2020 Chevrolet Spark review
Chevrolet Spark highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Lots of high-tech optional features
- Easy to park in tight spaces
- Modern infotainment capabilities as standard
Cons
- Slow acceleration
- Poor seat support
- Lacking cargo space
Mileage (EPA estimate)
29 city, 37 highway, 32 combined
Pricing for current inventory
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Small size, big adventures
Bright and fun, the Chevrolet Spark is an ideal vehicle for your city lifestyle, with surprising versatility to go beyond. The 2020 Chevrolet Spark features five doors, five seats, modern technology, and the utility of a hatchback design. All five trims are powered by a peppy 1.4L four-cylinder engine and a five-speed manual transmission, or an available CVT if driving a stick isn't your thing. The go-anywhere styling and size of the 2020 Spark will inspire many new and exciting road trips.
All Chevrolet Spark years
What is new for the 2020 Chevrolet Spark?
- Lane Departure Warning features are now available as options on select trims.
2020 Chevrolet Spark trims
LS:
Includes air conditioning, a seven-inch touchscreen, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity, a rearview camera, and more.
1LT:
Adds heated side-view mirrors, power locks, power windows, steering-wheel-mounted controls, and more.
ACTIV:
Adds a luggage rack, unique black bumpers, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, heated front seats, and more.
2LT:
Adds chrome exterior trim, push-button start, rear park assist, and more.
Chevrolet Spark photos
5 reasons to buy the 2020 Chevrolet Spark
1. Connected technology
Do more in the 2020 Chevrolet Spark, which keeps you connected with life. Audio streaming technology like Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay® connectivity are included as standard in the 2020 Spark. Other standard gear includes illuminated USB charge ports and an available 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot.
2. Small in size, big on space
Don't let the compact dimensions of the 2020 Chevrolet Spark trick you into thinking it can't handle everyday life. With the rear seats folded, you'll have 27.2 cubic feet of cargo space at your disposal. An impressive 94.1 cubic feet of passenger volume is enough for up to five passengers, and there's even 33 inches of legroom in the second-row seats.
3. Going the distance
Getting the most out of a tank of gas is something the Chevrolet Spark does well. Whether you're driving around town or cruising down the highway, you can stretch the distance between trips to the gas station. The 2020 Chevrolet Spark with the CVT and 1.4L four-cylinder engine gets an EPA-estimated 30 mpg city and 38 mpg highway fuel economy.
4. Modern driving aids
Even the smallest vehicles have the latest driver aids, and the Chevrolet Spark doesn't get left behind. The Driver Confidence package, available on the 2020 Spark 2LT, adds low-speed forward automatic braking, forward collision alert, and lane-departure warning. Rear parking assist is standard on all 2020 Chevrolet Spark 2LT models, and there's a standard rearview camera on all trims that makes backing up easier.
5. Fits the city life
Squeezing into the last small parking space, navigating tight one-way roads, and weaving through commuter traffic—these are all things the Chevrolet Spark can do with ease. At just over five feet wide (62.8 inches), the 2020 Spark is the ultimate downtown machine. It's small on the outside but big on the inside, so you can take your crew out for a night on the town.
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The 2017-2019 Nissan Versa base S trim includes:
Four-speaker audio system with Bluetooth connectivity
Seven-inch touchscreen
Rearview camera
Available in sedan and hatchback models, the 2017-2019 Hyundai Accent has stylish touches like LED daytime running lights, side-mirror signals, and 17-inch alloy wheels (Ultimate trim). Inside, tech and comfort collide. Streaming technology is included in the Preferred and higher trims, but USB charge ports are included as standard on all trims. With 130 hp, an impressive 1.6L four-cylinder engine with a six-speed manual transmission powers the 2017-2019 Accent.
