Review: The 2021 Chevy Spark is Bite Size FUN!!
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- Опубліковано 4 лип 2024
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Small hatchbacks seem to have lost their place among crossover SUVs. But while they are no longer the most popular type of vehicle, there still is a market for small, inexpensive cars. The Chevrolet Spark 2021 is among the last of these types of cars and is one of the least expensive new cars that you can buy.
Under the very short hood of the Chevy Spark is a 1.4L naturally aspirated engine. It doesn’t produce 100 hp, not even 99 hp. 98 hp (73 kW) is all you get to play with along with 94 lb-ft (127 Nm) of torque. But with a car that only tips the scales at 1,049 kg as this demo vehicle is equipped, the power & torque make it feel quite peppy.
Another great benefit to being so light & having a naturally aspirated engine is fuel economy. With the equipped CVT automatic, the 2021 Chevrolet Spark can achieve 7.7 L/100km (30.5 MPG) in a city and 6.2 L/100km (37.9 MPG) on a highway.
The least expensive LS trim of the Chevy Spark 2021 does not have convenience features like power windows, power locks, power mirrors, air conditioning or cruise control. It’s as basic as a car can get which is why it is one of the least expensive new cars in North America at just $10,200 CAD ($13,400 USD).
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0:00 Intro
1:25 Performance
5:02 Comfort
7:26 Odds and Ends
8:59 Conclusion - Авто та транспорт
I took my mom car shopping today. We test drove several different cars in the $19,000 range Ford , Buick and Chevy and then the spark. She ended up buying the spark for less than $14,000 It was perfect for her. She literally is the little widow woman driving to church and the beauty salon. I drove it and was pleasantly surprised by it.
It legit is a lot better than it's price would suggest. Thanks for watching!
I’m thinking for my teenage daughter that’s going off to college, how is it on ice and snow?
@@hiyathere599 we live in the south. So I don’t know. Sorry.
On the brighter side, none of your co-workers will want you to drive to take everyone to lunch because they will be uncomfortable in your car. Major win.
Haha, I guess so
Hypermiled this baby from Chicago to Wisconson border...62mpg per computer! And yes, that was verified at the pump...
It’s absolutely wonderful car here in south Texas where it’s flat. It’s flat everywhere and it’s hot. I’ve got a white one. It gets me to the market. It gets me to the ocean. It gets me everywhere I want to go. It has great gas mileage. It’s quiet it’s comfortable it runs wonderfully in the heat. It runs wonderfully in the winter. It has amazing air conditioning. A lot of cars could take a lesson from the spark.
I love my spark I don’t think it’s a crappy car at all. I think it gets excellent mileage rides good and it’s quiet and a lot of cars could take a lesson from that.
I just bought the 2021, cayenne orange. Also, has the 5 speed manual transmission. I absolutely love it. It's my second one. The fuel economy is great. I'm 6ft and it's comfortable. I'm a mechanic and I was pleased with the engine. The timing chain it has is a lot more durable than the timing belt. Definitely worth getting for the price.
How is it on Ice and snow?
@@hiyathere599 I can't comment on thier vehicle, but I can comment on mine. Mine does NOT have anti-lock brakes. I theory, the brakes work REALLY well. Almost stronger than what the car is, in weight. What I mean is, above 30 mph, in the rain, I don't have to do much braking, for the car to be overwhelmed in suspension, under braking, and is uncontrollably sliding. The brakes are almost too powerful, for the weight of the car. This car,as much as I love it for its control reliability, scares the hell out of me, in the rain, but again, I have the basic, non anti-lock brake version. Probably don't want to use it above 30 mph conditions, without anti-lock brakes option.
Your great man. Just natural talking and very informative.
Thank you John! I try my best to sound natural in front of a camera but it's never easy. Hope you like my future videos!
it's an ok car for a single person or a couple i got mine just for a work car
Thank you! As a spark owner, kudos! Great optics. I love the "over" compensating comments! LOL
love my 2021 ls spark with the 5-speed it could be 6" shorter and 6" wider and the armrest could be a bit bigger but 40+ mpg depending on driving habits its awesome
@The Pilgrim 11 months and 12,500 miles in ...it's still a great little car i do not regret the purchase yet it is serving me well
Meh Toyota and Honda way better worth the extra price. Will last long time. My Honda have 554,233 miles on it it is a 2008 civic.
@@HD-Gaming-Zero-Them-Down you are correct however not everyone has the extra 7-10k for a new yoda or honda my spark was 13,500 sticker i picked it up for 13k with 100 miles on the odemeter
I had an LS manual with anti-sway bars , strut tower and such.. plus wider alloy mag and better uhp tires! So fun to drive!
That sounds like a pretty peppy Spark!
Dang, where can I pick up some Sway Bars ?!
@@breddary Ebay.... Or directly from Ultraracing USA or Ultraracing Malaysia
Love my 2021 LT great work car I have the same model shown here great gas milage suits that purpose and price for a new car, not my dream car a hellcat lol but will do around town and some highway trips
I bought this exact car a week ago. Paid under $12,000 with a trade. It's a fully loaded model, minus a sunroof and remote start. (not offered) & It's a Special Edition. Car is beautiful. Currently averaging 38 mpg.
