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2012 Chevrolet Spark Review

Mini City-Mobile

A three-quarter front view of a green 2012 Chevrolet Spark

In short: An ultra-small, city-sized hatchback.

Weighing in at a mere 1,905 pounds, this mighty minicar, already on sale in Europe and Asia, is scheduled to be Chevrolet's smallest car to date when it hits American showrooms in late 2010. Poised to compete against similar city-friendly subcompacts like the Ford Fiesta and Volkswagen GTI, the Korean-built Chevy Spark combines Asian engineering with European practicality and American emphasis on quality for a truly global car driving experience. However, wherever in the world you plan on taking this super-efficient Chevy, you'll be glad to know that with its estimated combined EPA rating of over 40 mpg, you won't be wasting too much money on gas.

Warranty/Service: 5-year/100,000-mile powertrain limited warranty; 5-year/100,000-mile roadside assistance program; 5-year/100,000-mile courtesy transportation program.

QUICK SHEET

Base Price: $10,500 (est.)

Technical Specifications

Vehicle type: front engine, front-wheel drive, 5-passenger, 4-door hatchback

Engine: 1.2-liter DOHC inline 4-cylinder
Horsepower: 81 hp @ 6,200 rpm
Torque: 68 lb-ft @ 4,600 rpm
Transmission: 5-speed manual

Curb weight: 1,905 lbs
Wheelbase: 93.5 in
Length/Width/Height: 143.3/62.9/59.9 in
Turning circle: 16.4 ft

Brakes: front ventilated disc brakes; rear drum brakes; ABS, brake assist; electronic brakeforce distribution

Suspension: MacPherson strut front; torsion beam rear; coil springs
Traction: stability control with traction control

0-60 mph: 12 seconds
Top Speed: 102 mph (est.)

Combined EPA: 47 mpg (est.)

Safety: front and side airbags; front and rear head airbags; driver knee airbag

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(Updated: 08/23/11 NW)

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