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2016 Chevrolet

Spark

Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.4 L

Chevrolet Spark: best and worst years
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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 (variable gear ratios)EPA, 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
84
Power to weight
0.037 hp/lb
Axle ratio
3.76
Cyl
4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Aspiration
Naturally aspiratedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Start-stop system
NoEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
40 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG City
31 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG Comb
34 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel $/yr
$1,850EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
CO₂
259 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Eco Score
8/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Smog score
7/10
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Real-world MPG
30.9 mpg, reported by 3 driversabout 3.1 mpg below the EPA combined estimate
SmartWay certified
Yes

Dimensions & capacity

Length
143 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Width
63 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Height
58 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Wheelbase
94 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Curb Weight
2,247 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
1
Owner complaints
42
Reported injuries
2

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • SERVICE BRAKES40%
  • AIR BAGS10%
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM10%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER10%
  • POWER TRAIN8%
  • ENGINE4%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 50 total.

Chevrolet Spark: best and worst years

Federal investigations NHTSA defect investigations, model year

  • DP22005opened Jan 27, 2023ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM

    Pedestrian alert sounds

  • EA21002Openopened Sep 17, 2021AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

    Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

922 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • Apr 1, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT3271Q

    This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.

  • Mar 9, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIP6104

    This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and upload to a Technical Assistance Case in CX Connect.

  • Mar 9, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIP4902V

    This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

  • Jan 8, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIP4902U

    This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

  • Nov 20, 2025UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT5214G

    This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple repair attempts that are being performed on customer’s vehicles that exhibit vibration conditions without utilizing the support of General Motors Technical Assistance Center. If valid vibration frequency or Road Force Variation data has been collected and a repair attempt does not correct the customer complaint, contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further sup

  • Sep 9, 2025UNKNOWN OR OTHER13598

    New Vehicle Monitoring Programs Section in IVH

  • Sep 4, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEM18-NA-180

    This Warranty Administration service bulletin provides Lithium-Ion battery Exchange Process and Transaction Submission information.

  • Aug 14, 2025UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIP4902T

    This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

  • and 914 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

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.