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Chevrolet Spark
Overview
Manufacturer	Daewoo Motors (1998–2002) GM Daewoo (2002–2011) GM Korea (2011–2022)
Production	1998–2022
Body and chassis
Class	City car (A)
Body style	5-door hatchback
Layout	Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
Chronology
Predecessor	Daewoo Tico

The Chevrolet Spark (Korean: 쉐보레 스파크) is a city car manufactured by General Motors’s subsidiary GM Korea from 1998 to 2022. The vehicle was initially developed by Daewoo and was introduced in 1998 as the Daewoo Matiz (Korean: 대우 마티즈). In 2002, General Motors purchased Daewoo Motors, which had the vehicle being marketed with several GM marques and nameplates.

The third generation was predominantly marketed under its Chevrolet brand, including in North America as the Chevrolet Spark and in Australia and New Zealand as the Holden Spark Barina. The fourth generation was launched in 2015, and also known as the Holden Spark in Australia and New Zealand.^[1] It also serves as the basis for the Opel Karl in Europe,^[2] Vauxhall Viva in the UK,^[3][4] and VinFast Fadil in Vietnam, the latter being manufactured under license.

A limited-production all-electric version, the Chevrolet Spark EV, was released in the U.S. in selected markets in California and Oregon in June 2013. The Spark EV was the first all-electric passenger car marketed by General Motors since the EV1 was discontinued in 1999, and the first ever offered for retail sale by GM (the EV1 was available only on lease).^[5][6]

In the South Korean market, the Spark complies with South Korean «light car» (Korean: 경차, romanized: Gyeongcha) regulations, which regulate overall vehicle dimensions and engine capacity with tax and parking fee benefits.^[7]

Production of the Spark at the Changwon, South Korea assembly plant ended in 2022. The plant would instead produce the second-generation Trax.^[8]

First generation (M100, M150; 1998)[edit]

First generation (M100, M150)
Overview
Also called	Daewoo Matiz Chevrolet Matiz UzDaewoo Matiz (Uzbekistan) Ravon Matiz (Russia) Formosa Matiz (Taiwan)[9] FSO Matiz (Poland) Pontiac Matiz (México) Pontiac G2 (México) Chevrolet Lechi (China) Baojun Lechi (China) Chevrolet Exclusive (Pakistan) Chevrolet Joy (Pakistan) Chevrolet Taxi 7:24 Chronos (Colombia)
Production	1998–2005 (South Korea) 1998–2007 (M100, Poland) 1998–2008 (M100, Romania) 1998–2002 (India) 2001-2018 (Uzbekistan) 2010–2016 (China)
Assembly	South Korea: Changwon Uzbekistan: Asaka (UzDaewoo) Poland: Warsaw (FSO)[10] Romania: Craiova (Rodae) Iran: Kerman (Kerman Khodro) China: Liuzhou, Guangxi (SAIC-GM-Wuling) India: Surajpur (Daewoo India) Pakistan: Karachi (Nexus) Taiwan: Taipei (Formosa)[11] Vietnam: Hanoi (VIDAMCO)
Designer	Fabrizio Giugiaro at Italdesign[12]
Body and chassis
Body style	5-door hatchback 5-door panel van
Related	Daewoo Tico Chery QQ3
Powertrain
Engine	Petrol: 0.8 L S-TEC I3 1.0 L S-TEC I4 1.2 L P-TEC I4 (China)
Transmission	five-speed manual three-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,340 mm (92.1 in)
Length	3,495 mm (137.6 in)
Width	1,495 mm (58.9 in)
Height	1,485 mm (58.5 in)
Curb weight	853 kilograms (1,881 lb) (1998)[13]

M100 (1998–2000)[edit]

The production of Daewoo Matiz started in 1998, and it was marketed in South Korea and many European markets, internally designated the M100. The exterior design is based on the Lucciola, a 1993 Fiat Cinquecento concept by Fabrizio Giugiaro at Italdesign, which had been rejected by Fiat.^[14] The 0.8-litre gasoline engine and the transmission were carryovers from the Daewoo Tico, but it now uses a multipoint fuel injection system.^[15] Engineering was carried out at Daewoo’s Worthing Technical Centre in England. The car became the best selling Daewoo model in Europe and in India for the next four years.^[16]

It was developed on the basis of the Daewoo Tico, version under license of the Suzuki Alto, with which both Tico and Matiz share mechanicals and suspensions. From this origin derives its characteristic narrow width, imposed by the Japanese kei car tax category.

The Matiz was originally launched with just a 0.8-litre straight-three engine. It developed a maximum power of 51 hp (38 kW) and a maximum torque of 68.5 N⋅m (51 lb⋅ft), and had a combined consumption of 6.4 L/100 km (44 mpg_‑imp). It had a top speed of 144 km/h (89 mph) and could reach 100 km/h (62 mph) in 17 seconds.^[15] This engine was developed from the Tico unit by Tickford, a UK company based in Milton Keynes. The Tickford connection was acknowledged in the brochures distributed in UK showrooms.

It was released with three trim levels: E, S, and SE. The latter had air conditioning, wheel covers, body-colored bumpers, rear spoiler, fog lights, and a stereo, with optional features such as roof rails, power steering, central locking, electric front windows, antilock brakes, and driver airbag.^[17] In certain markets, it was also available with an automatic transmission.

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  Daewoo Matiz (M100; pre-facelift)

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  Interior (M100; pre-facelift)

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  FSO Matiz

M150 (2000–2005)[edit]

This facelift was designed at Daewoo’s Worthing Technical Centre in England, and introduced in South Korea in late 2000, and exported from 2001. The front-end structure was modified to accommodate a four-cylinder engine, although the introduction of this engine, the 1.0-litre S-Tec unit, was delayed until after Daewoo’s takeover by General Motors in 2002.

The M150 is still produced by GM-Uzbekistan (previously UzDaewooAuto) in Uzbekistan. The car was launched to the Russian market as the Ravon Matiz in 2016, but was soon discontinued.^[18] In South Korea and Japan this updated Matiz was sold under the name Daewoo Matiz II.

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  Facelifted M150-series Daewoo Matiz

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  Facelifted M150-series Daewoo Matiz

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  Chevrolet Matiz

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  Formosa (FAC) Matiz

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  Pontiac Matiz

Lechi (China)[edit]

In China, the car was marketed as the Chevrolet Lechi. It remained in production until 2012, when an updated version was introduced as the Baojun Lechi. It is to be offered under both Chevrolet and Baojun brands during a transition period.^[19] The Lechi has also received certain powertrain updates, making the car economical enough to qualify for a subsidy and a tax break from the Chinese government.^[19]

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  2007 Chevrolet Lechi

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  2009 Chevrolet Lechi

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  2014 Baojun Lechi

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  2010 Chevrolet Lechi Cross

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  2015 Baojun Lechi Cross

Safety[edit]

Euro NCAP test results for a RHD, 5five-door hatchback variant on a 2000 registration:

Test[20]	Score	Points
Overall:	N/A	N/A
Adult occupant:		19
Child occupant:	N/A	N/A
Pedestrian:		15
Safety assist:	N/A	N/A

Engines[edit]

It featured a range of three petrol engines, which had these specifications:

Model	Engine	Displacement	Power	Torque	0–100 km/h (0-62 mph)	Top speed	CO2 emissions	Notes
0.8	I3	796 cc	51 PS (38 kW; 50 hp)	69 N⋅m (51 lb⋅ft) at 4,200 rpm	17.0 s	144 km/h (89 mph)	161 g/km
1.0	I4	995 cc	63 PS (46 kW; 62 hp)	87 N⋅m (64 lb⋅ft) at 4,300 rpm	14.2 s	155 km/h (96 mph)	157 g/km	introduced in 2002
1.2	I4	1,206 cc	86 PS (63 kW; 85 hp)	108 N⋅m (80 lb⋅ft) at 4,000 rpm	13.9 s	160 km/h (99 mph)		China, from 2009

Copying controversy[edit]

The Chery QQ3, then known as the Chery QQ, became the center of an industrial copyright and intellectual rights controversy, as GM claimed the car was a copy of the Daewoo Matiz. GM executives demonstrated the extent of the design duplication, noting for example that the doors of the QQ and those of the Spark are interchangeable^[21] without modification.

GM China Group indicated the two vehicles «shared remarkably identical body structure, exterior design, interior design, and key components»^[21] MotorAuthority.com^[22] and Car and Driver called the QQ a «carbon copy», while the International Herald Tribune, in a 2005 article, referred to it as a clone.^[23]

The Detroit News reported that «the dispute reflects the confusion, risks, and ambitions in China’s new auto industry, where global carmakers are battling pugnacious upstarts for a piece of what may become the world’s largest auto market.»^[24]

Second generation (M200, M250; 2005)[edit]

Second generation (M200, M250)
Chevrolet Matiz (M200)
Overview
Also called	Daewoo Matiz Classic (South Korea) Chevrolet Matiz Matiz G2 (México) Pontiac Matiz (México) FSO Matiz (Poland) Chevrolet Joy (Pakistan) Chevrolet Taxi 7:24 Chronos Chevrolet Chevytaxi (Colombia)
Production	2005–2009 (South Korea) 2007–2017 (India)
Assembly	South Korea: Changwon Colombia: Bogotá (GM Colombia) India: Halol, Gujarat (GM India) Pakistan: Karachi (Nexus Automotive) Vietnam: Hanoi (VIDAMCO)
Designer	Giorgetto Giugiaro[citation needed]
Body and chassis
Body style	5-door hatchback
Powertrain
Engine	Petrol: 0.8 L S-TEC I3 1.0 L S-TEC I4
Transmission	5-speed manual 4-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,345 mm (92.3 in)
Length	3,495 mm (137.6 in)
Width	1,495 mm (58.9 in)
Height	1,500 mm (59.1 in)

In 2005, the Matiz received substantial modifications (M200), previewed by the Chevrolet M3X concept car shown at 2004 Paris Motor Show. The upper body was revised, based again on a design by Italdesign Giugiaro, the S-Tec engines were updated, and the car’s drag coefficient was lowered, resulting in better fuel economy. The interior was also significantly revised, notably with a centre-mounted instrument cluster. The platform was also revised, with a twist-beam rear suspension system replacing the previous three-link beam axle, and the front suspension using cast, rather than pressed and fabricated lower control arms.

In 2008, the 800 cc engine was revised to fall below the 120 g/km level, thus qualifying for the UK’s £35 road tax band and no London congestion charge.

In Europe, it was marketed under the names Chevrolet Matiz and Chevrolet Spark. In Italy, the LPG version was called Chevrolet Matiz Eco Logic; it was built from 2007 to 2010 in over 60,000 vehicles by BRC Gas Equipment in Cherasco, Cuneo, Italy.

In South Korea, where it was marketed only with an 800 cc engine and following the introduction of M300 Matiz (Matiz Creative), the M200 Matiz was renamed to Matiz Classic
Production reach 2.3 million worldwide during the first 10 years.^[25]

As of 2011, VIDAMCO of Vietnam produces the Matiz M200 as the Chevrolet Spark Lite in complete knock-down (CKD) form at its Hanoi production facility.^[26]

In India, the local manufacturer GM India produced two special editions of this generation — the Chevrolet Spark LPG, a version equipped with a sequential injection-type liquified petroleum gas kit, unveiled on the World Environment Day in New Delhi, and the Chevrolet Spark Muzic, introduced in 2009.

