2020 Chevrolet Spark problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What gas mileage does the 2020 Chevrolet Spark get?

The 2020 Chevrolet Spark has a U.S. EPA estimate of 33 mpg combined (30 city / 38 highway).

Q: How much is a 2020 Chevrolet Spark worth?

Comparable 2020 Chevrolet Spark listings run roughly $10,299–$18,995, typically around $14,202 (from 15 vehicles).

2020 Chevrolet Spark at a glance

Owner complaints19

Combined33 mpg

Typical price$14,202

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2020 Chevrolet Spark common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 19 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags

Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

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.

Fuel/propulsion System

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

Tires

Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.

Seat Belts

Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.

2020 Chevrolet Spark MPG & running costs

Combined33 mpg

City30 mpg

Highway38 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$2,050

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.

What's a 2020 Chevrolet Spark worth?

Low

$10,299

Typical price

$14,202

High

$18,995

From 15 comparable 2020 Chevrolet Spark listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2020 Chevrolet Spark costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$10,250

Depreciation (5 yrs)$6,850

Total$17,100

Per mile$0.23

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($14,202) with the same model 5 model-years older ($7,353), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.