What I love and hate about the 2015 Chevrolet Spark

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The Chevrolet Spark is a city car produced by GM Korea, originally marketed prominently as the Daewoo Matiz. It has been available solely as a five-door hatchback.
Chevrolet Spark
20150404 Chevrolet Spark 01.jpg
Overview
Manufacturer Daewoo Motors (1998-2002)
GM Daewoo (2002-2011)
GM Korea (2011-present)
Production 1998-present
Body and chassis
Class City car (A)
Body style 5-door hatchback
Layout Transverse front-engine, front-wheel drive
Chronology
Predecessor Daewoo Tico
The first generation of Daewoo Matiz was launched in 1998 by General Motors' South Korean division GM Korea, previously known as Daewoo Motors, replacing the Daewoo Tico. After the General Motors company took control over Daewoo Motors in 2002, it has increasingly been marketed under the Chevrolet badge. The second generation model was introduced in 2005, with the third generation launched in 2010.
An all-electric version, the Chevrolet Spark EV, was released in the U.S. in selected markets in California and Oregon in June 2013. The Spark EV is the first all-electric passenger car marketed by General Motors since the EV1 was discontinued in 1999 Expedition Money LLC
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[@scorpion-fs7pg]

Would've been great to hear less about the looks and more about the engine, the charging, the mechanics. I couldn't care less if it's pretty.

[@full-light]

I bought my wife a 2014 and she absolutely loves it... no problems! 👍

[@sadmirmalovcic2640]

The 2017-2018 is super smooth and quite I was really surprised at how smooth and quiet

[@shariwilkinson8650]

2015 spark fast-forward 2022 7 years old 60,000 miles I've never had to replace an parts. I get 38 miles too gallon on highway drove 2 hours before ⛽ gage moved. I personally replaced my tires. I get regular oil changes n routine maintenance.

[@gibbyjones1040]

i bought a 2019 ls 5 speed manual. love it. low price, high quality. roll up windows. no buttons on the steering wheel. only 'econobox' left. blast to drive. made in korea (i think that's a positive).

[@bobbiel9663]

just bought a 2019 .I love it

[@michaelsuzio4364]

I love the spark too!!!! Just not in red...that lime green orange or light blue works as a color on it

[@candybarjones1422]

@@michaelsuzio4364 i wish i can buy the 2019 jst not in south africa yet im driving a 2011 1

[@michaelsuzio4364]

@@candybarjones1422 yeah same here my credit score has gotten bad gotta save for used....I'm into the spark/smart/IQ/mirage..the fiesta a bit too smart and IQ are more reliable engines

[@RobertDeloyd]

I have the 2017 Spark and I love it... Mine is a manual trans... if you live on dirt roads like I do you will find that it will probably handle better than any passenger car you ever had... I was surprised by its zippiness and power to climb steep grades. There's a lot to like and I haven't found much I didn't... the back seats might be a little cramped but I never had more than me and a passenger inside. If you're all about aesthetics and not about rugged dependability you might look elsewhere. I was looking at many small cars and I had this one and a Ford at the top, but it wasn't until I went to NAPA to get a part for my truck that I noticed 2 brand new Sparks sitting outside... I inquired about them inside and the guy at the counter said they are what they use to deliver parts and that they were mighty pretty impressed with the Spark. If the owner of a parts store bought 2 of them I think that says a lot :)

[@shelberz1]

That dash bump reflection was a good point

[@barryervin8536]

I clicked on this to find out some facts about the car, and for the first 10 minutes all I hear about is what the car Looks Like. Some of us buy machines (cars are machines) for what they do and how well they do it and how reliably they do it. If my main reason for buying something is What It Looks Like, I'll buy a painting or a sculpture. Or maybe a Fiat.

[@PSVitaFan]

What about opening up the hatch laying the seats down and showing everyone the inside of the cargo capacity?

[@MissRuthless]

Soo, your title says 2015 but in the video you open up with saying it's a 2016?

[@OfficialMarkieB]

Its actually a 2021 lol

[@samueljackson856]

^^

[@licensedblockhead]

im sorry to hear you have a fiat 500

[@petervonpanda]

I appreciate your sympathies.

[@trscubes183]

@@petervonpanda Oh goodness this comment thread is just to funny!

