Used 2016 Chevrolet Spark ACTIV for sale 

For the 2016 manufacturing year, Chevrolet Spark Comes with three different trim levels namely: LS, 1LT, and 2LT. The base trim has manual transmission on offer as standard but every trim level has its counter automatic gearbox which will force you to increase your budget. The base trim LS is available in the market with a price tag of $13,535 and the pricing goes up to $18,160 for the upper 2LT trim. 

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We recommend going with the mid-level trim Chevrolet Spark 1LT and even in this trim opt for the automatic transmission, surely it may cost you slightly more than the base trim but it has some quite decent standard features like foglights, power-adjustable ORVM, steering mounted audio/phone controls, Theft-deterrent and 6-speaker audio system. All these features with an automatic gearbox will make your ride experience much more convenient and hassle-free.

The I-4 gas engine comes mated to a 5-speed manual transmission as standard but Chevrolet also offers each trim level with single-speed automatic transmission which certainly makes both lives and rides hassle-free on the road full of traffic. The Spark with manual transmission can achieve 60mph speed from rest position within 10.8 seconds and it completes the quarter-mile run in 18.2 seconds. All these numbers state how slow this vehicle is and it will take its own time to accelerate on highways.

Every vehicle in this segment has an inline-four gas engine under its hood which sends all the power to front wheels with an FWD system but Honda Fit and Hyundai Accent Hatchback are the only hatchbacks that have a standard 6-speed manual gearbox mated to the engine. Hyundai Accent stands tall with the most powerful engine with 137 hp power followed by the 130hp & 120hp engines of Honda and Ford respectively. Chevrolet Spark lets us down with poor specs and performance, it’s the only vehicle with such performance.

The Chevrolet Spark is a small car and made for those people who wanna travel from one place to another within a budget. So, to keep it as light as possible on the owner’s pocket, Chevrolet has integrated a fuel-efficient engine that claims around 31 mpg in city riding, an impressive 41 mpg while cruising on straight highways, and 34 mpg under combined conditions. These figures are quite impressive and attractive for those who are looking for a pocket-friendly vehicle.

The fuel economy of every vehicle in the competition is a perfect imitation of the engine these vehicles receive. The Chevrolet Spark claims the highest number of around 34 mpg which makes complete sense because of its less powered engine but the most surprising thing is that Honda Fit, the fastest vehicle in the competition claims relatively better fuel efficiency than all the rivals in the table. The combination of best performance and adequate fuel economy takes Honda on the top of the list, while the other two Ford & Hyundai claim a decent 31 mpg.

The seating comfort on the front row is decent but not the best, Chevrolet Spark lacks legroom in both the front and rear row while the front row also has some shoulder room issues. Other than that, the base trim features manually adjustable seats with fabric upholstery but if one wants features like heated seats with leather-wrapped steering and leather upholstery then one might consider going with the 2LT trim.

Out of all four vehicles in the competition, Chevrolet Spark is the only hatchback with a seating capacity of 4 whereas others can occupy 5. When it comes to the first row, Honda Fit and Hyundai Accent Hatchback have balanced dimensions, after them comes to the Ford Fiesta with slightly less shoulder & headroom. On the rear row, Honda Fit takes the trophy of the most spacious and comfortable compact car as it leaves behind every car in terms of legroom, whereas Hyundai now comes to the second position followed by the Spark. Some highlights of the interior features of Chevy Spark are:

• Single-zone manual AC
• 60-40 split-folding rear seats
• Trip computer & Outside temp gauge
• Manually tilt-only steering wheel
• Chevy’s OnStar telematics system
• Carpeted floor mats (on upper trims)
• Steering mounted audio & phone controls (on upper trims)
• Heated front seats (on 2LT)
• Rear park assist with audible warning

How intuitive is the infotainment unit?

