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Used 2018 Chevy Spark Hatchback Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2018 Chevrolet Spark is available in four trim levels that differ primarily in standard feature content. The Spark LS is a well-equipped base model, and the 1LT adds more features. The 2LT has more convenience and driver assist features, while the Activ model increases ground clearance and tacks on roof rails for a more active lifestyle. All trims come with a 1.4-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 98 horsepower and 94 pound-feet of torque. The engine drives the front wheels through either a five-speed manual transmission or continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT).

The Spark LS comes with a rearview camera, a 7-inch touchscreen, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay capability, Bluetooth and USB connectivity, a four-speaker audio system, air conditioning, and Chevrolet's OnStar communications system that includes a 4G LTE in-car Wi-Fi hotspot.

The 1LT adds 15-inch alloy wheels, power accessories (windows, mirrors and door locks), cruise control, remote keyless entry, foglights, and a six-speaker audio system.

From here, the Activ adds simulated leather seating surfaces, heated front seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, roof rails, special 15-inch wheels and bodywork, and a raised suspension that provides 0.4 inch of additional ground clearance.

Alternately, go for the 2LT. Compared to the 1LT, it adds rear parking sensors, simulated seating surfaces, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, push-button start, an upgraded driver information display, heated front seats, and chrome door handles and trim.

A sunroof is optional for the 1LT and 2LT trims. For the 2LT only, you can get a Driver Confidence package that adds forward collision warning and lane departure warning systems.

Which Spark trim does Edmunds recommend?

Thanks to its low price, the Spark undercuts its competitors by thousands of dollars when new, even in its top-spec trim. Still, there's something to be said about keeping all the bells and whistles out of your subcompact, so we'd split the difference and go for the 1LT, which adds much-needed features such as power windows and locks and cruise control.

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Comparing average pricing near
Spring, TX
Vehicle
Spark LS
Spark 1LT
Spark ACTIV
Spark 2LT
Vehicle
LS
1.4L 4cyl 5M
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ACTIV
1.4L 4cyl 5M
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2LT
1.4L 4cyl 5M
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Features

Features

Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
standard
standard
Navigation
standard
standard
standard
standard
Satellite radio
Not Available
standard
standard
standard
Keyless Ignition
Not Available
Not Available
Not Available
standard
Cruise control
Not Available
standard
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
Not available
Not available
Not available
Not available
Parking assistance
Not Available
Not Available
Not Available
standard
Upholstery
cloth
cloth
leatherette
leatherette
Heated seats
Not Available
Not Available
standard
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
Not available
Not available
Not available
Not available
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
standard
standard
Sunroof
Not Available
optional
Not Available
optional
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Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Drivetrain
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
Engine power
98 hp @ 6,200 rpm
98 hp @ 6,200 rpm
98 hp @ 6,200 rpm
98 hp @ 6,200 rpm
Engine torque
94 lb-ft @ 4,400 rpm
94 lb-ft @ 4,400 rpm
94 lb-ft @ 4,400 rpm
94 lb-ft @ 4,400 rpm
Engine displacement
1.4 l
1.4 l
1.4 l
1.4 l
Engine configuration
inline 4
inline 4
inline 4
inline 4
Transmission
5-speed manual
5-speed manual
5-speed manual
5-speed manual
Tire size
185/55R15
185/55R15
185/55R15
185/55R15
Wheel size
15 X 6.0-in
15 X 6.0-in
15 X 6.0-in
Wheel type
steel wheels
alloy wheels
alloy wheels
alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
Not available
Not available
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
29 / 39 / 33 MPG
29 / 39 / 33 MPG
29 / 38 / 32 MPG
29 / 39 / 33 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
9.0 gal.
9.0 gal.
9.0 gal.
9.0 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
261 / 351 miles
261 / 351 miles
261 / 342 miles
261 / 351 miles
Fuel Type
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
33.8 ft.
33.8 ft.
33.8 ft.
33.8 ft.
Curb weight
2,246 lb.
2,266 lb.
2,266 lb.
2,266 lb.
Ground Clearance
Overall Width with Mirrors
Overall Width without Mirrors
62.8 in.
62.8 in.
62.8 in.
62.8 in.
Height
58.4 in.
58.4 in.
58.8 in.
58.4 in.
Length
143.1 in.
143.1 in.
143.1 in.
143.1 in.
Wheelbase
93.9 in.
93.9 in.
93.9 in.
93.9 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
11.1 cu. ft.
11.1 cu. ft.
11.1 cu. ft.
11.1 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
39.0 in.
39.0 in.
39.0 in.
39.0 in.
Front Leg Room
41.7 in.
41.7 in.
41.7 in.
41.7 in.
Front Shoulder Room
50.8 in.
50.8 in.
50.8 in.
50.8 in.
Rear Head Room
37.0 in.
37.0 in.
37.0 in.
37.0 in.
Rear Leg Room
33.0 in.
33.0 in.
33.0 in.
33.0 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
49.8 in.
49.8 in.
49.8 in.
49.8 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

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Depreciation
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Financing
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Taxes & Fees
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Fuel
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Insurance
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Colors

Colors

Colors

Colors

Interior
Jet Black, cloth
Jet Black w/Beige Trim, cloth
Jet Black w/Piano Black Trim, cloth
Jet Black w/Blue Trim, cloth
Jet Black w/White Trim, cloth
Jet Black w/White Trim, leatherette
Jet Black w/Piano Black Trim, leatherette
Jet Black w/Beige Trim, leatherette
Jet Black w/Blue Trim, leatherette
Jet Black w/White Trim, leatherette
Exterior
Silver Ice Metallic
Nightfall Gray Metallic
Splash Metallic
Mosaic Black Metallic
Brimstone
Mint
Red Hot
Summit White
Toasted Marshmallow Metallic
Silver Ice Metallic
Nightfall Gray Metallic
Splash Metallic
Mosaic Black Metallic
Brimstone
Mint
Red Hot
Sorbet
Summit White
Toasted Marshmallow Metallic
Silver Ice Metallic
Nightfall Gray Metallic
Splash Metallic
Mosaic Black Metallic
Brimstone
Mint
Red Hot
Sorbet
Summit White
Toasted Marshmallow Metallic
Silver Ice Metallic
Nightfall Gray Metallic
Splash Metallic
Mosaic Black Metallic
Brimstone
Mint
Red Hot
Sorbet
Summit White
Toasted Marshmallow Metallic