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  Chevrolet Matiz (M200; UK)

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  Daewoo Matiz M250

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  Interior view with the centrally mounted dashboard console

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  Pontiac G2 Matiz

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  2013 Chevrolet Spark Lite (M250; Chile)

Safety[edit]

Euro NCAP test results for a five-door hatchback variant on a 2005 registration:

Test[27]	Score	Points
Overall:	N/A	N/A
Adult occupant:		17
Child occupant:		30
Pedestrian:		13
Safety assist:	N/A	N/A

Engines[edit]

Model	Engine	Displacement	Power	Torque	0–100 km/h (0-62 mph)	Top speed	CO2 emissions	Notes
0.8	I3	796 cc	52 PS (38 kW; 51 hp)	72 N⋅m (53 lb⋅ft) at 4,400 rpm	18.2 s	145 km/h (90 mph)	123 g/km
1.0	I4	995 cc	66 PS (49 kW; 65 hp)	91 N⋅m (67 lb⋅ft) at 4,200 rpm	14.1 s	156 km/h (97 mph)	133 g/km

Third generation (M300; 2009)[edit]

Third generation (M300)
Overview
Also called	Daewoo Matiz Creative (South Korea, 2009–2011) Chevrolet Beat (India and Latin America) Chevrolet ChevyTaxi Plus (Taxi version, Colombia) Holden Barina Spark (Australasia) Ravon R2 (CIS countries and Ukraine)
Production	2009–2015 (South Korea) 2009–present (Uzbekistan) 2010–2020 (India)[28] 2010–2021 (Colombia; hatchback)[29][30] 2018–2022 (Colombia; ChevyTaxi Plus)[31]
Model years	2013–2015 (North America)
Assembly	South Korea: Changwon (GM Korea) India: Talegaon (GM India) South Africa: Port Elizabeth (GM South Africa)[32] Colombia: Bogotá (GM Colombia) Uzbekistan: Asaka (GM Uzbekistan) Vietnam: Hanoi (GM Vietnam)
Designer	Taewan Kim[33]
Body and chassis
Body style	4-door sedan 5-door hatchback
Platform	Global Small Vehicles
Powertrain
Engine	Petrol: 995 cc S-TEC II I4 1,199 cc Smartech II I4[nb 1] 1,206 cc S-TEC II I4 1,249 cc LL0 I4[nb 2] Diesel: 936 cc XSDE I3[nb 1]
Transmission	5-speed Y4M HD manual 4-speed Aisin AW 80-40LE automatic CVT Jatco M4M-CVT7 automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,375 mm (93.5 in)
Length	3,640–3,675 mm (143.3–144.7 in) 3,995 mm (157.3 in) (notchback)
Width	1,597 mm (62.9 in)
Height	1,549–1,551 mm (61.0–61.1 in)
Curb weight	1,070–1,090 kg (2,350–2,400 lb)

The redesigned Matiz (codenamed M300) was launched in 2009 and is based on the 2007 Chevrolet Beat concept car. Although sold globally as the Chevrolet Spark, in India, this model retains the Beat name from the concept car, as the second-generation Spark continues to be sold in this market. In some Latin American markets, the Beat name was also used, while Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico, and Peru received it as the Spark GT. Prior to the 2011 elimination of the Daewoo marque in South Korea, the third-generation Spark was marketed as the Daewoo Matiz Creative.^[34]

GM presented a pre-production version of the Chevrolet Beat carrying the Chevrolet Spark nameplate at the 2009 North American International Auto Show. The production version was announced at that show, but only the Beat concept was shown.^[35]

The production Chevrolet Spark was unveiled at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show.^[36] It became available in Europe in the first quarter of 2010, followed by other markets worldwide, with US sales set to begin in early 2012 for 2013 model year. Production of the car started from December 2009 in Halol, Gujarat, India. It was launched in India in January 2010 as the Chevrolet Beat during Auto Expo in New Delhi.

With the M300, the original Suzuki platform was replaced by GM Global Small Vehicles platform, developed by GM Daewoo engineers.

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  Chevrolet Spark LS+ 1.2 (Germany; pre-facelift)

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  2013 Chevrolet Spark LT 1.2 (UK; pre-facelift)

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  Speedometer

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  Chevrolet Beat concept

Concept[edit]

The Chevrolet Beat concept car was unveiled at the 2007 New York International Auto Show alongside two other concept vehicles, the Trax and the Groove. The Beat is a three-door hatchback concept, derived from the Daewoo Kalos. It was designed by GM Daewoo in South Korea. It is powered by a 1.2 L turbocharged gasoline engine mated to an automatic transmission.^[37]

This version was featured in the Michael Bay movie Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen as Skids, alongside the GM Trax subcompact SUV. The Beat concept sports a Vertigo Green exterior paint job with the same hue carried over to parts of the interior. Its profile is high at the rear and tapering down evenly to the front of the grille. Headlights that appear to extend all the way from the base of the grille to the base of the windshield are LED type. It feature 17-inch wheels with matching green paint of the disc brakes. Twin taillights that extend upward to the back-up lights are also LEDs.

In early 2007, GM conducted a poll testing the relative popularity of the Beat, Trax, and Groove concepts on a Chevrolet website,^[38] with the Beat receiving nearly 50% of the vote, which ultimately determined the car making it into production.

GM displayed a prototype woodie version of the forthcoming Chevrolet Spark for the 2010 Paris Motor Show.^[39]

Facelifts[edit]

The first facelift was revealed at the 2012 Paris Motor Show. It features a redesigned dual-port grille and front bumper, and restyled headlamp covers and fog lamps.^[40] The North American model, launched for the 2013 model year, uses the facelifted styling. The first facelift model was launched in India in February 2014.^[41][42] The facelifted Holden Barina Spark retained the existing front bumper, with its front grille being redesigned.

A second facelift was launched in 2017 for the 2018 year with a design inspired by the fourth-generation Spark (M400). Produced in India and Colombia, it is aimed mainly to developing countries.^[30]

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  Chevrolet Spark LS (US, first facelift)

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  Chevrolet Spark LS (US, first facelift)

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  Chevrolet Spark GT (Chile, second facelift)

Beat sedan/notchback (NB)[edit]

A four-door sedan version was unveiled in a near-production prototype form at the 2016 Auto Expo in India as the Chevrolet Essentia.^[43][44] After GM halted domestic sales in India in 2017, the Essentia was ultimately cancelled for the Indian market. The model was instead exported to Latin America either in finished form or as knock-down kits (to be assembled by GM Colmotores) as the Beat or Beat NB (notchback).

The Beat and its notchback version were discontinued from the Mexican market in early August 2021, giving the production run from 2018 to 2021 model years. The Taxi variant of the Beat Notchback is still available for the Colombian market for the 2022 model year.^[31]

Spark/Beat Activ[edit]

A crossover-styled version is also available in South America as the Chevrolet Spark GT Activ or Chevrolet Beat Activ. The concept version was showcased at the 2016 Auto Expo in India,^[45] however the production version was never sold in India as GM pulled out from the market. The production version is available in several Latin American markets starting from 2018.^[46][47]

Markets[edit]

United States[edit]

The U.S. version of the third-generation Spark went into production on April 16, 2012, and arrived in dealerships in August 2012. Marketed as the Chevrolet Spark, the car uses a special up-stroked version of the «S-TEC» engine (RPO code LL0).

The 2013 Spark was the fastest-selling car in the United States for July 2012, with just 6 days from when they arrived at dealers to when they were sold.^[48]

For 2014, the automatic transmission is a Jatco M4M-CVT7^[49] continuously variable transmission (CVT) and the final drive ratio lowered to 3.75.^[50][51] The CVT gives better fuel mileage overall than the previous 4 speed automatic, and changing the final drive ratio from its previous 4.145^[52][53] reduces engine noise and increases fuel economy on the highway while increasing noise and reducing fuel mileage in the city. Industry sources have commented on the ongoing reliability issues with the Jatco CVT transmissions.^[54]

Domino’s DXP[edit]

The Domino’s DXP (short for «Delivery eXPert») is a version 2015 Spark marketed in the U.S., which was customized by Roush Performance for Domino’s Pizza where it was converted to a revival of a canopy express vehicle which was popular from the 1930s to the 1950s. Based on the mid-level 1LT trim of the Spark, the front and rear passenger seats are removed and replaced with storage compartments that can carry 80 pizzas, two 2-liter bottles of soda, and dipping sauces. The left rear passenger door is converted into a warming oven that can only be unlocked with the key fob or a button within the driver’s door frame. The Spark’s Chevrolet front grille is replaced with a custom-made black front grille with the «Domino’s» logo, as well as a custom lower body kit, and all DXP cars have a custom Domino’s-themed vinyl wrap with a lighted Domino’s roof topper.

Production is limited to less than 200 units and once each car reaches 100,000 miles, it will be retired and returned to Roush, where it will be restored to stock form and sold as a used Spark (all four factory seatbelts and airbags are left fully intact, and covered by plastic panels).^[55][56][57] Despite the intentions of Domino’s to eventually retire the DXP and leave none remaining, several wrecked DXPs have been salvaged by private individuals with the intention of retaining them as rare cars when the rest of the fleet is retired. The situation has resulted in threatened legal action by a Domino’s franchisee.^[58][59]

Europe[edit]

The third-generation Spark was unveiled at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show.^[36] It became available in Europe in the first quarter of 2010. Engine choices include 1.0- and 1.2-litre I4 engines. In Italy there is an LPG version of the Spark called the Chevrolet Spark Eco Logic with BRC Gas Equipment as of the end of 2009. This bi-fuel version is available with the 1.0 and 1.2 engines (both with 16 valves) with 113 to 119 g of CO₂ emissions respectively. While the LPG cars are still available in Italy, in France the LPG versions were only available from 2009 until 2012.

India[edit]

Production of the third-generation, badged as the Beat, started at Halol plant near Ahmedabad in Gujarat in December 15, 2009. It was launched in India on January 5, 2010, during Auto Expo in New Delhi. The Beat was marketed alongside the second-generation Spark, which was offered as a more affordable alternative. The Beat is powered by a 1.2 L S-TEC II engine capable of petrol and LPG, marketed as Smartech II. The engine was destroked from 1,206 cc to 1,199 cc for the Indian market due to lower tax imposed to vehicles with engine displacement under 1,200 cc.

In July 2011, General Motors launched the diesel version of the Beat in India.^[60] The 3-cylinder, 936 cc turbo-diesel engine produces 62.5 PS (46 kW; 62 hp) and 160.26 N⋅m (118 lbf⋅ft) of torque, resulting in good acceleration and pick up. The 1.0 L, 936 cc diesel engine enables the car to reach 100 km/h (62 mph) in 16 seconds and a top speed of 142 km/h (88 mph). Chevrolet Beat Diesel offers mileage of 24 km/L (56 mpg) as per the ARAI test reports. The engine is based on the Fiat Multijet diesel technology.^[61]

GM India was reported to build an electric version of the Spark or Beat with Reva Electric Car Company.^[62] However, after the acquisition of Reva Electric Car Company by Mahindra & Mahindra, GM India dropped the plans, and planned its own electric version.^[63]

In Auto Expo 2016 in February, GM India showcased the four-door sedan version of the Beat as the Chevrolet Essentia,^[43][44] and a crossover-styled concept model as the Beat Activ.^[45] Both models never went on sale in India as Chevrolet ceased sales in the country in 2017, however these models were exported to Latin America until 2021.

Mexico[edit]

In North America, the third-generation Spark was first delivered to GM dealerships in Mexico for the 2012 model year, but did not replace the Chevrolet Matiz (formerly Pontiac G2 Matiz), which was sold until 2014. In 2017, the third-generation Spark received a facelift and was renamed the Chevrolet Beat.

On 5 August 2021, the Beat was discontinued in Mexico due to the Talegaon, India, plant being closed, leaving the Aveo as their entry-level model in said market.^[64]

Philippines[edit]

In the Philippines, the third-generation Spark is equipped with 1.0 L and 1.2 L engines. It has 2 trims; the LS (5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic) and LT (5-speed manual). It was discontinued in 2015.

South Korea[edit]

The car was unveiled in South Korea as the Daewoo Matiz Creative at the 2009 Seoul Motor Show.^[65] The Matiz version was renamed to Matiz Creative. The car has a 1.0 L S-TEC II engine with 4-speed automatic transmission. Sales began on September 1, 2009.^[34] The Groove name used in one of the rejected concepts returned as a trim level.^[66]

In 2011, the Matiz Creative is renamed as Chevrolet Spark, as part of phasing out the Daewoo brand in South Korea, making way for the Chevrolet brand.

Australia[edit]

In Australia, the third-generation Spark was released in October 2010 at the 2010 Australian International Motor Show in Sydney as the MJ series Holden Barina Spark. It was available in two trim levels, CD and CDX. It was discontinued in February 2018 to be replaced by the fourth-generation model.

