2016
2016 Chevrolet Spark LS 4dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl CVT)
I had been shopping for an automatic Spark for my daughter since November, decided to wait and see what the 2016 models and pricing were. Browsed online every other day or so, got serious in February because my $1000 GMCard bonus would end on 2/29/16. Friday morning (2/12/16) around 10am I found a base 2016 LS CVT on sale about 100 miles away. Called the dealer, after a few back & forth … calls had the final price. Got a check from the bank, insurance sorted out, and arrived at the dealer about 5pm, back on the road by 6pm.
Wow, have small cars come a long way since my 1984 Honda CRX! I was way surprised by the base Spark LS's touchscreen, Bluetooth, rear backup camera, standard A/C, rear wiper & defrost etc. At the same time my daughter was more interested in the tech stuff than the power locks, power side mirrors, power windows, nicer materials, and cruise that this car does not have. A good trade-off. We both found the backseat to be cozy but acceptable.
I was quite comfortable driving home for 2 hours, although I missed having cruise. But it's not going to be my car, and the daughter doesn't like to use cruise anyway. I was satisfied with the 98hp of the new 1.4L, and find the CVT to be completely unobtrusive and smooth. The car was weirdly quiet even at 60+ mph for being so petite and upright. And 2,000rpm at 60 mph? I would have expected 3,000.
It's light and nimble, fun to drive; but I won't be seeing how fast it stops, corners or accelerates. I have my own car for that kind of tossing.
I did not drive a 2015, so can't compare the two.
In the 3 days she has had the car (1 highway, 2 in town) it's averaged 36.6mpg, so the 41mpg EPA hwy is probably realistic.
Sales data:
14,635.00 MSRP
342.00 Tax & tags
-3,735.00 Dealer discount
-1,292.24 GM card earnings
-1,000.00 GM card bonus earnings
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$8949.76 total price
Feb 2017 update- daughter loves the car, still tight.
Feb 2018 update- car has had no issues.
August 2019, my son has had the Spark since the prior update. He gets the oil changed on schedule, no issues.
FAQ
What is a good price for a used 2016 Chevrolet Spark?
- According to Edmunds.com's True Market Value calculations, the retail price of a used 2016 Chevrolet Spark's most popular trim, the LS, in great condition with 84,000 miles on its odometer, is $12,160. Prices vary by trim, region and options included. Learn more
What engine does the 2016 Chevrolet Spark have?
- The 2016 Chevrolet Spark has a 1.4-liter four-cylinder engine rated at 98 horsepower and 94 pound-feet of torque. Learn more
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