2022 Chevy Spark
The 2022 Chevy Spark is proof that new car prices can be deceiving. Starting at $13,600,[a] the Spark is the most affordable car in the Chevy lineup, but that doesn’t mean it skimps on quality of any kind. Instead, the Spark sheds new light on Chevy’s ability to give customers what they want, and in this case, it’s an affordable, subcompact hatchback laden with personality and impressive quality.
The Spark got its start abroad under Daewoo Motors in the late 1990s. GM later purchased Daewoo and brought the Spark along with it. Its success in GM’s global market throughout the early and mid-2000s prompted the American automaker to introduce it on its home turf in 2012. Before that could happen, however, GM had to make a few adjustments to meet the demands of American terrain and the expectations of American drivers.
Chevy increased the Spark’s mid-range torque to give the driver a feeling of greater power, in addition to extending the Spark’s footprint and increasing the size of its wheels to give it a more stable and sturdier stance on the road. These improvements, along with tuned coil springs and better damping rates of the struts and shocks, made the Spark more fun to drive and capable of handling America’s vast terrain.
Since its debut in America, the Spark has been a staple in the Chevy lineup. Its subcompact size makes it incredibly agile and ideal for drivers looking for a great commuter vehicle that’s easy to maneuver and park in the city. Its affordable price tag makes it attractive to drivers on a budget and, as you’ll soon see, proves that affordability isn’t mutually exclusive with quality, at least not with Chevy.
MSRP: $13,600[a]
Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 30/38 mpg
Horsepower: 98 hp
Torque: 94 lb-ft
Design
The 2022 Spark lives up to its name with its bold, cheerful design delivering plenty of personality to Chevy’s lineup along with two rows of seats and 27.2 cubic feet of cargo space. The subcompact hatchback is available in an array of exterior colors from staples like Summit White, Silver Ice, Nightfall Gray, and Mosaic Black to fun options like Crimson, Cayenne, Orange, Red Hot, Blue Glow, Nitro Yellow, and Mystic Blue. The 2022 Spark Special Edition adds more personality to the hatchback with its two-tone painted roof, black-painted grille, accent-color daytime running lamp bezels, accent-color mirror caps, and black grille surround. The Special Edition also comes with unique 15-inch black-painted alloy wheels and black bowtie emblems.
Trim Options
Immediately recognizable with its unique design and exterior color palette, the Spark also offers a wide range of trims from the LS to the 2LT. The entry-level LS starts the lineup at $13,600* and comes equipped with a standard rear vision camera, a 7-inch color touchscreen display, and the Chevrolet Infotainment 3 System that’s home to smartphone integration via Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Next in the lineup is the 1LT that adds 15-inch wheels, power windows, and power door locks. You’ll also find plenty of conveniences like the steering wheel-mounted controls for phone, audio, and cruise control, as well as remote keyless entry and a remote panic alarm.
For the Spark’s price tag, trims like the ACTIV and 2LT offer impressive luxury. The ACTIV balances luxury with a sportier design with its heated leather front seats, roof rails, skid plates, and unique 15-inch alloy wheels that boost its ground clearance to just under half an inch. It also features an exclusive front grille and rear fascia that immediately distinguish it in the lineup. The 2LT is focused more on luxury with its heated leather seats and leather-wrapped steering wheel. It also adds keyless entry and keyless start, making the 2LT an exceptional value.
Performance
Engine and Transmission Options
The 2022 Spark is a rare gem in the automotive industry in that it comes equipped with a five-speed manual transmission. Drivers who enjoy having a physical connection to their vehicle and greater control are certainly in for a treat. Why? Most vehicles are equipped with automatic transmissions and offer paddle shifters on the steering wheel to give you the sense of driving a manual and having that connection with the vehicle. The 2022 Spark actually gives you that manual control.
For those who prefer an automatic transmission, Chevy happily obliges and offers the Spark with a continuously variable transmission that optimizes the hatchback’s performance and efficiency. Both transmissions are mated to a 1.4-liter naturally aspirated four-cylinder engine that delivers 98 horsepower and 94 lb-ft of torque. While this isn’t a lot of power by most standards, the Spark’s size makes it more than enough, while its steering and suspension ensure its responsiveness and ride quality at any speed.