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  Holden Barina Spark CDX (Australia; pre-facelift)

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  Holden Barina Spark CD (Australia; facelift)

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  Holden Barina Spark CD (Australia; facelift)

Uzbekistan[edit]

The Chevrolet Spark was released in Uzbekistan in August 2010. It was available in three trim levels: L (1.0 L manual), LS (1.0 L manual/auto) and LT (1.2 L manual).

Russia[edit]

The Uzbekistan-made Spark has been sold in Russia as the Ravon R2 since 2016. It was available with the 1.2 L engine and automatic gearbox.^[67]

Safety[edit]

The Korean-made Spark in its most basic Latin American configuration with no airbags and no ABS received 0 stars for adult occupants and 2 stars for toddlers from Latin NCAP in 2014.^[68]

The Indian-made Spark GT in its most basic Latin American configuration with no airbags, no ABS and no ESC received 0 stars for adult occupants and 0 stars for toddlers from Latin NCAP in 2016 (one level above 2010–2015).^[69]

Powertrain[edit]

Model	Engine	Displacement	Power	Torque	0–100 km/h (0-62 mph)	Top speed	CO2 emissions	Notes
Petrol engines
1.0	I4	995 cc	68 PS (50 kW; 67 hp) at 6,400 rpm	93 N⋅m (69 lb⋅ft) at 4,800 rpm	15.5 s	96 mph (154 km/h)	119 g/km
1.2	I4	1,206 cc	81 PS (60 kW; 80 hp) at 6,400 rpm	111 N⋅m (82 lb⋅ft) at 4,800 rpm	12.1 s	102 mph (164 km/h)	119 g/km
1.2	I4	1,199 cc	80.5 PS (59.2 kW; 79.4 hp) at 6,200 rpm	108 N⋅m (80 lb⋅ft) at 4,400 rpm				India only
1.2	I4	1,249 cc	84 hp (62.5 kW) at 6400 rpm	112 N⋅m (83 lb⋅ft) at 4,400 rpm	11.3 s			North America
LPG engines
1.2	I4	1,199 cc	80.04 PS (58.87 kW; 78.95 hp) at 6,400 rpm	104 N⋅m (77 lb⋅ft) at 4,400 rpm				India only
Diesel engines
1.0	I3	936 cc	62.5 PS (46.0 kW; 61.6 hp)	150 N⋅m (111 lb⋅ft) at 1,750 rpm	16.0 s	145 km/h (90 mph)		India only; introduced in 2011

Spark EV[edit]

For Egyptian market Spark EV introduced in 2022, see Wuling Air EV.

Chevrolet Spark EV
Overview
Manufacturer	General Motors
Production	2013–2016
Body and chassis
Body style	5-door hatchback
Layout	Front-motor, front-wheel drive
Platform	Gamma
Powertrain
Electric motor	97 kW (130 bhp)[70] AC Permanent-Magnet Motor
Battery	(MY 2015+) 19 kWh lithium-ion battery by LG Chem[71] MY 2014: 21.3 kWh Lithium iron phosphate by A123, claimed as nano-phosphate Li-ion battery[72]
Electric range	132 km (82 miles) (EPA)[73]
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,375 mm (93.5 in)[74]
Length	3,721 mm (146.5 in)[74]
Width	1,626 mm (64.0 in)[74]
Curb weight	1,356 kg (2,989 lb)[74]
Chronology
Predecessor	General Motors EV1
Successor	Chevrolet Bolt

The Chevrolet Spark EV is a limited production 5-door hatchback battery electric vehicle produced by Chevrolet in 2013–2016. The Spark EV was a compliance car specifically designed to meet the government mandate on automobile manufacturers to increase the penetration of electric automobiles into the fleet of all operating vehicles on the road in certain US states, but was not intended for broad adoption in the broader US market, nor produced and sold in quantities that would meet demand for such vehicles in the open market where no such government rules exist.^[75][76]

In October 2011, General Motors announced the planned production of the Chevrolet Spark EV, with availability limited to select markets starting in 2013.^[77] The production version was unveiled at the November 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show.^[78] Within the framework of GM’s vehicle electrification strategy,^[79] the Spark EV was the first all-electric passenger car marketed by General Motors in the U.S. since the EV1, which had been discontinued in 1999.^[5]

Sales

The Spark EV was released in the U.S. in June 2013, with availability initially limited to the markets in California and Oregon.^[6] The first vehicle was leased to a family in the Studio City neighborhood of Los Angeles.^[80] The electric car went on sale in Maryland in the second quarter of 2015, the first East Coast state where the Spark EV was available.^[81]

Annual sales (US)^[82]

Year	Sales
2013	539
2014	1,145
2015	2,629
2016	3,035
2017	23

As of December 2014, U.S. sales totaled 1,684 units.^[83] In April 2015, GM announced a price cut of US$1,650, to US$25,995 (equivalent to $29,720 in 2021); a new lease deal of US$139 (equivalent to $160 in 2021) per month was also offered simultaneously, along with additional discounts ranging from US$1,000 to 3,500, depending on the state.^[84] Sales jumped by approximately nine times, from an average of 100 per month to 920 in April 2015 alone, in response to the price cut.^[85] The Spark EV was discontinued in December 2016, when Chevrolet began selling the Bolt, which had a much longer range and wider availability.^[86] In total, it was estimated from incentive data that 7,371 Spark EVs were sold or leased to customers in the United States, including a few leftover vehicles in 2017.^[82]

Retail sales of the Spark EV began in South Korea in October 2013.^[87] The Spark was also available in Canada for limited fleet sales starting in 2014.^[88]

Technical

The electric car was initially powered by a 21.3 kWh Lithium iron phosphate battery pack supplied by A123 Systems.^[5][89] In a white-paper, the A123 nanophosphate cathode material was touted as increasing battery life and safety.^[90] In 2014, for the 2015 model year, the battery pack supplier was changed to LG Chem^[71] which resulted in a smaller capacity pack (19 kWh) while maintaining the same EV range,^[91] which was estimated at 82 mi (132 km) under the EPA cycle for all model years. Rated economy was 119 mpg‑e (29 kW⋅h/100 mi) (combined).^[92] The weight of the traction battery was reduced by 86 lb (39 kg) with the move to the smaller pack.^[93] It is carried over the rear axle and is equipped with a liquid thermal management system.^[94]

The Spark EV is equipped with a standard onboard charger that can accept AC power at a maximum rate of 3.3 kW.^[95] When equipped with an optional CCS/SAE Combo Type 1 DC power inlet, the Spark EV can be fast-charged to 80% of capacity in 20 minutes. Using the onboard AC charger, charging time increases to about seven hours using a dedicated 240-volt charging station or about 20 hours using a standard household 120-volt outlet.^[94] It is the first car in the United States to offer a CCS Combo inlet.^[96]

The 2014 production version featured a 97 kW (130 hp) motor, providing 542 N⋅m (400 lb⋅ft) of torque.^[72][97] The electric motor and final drive unit were assembled in GM’s Baltimore Operations plant in White Marsh, then shipped to South Korea where they were fitted to the vehicles.^[98] Alongside the new battery for the 2015 model year, torque output was reduced to 443 N⋅m (327 ft⋅lb) while power rose to 105 kW (141 hp) and the drive ratio was also changed from 3.17 to 3.87.^[94][99]

Fourth generation (M400; 2015)[edit]

Fourth generation (M400)
Chevrolet Spark LT (North America; pre-facelift)
Overview
Also called	Holden Spark (Australasia)[100]
Production	2015–2022
Model years	2016–2022 (North America)
Assembly	South Korea: Changwon (GM Korea)
Body and chassis
Body style	5-door hatchback
Related	Opel Karl//Vauxhall Viva/VinFast Fadil
Powertrain
Engine	Petrol: 1.0 L L5Q I3 1.4 L LV7 I4
Transmission	5-speed manual CVT
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,385 mm (93.9 in)
Length	3,636 mm (143.1 in) 3,595 mm (141.5 in) (South Korea)[101]
Width	1,595 mm (62.8 in)
Height	1,483 mm (58.4 in)
Curb weight	1,019–1,049 kg (2,247–2,313 lb)

The fourth-generation Spark, internally designated M400, was styled under the direction of GM Global Design Chief Michael Simcoe, debuted at the April 2015 New York International Auto Show and went on sale in the fourth quarter of 2015.^[102][103] It was also marketed as the Holden Spark in Australia and New Zealand. A restyled version was marketed as the Opel Karl in Europe, Vauxhall Viva in the UK, and VinFast Fadil in Vietnam (produced under license). These nameplates feature revised instrument panel styling, revised side swaging and a small quarter light in the rear door, displacing the high-mounted rear door handles of the Spark.

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  Rear view

Powertrain[edit]

In North America, at introduction, the fourth-generation Spark is powered by a 1.4-litre, 1,399 cc (85 cu in) LV7 DOHC I4 gasoline engine producing 98 hp (73 kW) and 94 pound-feet (127 N⋅m) torque. The Korean domestic version as well as Opel, Vauxhall and Holden variants used a 1.0 L engine producing 75 hp and 70 pound-feet torque.

Engines

Engine	Displacement	Power	Torque	(0-60)mph	Top speed	Notes
1.0 L	999 cc	75 hp	70 lb-ft	12.4 s	108.74 mph	Korea and EU Only
1.4 L	1399 cc	98 hp	94 lb-ft	11 s

Markets[edit]

United States[edit]

In the United States, the Spark is available in four trim levels: base LS, mid-level 1LT, lifestyle-oriented ACTIV (available starting with the 2017 model year), and top-tier 2LT. Each trim level is available with either a standard five-speed manual transmission, or a continuously variable transmission (CVT).

Mexico[edit]

The Spark was launched for the Mexican market on November 4, 2015, as a 2016 model and only offered in the LT and LTZ trim lines, both of them powered by a 1.4-liter engine.^[104]

2018 facelift[edit]

In 2018, for the 2019 model year, the Spark received a mid-cycle facelift. Changes included a new third-generation seven-inch Chevrolet Infotainment 3 infotainment system, revised exterior styling, optional low-speed autonomous emergency braking (AEB) on selected models, and new exterior color options. In the United States, the facelifted Spark went on sale in the third quarter of 2018 for model year 2019.^[105] For Mexico, the model was facelifted in October 2018 as a 2019 model, discontinuing the LTZ trim line and adding the Premier and Activ trim lines.^[106]

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  Chevrolet Spark 1LT (facelift)

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  Chevrolet Spark 1LT (facelift)

Spark Activ[edit]

For the 2018 model year, GM introduced the Activ trim level between the 1LT and 2LT trims, including leatherette-trimmed seating surfaces, heated front seats, leather-wrapped steering wheel, aluminum-alloy wheels, unique black exterior styling elements, roof rails, rear liftgate badging, and ground clearance increased by 0.4 inches.^[107]

It was never offered for sale in Canada.^[108]

Discontinuation[edit]

Chevrolet discontinued the Spark after the 2022 model year.^[109] Production ceased in August 2022.^[110] The Spark was the United States and Canada’s least expensive new car on sale.^[111] Production for South Korea was scheduled to cease in September 8, 2022.^[112]

Global marketing and manufacture[edit]

Asia[edit]

In India, it was launched in 1999 as the Daewoo Matiz. In 2007, General Motors India launched the Chevrolet M3X concept based third generation, as the Chevrolet Spark. In Japan, the Matiz was sold under the GM Daewoo brand through the Yanase Co., Ltd. dealership network, but was considered a «compact car» due to the length, width and engine displacement exceeding the Kei car regulations. In the Philippines, the Matiz was available during the years 1999–2000 through the grey market. In 2007, it was released under the name Chevrolet Spark. In Pakistan, the car was initially introduced as Chevrolet Exclusive in 2003. From 2005 to 2009 it was manufactured by Nexus Automotive (importers and assemblers of General Motors Korea and Daewoo vehicles in Pakistan) under the name Chevrolet Joy, which has now been replaced by the newer M200 series and is currently sold as the Chevrolet Spark. In Taiwan, the Matiz was sold under the Formosa brand between 2001 and 2009.

