Against 502 other 4-cyl cars rated 2020–2022, the Spark beats their 26.8 mpg average by 6.2 mpg, about $269 a year.
Every Chevrolet Spark engine, compared
Yearly cost assumes 12,000 miles at $3.20 a gallon.
| Engine | Combined | City / Highway | Years | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2L 4-cyl | 31 / 37.7 | 2013–2015 | $1,129 | |
| 1.4L 4-cyl | 30.1 / 38.3 | 2016–2022 | $1,160 |
What that actually costs
Against its rivals in the same model years, the Nissan Sentra gets 33 mpg, the Audi A3 32 mpg and the Mitsubishi Mirage 39 mpg, next to 33 mpg for the 2022 Spark.
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost per mile (2022) | $0.097 |
| Fuel per year | $1,164 |
| Fuel over five years | $5,820 |
| Against other 4-cyl cars, 2020–2022 | −$269 a year |
| EPA's own estimate | $1,880 a year |
City or highway — who is this car for
The 2022 Chevrolet Spark gives up 8 mpg in town: 38 on the highway against 30 in the city, $269 a year if every mile were city driving.
| Measure | Value | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| City (2022) | 30 mpg | $1,280 a year if you only drive in town |
| Highway | 38 mpg | $1,011 a year if you mostly commute |
| Gap | +8 mpg (27%) | Typical for its type |
How the Spark changed over the years
The Spark peaked in 2016 at 34 mpg (31 city, 40 highway) and was at its thirstiest in 2022 at 33 — 1 mpg apart, or $35 a year in fuel between buying one year and the other. The 2022 car does 33.
| Model year | Combined | City / Highway | Engines offered | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 30 / 38 | 1 | $1,164 | |
| 2021 | 30 / 38 | 1 | $1,164 | |
| 2020 | 30 / 38 | 1 | $1,164 | |
| 2019 | 30 / 38 | 1 | $1,164 | |
| 2018 | 30 / 38 | 1 | $1,164 | |
| 2017 | 30 / 38 | 1 | $1,164 | |
| 2016 | 31 / 40 | 1 | $1,129 | |
| 2015 | 31 / 38 | 1 | $1,129 | |
| 2014 | 31 / 38 | 1 | $1,129 | |
| 2013 | 31 / 37 | 1 | $1,129 |
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How we count
This page rests on 10 EPA ratings of the Chevrolet Spark — 2 engines across 2013–2022. The mileage is EPA's laboratory figure, unchanged; the yearly bill is ours, at 12,000 miles and $3.20 a gallon, against EPA's own estimate of $1,880. Full method.
Frequently asked questions
What mpg does the 2022 Chevrolet Spark get?
33 mpg combined, 30 city and 38 highway, per EPA. Across every year since 2013 the Spark has averaged 33.4 mpg.
Is the 2022 Spark more efficient than the 2021?
About the same: 33 against 33 mpg combined.
Which Spark year has the best gas mileage?
The 2016, at 34 mpg combined (31 city, 40 highway).
Does the Spark get better gas mileage than the Nissan Sentra?
About the same: 33 mpg for the 2022 Spark against 33 for the 2023 Nissan Sentra.
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