Chevrolet Spark 2012–2014 car dimensions: 3595 mm long, 1597 mm wide and 1522 mm high. Unladen weight is 864 kg. Boot space with the seats up is 170 litres.
The LT grade has standard air conditioning. Audio includes a CD/DAB radio with Bluetooth, USB and AUX. Parking sensors and a reversing camera appear only on higher grades such as LTZ. Cruise control is limited to top grades. No automatic emergency braking, blind-spot warning or lane-keep systems are listed.
Boot volume is 170 litres with the rear seats in place. Folding the 60/40 split rear seats increases space to 568 litres.
Gross vehicle weight is listed at 1367 kg with a kerb weight around 864 kg, giving a payload near 500 kg. No factory towing capacities are published for the European models.
The cabin has a high seating position and a motorcycle-style instrument pod. Front space is decent for the class with a four-way manual driver's seat and tilt steering on LT. Rear room is tight for adults. Materials feel basic with cloth seats. Air conditioning is standard. 60/40 split rear seats fold for more cargo. It is practical for city use but plain.
Combined fuel use 5.0 l/100 km, 118 g/km CO2, 35-litre tank.
Euro NCAP four stars.
Standard six airbags, ABS with brake assist, ESC, ISOFIX.
Service interval oil change every 15 000 km or 12 months.
The 1.2 petrol returns 5.0 litres per 100 km combined and 118 g/km CO2 under the official cycle. The tank holds 35 litres. Real-world figures vary with driving but stay thrifty for short trips.
Oil and filter changes come every 15 000 km or once a year. Other items such as cabin filter and brake fluid follow the same pattern or longer gaps. Long-life fluids help keep costs down.
It scored four stars at Euro NCAP. Standard kit covers front, side and curtain airbags, ABS, brake assist, electronic stability control and ISOFIX mounts. Child locks and seatbelt reminders are included.
Keep the car with regular oil services and tyre checks. The simple mechanicals and small size make it easy and cheap to run in town. Parts stay available through the Chevrolet network.
Length 3595 mm, Width 1597 mm, Height 1522 mm, Wheelbase 2375 mm (Spark 2012–2014)
Sources: manufacturer data, Chevrolet UK Spark brochure and Specifications & Prices sheet, October 2013 , ©2013 Chevrolet UK, 1.2 LT kerb weight, 102 mph is.