Europe[edit]

From 1998 until 2004, the Matiz was sold in Europe under the Daewoo badge.^[113] In 2004, it took the Chevrolet marque,^[114] as well as the other South Korean models of General Motors, such as the Lacetti and Kalos. Since 2000, CKD kits have been supplied to UzDaewooAuto, FSO and Rodae, to be built and sold in Uzbekistan, Poland and Romania respectively. At the beginning of 2005, FSO began marketing the Matiz under their own brand. The Chevrolet Matiz were briefly marketed as the Chevrolet Spark in the UK.^[115][116] The fourth generation was marketed in most of Europe as the Opel Karl and as the Vauxhall Viva in the UK until both were discontinued in 2019.^[117][118]

Americas[edit]

In Mexico, the Matiz was introduced to the market in 2003. The 2006 model was renamed to Pontiac Matiz G2. It was also sold as Pontiac Matiz and Pontiac G2. The Pontiac G2 was discontinued in Mexico after a short run of 2010 models as the brand was closed by General Motors. The new version was officially launched as the Chevrolet Spark in August 2010, and the Matiz continues to be sold alongside the Spark. An M300-based vehicle is currently in production in Brazil as a replacement for the Chevrolet Celta. In Colombia, the Matiz was imported by Daewoo distributors between 2002 and 2005 and then GM Colmotores began to assemble and sell it branded as Chevrolet Spark. In 2006, a taxi version called 7/24 was launched. In Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Honduras, Panama, Uruguay and Venezuela, it is sold as the Chevrolet Spark. In Argentina, the first generation was sold as the Daewoo Matiz through Daewoo importers. The second generation was sold as Chevrolet Spark through Chevrolet dealers. Since 2011, the third generation is available. In Chile, Ecuador, and Peru, the former version is sold as the Chevrolet Spark, and the latest version as the Chevrolet Spark GT. In Paraguay, it was initially sold as Daewoo Matiz, but from 2008, it is sold through Chevrolet dealers.

In North America, the Spark was initially marketed in three trim levels, 1LS, 1LT, and 2LT, as well as the EV.

In Canada, the Spark has been marketed as the country’s least expensive new car from the 2016 model year, with a starting price of $9,988. For that price, the base Spark does not include air conditioning, and comes with a manual transmission.^[119] It competed with the similarly priced Nissan Micra (until that car’s discontinuation in Canada as of the 2019 model year).

Africa[edit]

In South Africa, General Motors South Africa (GMSA) announced on October 2, 2010, plans to manufacture the new Chevrolet Spark at its Port Elizabeth plant. The second generation Spark is still sold, though branded as a ‘Spark Lite’.

Middle East[edit]

In Iran, the Matiz was produced (first imported and later assembled) and known as Daewoo Matiz. In Israel, UMI (Universal Motors Israel) announced on January 18, 2011, the marketing commencement of the 1.2L Chevrolet Spark model.

Australasia[edit]

Within Australia and New Zealand, the Spark was sold through the Holden brand. Sales commenced in February 2016, with two specifications launched. The LS was the base specification, which features steel wheels, central locking as well as Holden’s MyLink infotainment system. Building upon the LS, the LT adds 15 inch alloy wheels, keyless entry and a rear view camera.^[120]

With light car sales decreasing in Australia, Holden announced in April 2018 that they would discontinue the Spark in Australia. Although, it continued to be sold in New Zealand until the demise of the Holden brand in 2020.^[121][122]

Sales[edit]

Year	United States	South Korea	Europe[123]	Mexico[124]
Matiz/Spark	Spark	Spark EV	Beat	Matiz
1999			90,524
2000			104,481
2001			69,106
2002			58,640
2003			50,539
2004			79,409
2005			73,189
2006			61,456
2007			67,352
2008			65,562
2009			78,748
2010			73,769
2011			65,205
2012	12,385[125]		46,562	23,107			16,048
2013	34,130[125]		37,268	29,505			16,481
2014	39,159[126]		10,138	36,479			21,362
2015	32,853[126]		479	42,827	2		23,786
2016	35,511[127]		96	74,075	3
2017	22,589[127]	47,244[128]	2	46,990		40,220
2018	23,602[129]	39,868[130]	3	9,690		70,656
2019	31,281[129]	35,513[130]	—	10,243		69,114
2020	33,478[131]	28,935[132]	—	5,463		41,782
2021	24,459[133]	17,975[134]	—	3,562		19,265
2022	13,710[135]	10,963[136]	—	107

See also[edit]

• Opel Karl

Notes[edit]

References[edit]

External links[edit]

• Official website

Chevrolet Spark
Overview
Manufacturer	Daewoo Motors (1998–2002) GM Daewoo (2002–2011) GM Korea (2011–2022)
Production	1998–2022
Body and chassis
Class	City car (A)
Body style	5-door hatchback
Layout	Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
Chronology
Predecessor	Daewoo Tico

The Chevrolet Spark (Korean: 쉐보레 스파크) is a city car manufactured by General Motors’s subsidiary GM Korea from 1998 to 2022. The vehicle was initially developed by Daewoo and was introduced in 1998 as the Daewoo Matiz (Korean: 대우 마티즈). In 2002, General Motors purchased Daewoo Motors, which had the vehicle being marketed with several GM marques and nameplates.

The third generation was predominantly marketed under its Chevrolet brand, including in North America as the Chevrolet Spark and in Australia and New Zealand as the Holden Spark Barina. The fourth generation was launched in 2015, and also known as the Holden Spark in Australia and New Zealand.^[1] It also serves as the basis for the Opel Karl in Europe,^[2] Vauxhall Viva in the UK,^[3][4] and VinFast Fadil in Vietnam, the latter being manufactured under license.

A limited-production all-electric version, the Chevrolet Spark EV, was released in the U.S. in selected markets in California and Oregon in June 2013. The Spark EV was the first all-electric passenger car marketed by General Motors since the EV1 was discontinued in 1999, and the first ever offered for retail sale by GM (the EV1 was available only on lease).^[5][6]

In the South Korean market, the Spark complies with South Korean «light car» (Korean: 경차, romanized: Gyeongcha) regulations, which regulate overall vehicle dimensions and engine capacity with tax and parking fee benefits.^[7]

Production of the Spark at the Changwon, South Korea assembly plant ended in 2022. The plant would instead produce the second-generation Trax.^[8]

First generation (M100, M150; 1998)[edit]

First generation (M100, M150)
Overview
Also called	Daewoo Matiz Chevrolet Matiz UzDaewoo Matiz (Uzbekistan) Ravon Matiz (Russia) Formosa Matiz (Taiwan)[9] FSO Matiz (Poland) Pontiac Matiz (México) Pontiac G2 (México) Chevrolet Lechi (China) Baojun Lechi (China) Chevrolet Exclusive (Pakistan) Chevrolet Joy (Pakistan) Chevrolet Taxi 7:24 Chronos (Colombia)
Production	1998–2005 (South Korea) 1998–2007 (M100, Poland) 1998–2008 (M100, Romania) 1998–2002 (India) 2001-2018 (Uzbekistan) 2010–2016 (China)
Assembly	South Korea: Changwon Uzbekistan: Asaka (UzDaewoo) Poland: Warsaw (FSO)[10] Romania: Craiova (Rodae) Iran: Kerman (Kerman Khodro) China: Liuzhou, Guangxi (SAIC-GM-Wuling) India: Surajpur (Daewoo India) Pakistan: Karachi (Nexus) Taiwan: Taipei (Formosa)[11] Vietnam: Hanoi (VIDAMCO)
Designer	Fabrizio Giugiaro at Italdesign[12]
Body and chassis
Body style	5-door hatchback 5-door panel van
Related	Daewoo Tico Chery QQ3
Powertrain
Engine	Petrol: 0.8 L S-TEC I3 1.0 L S-TEC I4 1.2 L P-TEC I4 (China)
Transmission	five-speed manual three-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,340 mm (92.1 in)
Length	3,495 mm (137.6 in)
Width	1,495 mm (58.9 in)
Height	1,485 mm (58.5 in)
Curb weight	853 kilograms (1,881 lb) (1998)[13]

M100 (1998–2000)[edit]

The production of Daewoo Matiz started in 1998, and it was marketed in South Korea and many European markets, internally designated the M100. The exterior design is based on the Lucciola, a 1993 Fiat Cinquecento concept by Fabrizio Giugiaro at Italdesign, which had been rejected by Fiat.^[14] The 0.8-litre gasoline engine and the transmission were carryovers from the Daewoo Tico, but it now uses a multipoint fuel injection system.^[15] Engineering was carried out at Daewoo’s Worthing Technical Centre in England. The car became the best selling Daewoo model in Europe and in India for the next four years.^[16]

It was developed on the basis of the Daewoo Tico, version under license of the Suzuki Alto, with which both Tico and Matiz share mechanicals and suspensions. From this origin derives its characteristic narrow width, imposed by the Japanese kei car tax category.

The Matiz was originally launched with just a 0.8-litre straight-three engine. It developed a maximum power of 51 hp (38 kW) and a maximum torque of 68.5 N⋅m (51 lb⋅ft), and had a combined consumption of 6.4 L/100 km (44 mpg_‑imp). It had a top speed of 144 km/h (89 mph) and could reach 100 km/h (62 mph) in 17 seconds.^[15] This engine was developed from the Tico unit by Tickford, a UK company based in Milton Keynes. The Tickford connection was acknowledged in the brochures distributed in UK showrooms.

It was released with three trim levels: E, S, and SE. The latter had air conditioning, wheel covers, body-colored bumpers, rear spoiler, fog lights, and a stereo, with optional features such as roof rails, power steering, central locking, electric front windows, antilock brakes, and driver airbag.^[17] In certain markets, it was also available with an automatic transmission.

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  Daewoo Matiz (M100; pre-facelift)

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  Interior (M100; pre-facelift)

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  FSO Matiz

M150 (2000–2005)[edit]

This facelift was designed at Daewoo’s Worthing Technical Centre in England, and introduced in South Korea in late 2000, and exported from 2001. The front-end structure was modified to accommodate a four-cylinder engine, although the introduction of this engine, the 1.0-litre S-Tec unit, was delayed until after Daewoo’s takeover by General Motors in 2002.

The M150 is still produced by GM-Uzbekistan (previously UzDaewooAuto) in Uzbekistan. The car was launched to the Russian market as the Ravon Matiz in 2016, but was soon discontinued.^[18] In South Korea and Japan this updated Matiz was sold under the name Daewoo Matiz II.

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  Facelifted M150-series Daewoo Matiz

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  Facelifted M150-series Daewoo Matiz

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  Chevrolet Matiz

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  Formosa (FAC) Matiz

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  Pontiac Matiz

Lechi (China)[edit]

In China, the car was marketed as the Chevrolet Lechi. It remained in production until 2012, when an updated version was introduced as the Baojun Lechi. It is to be offered under both Chevrolet and Baojun brands during a transition period.^[19] The Lechi has also received certain powertrain updates, making the car economical enough to qualify for a subsidy and a tax break from the Chinese government.^[19]

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  2007 Chevrolet Lechi

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  2009 Chevrolet Lechi

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  2014 Baojun Lechi

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  2010 Chevrolet Lechi Cross

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  2015 Baojun Lechi Cross

Safety[edit]

Euro NCAP test results for a RHD, 5five-door hatchback variant on a 2000 registration:

Test[20]	Score	Points
Overall:	N/A	N/A
Adult occupant:		19
Child occupant:	N/A	N/A
Pedestrian:		15
Safety assist:	N/A	N/A

Engines[edit]

It featured a range of three petrol engines, which had these specifications:

Model	Engine	Displacement	Power	Torque	0–100 km/h (0-62 mph)	Top speed	CO2 emissions	Notes
0.8	I3	796 cc	51 PS (38 kW; 50 hp)	69 N⋅m (51 lb⋅ft) at 4,200 rpm	17.0 s	144 km/h (89 mph)	161 g/km
1.0	I4	995 cc	63 PS (46 kW; 62 hp)	87 N⋅m (64 lb⋅ft) at 4,300 rpm	14.2 s	155 km/h (96 mph)	157 g/km	introduced in 2002
1.2	I4	1,206 cc	86 PS (63 kW; 85 hp)	108 N⋅m (80 lb⋅ft) at 4,000 rpm	13.9 s	160 km/h (99 mph)		China, from 2009

Copying controversy[edit]

The Chery QQ3, then known as the Chery QQ, became the center of an industrial copyright and intellectual rights controversy, as GM claimed the car was a copy of the Daewoo Matiz. GM executives demonstrated the extent of the design duplication, noting for example that the doors of the QQ and those of the Spark are interchangeable^[21] without modification.

