Model year guide

2018 Chevrolet Spark

Q: What gas mileage does the 2018 Chevrolet Spark get?

The 2018 Chevrolet Spark has a U.S. EPA estimate of 33 mpg combined (30 city / 39 highway).

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2018 Chevrolet Spark is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 4 on record.

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2018 Chevrolet Spark at a glance

Owner complaints8

Combined33 mpg

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2018 Chevrolet Spark common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Vehicle Speed Control

Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.

Engine

Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Service Brakes

Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Power Train

Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Fuel/propulsion System

Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

Lane Departure

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2018 Chevrolet Spark MPG & running costs

Combined33 mpg

City30 mpg

Highway39 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$2,050

EPA size classSubcompact Cars

TransmissionAutomatic (variable gear ratios) or Manual 5-spd

Passenger volume86 cu ft

Cargo volume11 cu ft

5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$1,750 less

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2018 Chevrolet Spark costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$10,250

Fuel only$10,250

Per mile$0.14

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.