Congrats on your purchase! It's a fun little car and I really enjoyed it.
Thank you for delivering a calm, informative, and pragmatic review. Very easy to watch and listen to. Great camera work too.
Thanks for the great feedback!
The shot of the water reflection of the wheel going to the actual wheel was so cool. And for that I'll sub.
I got my with the extended warranty and oil changes. I put $5,000 down and my payments are $200,00 a month
Congratulations! Did you get a 2LT or a 1LT like this demo car that I had?
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The LS trim in the US has an air conditioner. Maybe that’s why it’s cheaper in Canada? Great video quality btw 👍
That would make sense. Thanks for watching!
These are 10 grand with discounts. Same with the Mitsubishi Mirage here with power windows that the Canadian models do not have. Great deals on base models.
I got mine with all base only ac. I rather all manual. Makes it lighter and less to break. Its biggest upside is its lightness.
Yup, I'd go for the manual version too with at least A/C & remote power locking doors.
This looks like a great commuter car if your commute is less than 25 miles or as a city car. Its hard to park a car at most places nowdays. it seems like everyone is driving a heavy duty pickup truck, what for? Is everyone a construction worker outthere?
It is fabulous for commutes! Thanks for watching!
This is the review I was looking for, thanks. It seems like it would be a fun little commuter car to work. Did you ever feel out of place in traffic while being surrounded by larger vehicles?
Thanks! Yes I did on highways when going past semi trucks. That's why I tried to pass them as quickly as possible. But other than that, it felt zippy around city streets.
Thanks for watching!
Great review and production, thanks for this!
Thank you Mark & thanks for watching!
You must remove the headrest, for the rear seat to fold down flat.
and move the front seats forward where a 6' driver can no longer drive comfortably :-p i cannot lay mine down and still drive it im siting on the steering wheel at that point
I read in one review that you can fold the rear seats flat by removing the back seats completely. You do this by squeezing the bars together that are on the underside of the cushion. Also, take off the headrests. Lot of work, but it meets the objective.
How tall are you? Do you think if the rear seats were changed to regular seat instead of having a cup holder, will it fit 3 medium sized adults? Around 5'8 maybe?
I am 6'4" so I am above average in height. If someone shorter than me sits in the front, then more space will be available in the back. But the Spark is not a 5 passenger car. That center cup holder & tray in the back is permanent so only 2 people can sit in the back.
Thanks for watching!
I love my sparky
As the owner of a 2021 manual Spark, Chevy really should have had an option for a turbo. It’s so much fun on windy country roads. But 98 hp is just a bit underwhelming. 150 hp would have been perfect. But you have to REALLY have to string out that engine to have any fun. Once the warranty expires I plan on turboing mine.
They did have a turbo version. The Sonic had a 1.4L turbo engine, 138 hp & 148 lb-ft & a 6-speed. Granted the Sonic was quite a bit heavier than the Spark. But good luck on your build & thanks for watching!
That car does not need 150hp ot turbo.If you can't make it 98hp get a faster car.It not a hot hatch.
I'm thinking about getting one and putting a hundred shot to it when the warranty expires. Lol
Turbo charge and add nitro too and you can hit 200hp in bursts. You’ll actually hit 200mph . Ohh yes and if that thing so much as hits a pebble at those speeds it’s game over. But it’s one fun ride, it’s like a motorcycle because it’s so exposed. Just avoid semi trucks they can’t see you.
The do have a turbo one in the Sonic. STAY FAR AWAY FROM IT. Mine died at 100k and has had issues since I got it. These little engines can't take it they blow coolent and oil. This engine is perfect in a lighter car (the spark is 600lb lighter) and not turbocharged.
I’m digging the 2021 manual trans Activ package Spark, wish it would give me more confidence getting out of an accident, but better than buying a used Escape or something. Better than a Mirage, Versa, or Rio
It'll help you avoid a accident if you know how to maneuver it.Its got enough power to get out.Now if its standing still and someone hits you thats another story.Once you get to know your Spark you'll know how to deal with it.I have a 2017 Mirage. I know.
The back seats for leg room should be able to push back and take trunk space .
Hi! Thank you for the video! But how are you going to sell manual later? Seems like nobody is interested in those.
Yea, unfortunately manual vehicles are becoming a bit of a niche market. But if people don't buy manual cars, auto manufacturers will kill them off for good.
@@MGReviewsBlog If you chech statistics, 97% of manuals are sold in Europe (less gas consuming, smaller engines) however the numbers are quite opposite in America :-)
I preffer manual, but not in big city though :-)
I know, so sad that North Americans didn't embrace the manual transmission like how they did in Europe. But I still maintain that this Spark is better, even in city traffic, with the manual.
I drive a 2020 spark and I love it the problem with car manufacturers they take there hatchback models and turn them into Sedans my first car was hatchback my second car was hatchback I saw a chevy spark test drove it and loved it
I think it depends a bit on where you live in the world. For example here in Canada, We do get the Mercedes A-class as a hatchback but it's not available in the United States. So the local market has a bit of influence on that. But anyway, I think there needs to be more of these fun, compact hatches here in North America. Too few right now.