GM China Group indicated the two vehicles «shared remarkably identical body structure, exterior design, interior design, and key components»^[21] MotorAuthority.com^[22] and Car and Driver called the QQ a «carbon copy», while the International Herald Tribune, in a 2005 article, referred to it as a clone.^[23]

The Detroit News reported that «the dispute reflects the confusion, risks, and ambitions in China’s new auto industry, where global carmakers are battling pugnacious upstarts for a piece of what may become the world’s largest auto market.»^[24]

Second generation (M200, M250; 2005)[edit]

Second generation (M200, M250)
Chevrolet Matiz (M200)
Overview
Also called	Daewoo Matiz Classic (South Korea) Chevrolet Matiz Matiz G2 (México) Pontiac Matiz (México) FSO Matiz (Poland) Chevrolet Joy (Pakistan) Chevrolet Taxi 7:24 Chronos Chevrolet Chevytaxi (Colombia)
Production	2005–2009 (South Korea) 2007–2017 (India)
Assembly	South Korea: Changwon Colombia: Bogotá (GM Colombia) India: Halol, Gujarat (GM India) Pakistan: Karachi (Nexus Automotive) Vietnam: Hanoi (VIDAMCO)
Designer	Giorgetto Giugiaro[citation needed]
Body and chassis
Body style	5-door hatchback
Powertrain
Engine	Petrol: 0.8 L S-TEC I3 1.0 L S-TEC I4
Transmission	5-speed manual 4-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,345 mm (92.3 in)
Length	3,495 mm (137.6 in)
Width	1,495 mm (58.9 in)
Height	1,500 mm (59.1 in)

In 2005, the Matiz received substantial modifications (M200), previewed by the Chevrolet M3X concept car shown at 2004 Paris Motor Show. The upper body was revised, based again on a design by Italdesign Giugiaro, the S-Tec engines were updated, and the car’s drag coefficient was lowered, resulting in better fuel economy. The interior was also significantly revised, notably with a centre-mounted instrument cluster. The platform was also revised, with a twist-beam rear suspension system replacing the previous three-link beam axle, and the front suspension using cast, rather than pressed and fabricated lower control arms.

In 2008, the 800 cc engine was revised to fall below the 120 g/km level, thus qualifying for the UK’s £35 road tax band and no London congestion charge.

In Europe, it was marketed under the names Chevrolet Matiz and Chevrolet Spark. In Italy, the LPG version was called Chevrolet Matiz Eco Logic; it was built from 2007 to 2010 in over 60,000 vehicles by BRC Gas Equipment in Cherasco, Cuneo, Italy.

In South Korea, where it was marketed only with an 800 cc engine and following the introduction of M300 Matiz (Matiz Creative), the M200 Matiz was renamed to Matiz Classic
Production reach 2.3 million worldwide during the first 10 years.^[25]

As of 2011, VIDAMCO of Vietnam produces the Matiz M200 as the Chevrolet Spark Lite in complete knock-down (CKD) form at its Hanoi production facility.^[26]

In India, the local manufacturer GM India produced two special editions of this generation — the Chevrolet Spark LPG, a version equipped with a sequential injection-type liquified petroleum gas kit, unveiled on the World Environment Day in New Delhi, and the Chevrolet Spark Muzic, introduced in 2009.

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  Chevrolet Matiz (M200; UK)

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  Daewoo Matiz M250

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  Interior view with the centrally mounted dashboard console

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  Pontiac G2 Matiz

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  2013 Chevrolet Spark Lite (M250; Chile)

Safety[edit]

Euro NCAP test results for a five-door hatchback variant on a 2005 registration:

Test[27]	Score	Points
Overall:	N/A	N/A
Adult occupant:		17
Child occupant:		30
Pedestrian:		13
Safety assist:	N/A	N/A

Engines[edit]

Model	Engine	Displacement	Power	Torque	0–100 km/h (0-62 mph)	Top speed	CO2 emissions	Notes
0.8	I3	796 cc	52 PS (38 kW; 51 hp)	72 N⋅m (53 lb⋅ft) at 4,400 rpm	18.2 s	145 km/h (90 mph)	123 g/km
1.0	I4	995 cc	66 PS (49 kW; 65 hp)	91 N⋅m (67 lb⋅ft) at 4,200 rpm	14.1 s	156 km/h (97 mph)	133 g/km

Third generation (M300; 2009)[edit]

Third generation (M300)
Overview
Also called	Daewoo Matiz Creative (South Korea, 2009–2011) Chevrolet Beat (India and Latin America) Chevrolet ChevyTaxi Plus (Taxi version, Colombia) Holden Barina Spark (Australasia) Ravon R2 (CIS countries and Ukraine)
Production	2009–2015 (South Korea) 2009–present (Uzbekistan) 2010–2020 (India)[28] 2010–2021 (Colombia; hatchback)[29][30] 2018–2022 (Colombia; ChevyTaxi Plus)[31]
Model years	2013–2015 (North America)
Assembly	South Korea: Changwon (GM Korea) India: Talegaon (GM India) South Africa: Port Elizabeth (GM South Africa)[32] Colombia: Bogotá (GM Colombia) Uzbekistan: Asaka (GM Uzbekistan) Vietnam: Hanoi (GM Vietnam)
Designer	Taewan Kim[33]
Body and chassis
Body style	4-door sedan 5-door hatchback
Platform	Global Small Vehicles
Powertrain
Engine	Petrol: 995 cc S-TEC II I4 1,199 cc Smartech II I4[nb 1] 1,206 cc S-TEC II I4 1,249 cc LL0 I4[nb 2] Diesel: 936 cc XSDE I3[nb 1]
Transmission	5-speed Y4M HD manual 4-speed Aisin AW 80-40LE automatic CVT Jatco M4M-CVT7 automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,375 mm (93.5 in)
Length	3,640–3,675 mm (143.3–144.7 in) 3,995 mm (157.3 in) (notchback)
Width	1,597 mm (62.9 in)
Height	1,549–1,551 mm (61.0–61.1 in)
Curb weight	1,070–1,090 kg (2,350–2,400 lb)

The redesigned Matiz (codenamed M300) was launched in 2009 and is based on the 2007 Chevrolet Beat concept car. Although sold globally as the Chevrolet Spark, in India, this model retains the Beat name from the concept car, as the second-generation Spark continues to be sold in this market. In some Latin American markets, the Beat name was also used, while Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico, and Peru received it as the Spark GT. Prior to the 2011 elimination of the Daewoo marque in South Korea, the third-generation Spark was marketed as the Daewoo Matiz Creative.^[34]

GM presented a pre-production version of the Chevrolet Beat carrying the Chevrolet Spark nameplate at the 2009 North American International Auto Show. The production version was announced at that show, but only the Beat concept was shown.^[35]

The production Chevrolet Spark was unveiled at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show.^[36] It became available in Europe in the first quarter of 2010, followed by other markets worldwide, with US sales set to begin in early 2012 for 2013 model year. Production of the car started from December 2009 in Halol, Gujarat, India. It was launched in India in January 2010 as the Chevrolet Beat during Auto Expo in New Delhi.

With the M300, the original Suzuki platform was replaced by GM Global Small Vehicles platform, developed by GM Daewoo engineers.

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  Chevrolet Spark LS+ 1.2 (Germany; pre-facelift)

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  2013 Chevrolet Spark LT 1.2 (UK; pre-facelift)

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  Speedometer

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  Chevrolet Beat concept

Concept[edit]

The Chevrolet Beat concept car was unveiled at the 2007 New York International Auto Show alongside two other concept vehicles, the Trax and the Groove. The Beat is a three-door hatchback concept, derived from the Daewoo Kalos. It was designed by GM Daewoo in South Korea. It is powered by a 1.2 L turbocharged gasoline engine mated to an automatic transmission.^[37]

This version was featured in the Michael Bay movie Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen as Skids, alongside the GM Trax subcompact SUV. The Beat concept sports a Vertigo Green exterior paint job with the same hue carried over to parts of the interior. Its profile is high at the rear and tapering down evenly to the front of the grille. Headlights that appear to extend all the way from the base of the grille to the base of the windshield are LED type. It feature 17-inch wheels with matching green paint of the disc brakes. Twin taillights that extend upward to the back-up lights are also LEDs.

In early 2007, GM conducted a poll testing the relative popularity of the Beat, Trax, and Groove concepts on a Chevrolet website,^[38] with the Beat receiving nearly 50% of the vote, which ultimately determined the car making it into production.

GM displayed a prototype woodie version of the forthcoming Chevrolet Spark for the 2010 Paris Motor Show.^[39]

Facelifts[edit]

The first facelift was revealed at the 2012 Paris Motor Show. It features a redesigned dual-port grille and front bumper, and restyled headlamp covers and fog lamps.^[40] The North American model, launched for the 2013 model year, uses the facelifted styling. The first facelift model was launched in India in February 2014.^[41][42] The facelifted Holden Barina Spark retained the existing front bumper, with its front grille being redesigned.

A second facelift was launched in 2017 for the 2018 year with a design inspired by the fourth-generation Spark (M400). Produced in India and Colombia, it is aimed mainly to developing countries.^[30]

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  Chevrolet Spark LS (US, first facelift)

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  Chevrolet Spark LS (US, first facelift)

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  Chevrolet Spark GT (Chile, second facelift)

Beat sedan/notchback (NB)[edit]

A four-door sedan version was unveiled in a near-production prototype form at the 2016 Auto Expo in India as the Chevrolet Essentia.^[43][44] After GM halted domestic sales in India in 2017, the Essentia was ultimately cancelled for the Indian market. The model was instead exported to Latin America either in finished form or as knock-down kits (to be assembled by GM Colmotores) as the Beat or Beat NB (notchback).

The Beat and its notchback version were discontinued from the Mexican market in early August 2021, giving the production run from 2018 to 2021 model years. The Taxi variant of the Beat Notchback is still available for the Colombian market for the 2022 model year.^[31]

Spark/Beat Activ[edit]

A crossover-styled version is also available in South America as the Chevrolet Spark GT Activ or Chevrolet Beat Activ. The concept version was showcased at the 2016 Auto Expo in India,^[45] however the production version was never sold in India as GM pulled out from the market. The production version is available in several Latin American markets starting from 2018.^[46][47]

Markets[edit]

United States[edit]

The U.S. version of the third-generation Spark went into production on April 16, 2012, and arrived in dealerships in August 2012. Marketed as the Chevrolet Spark, the car uses a special up-stroked version of the «S-TEC» engine (RPO code LL0).

The 2013 Spark was the fastest-selling car in the United States for July 2012, with just 6 days from when they arrived at dealers to when they were sold.^[48]

For 2014, the automatic transmission is a Jatco M4M-CVT7^[49] continuously variable transmission (CVT) and the final drive ratio lowered to 3.75.^[50][51] The CVT gives better fuel mileage overall than the previous 4 speed automatic, and changing the final drive ratio from its previous 4.145^[52][53] reduces engine noise and increases fuel economy on the highway while increasing noise and reducing fuel mileage in the city. Industry sources have commented on the ongoing reliability issues with the Jatco CVT transmissions.^[54]

Domino’s DXP[edit]

The Domino’s DXP (short for «Delivery eXPert») is a version 2015 Spark marketed in the U.S., which was customized by Roush Performance for Domino’s Pizza where it was converted to a revival of a canopy express vehicle which was popular from the 1930s to the 1950s. Based on the mid-level 1LT trim of the Spark, the front and rear passenger seats are removed and replaced with storage compartments that can carry 80 pizzas, two 2-liter bottles of soda, and dipping sauces. The left rear passenger door is converted into a warming oven that can only be unlocked with the key fob or a button within the driver’s door frame. The Spark’s Chevrolet front grille is replaced with a custom-made black front grille with the «Domino’s» logo, as well as a custom lower body kit, and all DXP cars have a custom Domino’s-themed vinyl wrap with a lighted Domino’s roof topper.

