2021 Chevy Spark Review

Name: 2021 Chevrolet Spark Review
Brand: Chevrolet
Rating: 4.4 (31 reviews)

Price Range: $10,530 - $17,990

Chevrolet Spark 2LT 4dr Hatchback Exterior Shown

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2021 Chevrolet Spark Review

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What's new

No significant changes for 2021
Part of the second Spark generation introduced for 2015

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2021 Chevrolet Spark LS 4dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl 5M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $2.96 per gallon for regular unleaded in Iowa.}

Monthly estimates based on costs in Iowa

$112/mo

$152/mo

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Reliability Ratings by RepairPal

4/5Excellent

#8 out of 27 among Subcompact Cars

RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features.

Cost

^{The average total annual cost for unscheduled repairs and maintenance across all model years of the Chevrolet Spark from 2008-2022.}

$430/yr

vs. $416/yr
for Average Subcompact Car

Frequency

^{The average number of times this model is brought into the shop for unscheduled repairs and maintenance in a single year. RepairPal calculates this metric by tracking millions of unique vehicles over multiple years to determine an average number of visits per year (omitting small routine visits, e.g., oil changes).}

0.68x/yr

vs. 1.22x/yr
for Average Subcompact Car

Severity

^{The probability that a repair will be a major issue, meaning the repair costs 3x the average annual repair cost for all models. This threshold will be higher for vehicles that have higher labor rates and parts costs (such as a premium brand).}

10.9%

vs. 10.1%
for Average Subcompact Car

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Chevrolet Spark Reviews

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4.4

31 reviews

5(74%)

4(13%)

3(0%)

2(6%)

1(7%)

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My urban car

Bill, 03/13/2020

2020 Chevrolet Spark 1LT 4dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl 5M)

The Spark is exactly what it is intended to be--an urban run-about! I find it to be attractive in looks and efficient to drive. The visibility is great and I have no complaints. It is a small car and that is what I expected.

New car after 15 years

Sue Smith, 05/21/2021

2021 Chevrolet Spark 1LT 4dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl CVT)

I love the style handling color and all but the change of all the new gadgets and backup screen and knobs and dials kinda threw me! I am slowly getting used to them but love my Spark! I am at 77 years of age like a new driver lol 😝But I love it!!!

Accident safe!!!

Susan Hermann, 01/24/2020

2020 Chevrolet Spark 1LT 4dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl 5M)

I was T-boned on the driver's side and the emergency crew had to take door off to get to me. However, I only sustained minor injuries due to the side airbags! For a small car, it has a lot to offer!

Outstanding Economical Car

Ed, 08/28/2020

2020 Chevrolet Spark LS 4dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl 5M)

This is an outstanding vehicle. I also own a Lincoln Town Car and a 4 door Ford F350 Dually Superduty diesel. This car is fun to drive, is very economical, runs great, not a single problem, the AC cools off the car immediately even in 115 degree Phoenix summers. I find myself experiencing withdrawal if I go too many days without driving this car. Yes it is small, but it can carry four …

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2021 Spark Highlights

Trim:

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$13,400
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	33 MPG
Cost to Drive	$112/month
Seating	4 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	11.1 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	front wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the Spark models:

Forward Collision Alert: Warns the driver of an imminent front-end collision.
Lane Departure Warning: Lets you know when you're drifting away from the center of the lane.
Rear Park Assist: Alerts you of nearby objects when backing up.

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test
Not Tested
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test
Not Tested
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Original
Good
Side Impact Test – Updated
Not Tested
Roof Strength Test
Not Tested
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
Not Tested

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Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2021 Chevrolet Spark LS 4dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl 5M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $2.96 per gallon for regular unleaded in Iowa.

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