The base-model 2017-2019 Hyundai Accent Essential is loaded with features, such as:
Cloth seats
Five-inch infotainment system
Rearview camera
Powered by a 78-hp 1.2L three-cylinder engine and five-speed manual transmission, the 2017-2019 Mitsubishi Mirage has plenty of power for around-town driving. The 2017-2019 Mirage SE is packed with features, including streaming tech and luxury touches like a leather-wrapped steering wheel. The 2017-2019 Mirage GT adds colored stitching, sport-trimmed seats, and unique exterior styling for a sporty appearance.
Standard equipment on the 2017-2019 Mitsubishi Mirage GT includes:
Bluetooth connectivity with steering-wheel-mounted controls
Rearview camera
Four-speaker audio system
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Ratings & reliability
RepairPal gave the Chevrolet Spark an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Chevrolet Spark 8th out of 27 among Subcompact Cars.
View RepairPal's full rating of the Chevrolet SparkChevrolet Spark features and specs
LS 2WD 4D Hatchback
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cloth Seats
- Manual Transmission
- Overhead Airbags
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Spoiler
- Rear View Camera
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
1.4L
Horsepower
98
Torque (ft-lbs)
94
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
9
Wheelbase
93.9"
Overall length
143.1"
Width
62.8"
Height
58.4"
Leg room
F 41.7"/R 33"
Head room
F 39"/R 37"
Front tires
P185/55R15
Rear tires
P185/55R15
Seating capacity
4
Transmission
Manual 5
2020 Chevrolet Spark FAQ
The 2020 Chevrolet Spark is a front-wheel-drive car with traction control, which tends to give decent grip in snow. Make sure to drive according to weather conditions and use a full set of winter tires in snow or ice.
Yes, manual single-zone air conditioning is included in every 2020 Chevrolet Spark model. This climate system also includes a cabin air filter, which is designed to clean out dirt and dust particles before the air enters the passenger cabin.
The 2020 Chevrolet Spark might surprise you. There are 39 inches of headroom in the front and 41.7 inches of legroom. That should be enough room for most people but be sure to try out the 2020 Spark in person to be sure.
More about the 2020 Chevrolet Spark
Color options
Exterior colors:
Caribbean Blue
Mosaic Black
Nightfall Gray
Orange Burst
Passion Fruit
Raspberry
Red Hot
Silver Ice
Summit White
Toasted Marshmallow
Interior colors:
Jet Black with Caribbean Blue
Jet Black with Dark Anderson Silver
Jet Black with Orange Burst
Interior details
The 2020 Chevrolet Spark has a surprisingly spacious interior, offering 94.1 cubic feet of passenger volume and seating for up to five. With the rear seats folded, you can make use of all 27.2 cubic feet of cargo space for larger objects. Accent colors like Caribbean Blue and Orange Burst add personality to the leatherette seats of ACTIV and 2LT trims.
Child seat details
There are two sets of upper and lower LATCH anchor sets on the outside rear seats of the 2020 Chevrolet Spark, so you can fit two child seats in the vehicle. The LATCH anchors are reasonably easy to access and attach connectors, making child seat installation straightforward. Note that rear anchors are in a hard-to-find location along the back seats. Also, lower anchors are deep into the seats, requiring more pressure to connect latches.
Performance
The 2020 Chevrolet Spark is powered by a 98-hp 1.4L four-cylinder engine paired with a five-speed manual transmission or an available CVT. This engine with the manual transmission helps the 2020 Spark get an EPA-estimated 33 mpg combined.
Year comparison
2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark (first generation)
Bubbling with personality, the 2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark has a 1.2L four-cylinder engine and five-speed manual transmission or optional CVT. In addition, connected technology like OnStar and an available 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot are standard on the first-generation Spark.1 A seven-inch touchscreen, Bluetooth® integration, and cruise control can be found on 1LT models, and leatherette seating is available in the top 2LT trim.
2016-present Chevrolet Spark (second generation)
A 1.4L four-cylinder engine replaces the original 1.2L engine for the second-generation Spark. There are now four trims to choose from, with the addition of the ACTIV trim just below the top-end 2LT. In addition, a suite of driver aids is available in the 2016-2022 Chevrolet Spark 2LT with the Driver Confidence package. Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity are standard for 2019 and later models.
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