Production is limited to less than 200 units and once each car reaches 100,000 miles, it will be retired and returned to Roush, where it will be restored to stock form and sold as a used Spark (all four factory seatbelts and airbags are left fully intact, and covered by plastic panels).^[55][56][57] Despite the intentions of Domino’s to eventually retire the DXP and leave none remaining, several wrecked DXPs have been salvaged by private individuals with the intention of retaining them as rare cars when the rest of the fleet is retired. The situation has resulted in threatened legal action by a Domino’s franchisee.^[58][59]

Europe[edit]

The third-generation Spark was unveiled at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show.^[36] It became available in Europe in the first quarter of 2010. Engine choices include 1.0- and 1.2-litre I4 engines. In Italy there is an LPG version of the Spark called the Chevrolet Spark Eco Logic with BRC Gas Equipment as of the end of 2009. This bi-fuel version is available with the 1.0 and 1.2 engines (both with 16 valves) with 113 to 119 g of CO₂ emissions respectively. While the LPG cars are still available in Italy, in France the LPG versions were only available from 2009 until 2012.

India[edit]

Production of the third-generation, badged as the Beat, started at Halol plant near Ahmedabad in Gujarat in December 15, 2009. It was launched in India on January 5, 2010, during Auto Expo in New Delhi. The Beat was marketed alongside the second-generation Spark, which was offered as a more affordable alternative. The Beat is powered by a 1.2 L S-TEC II engine capable of petrol and LPG, marketed as Smartech II. The engine was destroked from 1,206 cc to 1,199 cc for the Indian market due to lower tax imposed to vehicles with engine displacement under 1,200 cc.

In July 2011, General Motors launched the diesel version of the Beat in India.^[60] The 3-cylinder, 936 cc turbo-diesel engine produces 62.5 PS (46 kW; 62 hp) and 160.26 N⋅m (118 lbf⋅ft) of torque, resulting in good acceleration and pick up. The 1.0 L, 936 cc diesel engine enables the car to reach 100 km/h (62 mph) in 16 seconds and a top speed of 142 km/h (88 mph). Chevrolet Beat Diesel offers mileage of 24 km/L (56 mpg) as per the ARAI test reports. The engine is based on the Fiat Multijet diesel technology.^[61]

GM India was reported to build an electric version of the Spark or Beat with Reva Electric Car Company.^[62] However, after the acquisition of Reva Electric Car Company by Mahindra & Mahindra, GM India dropped the plans, and planned its own electric version.^[63]

In Auto Expo 2016 in February, GM India showcased the four-door sedan version of the Beat as the Chevrolet Essentia,^[43][44] and a crossover-styled concept model as the Beat Activ.^[45] Both models never went on sale in India as Chevrolet ceased sales in the country in 2017, however these models were exported to Latin America until 2021.

Mexico[edit]

In North America, the third-generation Spark was first delivered to GM dealerships in Mexico for the 2012 model year, but did not replace the Chevrolet Matiz (formerly Pontiac G2 Matiz), which was sold until 2014. In 2017, the third-generation Spark received a facelift and was renamed the Chevrolet Beat.

On 5 August 2021, the Beat was discontinued in Mexico due to the Talegaon, India, plant being closed, leaving the Aveo as their entry-level model in said market.^[64]

Philippines[edit]

In the Philippines, the third-generation Spark is equipped with 1.0 L and 1.2 L engines. It has 2 trims; the LS (5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic) and LT (5-speed manual). It was discontinued in 2015.

South Korea[edit]

The car was unveiled in South Korea as the Daewoo Matiz Creative at the 2009 Seoul Motor Show.^[65] The Matiz version was renamed to Matiz Creative. The car has a 1.0 L S-TEC II engine with 4-speed automatic transmission. Sales began on September 1, 2009.^[34] The Groove name used in one of the rejected concepts returned as a trim level.^[66]

In 2011, the Matiz Creative is renamed as Chevrolet Spark, as part of phasing out the Daewoo brand in South Korea, making way for the Chevrolet brand.

Australia[edit]

In Australia, the third-generation Spark was released in October 2010 at the 2010 Australian International Motor Show in Sydney as the MJ series Holden Barina Spark. It was available in two trim levels, CD and CDX. It was discontinued in February 2018 to be replaced by the fourth-generation model.

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  Holden Barina Spark CDX (Australia; pre-facelift)

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  Holden Barina Spark CD (Australia; facelift)

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  Holden Barina Spark CD (Australia; facelift)

Uzbekistan[edit]

The Chevrolet Spark was released in Uzbekistan in August 2010. It was available in three trim levels: L (1.0 L manual), LS (1.0 L manual/auto) and LT (1.2 L manual).

Russia[edit]

The Uzbekistan-made Spark has been sold in Russia as the Ravon R2 since 2016. It was available with the 1.2 L engine and automatic gearbox.^[67]

Safety[edit]

The Korean-made Spark in its most basic Latin American configuration with no airbags and no ABS received 0 stars for adult occupants and 2 stars for toddlers from Latin NCAP in 2014.^[68]

The Indian-made Spark GT in its most basic Latin American configuration with no airbags, no ABS and no ESC received 0 stars for adult occupants and 0 stars for toddlers from Latin NCAP in 2016 (one level above 2010–2015).^[69]

Powertrain[edit]

Model	Engine	Displacement	Power	Torque	0–100 km/h (0-62 mph)	Top speed	CO2 emissions	Notes
Petrol engines
1.0	I4	995 cc	68 PS (50 kW; 67 hp) at 6,400 rpm	93 N⋅m (69 lb⋅ft) at 4,800 rpm	15.5 s	96 mph (154 km/h)	119 g/km
1.2	I4	1,206 cc	81 PS (60 kW; 80 hp) at 6,400 rpm	111 N⋅m (82 lb⋅ft) at 4,800 rpm	12.1 s	102 mph (164 km/h)	119 g/km
1.2	I4	1,199 cc	80.5 PS (59.2 kW; 79.4 hp) at 6,200 rpm	108 N⋅m (80 lb⋅ft) at 4,400 rpm				India only
1.2	I4	1,249 cc	84 hp (62.5 kW) at 6400 rpm	112 N⋅m (83 lb⋅ft) at 4,400 rpm	11.3 s			North America
LPG engines
1.2	I4	1,199 cc	80.04 PS (58.87 kW; 78.95 hp) at 6,400 rpm	104 N⋅m (77 lb⋅ft) at 4,400 rpm				India only
Diesel engines
1.0	I3	936 cc	62.5 PS (46.0 kW; 61.6 hp)	150 N⋅m (111 lb⋅ft) at 1,750 rpm	16.0 s	145 km/h (90 mph)		India only; introduced in 2011

Spark EV[edit]

For Egyptian market Spark EV introduced in 2022, see Wuling Air EV.

Chevrolet Spark EV
Overview
Manufacturer	General Motors
Production	2013–2016
Body and chassis
Body style	5-door hatchback
Layout	Front-motor, front-wheel drive
Platform	Gamma
Powertrain
Electric motor	97 kW (130 bhp)[70] AC Permanent-Magnet Motor
Battery	(MY 2015+) 19 kWh lithium-ion battery by LG Chem[71] MY 2014: 21.3 kWh Lithium iron phosphate by A123, claimed as nano-phosphate Li-ion battery[72]
Electric range	132 km (82 miles) (EPA)[73]
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,375 mm (93.5 in)[74]
Length	3,721 mm (146.5 in)[74]
Width	1,626 mm (64.0 in)[74]
Curb weight	1,356 kg (2,989 lb)[74]
Chronology
Predecessor	General Motors EV1
Successor	Chevrolet Bolt

The Chevrolet Spark EV is a limited production 5-door hatchback battery electric vehicle produced by Chevrolet in 2013–2016. The Spark EV was a compliance car specifically designed to meet the government mandate on automobile manufacturers to increase the penetration of electric automobiles into the fleet of all operating vehicles on the road in certain US states, but was not intended for broad adoption in the broader US market, nor produced and sold in quantities that would meet demand for such vehicles in the open market where no such government rules exist.^[75][76]

In October 2011, General Motors announced the planned production of the Chevrolet Spark EV, with availability limited to select markets starting in 2013.^[77] The production version was unveiled at the November 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show.^[78] Within the framework of GM’s vehicle electrification strategy,^[79] the Spark EV was the first all-electric passenger car marketed by General Motors in the U.S. since the EV1, which had been discontinued in 1999.^[5]

Sales

The Spark EV was released in the U.S. in June 2013, with availability initially limited to the markets in California and Oregon.^[6] The first vehicle was leased to a family in the Studio City neighborhood of Los Angeles.^[80] The electric car went on sale in Maryland in the second quarter of 2015, the first East Coast state where the Spark EV was available.^[81]

Annual sales (US)^[82]

Year	Sales
2013	539
2014	1,145
2015	2,629
2016	3,035
2017	23

As of December 2014, U.S. sales totaled 1,684 units.^[83] In April 2015, GM announced a price cut of US$1,650, to US$25,995 (equivalent to $29,720 in 2021); a new lease deal of US$139 (equivalent to $160 in 2021) per month was also offered simultaneously, along with additional discounts ranging from US$1,000 to 3,500, depending on the state.^[84] Sales jumped by approximately nine times, from an average of 100 per month to 920 in April 2015 alone, in response to the price cut.^[85] The Spark EV was discontinued in December 2016, when Chevrolet began selling the Bolt, which had a much longer range and wider availability.^[86] In total, it was estimated from incentive data that 7,371 Spark EVs were sold or leased to customers in the United States, including a few leftover vehicles in 2017.^[82]

Retail sales of the Spark EV began in South Korea in October 2013.^[87] The Spark was also available in Canada for limited fleet sales starting in 2014.^[88]

Technical

The electric car was initially powered by a 21.3 kWh Lithium iron phosphate battery pack supplied by A123 Systems.^[5][89] In a white-paper, the A123 nanophosphate cathode material was touted as increasing battery life and safety.^[90] In 2014, for the 2015 model year, the battery pack supplier was changed to LG Chem^[71] which resulted in a smaller capacity pack (19 kWh) while maintaining the same EV range,^[91] which was estimated at 82 mi (132 km) under the EPA cycle for all model years. Rated economy was 119 mpg‑e (29 kW⋅h/100 mi) (combined).^[92] The weight of the traction battery was reduced by 86 lb (39 kg) with the move to the smaller pack.^[93] It is carried over the rear axle and is equipped with a liquid thermal management system.^[94]

The Spark EV is equipped with a standard onboard charger that can accept AC power at a maximum rate of 3.3 kW.^[95] When equipped with an optional CCS/SAE Combo Type 1 DC power inlet, the Spark EV can be fast-charged to 80% of capacity in 20 minutes. Using the onboard AC charger, charging time increases to about seven hours using a dedicated 240-volt charging station or about 20 hours using a standard household 120-volt outlet.^[94] It is the first car in the United States to offer a CCS Combo inlet.^[96]

The 2014 production version featured a 97 kW (130 hp) motor, providing 542 N⋅m (400 lb⋅ft) of torque.^[72][97] The electric motor and final drive unit were assembled in GM’s Baltimore Operations plant in White Marsh, then shipped to South Korea where they were fitted to the vehicles.^[98] Alongside the new battery for the 2015 model year, torque output was reduced to 443 N⋅m (327 ft⋅lb) while power rose to 105 kW (141 hp) and the drive ratio was also changed from 3.17 to 3.87.^[94][99]

Fourth generation (M400; 2015)[edit]

Fourth generation (M400)
Chevrolet Spark LT (North America; pre-facelift)
Overview
Also called	Holden Spark (Australasia)[100]
Production	2015–2022
Model years	2016–2022 (North America)
Assembly	South Korea: Changwon (GM Korea)
Body and chassis
Body style	5-door hatchback
Related	Opel Karl//Vauxhall Viva/VinFast Fadil
Powertrain
Engine	Petrol: 1.0 L L5Q I3 1.4 L LV7 I4
Transmission	5-speed manual CVT
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,385 mm (93.9 in)
Length	3,636 mm (143.1 in) 3,595 mm (141.5 in) (South Korea)[101]
Width	1,595 mm (62.8 in)
Height	1,483 mm (58.4 in)
Curb weight	1,019–1,049 kg (2,247–2,313 lb)

The fourth-generation Spark, internally designated M400, was styled under the direction of GM Global Design Chief Michael Simcoe, debuted at the April 2015 New York International Auto Show and went on sale in the fourth quarter of 2015.^[102][103] It was also marketed as the Holden Spark in Australia and New Zealand. A restyled version was marketed as the Opel Karl in Europe, Vauxhall Viva in the UK, and VinFast Fadil in Vietnam (produced under license). These nameplates feature revised instrument panel styling, revised side swaging and a small quarter light in the rear door, displacing the high-mounted rear door handles of the Spark.

