Representing Chevrolet's entry in the increasingly popular supermini segment, the Spark is intended to serve as affordable transportation for first-time car buyers, city dwellers and those who just need something small and economical for commuting.
Despite the Spark's humble mission and petite dimensions - it's fourteen inches shorter than the Chevrolet Sonic subcompact - the hatchback boasts more in the way of feature content and space than one might expect.
While it doesn't make for the most elegant exterior proportions, the hatchback's relatively tall height pays dividends inside, where there's plenty of headroom for even the most vertically-gifted passengers. Thanks to clever rear cabin packing, there's room for two adults in back - something that can't be said of the majority of similarly-priced vehicles.
There's room for a respectable 11.4 cubic feet of cargo behind the rear seats, and 31.2 cubes can be unlocked by folding the rear seats flat.
In terms of design and material quality, cheap and cheerful is the order of the day inside the Spark. The instrument cluster is similar to the stylish, motorcycle-inspired unit found in the Sonic, and the dashboard is simple but functional with flowing trim pieces that can be spec'd to match the exterior color. Rock-hard plastics can be found throughout, but that's to be expected given the low price point.