Fuel Efficiency
As expected, the Spark’s size and powertrain make it incredibly efficient and ideal for commuters looking to spend less on fuel. Offered only in front-wheel drive, the Spark averages 30 MPG in the city and 38 MPG on the highway when equipped with the continuously variable transmission. Opting for the manual transmission slightly decreases the Spark’s efficiency to an average of 29 MPG in the city and 38 MPG on the highway,
The availability of either a manual or automatic transmission adds to the Spark’s attractiveness, as does its impressive efficiency. More importantly, it delivers enough power to give you the confidence you need to navigate the road ahead. That means using the Spark’s agility and capability to your advantage when you’re weaving through rush-hour traffic, driving down a narrow city street, or inching into a tight parking space.
Technology
Affordable Yet Still Technologically Packed
The 2022 Spark is one of the most affordable cars in the American automotive industry. For Chevy, that affordability isn’t mutually exclusive with innovation, and that’s why you’ll find plenty of technology throughout the subcompact hatchback. That technology starts with the Spark’s standard 7-inch color touchscreen display that’s home to the Chevrolet infotainment system. Through the system, you have access to your smartphone via Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration. This puts your favorite apps at your fingertips in an intuitive layout that makes it easy to make calls, navigate the quickest route, respond to messages, and more with the touch of a button or a simple voice command.
The Spark’s display is also home to an available WiFi hotspot that turns the hatchback into a mobile office or entertainment venue. It’s also home to the Spark’s standard rearview camera that gives you a clear view behind the hatchback to make navigating in reverse easier. Along with the rearview camera, the Spark also comes with a host of active and passive safety features like its high-strength steel safety cage and 10 standard airbags throughout the cabin.
Safety Is Still a Priority
Chevy’s commitment to offering innovative technology is even more apparent in the Spark’s suite of available safety and driver-assist tools that are designed to enhance your visibility and actively minimize the potential for collision whenever you’re in the driver’s seat. Automatic Emergency Braking works with tools like Forward Collision Alert and can bring the Spark to an emergency stop or enhance your braking when a collision is imminent. This can mean the difference between a small fender bender or a serious accident.
The Spark’s Lane Departure Warning helps you keep the hatchback safely in its lane, while Rear Park Assist makes parking the Spark easier by outlining your path and alerting you to potential obstacles. For drivers who want greater peace of mind, just equip the Spark with OnStar Automatic Crash Response. The system automatically notifies emergency personnel of your location when your airbags deploy. When accidents occur, every second counts. With OnStar, you have one less thing to worry about when the unexpected occurs.
Find Your Spark at North Park Chevrolet
Are you new car shopping on a budget? The 2022 Chevy Spark is an excellent option and proves that a modest price tag doesn’t have to mean settling for less. That’s especially true when you shop with North Park Chevrolet–a team that’s committed to keeping more of your hard-earned money right where it belongs–in your wallet.
This approach, along with our commitment to transparency, integrity, and accountability, are why we’re the highest-rated Chevy dealer in the region. Unlike so many other dealers, we believe in putting you first throughout every step of the process, whether that means shopping for a new model like the 2022 Spark or browsing our vast inventory of used vehicles. Because we hand-select our inventory to ensure there’s something for every budget and driving need, we guarantee you’ll find exactly what you’re looking for right here on our lot.
Our reputation in the region is rooted in our commitment to our customers and is reflected in honors like our 2019 Dealer of Excellence Award from J.D. Power. But, more importantly, it’s apparent in the hundreds of repeat customers we see time and time again as they entrust us with all their vehicle needs from buying and selling to service. When you shop with North Park Chevrolet, you’re putting your trust in an award-winning dealership that works hard to deliver the best car-buying and owning experience possible. That’s what it means to shop with North Park Chevrolet, where all your vehicle dreams can come true.