[@thebestisyettocome4114]

Seen April 7, 2019. I own this model in a 2018. Same color on Black. For Los Angeles California Traffic, it's great. No issues and for day to day errands, it's okay for my needs. 👍

[@sarahmiddleton4076]

I have a 2015 I bought new, for less than $10K, in the same Salsa Red as this one. Mine is a 5 speed manual, not a CVT. I wanted just a basic econobox, and it fits the bill, I get 45 mpg too. I live on a windy, country road and it handles like a sportscar and is fun to drive. My only complaint so far is the lack of spare tire, it has a spare tire well, but only comes with an air compressor and a can of fix-o-flat. I remedied this by getting an extra wheel and tire from a wrecking yard, full size not a space saver, yes it fit. And getting a small jack and lug wrench (which I've already had to use). He didn't mention much about the engine, up to 2016 model its a 84hp 1.2L, in 2016 it grew to a 1.4L with 98HP. Both engines use a timing chain, not a belt, so you don't need to worry about changing that. Yeah, it would be nice to have more power, but then it would use more gas, and I like the gas mileage. Its a cheap little basic car, not a Lexus, I don't expect it to last past 100K, but still consider it a great value for what it is.

[@kathyrose9608]

I love my spark no matter what. ❤

[@adrianveresp1673]

How is the transmission and motor ? Thank you great video.

[@rickc7303]

Probably the most "Dickish" review in history. This guy does realize he is reviewing a car that is probably valued at $7-8 K at the time of the interview? It's purpose is to get you here to there. I get about 42 miles per gallon in mixed driving in the summer, and it has a comfortable drive, and is super easy to park. I go 70-75 mph consistently on the major highways and don't notice any excessive road noise or turbulence from trucks. I have had it for 2 years and have done nothing except change the oil. Good, solid, basic transportation...... I would suggest that the author needs to review a couple of Mercede's or Lexus' for $50K or so if he seeking perfection.

[@nerychristian]

I think he is just being honest. I had questions about road noise too. I'm glad he covered it.

[@040119863842]

Rick C I couldn’t even make it 7 minutes in this video. I saw your comment and it’s basically the review I was looking for. Thanks.

[@davidm5173]

Did anyone notice the blue Chevy spark go past at 16:53?

[@granny2]

I have a 2011 1,2 model - i love my car -had it for 8 years now. With 2 teens it also works fine - only problem is the back seat when your teen grows to 186 cm ;o) i find it amazing to load a tons of things in (even a washingmashine fits in )and it is easy to fix - i have no issues at all. Just love it

[@rexxephoenix]

I’ve had a 2015 cvt since 2018 and I haven’t had one single problem with it. But I’ve only ever got about 7/100km (about 34mpg)

[@mygiguser]

Good video, but how do i get my dog in there? The trunk doesn't seem big enough.

[@barryervin8536]

Bigger than a Fiat 500.

[@dalehebert9460]

Rolling 85K in my 2015, manual, electric green spark. Under $10k brand new equipped with Onstar, crash detect, turn by turn directions, and roadside assistance as long as I have it. So the neccesity if a spare tire hasnt been a big deal for me. The one complaint however is the hands free calling option was removed due to ATT no longer utilizing their 3G network and no option has been used to replace it. Had a recall on a faulty clutch plate but changed at the dealership without incident.. Love my SPECK (its the nick name given to my spark by friends)

[@Rocket..Dr..]

Ok I am buying one 5 speed manual so is it good ?

[@fernee909]

I have the 2014 spark , I was going for the automatic version but no take off off power . The spark has a lot of room for being small . I needed a battery and only the Chevy dealer carries them . But over all I’m happy .

[@rickc7303]

this battery fits fine as a replacement....bought it for $39 on black friday. www.walmart.com/ip/ValuePower-Lead-Acid-Automotive-Battery-Group-26R/152260102

[@rhettoracle9679]

Cost accountants unfortunately overrule designers. You choose wisely, Grasshopper. Nice tour of economy car. Looking forward to Prowler!

[@megazoarsu5137]

The thing with the tires happens to me too, but they don't suddenly like change direction. I think It may have happened because it was not a new car

[@djbeatmoji2352]

REVIEW ALL CASIO CACULATOR WATCHES!!! BIG FAN

[@nomchowski8297]

I'm from the Netherlands and drive a 2012 (bi-fuel) spark. Mainly because I work at cycling distance from my home so I only use it once a week at most. However I would have preferred to buy a new Spark because I'm looking for a new car. However Chevrolet doesn't sell cars anymore in my country ☹️. It's such a fun car to drive and in its segment no European car comes close to the quality you get for that value. And it drives as comfortable as the bigger cars I had before...

