Chevrolet Spark IV (facelift 2018) 1.4 ECOTEC (98 Hp) CVT
Chevrolet Spark:
The Chevrolet Spark is a city car manufactured by General Motors's subsidiary GM Korea from 1998 to 2022. The vehicle was developed by Daewoo and introduced in 1998 as the Daewoo Matiz. In 2002, General Motors purchased Daewoo Motors, which was marketing the vehicle with several GM marques and nameplates.
The third generation was marketed globally, prominently under the Chevrolet brand in North America as the Chevrolet Spark and in Australia and New Zealand as the Holden Barina Spark. The fourth generation was launched in 2015, known as the Holden Spark in Australia and New Zealand. It also serves as the basis for the Opel Karl in Europe, Vauxhall Viva in the UK, and VinFast Fadil in Vietnam, the latter being manufactured under license....(Read more on Wikipedia)
IV (facelift 2018) Overview:
Chevrolet Spark (IV (facelift 2018)). With 127 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7.8 l/100km). Weighing only 1033 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Efficiency-focused engine (98 hp), ideal for city commuting.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
Cons:
- • Compact cargo space (314 L); may require careful packing.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV: 2015 - 2018).
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| Brand: | Chevrolet |
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| Model: | Spark |
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| Generation: | IV (facelift 2018) |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.4 ECOTEC (98 Hp) CVT |
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| Start of production: | 2018 |
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| End of production: | 2022 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Hatchback |
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| Seats: | 4 |
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| Doors: | 5 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 98 Hp @ 6200 rpm. |
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| Power per litre: | 70.1 Hp/l |
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| Torque: | 127 Nm @ 4400 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | LV7 [Same engine] More details about the engine LV7 |
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| Engine displacement: | 1399 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 4 l |
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| Coolant: | 4.8 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 74 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 81.3 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 10.6:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 7.8 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.2-6.4 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (EPA): | 7.8 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (EPA): | 6.2-6.4 l/100 km |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.5 kg/Hp, 94.9 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.1 kg/Nm, 122.9 Nm/tonne |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1033 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 770 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 314 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 34 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 3635 mm mm [1mm less] |
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| Width: | 1595 mm mm [Same width.] |
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| Height: | 1483 mm mm [Same height.] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2385 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
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| Front track: | 1384 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1384 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.3 m [above average] |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Gearbox type | CVT |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 236 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Drum, 200 mm [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Electric Steering |
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| Tires size | 185/55 R15 |
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| Wheel rims size | 15 |
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| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
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| Rear suspension | Coil spring, Torsion |
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