Thanks for watching!
And now I own it
Okay can anybody tell me if a 2021 Chevrolet Spark have got a timing chain in thank you
It is a timing chain. It is the 1.4L LV7 engine
Please tell base model to top price and features plzzz
In road price
Hi, I have more details about the Chevy Spark in my written review. Check it out here: mgreviews.com/review-2021-chevrolet-spark/
Thanks for watching!
Thanks
what size tire do you use?
It just had the oem tires. 185/55R15
No other brand new stuff for the price. Headlights already have projectors, so its easy to upgrade bulbs to LED for under $50. Manual for sure for any sorta pep. Apple Carplay is a nice surpise and interior overall looks pretty nicely styled.
ACTIV or 2LT trim with options is the best choice.
Honestly, I'm ok with the 1LT w/ manual transmission. It's enough car for me if I was looking for something this inexpensive.
@@MGReviewsBlog people expect power everything today, windows locks mirrors but on a car this size why do you really need that stuff? And you're a big guy so I think reaching over to the passenger side should not be too difficult if you need to adjust the mirror or open the window. And I can reach all door locks easy so I don't mind the base trim
Arm rest is so small compared to my 2018. I have 6’4 cousins who have no problem in my spark...I’m also only 5’w
Do your cousins sit in the front or back? Like I said in the vid, front space is fine for taller occupants. It's the back that's too tight.
Thanks for watching!
@@MGReviewsBlog both! Lol it’s a miracle
I’m a 37 five foot 9 female. I should fit into this ok, yes?
@@nicolep.9440 in the front seats, absolutely. At 6 foot 4, I fit just fine in the front too. It's the back seats that are really tight.
@@nicolep.9440 I don’t see why not. I have an aunt that is 510 drives it no issues and her son who plays D1 basketball he’s well over 6‘4“ and he drives just fine. I also have done back-and-forth from Georgia to South Florida two times in one day no issue
I have a 2021 Chevy Spark but I don’t have a key like that and I don’t have buttons on my steering wheel
This particular demo vehicle that I drove was the 1LT trim which adds the steering wheel mounted cruise controls & media controls. You probably have the LS trim.
Me neither
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Hi M.G.
What is LS trim? I put down deposit for Spark LS, dealer said #6 months, they have to make it in Korea.
Thanks. Lynn
@@linhluu6358 The LS trim of the Spark is the base trim. It is as basic as a car can get. It just has 10 airbags, a 7-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto connectivity, Bluetooth, and that's about it. It doesn't have any power control (power windows, power locks, power mirrors) and I don't think it even has air conditioning. If it's possible and you have the budget for it, I highly recommend upgrading to the 1LT trim because you'll get a lot more creature comforts.
@@MGReviewsBlog I have an LS 2021 with ac! Need to check if it’s an added feature tho. Couldn’t imagine buying a car with no ac, my previous cars’ was broken. My little sparky is perfect for me, no frills with the latest standard tech. Going from a Lincoln town car to this was very different for my lead foot! But I’m a young woman, I learned pretty well on some shitty cars so whipping my glorified golf cart around is a blast!
How are they on the highway?
There's some wind & road noise but it's actually very stable on a highway. Plus of course very fuel efficient.
Thanks for watching!
All economy cars are fine on the highways
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@@stevensmith8648 I'd have to disagree...at least with the Spark - my girlfriend has a 2013 and it's no fun taking roadtrips in, especially here in the mountains of CO - doesn't have enough power for mountain passes especially loaded with all of our camping gear and 2 mountain bikes on the roof and the rough ride and wind noise are really tiring. The seats aren't that comfortable on long trips either...she's deadset on getting a new one and I'm hoping the newer model is a little better on the highway but I have my doubts! Plus, if you're planning on doing any amount of driving on the freeway DEFINITELY get the manual trans...the auto is just geared too low for comfortable cruising above 75 mph
Come back India
I don’t really like this review. Try to remember what your reviewing. Low price, highest fuel ⛽️ economy for gas powered vehicles, solid over all (substantial). Good car.
But you can still have fun driving an inexpensive economy car.
Sounds like somebody is jealous of nice lifted trucks.
Not jealous, just don't see the point of them.
@@MGReviewsBlog You don’t see the point of a 4X4 truck with extra capabilities? What’s the point of a V8 when an i4 will do? Why have a sports car that goes over 100mph when the speed limit is lower? What’s the point? People like different things and lifted trucks have nothing to do with overcompensating for something in their pants. That’s just a dumb thing to say.
I was making a joke based on the stereotype of lifted truck owners.
@@MGReviewsBlog I know but it’s senseless. People don’t lift trucks because they are overcompensating for anything.
@@Image-X 90% of the lifted trucks never have dried mud on them. Just an observation.
Broke Vibes anyone else?
Scary..It looks like a creepy crawling bug..
Thanks
No problem! Thanks for watching!