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2013 Chevrolet

Spark

Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 1.2 L

Chevrolet Spark: best and worst years
2013 Chevrolet Spark

Closest available photo (2011 model year); you're viewing the 2013.

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Overview

Body
Subcompact CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Transmission
Automatic 4-spdEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Powertrain
GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel
RegularEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Engine & performance

HP
85
Power to weight
0.037 hp/lb
Axle ratio
4.14
Cyl
4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Aspiration
Naturally aspiratedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Start-stop system
YesEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
36 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG City
28 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG Comb
31 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel $/yr
$2,000EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
CO₂
284 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Eco Score
8/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Smog score
6/10
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Real-world MPG
37.1 mpg, reported by 8 driversabout 6.1 mpg above the EPA combined estimate
SmartWay certified
Yes

Dimensions & capacity

Length
144 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Width
63 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Height
60 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Wheelbase
94 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Curb Weight
2,315 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Pass. Vol
86 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Cargo Vol
11 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Recalls
5
Owner complaints
146
Reported injuries
4
Theft rate
1.7 per 1,000 produced (CY 2013 federal data)

Feature availability

Which features come standard, cost extra, or are locked to a pricier trim arrives with the next data phase. Standard equipment shows here today.

Standard

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • ENGINE16%
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM15%
  • POWER TRAIN15%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER9%
  • VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL6%
  • AIR BAGS6%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 224 total.

Chevrolet Spark: best and worst years

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
3 yr / 36k mi
Powertrain
5 yr / 60k mi
Roadside assistance
5 yr / 60k mi
Maintenance
1 yr / 12k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.