2016 Chevrolet Spark Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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IIHS Crash Test

Good

Source IIHS.org

MPG (up to)

31 -128 City / 39 -109 HWY

Source FuelEconomy.gov

Horsepower

98 -140

Seats

Positive Owner Reviews

gerri w

No power but great everything else. Fun to drive and super compact. This is for a single person someone who isn't looking to haul lots of people or items.

No power it takes a few seconds to get going from a 0 mph stop otherwise car is very responsive. No issues since purchase. Great on gas mileage and efficient. Small space fits anywhere. Great shock absorbed don't feel many bumps and potholes in the streets driven.

Breezy Y

With it being electric, I drive for next to nothing.

It's one of the best handling cars I have owned. Suspension and seats are stiffer than I like. It's electric with 400 lb/ft of torque. Unless it's got a v8 or 6-cyl turbo, I'll beat it to 60 mph. Downside: no one can find the back door handles because they are in an unconventional spot.

Marie G

Perfect compact daily driver.

Really good and compact perfect for parking in cities. No problems in the year I have owned it. Car does fine in snow and icy conditions. Inside the car features two seats in the back, driver and passenger seat. The back features a middle console. Car features hatchback trunk for storage.

Susan S

Great little car that gets excellent gas mileage and has your doors.

My little spark is a great car to drive. Its tiny and has 4 doors. My daughter refers to it as the clown car. It gets great gas mileage and its violet in color. I bought it brand new and paid cash for it. It will not be replaced,I'll buy another car but I will still keep my spark.

Nick A

Added a roof rack to fix the space issues.

I love my Chevy 2016 Chevy spark it has a great turning radius, it is easy to park and is amazing on gas. Mileage. It is the best vehicle I have ever owned. It is a good size for a 2-3 person family who does not travel far. The trunk space is small so it is not ideal for carrying a lot of baggage but I added a roof rack and that helped fix the problem.

Cindy H

Do you need a reliable car that is excellent on gas mileage, buy the Chevy spark.

We love our Chevy spark. It is very good on gas mileage,like it gets almost 40 miles per gallon. We have the 4 door so it is very spacious and comfortable,even on long trips. It just had your normal features but the gas mileage really makes up for it . We will definitely be buying another spark.

Jessica G

Chevy spark is a cute car perfect for my student lifestyle.

I think it is comfortable and easy to drive. Sometimes it is hard to accelerate which can make it feel a little unsafe on the highways but that is pretty rare. It is perfect for me since I am a student and do not have a family. If you do have a family note that it is very hard to fit more than one car seat in the back.

Peggy M

It gets great gas mileage.

I love my spark because of the 365 miles I get with every fill up the size is just right for me and lucky my puggle.

Negative Owner Reviews

Austin D

Decent car but could be better.

This car has decent gas mileage, but no bells and whistles. The spark has a 10' screen but no power locks or power windows. If you are getting the spark splurge for the power locks and windows. The car is also on the small side with a surprisingly roomy interior... Unless you are taller than 5'9'.

Marie S

I just have a review on the last page, use it.

It shakes above 70. The color sucks, it is too small. Great gas mileage and was cheap. The radio is cool and it has a backup camera. Someone hit me hard from behind and it didn't dent. I like the hatchback. Chevy does not make cat DIY friendly so I have to get special tools!

Dan Tucker

This car almost caused the death of me and my son

No way. While driving down the road my 2016 Chevy Spark caught fire, inside, between passenger seat and door. We had seconds to escape. The car became totally engulfed in flames, it was a total loss. We barely made it out alive. Chevy and the NTSB did nothing. Anybody else have this happen?

Carolyn F

It is cute as a button, but i'll never buy another chevrolet.

Tires. I have replaced 6 in two years. Yes, I have talked to dealer. They haven't found a problem. Complaints. Dismissed as my problem. I believe the problem is my gender and age.

Lillian F

Great gas mileage and perfect for a single person or first time buyer.

Just a really small car, and we're a growing family. Perfect for a single person or someone with plans of only having one child. Overall it runs great and has outstanding gas mileage. Just not a whole lot of interior space. It's a pretty quick car and does great over mountain passes and long distance travel. A drive from Colorado to Texas only requires three to four fill up stops.

Liliana S

That it is really easy to park, it has a really good camera.

The trunk- hate, transmission- feels weird when doing “stop” signs, ok on gas spending 25 per week average. I like the screen compatible with my iPhone, I like the interior.

Melissa A

It's great on gas, small enough to park anywhere. Great for 1 person

It was my first vehicle after 6 years of a suspended license. I had no credit so I purchased this car because it was in the showroom and cheap. It is small, great on gas but I want to trade it in

Dee R

Consider your options before buying a Spark

The car is great on mileage, it fits in tight places, and perfect for a couple. The challenge is that the back seat is very uncomfortable and small, it is not forgiving if you hit a pothole or curb by accident, and the sun visor is way too small. It's super affordable on gas, parts, and insurance.

Chevrolet Spark Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

98 HP 34 MPG 4 Seats

140 HP 119 MPG 4 Seats

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2016 Chevrolet Spark Owner Reviews

4.26

166 Reviews

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5 stars

48%

4 stars

35%

3 stars

15%

2 stars

1 star

Danny on August 2, 2021

Love my little 2016Spark! Bought it new and now have 114,000 miles. Not one single problem. Only use Mobil 1 synthetic. I read complaints about how small the back seat is. Realistically, it’s a car for 2 at the most. Not great pep but that’s what you get with a 1.4 engine. We love our little “Sparky”. Highly recommend this car. Will buy another.

