2016 Chevrolet Spark EV

  • $25,120 MSRP From
  • 119 mpge AVG, Comb.
  • 7.2 sec. 0-60 MPH
  • 82 miles Electric Range
  • Chevrolet Spark EV is a four-seat Fully Electric sub-compact vehicle in the Electric Hatchback category. For the 2016 model year, there are two trim-lines to choose from, both with the same engine that produces 140 horsepower, which is enough for the 2,866 lbs. hatchback to reach 60 mph from zero in 7.2 seconds. The Spark EV is capable of traveling 82 miles relying solely on electric power. It takes seven hours for the vehicle to charge its batteries. EPA-estimated annual electricity expense is $600, which over the course of five years will save you $7,500 in extra fuel spending.

2016 Chevrolet Spark EV LT

Exterior

2016 Chevrolet Spark EV Exterior Dimensions

Exterior Dimensions

  • Width: -
  • Width W/O Mirrors: 64.0 in
  • Length: 146.5 in
  • Height: 62.6 in
  • Wheelbase: 93.5 in

2016 Spark EV has a relatively short wheelbase ( 93.5 in) on a narrower body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively lighter with curb weight of 2866 lbs.

Interior

2016 Spark EV - First Row

First Row Dimensions

Leg Room: 42.0 inHip Room: 48.0 inHead Room: 39.4 inShoulder Room: 50.7 in
2016 Spark EV - Second Row

Second Row Dimensions

Leg Room: 35.2 inHip Room: 47.5 inHead Room: 37.3 inShoulder Room: 49.7 in
2016 Spark EV - Cargo Area

Trunk Volume

9.6 ft3

2016 Spark EV seats four adults. It has class-leading first-row passenger room on only two measurements - legs and head - and larger than average room for first-row passengers on hips. When it comes to second-row passenger room, Spark EV falls below average on all four measurements: legs, shoulders, hips, and head room. Trunk volume is smaller than average with 9.6 cu. ft.

Full Specifications

Trim

2016 Spark EV 1LT

2016 Spark EV 2LT

Starging MSRP$25,120$25,510
EngineElectric MotorElectric Motor
HP140 hp140 hp
DrivetrainFront Wheel DriveFront Wheel Drive
0-60 mph7.2 sec7.2 sec
Electric City Range87.8 ml.87.8 ml.
Electric Highway Range74.8 ml.74.8 ml.
Electric Combined Range82 ml.82 ml.
City128 MPGe128 MPGe
Highway109 MPGe109 MPGe
Combined119 MPGe119 MPGe
Annual Fuel Cost$600$600

2016 Spark EV Hatchback comes in two trim levels, with an average price that is $2,311 less compared to its rivals. With a lighter body, and on average more powerful engine, Spark EV has a class-leading fuel economy of 119 mpg.

Safety

  • Complaints: 40
  • Recalls: 3

Customers have filed forty complaints, which is less than the average for its rivals. There are also three recalls issued by Chevrolet, which by itself is a relatively low number.

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Last updated on Jul 13, 2018 - 19:00:17 ET
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