Not much is expected from this segment when it comes to the entertainment of the occupants, just like every other vehicle in this compact hatchback segment, Chevrolet Spark features a basic infotainment system. The system includes a 7-inch color touchscreen, AM/FM stereo with seek-scan, digital clock, Bluetooth/AUX audio streaming, a USB port, standard Apple CarPlay/ Android Auto smartphone integration, and lastly 4-speaker audio system. All these features make a person’s ride enjoyable and easygoing. Some highlights of the infotainment system are:

• 4G LTE WiFi hotspot
• MyLink infotainment system
• 7-inch touchscreen display
• Bluetooth phone & audio connectivity
• USB charging port
• Apple CarPlay & Android Auto 
• Four-speaker audio system with AUX audio input
• Six speaker audio system (on upper trims)
• Satellite radio (on upper trims)

For the 2016 Spark, Chevrolet has completely redesigned this vehicle with an all-new chassis which is quite nimble on its wheels, plus this year’s model also experiences some additional features too. The front fascia looks really cool and slightly stylish with those sharp automatic headlights while the chrome trims around the front grille and fog lamps with Chevrolet badge in the middle further enhance its looks.

The side profile has some aggressive lines and curves but most of the side profile look is basic, other than that the base trim comes with the 15-inch alloy wheels and the upper trim gets the machined finished gray wheels which somewhat improves the basic looks of this hatchback. Nothing much is happening at the rear side but Spark does get some unique taillights and bumper reflectors.

As per the data mentioned above, Chevrolet Spark seems the lightest hatchback with a curb weight of just 2248 pounds while others in the competition fall around 2500 pounds weight category. Chevrolet isn’t only the lightest but also the shortest in length and wheelbase which certainly gives it an upper edge while maneuvering through tight city conditions. Hyundai Accent is also special in its own way as its height and width ratio with somewhat less weight than Ford and Honda keeps it stable on turns but its long wheelbase might restrict its movement in tight situations. Some highlights of features on Chevy Spark exterior are:

• 15-inch Alloy Wheels
• Rear spoiler
• Automatic headlamps
• Rearview Camera
• Foglights (on upper trims)
• Power-adjustable ORVM (on upper trims)
• Remote keyless entry (on upper trims)
• Heated power mirrors (on 2LT)
• Roof rails (on 2LT)
• Rear parking sensors (on 2LT)
• Machined finished gray wheels (on 2LT)
• Sporty front & rear fascia & chrome trims (on 2LT)

The safety features and technology of the new Chevrolet Spark aren’t just for show, this vehicle receives a solid 4-star safety rating in the overall crash test done by the NHTSA, whereas IIHS has granted this hatchback with an overall “Good” safety rating badge. Chevrolet has kept the safety of the occupants as its main priority and even integrated the base trim with tech like StabiliTrak stability control with brake assist, hill start assist, traction control, rearview camera, 10 airbags, and OnStar guidance plan for 6 months including automatic crash response, stolen vehicle, roadside assistance, turn-by-turn navigation and much more. Some important safety features of Spark are:

• Tire pressure monitoring system
• StabiliTrak stability control
• Brake assist
• Hill-start assist
• Traction control
• Rearview camera
• Rear park assist with audible warning
• 10-airbags

2016 Chevrolet Spark Hatchback Vs 2016 Ford Fiesta

The Ford Fiesta exceeds the Chevrolet Spark in terms of power and performance but it still can’t match the fuel economy of the Chevrolet. Chevrolet is much smaller in size as compared to Ford Fiesta and with those dimensions, it becomes easy for it to ride through city traffic but the underpowered engine struggles to achieve speed on highways, plus the bigger dimension of Fiesta ensures the better cabin space.

2016 Chevrolet Spark Hatchback Vs 2016 Honda Fit

The Honda Fit is the best combination of a powerful engine and fuel-efficient drive, it has the best engine which not only provides amazing performance but also a relatively better fuel economy of 32 mpg in combined conditions whereas with the least performance figures Chevrolet is only able to claim around 34 mpg. The Honda Fit also has the most spacious cabin in the competition but bigger dimensions may restrict its maneuverability in cities.

2016 Chevrolet Spark Hatchback Vs 2016 Hyundai Accent Hatchback

The Hyundai Accent Hatchback comes with a 130 hp engine which solves all the slow pickup and laggy performance of Chevrolet Spark and it can also touch a max speed of 189 mph which is best for highway cruising as the engine would struggle less at high speeds and ultimately claims more economy with decent driving skills. Hyundai also has seating space for 5 people but its bigger dimensions do steal the compact and nimble traits.

The 2016 Chevrolet Spark immediately becomes the best choice for those who just wanna complete their daily tasks and who will spend most of their time riding it in cities and towns. This hatchback has the most compact chassis in the competition and also has the best fuel economy which will keep in check your pocket but the major downside of Spark is its engine performance. If you can deal with it then go for this vehicle without hesitation.