Shalaine S on June 8, 2021

My favorite part is the touch screen! Has a back up camera, Bluetooth, etc!

I have not had any problems, runs good on gas, the size is a little small but if you like small cars this is perfect for you! Great speed as well, I have a 2016 and I have yet to have any problems. The interior is nice too! I have the touch screen and the GPS is amazing on the car, has great Bluetooth, Wi-Fi features, amazing little car.

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Pros from Owners

Karah V.

It is the perfect size for a small family, and it does great on gas. Not recommended if you have a large family or dislike smaller cars. This car also does great on long road trips. The heated seats are also a big plus.

Matthew W.

It is inexpensive and basic. It also is relatively spacious and allows for family trips to be made with few refueling stops. This makes the impact on the budget relatively minor. This grants me confidence for the future because the impact on the budget is minor.

Abbie F.

Good mileage, easy to park, 4 door and good hatch space/back seat for a subcompact car, lots of fun colors, nice console with large screen, backup camera, Bluetooth and handsfree calling, and OnStar. Lots of features for the price.

Cons from Owners

Karah V.

The back seats are pretty small, and so is the trunk. You could still fit 4 people in the car, but it would definitely be a squeeze. If you are taking a road trip, it works for one person, but if taking more than 1 person, make sure to travel lightly or take another car.

Matthew W.

Because it is so basic there are a lot of missing amenities: the windows are manual and acceleration somewhat poor. This creates significant difficulty making left- turns and keeping pace in traffic. Frustrating.

Abbie F.

Limited storage, no cruise control, no power locks or hatch so I always have to get out and use the key to open the hatch, disappears in parking lots between all the enormous trucks and SUVs, limited passenger space.

Ranks #19 Hybrid & Electric by Owners

The 2016 Chevrolet Spark has an average owner rating of 4.47 out of 5 which ranks it #19 of 28 other Hybrid & Electrics.

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4.26

Ranks #13 Hybrid & Electric by Fuel Economy

The 2016 Chevrolet Spark has a combined MPG of 43 which ranks it #13 of 27 other Hybrid & Electrics.

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137 MPG

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128 MPG

Is The 2016 Chevrolet Spark A Good Car?

Yes. It has good mileage and is well balanced. I like the Bluetooth features which makes for safer driving for phone use.

Don I.

Yes it is a great vehicle great on gas not much room but great for to work and back my children like it because it is a tiny car.

Alexis j.

My 2016 Chevy spark has been a very good and dependable car. I drive long distances often and feel very comfortable and safe using this vehicle. As a small vehicle the gas mileage is excellent and... Read More

Chris B.

It is a good vehicle. Excellent gas mileage and low maintenance. I use it to transport to and from college.

Michelle B.

I love it. I'm a single person living alone, so it's the perfect car for just me. The price was great for me. It has a bunch of modern features.

Donna L.

Absolutely, it gets excellent gas mileage, very comfortable to drive, and I've gotten many compliments on it

Whitney M.

How Reliable Is The 2016 Chevrolet Spark?

It is reliable. I haven't had any big problems with it. I wish it didn't need to have the expensive synthetic oil change.

Don I.

Have never had any problems with it is reliable my OnStar works great and it does it is job that it was purchased for.

Alexis j.

My 2016 Chevy spark has been very reliable and I have not had any problems that needed attention. The only item was the recall of the airbag which was taken care of quickly by the dealership. I do... Read More

Chris B.

The spark is very reliable. I bought it brand new and have not had any problems in 3 years. I drive it everywhere.

Michelle B.

So far I haven't had any problems, save for manufacturer recall for something right after I got it. But it hasn't broken down yet, and it lets me know when the tire pressure and oil is low

De B.

It's very reliable,just treat it right. We haven't had any problems with ours,it's a good car. We are actually looking into getting a second Spark,hoping to find a orange one

April S.

Is The 2016 Chevrolet Spark A Good Value?

Mine 2016 Chevrolet spark price was around $16,000. The value was okay. It is still too early to tell if it will be a longer term value.

Don I.

23,000 dollar car it is a good value for a newer model never missed a payment almost done paying it off.

Alexis j.

My 2016 Chevy spark was approximately $15,000 and I completely it is a lot of car for cost. I consider it a good value as it is dependable, good on gas, drives well and since I do travel a lot the... Read More

Chris B.

I think I spent less than $20.000 on it when I bought it brand new. And it takes about $20 to fill a tank. So overall, I feel like it is a great value for a car.

Michelle B.

I think I paid just over $12,000? I got the previous year's model on sale in August. It was by far the best priced, which at the time was a little worrisome (why is this car so much less??). But I've... Read More

Sergio W.

I think it was around 12,000 but not sure Even if it would have been more we still would have bought it. We think it's a very good value for the price we paid.

Nicholas Z.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2016 Chevy Spark windshield wipers size?

Answer: The size of the windshield wiper blades on the 2016 Chevrolet Spark is 24 inches on the driver side and 13 or 14 inches on the passenger side. The wiper blades will keep the windshield clear of rain, snow or...

What's the 2016 Chevy Spark code 59?

Answer: The 2016 Chevy Spark code 59 is a Trans Fluid Temperature sensor circuit error. You will need to take the car into a shop and have the sensor replaced. This will run You about 200 on average.

What kind of oil does the 2016 Chevy Spark take?

Answer: The 2016 Chevy Spark come straight from the factory with a 1.4L 4Cylinder engine under the hood. This will be the same for all trim levels as Chevy did no offer any other type of engine for this year of the...

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Safety & Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

(Not Rated)

*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Roof Strength

Not Rated

Driver-side Overlap Front

Not Rated

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety