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2016 Chevrolet

Spark EV

Auto (A1)

Chevrolet Spark EV: best and worst years
2016 Chevrolet Spark EV (photo 1 of 2)

Closest available photo (2015 model year); you're viewing the 2016.

2015 photoMr.choppersCC BY-SA 3.0Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Body
Subcompact CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Transmission
Automatic (A1)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Powertrain
ElectricEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel
ElectricityEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Engine & performance

Motor kW
105EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
109 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG City
128 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG Comb
119 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel $/yr
$650EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Eco Score
10/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Smog score
10/10
Elec. Range
82 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Range per hour (240V)
12 mi/hr
Recharge hrs
7EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Real-world MPG
127.6 mpg, reported by 2 driversabout 8.6 mpg above 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

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

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

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 50 total.

Chevrolet Spark EV: 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

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.