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  Rear view

Powertrain[edit]

In North America, at introduction, the fourth-generation Spark is powered by a 1.4-litre, 1,399 cc (85 cu in) LV7 DOHC I4 gasoline engine producing 98 hp (73 kW) and 94 pound-feet (127 N⋅m) torque. The Korean domestic version as well as Opel, Vauxhall and Holden variants used a 1.0 L engine producing 75 hp and 70 pound-feet torque.

Engines

Engine	Displacement	Power	Torque	(0-60)mph	Top speed	Notes
1.0 L	999 cc	75 hp	70 lb-ft	12.4 s	108.74 mph	Korea and EU Only
1.4 L	1399 cc	98 hp	94 lb-ft	11 s

Markets[edit]

United States[edit]

In the United States, the Spark is available in four trim levels: base LS, mid-level 1LT, lifestyle-oriented ACTIV (available starting with the 2017 model year), and top-tier 2LT. Each trim level is available with either a standard five-speed manual transmission, or a continuously variable transmission (CVT).

Mexico[edit]

The Spark was launched for the Mexican market on November 4, 2015, as a 2016 model and only offered in the LT and LTZ trim lines, both of them powered by a 1.4-liter engine.^[104]

2018 facelift[edit]

In 2018, for the 2019 model year, the Spark received a mid-cycle facelift. Changes included a new third-generation seven-inch Chevrolet Infotainment 3 infotainment system, revised exterior styling, optional low-speed autonomous emergency braking (AEB) on selected models, and new exterior color options. In the United States, the facelifted Spark went on sale in the third quarter of 2018 for model year 2019.^[105] For Mexico, the model was facelifted in October 2018 as a 2019 model, discontinuing the LTZ trim line and adding the Premier and Activ trim lines.^[106]

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  Chevrolet Spark 1LT (facelift)

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  Chevrolet Spark 1LT (facelift)

Spark Activ[edit]

For the 2018 model year, GM introduced the Activ trim level between the 1LT and 2LT trims, including leatherette-trimmed seating surfaces, heated front seats, leather-wrapped steering wheel, aluminum-alloy wheels, unique black exterior styling elements, roof rails, rear liftgate badging, and ground clearance increased by 0.4 inches.^[107]

It was never offered for sale in Canada.^[108]

Discontinuation[edit]

Chevrolet discontinued the Spark after the 2022 model year.^[109] Production ceased in August 2022.^[110] The Spark was the United States and Canada’s least expensive new car on sale.^[111] Production for South Korea was scheduled to cease in September 8, 2022.^[112]

Global marketing and manufacture[edit]

Asia[edit]

In India, it was launched in 1999 as the Daewoo Matiz. In 2007, General Motors India launched the Chevrolet M3X concept based third generation, as the Chevrolet Spark. In Japan, the Matiz was sold under the GM Daewoo brand through the Yanase Co., Ltd. dealership network, but was considered a «compact car» due to the length, width and engine displacement exceeding the Kei car regulations. In the Philippines, the Matiz was available during the years 1999–2000 through the grey market. In 2007, it was released under the name Chevrolet Spark. In Pakistan, the car was initially introduced as Chevrolet Exclusive in 2003. From 2005 to 2009 it was manufactured by Nexus Automotive (importers and assemblers of General Motors Korea and Daewoo vehicles in Pakistan) under the name Chevrolet Joy, which has now been replaced by the newer M200 series and is currently sold as the Chevrolet Spark. In Taiwan, the Matiz was sold under the Formosa brand between 2001 and 2009.

Europe[edit]

From 1998 until 2004, the Matiz was sold in Europe under the Daewoo badge.^[113] In 2004, it took the Chevrolet marque,^[114] as well as the other South Korean models of General Motors, such as the Lacetti and Kalos. Since 2000, CKD kits have been supplied to UzDaewooAuto, FSO and Rodae, to be built and sold in Uzbekistan, Poland and Romania respectively. At the beginning of 2005, FSO began marketing the Matiz under their own brand. The Chevrolet Matiz were briefly marketed as the Chevrolet Spark in the UK.^[115][116] The fourth generation was marketed in most of Europe as the Opel Karl and as the Vauxhall Viva in the UK until both were discontinued in 2019.^[117][118]

Americas[edit]

In Mexico, the Matiz was introduced to the market in 2003. The 2006 model was renamed to Pontiac Matiz G2. It was also sold as Pontiac Matiz and Pontiac G2. The Pontiac G2 was discontinued in Mexico after a short run of 2010 models as the brand was closed by General Motors. The new version was officially launched as the Chevrolet Spark in August 2010, and the Matiz continues to be sold alongside the Spark. An M300-based vehicle is currently in production in Brazil as a replacement for the Chevrolet Celta. In Colombia, the Matiz was imported by Daewoo distributors between 2002 and 2005 and then GM Colmotores began to assemble and sell it branded as Chevrolet Spark. In 2006, a taxi version called 7/24 was launched. In Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Honduras, Panama, Uruguay and Venezuela, it is sold as the Chevrolet Spark. In Argentina, the first generation was sold as the Daewoo Matiz through Daewoo importers. The second generation was sold as Chevrolet Spark through Chevrolet dealers. Since 2011, the third generation is available. In Chile, Ecuador, and Peru, the former version is sold as the Chevrolet Spark, and the latest version as the Chevrolet Spark GT. In Paraguay, it was initially sold as Daewoo Matiz, but from 2008, it is sold through Chevrolet dealers.

In North America, the Spark was initially marketed in three trim levels, 1LS, 1LT, and 2LT, as well as the EV.

In Canada, the Spark has been marketed as the country’s least expensive new car from the 2016 model year, with a starting price of $9,988. For that price, the base Spark does not include air conditioning, and comes with a manual transmission.^[119] It competed with the similarly priced Nissan Micra (until that car’s discontinuation in Canada as of the 2019 model year).

Africa[edit]

In South Africa, General Motors South Africa (GMSA) announced on October 2, 2010, plans to manufacture the new Chevrolet Spark at its Port Elizabeth plant. The second generation Spark is still sold, though branded as a ‘Spark Lite’.

Middle East[edit]

In Iran, the Matiz was produced (first imported and later assembled) and known as Daewoo Matiz. In Israel, UMI (Universal Motors Israel) announced on January 18, 2011, the marketing commencement of the 1.2L Chevrolet Spark model.

Australasia[edit]

Within Australia and New Zealand, the Spark was sold through the Holden brand. Sales commenced in February 2016, with two specifications launched. The LS was the base specification, which features steel wheels, central locking as well as Holden’s MyLink infotainment system. Building upon the LS, the LT adds 15 inch alloy wheels, keyless entry and a rear view camera.^[120]

With light car sales decreasing in Australia, Holden announced in April 2018 that they would discontinue the Spark in Australia. Although, it continued to be sold in New Zealand until the demise of the Holden brand in 2020.^[121][122]

Sales[edit]

Year	United States	South Korea	Europe[123]	Mexico[124]
Matiz/Spark	Spark	Spark EV	Beat	Matiz
1999			90,524
2000			104,481
2001			69,106
2002			58,640
2003			50,539
2004			79,409
2005			73,189
2006			61,456
2007			67,352
2008			65,562
2009			78,748
2010			73,769
2011			65,205
2012	12,385[125]		46,562	23,107			16,048
2013	34,130[125]		37,268	29,505			16,481
2014	39,159[126]		10,138	36,479			21,362
2015	32,853[126]		479	42,827	2		23,786
2016	35,511[127]		96	74,075	3
2017	22,589[127]	47,244[128]	2	46,990		40,220
2018	23,602[129]	39,868[130]	3	9,690		70,656
2019	31,281[129]	35,513[130]	—	10,243		69,114
2020	33,478[131]	28,935[132]	—	5,463		41,782
2021	24,459[133]	17,975[134]	—	3,562		19,265
2022	13,710[135]	10,963[136]	—	107

See also[edit]

• Opel Karl

Notes[edit]

References[edit]

External links[edit]

• Official website

Daewoo Matiz

Class	City car
Manufacturer	GM Korea
Production	1998–present
Predecessor	Daewoo Tico
Body style	5-door hatchback
Layout	FF layout

The Daewoo Matiz is a city car produced by the South Korean automaker GM Korea, marketed worldwide since 1998 when it replaced the Daewoo Tico. It is available solely as a five-door hatchback with two engine configurations. The Matiz was originally designed by Italdesign Giugiaro, and has received two facelifts. Various generations of the car have been sold under both Daewoo and various GM brands, and have been manufactured and marketed under license agreements by local automakers in several countries. The Matiz was built since 1998 and has sold over 2.3 million units^[1] in the world.

First generation

First generation (M100 & M150)

Daewoo Matiz M100 Daewoo Matiz M150
Also called	Chevrolet Matiz Chevrolet Spark FSO Matiz Pontiac Matiz Pontiac G2 Chevrolet Exclusive Chevrolet Joy Formosa Matiz (Taiwan)[2] Chevrolet Taxi 7:24 Chronos GM Daewoo Matiz II (Japan)
Production	1998–2001 (Matiz M100) 2000–present (Matiz M150)
Assembly	Changwon, South Korea Asaka, Uzbekistan (UzDaewoo) Warsaw, Poland (FSO)[3] Craiova, Romania (Rodae) Hanoi, Vietnam (VIDAMCO) Halol, Gujarat, India Karachi, Pakistan Taipei, Taiwan[4]
Body style	5-door hatchback 5-door panel van
Engine	0.8L S-TEC I3 petrol 1.0L S-TEC I4 petrol
Transmission	5-speed manual
Wheelbase	2,340 mm (92.1 in)
Length	3,495 mm (137.6 in)
Width	1,495 mm (58.9 in)
Height	1,485 mm (58.5 in)
Related	Italdesign Lucciola
Designer	Giorgetto Giugiaro (M100)

M100 (1998–2001)

The production of Daewoo Matiz started in 1998 and it was sold in South Korea and many European markets with the code name M100. The exterior design is based on the Lucciola, a Fiat Cinquecento concept by Italdesign Giugiaro^[5] which had been rejected by Fiat. The 0.8-litre gasoline engine and the transmission were carryovers from the Daewoo Tico. Engineering was carried out at Daewoo’s Worthing Technical Centre in England. The car became the best selling Daewoo model in Europe and in India for the next four years.^{[citation needed]}

The Matiz was originally launched with just a 0.8 L 3-cylinder engine. This engine was developed from the Tico unit by Tickford, a UK company based in Milton Keynes. The Tickford connection was acknowledged in the brochures distributed in UK showrooms.

Copying controversy

Also marketed in China as the Chevrolet Spark, the Matiz has been at the center of an industrial rights controversy ever since a very similar car, the Chery QQ, had been introduced by local manufacturer Chery Automobile.

GM sued Chery, alleging piracy of the Spark design, and proving the extent of the copy in that the doors of the Chery QQ and Chevy/Chevrolet Spark were completely interchangeable. GM China Group indicated the two vehicles «shared remarkably identical body structure, exterior design, interior design and key components.» MotorAuthority.com called the QQ a «carbon copy.» The International Herald Tribune in a 2005 article, referred to the QQ as a clone.

Putting the controversy in important context, the Detroit News reported that «the dispute reflects the confusion, risks and ambitions in China’s new auto industry, where global carmakers are battling pugnacious upstarts for a piece of what may become the world’s largest auto market.

M150 (2000–present)

It was designed at Daewoo’s Worthing Technical Centre in England and introduced in South Korea in late 2000, and exported from 2001. The front-end structure was modified to accommodate a 4-cylinder engine, although the introduction of this engine, the 1.0-litre S-Tec unit was delayed until after Daewoo’s takeover by General Motors in 2002.