[@ulisesdelacruzcisneros3094]

Wheels and tire sizes?

[@paulpriester1493]

Not telling the truth about car pulling to left or jumping while on highway never had that problem.

[@granny2]

me either

[@Stayup209]

Where's the power steering fluid in this thing?

[@debbiedaniels553]

I bought a 2019 Spark I love it so far ... I am not for sure about the CVT transmission... But other than that it is just fine... 👍

[@futbol1972]

They are selling me a 2014 spark EV 2LT with 66,748 miles for $8995. I test drove it today and the car its fun to drive..he charged it all the way up and it said 81max miles. Unfrotunally the screen was not responding very well so he said he will replace it..iam trading my 2009 touring Prius with 126000 miles and dealer will givenme $4000 for it. What do u guys think. I drove it for 10 miles one way freeway and city and it say energy used 2.4kwh don't know what this means..weather was 92 outside and had ac at 68. I drive it for 20 miles round trip and it waisted 19 miles I believed

[@lorenl9262]

informative video. I owned a 2013 chevy spark and never had any issues but I have heard to many horror stories about the fiat 500.

[@user-eg5fm8jt2d]

А задние локеры с завода шли?

[@davidfoster9013]

got a 2011 love mine Cheap Road tax £30 Cheap insur... good on fuel

[@mowcowbell]

As bad as the gas version of the Spark is, the EV model is pretty awesome. The Spark EV has over 320 ft lbs of torque. It is really QUICK from 0-45mph.

[@debbiedaniels553]

I bought a 2019 Chevy Spark... I like the miles it gets...

[@dennism103]

They are a excellent choice for the money...

[@petervonpanda]

Lot of space for the $

[@jayy155]

I LOVE these cars. I have a 2015 1LT CVT that I have put 114k miles on sadly the CVT failed and I am getting it replaced now looking forward to my next 114k these cars are AMAZING

[@djc3949]

Hey Jason I have a 2014 with 42k miles CVT and it runs fine but did you ever experience any jerking when slowing down, it does take a few seconds for it to speed up when I floor it and then it goes smoothly, just looking for someone to see if they've had any issue's, thanks

[@katkall2]

@@djc3949 scotty kilmer a youtube mechanic suggest changing out the transmission fluid every 30,000 miles. He also has a video on CVT transmissions.

[@doobiescoo]

I just want one because they are 3 thousand usd where I live. Also the gas mileage is better than my current car

[@petervonpanda]

3 Grand?! I would buy one at that price.

[@doobiescoo]

@@petervonpanda its for a 2018 as well

[@parker1570]

16:54 if you look out his window, it multiplied 😂😂

[@FreddyG687]

ohh man just bought a 2015 for $1,500 as a work commuter, and this video seams to be really encouraging.I was thinking of opting on pretty little Fiat, but found out J-lo doesn't come with it. So now Im driving this death trap, and although it might not do 0-06 in under 3 seconds it come in clutch with the mileage! Bahaha

[@petervonpanda]

$1500?! That's cheaper than a Macbook! Can't go wrong with that!

[@mireyaambriz8062]

$1500???

[@ShadowsandCityLights]

I like this car, but idk if Ill fit in this car lol. And I love how they've hidden the back doors fooled me at first!

[@xhippie]

i did a test drive i'm 5'11" and have a stressed back i can get in and out easily.i wound up buying a 2015 for $7300!

[@xhippie]

@Lobokami oh yeah it listed for $13,100 brand new.somebody took a hit!

[@katkall2]

I am 6' 3" and i have more headroom than my ford ranger.

[@jordynashlee]

I’m very scared of getting a car at all. No one will let me use their car to drive in so I’m getting this car off carvana. I’ve only driven a really old dirty car (my boyfriends) and my other friends fiat 500. I liked her fiat but I want more than a two door. I’m hoping this will be good because I just got my two jobs recently. I’m hoping this car will be a good car for my first car.

[@petervonpanda]

I think it’ll be a good car. It worked fine while I had it.

[@Molife1life]

I feel like this reveal was based on comparison of the spark and "your" fiat 500 and not the actual spark however the spark is such a great little car and a few things you mentioned like it kind of darting to the left ,the reflection of the dash and the poor audio system is true .

[@johningardia2088]

To much time on micro deals. hard not to zone out. That's why your thumbs down is over 20%. Ten minutes would have covered everything.

[@petervonpanda]

Everyone else covers the big stuff.

