Second-Hand Chevrolet Spark
Used Chevrolet Spark
Originally Chevrolet inherited most of its small cars from Daewoo. The Spark was launched to replace what was probably one of the most successful Daewoos, the Matiz. This little car is incredibly capable, and is ideal for driving around towns and cities. All told, the Spark is an extremely competent performer in the city car class.
What You Get
The first thing you're going to notice about the used Chevrolet Spark is the styling. With lightning bolt cut outs, flared wheel arches, curves and scooped out bonnet, it is a bold looking little motor. The next thing you will notice is that it is surprisingly big for a car of this class. The doors are well designed, making it an exceptionally easy car to get in and out of. There is a touch of mini-MPV about the Spark with flat sides and a tall roofline to accommodate those big doors. In the cabin there are nice touches like an instrument binnacle which moves with the adjustable steering wheel so that you always keep those dials in sight. The entry-level Spark is pretty Spartan, but the Spark + with air-con, electric windows, central locking and a USB port for the stereo is well kitted out. The LS adds body-coloured bumpers, rear spoiler, front fogs and remote central locking. Then the LS+ throws in alloy wheels and a trip computer. The range tops out with the LT, complete with body kit and climate control. Engines are 1.0 or 1.2-litre petrol units.
How it Drives
The 1.0-litre petrol engine develops 67bhp with the 1.2-litre unit returning 80bhp. That 1.0 will take 15.5 seconds to get you to 60mph and on to a top speed of 96mph. This is not fast, but it is capable of motorway driving and with the wheels stuck right in the corners the longer wheelbase makes it more comfortable than smaller competitors on such extended journeys. The city is where the second-hand Chevrolet Spark excels though, and its tiny 5-metre turning circle is testament to its agility in tight spots. The ride is tuned to such environments and drivers will find it comfortable and sure footed.