Chevrolet Spark ReliabilityAll Years Ranked (2016–2017)
Side-by-side AutoScores, risk levels, and owner-cost projections for every Chevrolet Spark we've analyzed. Identify the best years to buy, the ones to avoid, and the problems that follow the Spark across generations.
Average AutoScore
78/100
Best Year
2016 Chevrolet Spark
Score 78
Weakest Year
2016 Chevrolet Spark
Score 78
Every Chevrolet Spark Ranked
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A highly economical city car that requires vigilance, especially concerning its automatic transmission, to ensure long-term value.
Top risks: Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) · Electrical System & Infotainment · Suspension Components
A frugal urbanite with potential CVT Achilles' heel; maintain it well, and it will serve its purpose.
Top risks: CVT Transmission · Infotainment System (MyLink) · Suspension Components
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Problems That Follow the Spark Across Generations
Issues that appear in the top-3 risks across multiple model years — the cost of ownership you can actually predict.
Suspension Components
Appears in 2 model years · 100% of generations
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