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Chevrolet Spark 2021.

Chevrolet Spark 2021.

Chevrolet Spark 2021.

With low gasoline prices and the meteoric rise of compact crossovers, subcompacts are no longer popular. However, this does not mean that they have no place in today’s market.

Tiny subcompacts like the Chevrolet Spark remain the cheapest way to get into a new car. And they provide economical and undemanding transportation ideal for city dwellers.

In 2021, by and large, nothing will change, and this may be the last year of production of Spark as we know it.

Specifications

All versions of the 2021 Chevrolet Spark received a 1.4-liter inline 4-cylinder engine with 98 horsepower in the engine compartment. Buyers can choose between a 5-speed manual transmission or a CVT. Front-wheel drive is standard.

The Spark’s lack of power and small size translates into very negligible gas mileage: 29 mpg city, 38 highway, 33 combined mpg with a 5-speed manual transmission and 30/38/33 mpg with a CVT.

Chevrolet Spark 2021.

That is, with any transmission, the hatch has a fuel efficiency of 6 liters per 100 kilometers on the highway.

Despite its low price, the Spark offers a limited but sufficient number of active safety features. True, they are all limited to older trim levels or the highest trim level.

Chevy, for an additional $ 295, is installing a low-speed automatic emergency braking system and a lane departure warning system. This is as good a deal as buying Spark itself.
Crash test results are limited.

Options and prices

• The cheapest Spark in the LS trim costs just $ 14,395 after shipping fees deducted, making it one of the cheapest new cars available on the market. Its short list of standard features includes fabric upholstery, a 7.0-inch touchscreen media information system, two USB ports, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support, a four-speaker sound system and air conditioning.

Chevrolet Spark 2021.

• 1LT grade is sold for $ 16,295. Its additional features over the LS version include power windows and locks, cruise control, heated mirrors, alloy wheels and a six-speaker stereo.

• The $ 17,395 Activ package is the sporty Spark. Unique features include more aggressive styling cues, synthetic leather upholstery and heated seats.

• The most expensive Spark — 2LT configurations for $ 17,795. It received Activ upholstery and heated seats, as well as keyless start and rear parking sensors.

Exterior

For 2019, the Spark underwent a stylish front end redesign that gave it better proportions and a downright chic look.

The Spark style is confirmed by ten available colors, most of which are fun, jazzy shades that emphasize the accessibility, unpretentiousness and cheerfulness of this small subcompact. Who can not smile at a tiny car drawn with toasted marshmallows?

The fact that a car under $ 15,000 can look so good is a commendable achievement in our eyes.

Chevrolet Spark 2021.

Interior

The 2021 Chevrolet Spark has a small footprint and a black plastic cockpit, although the two more expensive trim levels have metallic trim on the dash and upper front doors.

Each Spark features a 7-inch color touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. It’s not the latest Chevy infotainment software, but the interface works well, is reasonably responsive and easy to use.

Two USB ports mounted under the screen make plugging and charging easy. Spark can also include its own Wi-Fi hotspot.

The new Chevrolet Spark accommodates four people. The front seats are very comfortable, albeit a little stiff.

The biggest issue with the rear seats is the meager 33 inches of legroom, although this shouldn’t come as a surprise considering the car is only 3,630 millimeters long.

Synthetic leather or fabric upholstery is available, but we prefer the fabric both for its visually interesting pattern and for its durability.

The luggage compartment behind the rear seats is 11 cubic feet. The rear seats fold in two stages, in which the seat cushion must be raised before lowering the backrest. When folded, the Spark has a cargo volume of 765 liters.

Chevrolet Spark 2021.

Driving experience

The thing about the 2021 Chevrolet Spark isn’t performance. However, its 98 horsepower is sufficient for city driving, but acceleration on the highway is slow, and its short wheelbase can mean a rough ride on bad asphalt.

It navigates city streets much better, where its diminutive size and great looks make it easy to point and shoot through narrow streets, garages or tight traffic jams.

Spark’s lightweight and agile steering makes parallel parking easy, and three-point turns are a thing of the past.

Summary

The 2021 Chevrolet Spark is a neat and agile city car.

If you have $ 15,000 to spend on vehicles and insist on buying a brand new car, Spark should be on your shortlist.

We would recommend the 1LT set in toasted marshmallow.

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