[@anthony_aha3363]

I personally like the attention and time he puts into the video. At least he covers everything rather than not covering enough

[@user-eg5fm8jt2d]

Диски прикольные. У нас на каких-то угрёбищных продают.

[@adrianveresp1673]

Good job on the review

[@petervonpanda]

Thanks, Adrian!

[@qrm8772]

I know this is an old review but just came across it. It got my attention because your reviews on your personal Fiat are so good. I like both cars and wanted a 500 but apparently you have been most fortunate with yours as almostbnb every other review ends with a horror story which is a shame. I just think you spent too much time on appearance and not err nough on the actual driving of the car although you mentioned important quirks like the steering. Oh how I wish the 500s were more reliable.

[@korodwyer1270]

I love my Spark so much. It's a stick shift and so fun! My only complaint is the tires are small and I've had to replace them 2 times since 2015. I live in the land of potholes (LOL) and the tires have to be special ordered. Besides that- I love it.

[@petervonpanda]

Hopefully, they're not too expensive!

[@ejames6431]

I have always bought SUV's for around 30k. In 2017 I got a pre-owned 2015 Chevh Spark for only 8k with low mileage and I love it! It is great on gas and barley ever needs a repair and for once the money is in my pocket not the car company's!

[@petervonpanda]

I love saving money!

[@RealSuperRando]

OMG! It’s not a Ferrari, dude. It’s a throwaway econobox.

[@petervonpanda]

It's red like a Ferrari

[@carolynstewart8465]

Hysterical! Analysis paralysis!

[@brianboom3105]

Why don’t we have 2 dr cars in the us?? I wish they have this in the coupe and the Ford fiesta coupe?? Why auto makers, why?

[@disneyfan9099]

And this is why Enterprise sucks. You got a 2015 with 40,000 miles in the end of 2017. This is why I try to avoid Enterprise. They rent out old cars.

[@tonoc.a.9824]

Disney Fan my family rented on Avis last year and they tried to give us a 2013 Prius with 50k miles that was also really dirty. I had to tell the manager to change the car and they did give us a 2016 Sentra with 300 miles on the clock, but it is unbelievable that they still have old cars in their fleet.

[@disneyfan9099]

Toño C.A. Really a 2013? What state did you rent it from?

[@disneyfan9099]

Quique D. Yeah but why would you want some old basic cheap car

[@kawaiirevolver]

i keep seeing everyone review this car horribly and i love mine 😂

[@gregnixon1296]

I don’t trust a review from someone who rented the car.

[@pjl.28]

My friends have this car and it stinks. Very uncomfortable and chair is so stiff. Also, at 10:49 it said on the screen that is was 28degrees Fahrenheit. Really?

[@cynthiamorley98]

PJ Leong yes why dose it smell

[@candy5742]

Phone holder

[@barthonshul9638]

Spark sucks manual transmissions bearings already out of it with just a hundred thousand miles on it. I've had numerous problems with the vehicle and wouldn't recommend anybody buy one

[@hassamdaudi]

I liked this video the moment you said autotrader.com/oversteer

[@owenmilam228]

The fiat 500 is the worst car in America it's just a new version of the YUGO.

[@PalaminoHills]

Why are you so NERVOUS!

[@johningardia2088]

not

[@PalaminoHills]

Too many "kinda"

[@dakota47v8]

This car is so ugly!!! Best thing they did was redesign this car in 2016... btw those front windows are by far the ugliest I've ever seen on a car lol

[@dave11686]

I rode in one as an Uber once. Yuck

[@masamasa1815]

Never buy this car! my wife and I have a 2014 that has had all the maintenance necessary and even still have had to replace the motor and transmission and it only has 80,000 on it. It's junk!

[@farleytarlue3945]

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[@andysharplesmusic9475]

:O What did you do to it ???

[@samanthasunshine1925]

@cryptocurrency1607 I also have a 2014, it's been wonderful for me! No issues and all I've had to do is oil changes and about to fo a tune up! Possibly running it too rough?

[@jayy155]

Cryptocurrency1607 why so mad??? It’s still under Powertrain warranty so you got 2x brand new drivetrain parts for free

[@GripAttack777]

I've got a 15' with the 5 spd manual. Got it with 25k miles and now I'm at 50k+. Now the only issues I've had were a bad fuel injector (will be replacing the other 3 soon) and the thermostat (was just a bad design to begin with..replaced with a updated part). Other than that..mine has been very good to me. I change the oil every 3-4k miles and keep up on everything else. They aren't that bad..