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Chevrolet Spark owner reviews

"The Chevrolet Spark fulfils its role as basic city transport, though rivals offer similar space and offer better value."

Carbuyer Rating

2.3 out of 5

Owners Rating

4.0 out of 5

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Reviews

Owner Reviews

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  • 3 out of 5
  • 2 out of 5
  • 1 out of 5
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Common Problems

  • Other (3 cases)
  • Engine, Gearbox / clutch, Other (1 case)

Review 1 of 18

5 out of 5

Car Details

Model

<1 litre, Petrol, Manual

Year

2011

Avg annual mileage

5,000 – 9,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

Used

Typical MPG

55
Tell us what you think about your car?
good
Would you recommend the car to a friend?

4 out of 5

Car Details

Model

<1 litre, Petrol, Manual

Year

2010

Avg annual mileage

5,000 – 9,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

New

Typical MPG

65
Tell us what you think about your car?
Very small and nippy to get through tight spots, no breakdowns whatsoever since owning it
Would you recommend the car to a friend?

4 out of 5

Car Details

Model

plus, Less than 1.0-litre , Petrol, Manual

Year

2009

Avg annual mileage

5,000 – 9,999

Bought Car

New
Would you recommend the car to a friend?

5 out of 5

Car Details

Model

1.0i LS

Year

2013

Avg annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

New

Typical MPG

68.5
Tell us what you think about your car?
I took delivery of my Chevrolet Spark 2 weeks ago and I've covered a lot of the M1 on several occasions. This car has to be driven hard but when it is, it so easily keeps up with anyone else. I love my little car. Has all the creature comforts and happily trundles on motorway at 80mph. It's not a family car but as a single person it suits me perfectly. £30 to tax for the year, very low insurance and fantastic on fuel. It has all the mod cons - CD, USB, AUX, electric windows, air-con, central locking and a fantastic smart interior. I highly recommend it - it's easy to park, a breeze to drive in cities nipping in and out. Love my Chevy.
Would you recommend the car to a friend?

5 out of 5

Car Details

Model

1.0 LS

Year

2011

Avg annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

New

Typical MPG

57
Tell us what you think about your car?
The reviews did make me wary of this car... But it is great. Okay so it isn't the fastest car and it is noisy at 70mph but it is a city car. Great MPG, nice to drive, cheap tax and Insurance and cheap new Continental tyres. Would have been nice to come with a spare tyre but overall a great car with quirky looks.
Would you recommend the car to a friend?

4 out of 5

Car Details

Model

<1 litre, Petrol, Manual

Year

2010

Avg annual mileage

5,000 – 9,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

New

Typical MPG

45
Tell us what you think about your car?
no faults
Would you recommend the car to a friend?

5 out of 5

Car Details

Model

, 1.0-litre to 1.5-litre, Petrol, Manual

Year

2010

Avg annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

Used
Tell us what you think about your car?
Wouldn't appeal to speed-freaks or 'look at me i've got a flashy big car' types but then we don't have to spend £70 to fill up or £150 a tyre either.
Would you recommend the car to a friend?

4 out of 5

Car Details

Model

1.2LT, 1.0-litre to 1.5-litre, Petrol, Manual

Year

2011

Avg annual mileage

5,000 – 9,999

Bought Car

Used
Would you recommend the car to a friend?

5 out of 5

Car Details

Model

LX, 1.0-litre to 1.5-litre, Petrol, Manual

Year

2010

Avg annual mileage

5,000 – 9,999

Bought Car

Used
Would you recommend the car to a friend?

2 out of 5

Car Details

Model

none, 1.0-litre to 1.5-litre, Petrol, Manual

Year

2011

Avg annual mileage

0 – 4,999

Bought Car

Used
Would you recommend the car to a friend?

1 out of 5

Car Details

Model

Spark 1.0

Year

2010

Avg annual mileage

5,000 – 9,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

New

Typical MPG

45
Tell us what you think about your car?
This car has to be the worst car I have ever driven! The gears are awful to use, it can’t take a hill if you can’t get speed up. It is useless at cornering, noisy in 5 gear. The seating in the back is pointless as there is no leg room. It’s cheaply made and feels like a tin can on wheels. And to top all of this the clutch pedal is made of plastic which snapped off !!! I think Tonka toys would make a more robust car.
Would you recommend the car to a friend?

2 out of 5

Car Details

Year

2013

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

New
Tell us what you think about your car?
Just acceptable as a rental in town. Lacks basic features. Stupid airbag light stays on all the time and steering wheel partially blocks view of speedo. Noisy engine. Overall I would not buy this car.
Would you recommend the car to a friend?

5 out of 5

Car Details

Model

, 1.0-litre to 1.5-litre, Petrol, Manual

Year

2010

Avg annual mileage

0 – 4,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

New
Would you recommend the car to a friend?

4 out of 5

Car Details

Model

LS, Less than 1.0-litre , Petrol, Manual

Year

2010

Avg annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Bought Car

Used
Would you recommend the car to a friend?

4 out of 5

Car Details

Model

1-1.5 litre, Petrol

Year

2011

Avg annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

Used

Typical MPG

50
Tell us what you think about your car?
No problems what so ever.
Would you recommend the car to a friend?

4 out of 5

Car Details

Model

<1 litre, Petrol, Manual

Year

2010

Avg annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

Used

Typical MPG

45
Tell us what you think about your car?
Water pump replaced under warranty on 2nd annual service. I was without the car for days
Would you recommend the car to a friend?

4 out of 5

Car Details

Model

<1 litre, Petrol, Manual

Year

2011

Avg annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

Used

Typical MPG

45
Tell us what you think about your car?
starts first time every time
Would you recommend the car to a friend?

5 out of 5

Car Details

Model

1.0 Plus, 1.0-litre to 1.5-litre, Petrol, Manual

Avg annual mileage

0 – 4,999

Bought Car

Used
Would you recommend the car to a friend?

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