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Chevrolet Spark

The Chevrolet Spark was a subcompact hatchback sold by Chevrolet as an inexpensive entry-level car.

Updated August 1, 20261 min readCited sources

The Chevrolet Spark was a subcompact hatchback and Chevrolet's least expensive car in the U.S. market, discontinued after the 2022 model year.

What it is

The Spark is a four-door, front-wheel-drive subcompact hatchback. In its final U.S. version (2022), it used a 1.4-litre four-cylinder engine making 98 horsepower, paired with a five-speed manual or CVT. Trim levels included LS, 1LT, Activ, and 2LT.

Why it matters

The Spark was one of the last affordable new cars in North America, with a starting price well under $20,000 CAD. Its discontinuation reflects the shrinking subcompact-hatchback segment in Canada and the U.S., as automakers shift toward SUVs and crossovers.

Key details

Fuel economy for the 2022 model reached up to 38 mpg highway. The Spark was also sold in other markets (e.g., India) with different specifications. In Canada, it was a budget-friendly city car, competing with models like the Honda Fit and Toyota Yaris.

In short

  • Chevrolet's smallest and cheapest car in the U.S. and Canada.
  • 2022 model: 1.4L four-cylinder, 98 hp, manual or CVT.
  • Discontinued after 2022 model year in North America.
  • Part of a shrinking subcompact hatchback segment.
Canadian angle

The Chevrolet Spark was sold in Canada as a budget-friendly city car and is relevant to Canadian readers as an example of the increasingly limited subcompact-hatchback segment in the Canadian market.

Quick questions

What type of vehicle is the Chevrolet Spark?
It is a subcompact, four-door hatchback sold by Chevrolet.
What engine did the U.S. 2022 Chevrolet Spark use?
A 1.4-litre four-cylinder engine producing 98 horsepower and 94 lb-ft of torque.
When was the Chevrolet Spark discontinued in the U.S.?
Chevrolet announced discontinuation after the 2022 model year, with production lasting through August.

Sources

  1. Car and Driver — https://www.caranddriver.com/chevrolet/spark
    Supports: 2022 model overview, discontinuation after 2022, engine, transmission, fuel economy, market positioning
  2. MotorTrend — https://www.motortrend.com/cars/chevrolet/spark
    Supports: Spark as Chevrolet's smallest and least expensive car, trim and engine overview
  3. Edmunds — https://www.edmunds.com/chevrolet/spark/2022/
    Supports: 2022 trim levels, engine output, transmission, warranty
  4. Kelley Blue Book — https://www.kbb.com/chevrolet/spark/
    Supports: 2022 Spark specifications, pricing context, fuel economy
  5. Car and Driver — https://www.caranddriver.com/chevrolet/spark/specs
    Supports: 2022 Spark engine and transmission specifications
  6. CarDekho — https://www.cardekho.com/carmodels/Chevrolet/Chevrolet_Spark
    Supports: Indian-market Spark engine, fuel type, transmission, dimensions