M150 is still produced by UzDaewooAuto in Uzbekistan.

In Japan it was sold under the name GM Daewoo Matiz II.

Safety

Euro NCAP test results for a RHD, 5-door hatchback variant on a 2000 registration:

Test[6]	Score	Points
Overall:	N/A	N/A
Adult occupant:		19
Child occupant:	N/A	N/A
Pedestrian:		15
Safety assist:	N/A	N/A

Engine

Petrol engine
Model	Engine	Displacement	Power	Torque	0–100 km/h	Top speed	Note	CO2 emission (g/km)
0.8	I3	796 cc	51 PS (38 kW; 50 hp)	69 N·m (51 lb·ft) @4200 rpm	17.0 s	144 km/h (89 mph)		161
1.0	I4	995 cc	63 PS (46 kW; 62 hp)	87 N·m (64 lb·ft) @4300 rpm	14.2 s	155 km/h (96 mph)	introduced in 2002	157

Second generation

Second generation (M200 & M250)

Chevrolet Matiz M200 Daewoo Matiz M250
Also called	Daewoo Matiz Classic (South Korea) Chevrolet Matiz Chevrolet Matiz Eco Logic (Italy) Chevrolet Taxi 7:24 Chronos Chevrolet Spark Chevrolet Joy Pontiac Matiz G2 Pontiac Matiz FSO Matiz
Production	2005–2007 (Matiz M200) 2007–present (Matiz M250)
Assembly	Changwon, South Korea Karachi, Pakistan Halol, Gujarat, India Hanoi, Vietnam (VIDAMCO)
Body style	5-door hatchback
Engine	0.8L S-TEC I3 petrol 1.0L S-TEC I4 petrol
Transmission	5-speed manual 4-speed automatic
Wheelbase	2,345 mm (92.3 in)
Length	3,495 mm (137.6 in)
Width	1,495 mm (58.9 in)
Height	1,500 mm (59.1 in)
Designer	Giorgetto Giugiaro (M200)

In 2005 the Matiz received substantial modifications (M200), previewed by the Chevrolet M3X concept car shown at 2004 Paris Motor Show. The upper body was significantly revised based again on a design from Italdesign Giugiaro, the S-Tec engines were updated and the car’s drag coefficient was lowered, resulting in better fuel economy. The interior was also significantly revised, one notable feature of this car being its centre-mounted instrument cluster. The platform was also revised, with a twist-beam rear suspension system replacing the previous 3-link beam axle, and the front suspension making use of cast, rather than pressed and fabricated, lower control arms.

In 2008, the 800cc engine was revised to fall below the 120g/km level, thus qualifying for the UK’s £35 road tax band and no London congestion charge.

In Europe it was sold under the names Chevrolet Matiz and Chevrolet Spark. In Italy existed the LPG version called Chevrolet Matiz Eco Logic. The Matiz Eco Logic was built from 2007 to 2010 in over 60,000 vehicles by BRC Gas Equipment in Cherasco, Cuneo (Italy).

In South Korea, where it was sold only with a 800 cc engine and following the introduction of M300 Matiz (Matiz Creative), the M200 Matiz was renamed to Matiz Classic.

As of 2011, VIDAMCO of Vietnam produces the Matiz M200 as the Chevrolet Spark in complete knock-down (CKD) form at its Hanoi production facility.^[7]

Chevrolet Spark LPG was a version for the Indian market with Sequential Injection-type LPG kit. Available models include 1.0L PS and 1.0L LS. The car was unveiled on World Environment Day in New Delhi.

Chevrolet Spark Muzic Special Edition (2009–) was a version of Chevrolet Spark for the Indian market.

Safety

Euro NCAP test results for a 5-door hatchback variant on a 2005 registration:

Test[8]	Score	Points
Overall:	N/A	N/A
Adult occupant:		17
Child occupant:		30
Pedestrian:		13
Safety assist:	N/A	N/A

Engine

Petrol engine
Model	Engine	Displacement	Power	Torque	0–100 km/h	Top speed	Note	CO2 emission (g/km)
0.8	I3	796 cc	52 PS (38 kW; 51 hp)	72 N·m (53 lb·ft) @4400 rpm	18.2 s	145 km/h (90 mph)		123
1.0	I4	995 cc	66 PS (49 kW; 65 hp)	91 N·m (67 lb·ft) @4200 rpm	14.1 s	156 km/h (97 mph)		133

Third generation

Third generation (M300)

Chevrolet Spark M300
Also called	Daewoo Matiz Creative (South Korea) Chevrolet Spark Chevrolet Spark GT (Chile, Ecuador and Colombia) Chevrolet Spark Eco Logic (Italy) Chevrolet Beat (India) Holden Barina Spark (Australia) Chevrolet Spark (Uzbekistan)
Production	2009–present
Assembly	Changwon, South Korea Talegaon, Maharashtra, India Asaka, Uzbekistan
Body style	5-door hatchback
Platform	GM Gamma II
Engine	1.0L S-TEC II I4 petrol 1.2L S-TEC II I4 petrol 1.0L TCDi I3 diesel (India)
Transmission	5-speed manual 4-speed automatic
Wheelbase	2,375 mm (93.5 in)
Length	3,640 mm (143.3 in)
Width	1,597 mm (62.9 in)
Height	1,551 mm (61.1 in)

The redesigned Matiz (codenamed M300) is based on the Chevrolet Beat concept car.

Concept

The Chevrolet Beat was unveiled at the 2007 New York International Auto Show alongside two other concept vehicles, the Trax and the Groove. The Beat is a front-drive, three-door hatchback concept, derived from the Daewoo Kalos. It was built in India, and designed by GM Daewoo in South Korea. It is powered by a 1.2 L turbocharged gasoline engine mated to an automatic transmission.^[9]

The Beat concept sports a Vertigo Green exterior paint job with the same hue carried over to parts of the interior. Its profile is high at the rear and tapering down evenly to the front of the grille. Headlights that appear to extend all the way from the base of the grille to the base of the windshield are LED-type. Oversize 17 inch wheels barely hide the matching green paint of disc brakes. Twin taillights that extend upward to the back-up lights are also LED’s.

In early 2007, GM conducted a poll testing the relative popularity of the Beat, Trax and Groove concepts on a Chevrolet website,^[10] with the Beat receiving nearly 50% of the vote, which ultimately determined the car making it into production. This car was designed to appeal to young car buyers in urban markets, infusing the energy, diversity and excitement of urban life into a car that would deliver good-looking fun, fuel economy and value.

Production

GM presented a pre-production version of the Chevrolet Beat carrying the Chevrolet Spark nameplate at the 2009 North American International Auto Show. The production version was announced at the 2009 North American International Auto Show, but only the Beat concept was shown at the time.^[11] The production Chevrolet Spark was unveiled at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show.^[12] It became available in Europe in the first quarter of 2010, followed by other markets worldwide, with US sales set to begin in early 2012. Commercial production of a 5-door Chevrolet Beat started from December 15, 2009, in Halol, Gujarat, India. It was launched in India on January 5, 2010, during Auto Expo New Delhi, India.

The GM Daewoo Matiz version was unveiled in Seoul Motor Show 2009.^[13]

The Holden version, named Barina Spark, was revealed at the 2010 Australian International Motor Show in Sydney in October. A photo was revealed on October 8.

The Auto platform was replaced by GM Gamma platform, developed by GM Daewoo engineers.

Chevrolet Beat Diesel: General Motors has launched the diesel version of Chevrolet Beat in the Indian auto market on 25th of July 2011.^[14] The 3-cylinder, 936 cc turbodiesel engine churns the maximum power of 62.5 PS, with a highway mileage of 24 km/l. The engine is based on the Fiat Multijet diesel technology.^[15]

Regional variations

• Europe: engine choices include 1.0 and 1.2-litre I4 engines. In Italy there exists a variant of the Spark called the Chevrolet Spark Eco Logic that was built by BRC Gas Equipment from the end of 2009. This low emission version has a dual power LPG engine 1.0 and 1.2 16V with 113 to 119 g of CO₂ emission.

• India: production of the New Spark has started at Halol Plant near Ahmedabad in Gujarat, India. Initially the car will be Sold in India and Far eastern countries. The current spark will be sold as the Spark classic. GM India was reported to build an electric version of Chevrolet Spark with Reva Electric Car Company.^[16]

• South Korea: the Matiz version was renamed to Matiz Creative. The global car includes 1,000 cc (1.0 L; 61 cu in) S-TEC II engine with 4-speed automatic transmission. Sales began in 2009-09-01.^[17] The Groove name used in one of the rejected concepts returned as a trim level.^[18]

• Australia: the Spark was released in October 2010 as the Holden Barina Spark. It comes in two guises; CD and CDX.

• Uzbekistan: Chevrolet Spark was released on August 26, 2010. It comes in three trim levels: L (1.0L MT), LS (1.0L MT/AT) and LT (1.2L MT).

Engines

Model	Engine	Displacement	Power	Torque	0–100 km/h	Top speed	Note	CO2 emission (g/km)
Petrol engines
1.0	I4	995 cc	68 PS (50 kW; 67 hp) @6400 rpm	93 N·m (69 lb·ft) @4800 rpm	15.5 s	96 mph (154 km/h)		119
1.2	I4	1206 cc	81 PS (60 kW; 80 hp) @6400 rpm	111 N·m (82 lb·ft) @4800 rpm	12.1 s	102 mph (164 km/h)		119
Diesel engine
1.0	I3	936 cc	62.5 PS (46 kW; 62 hp)	150 N·m (111 lb·ft) @1750 rpm			India only; introduced in 2011

Spark EV

In October 2011, General Motors announced the production of the Chevrolet Spark EV, an all-electric version of the Chevy Spark, with sales planned to begin in select U.S. and global markets beginning in 2013 in low volumes.^[19][20]

In popular culture

The Chevrolet Beat concept car served as the alternate mode for the Autobot known as Skids in the film Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen and Transformers: Dark of the Moon and Mudflap from Transformers: Dark of the Moon.^[21]

Global marketing and manufacture

Asia

• In India, it was launched in 1999 as the Daewoo Matiz. In 2007, General Motors India launched the Chevrolet M3X concept based third generation, as the Chevrolet Spark.

• In Japan, the Matiz was sold under the GM Daewoo brand.

• In the Philippines, the Matiz was available during the years 1999–2000 through the Grey Market. In 2007, it was released under the name Chevrolet Spark.

• In Pakistan, the car was initially introduced as Chevrolet Exclusive in 2003. From 2005–2009 it was manufactured by Nexus Automotive under the name Chevrolet Joy, which has now been replaced by the newer M200 series and is currently sold as the Chevrolet Spark.

Europe

• From 1998 until 2004, the Matiz was sold in Europe under the Daewoo badge.^[22] In 2004, it took the Chevrolet marque,^[23] as well as the other South Korean models of General Motors, such as the Lacetti and Kalos.

• Since 2000, CKD kits have been supplied UzDaewooAuto, FSO and Rodae, to be built and sold in Uzbekistan, Poland and Romania respectively. At the beginning of 2005, the Polish Matiz started to be sold under the marque FSO (FSO Matiz), which obtained autonomy. New models of Matiz were sold as Chevrolet Spark.

The Americas

• In Mexico, the Matiz was introduced to the market in 2003. The 2006 model was renamed to Pontiac Matiz G2. It was also sold as Pontiac Matiz and Pontiac G2. The Pontiac G2 was discontinued in Mexico after a short run of 2010 models as the brand fades. The new version was officially launched as Chevrolet Spark in August 2010.

• A M300-based vehicle is currently in production in Brazil as a replacement for the Chevrolet Celta.

• In the Dominican Republic it is sold as the Chevy Spark.

• In Colombia, the Matiz was imported by Daewoo distributors between 2002 and 2005 and then GM Colmotores began to assemble and sell it branded as Chevrolet Spark. In 2006, a taxi version called 7/24 was launched. In July 2010, GM Colmotores began to assemble and sell The Chevrolet «Spark GT» 5 doors known in other countries as the Chevrolet Beat.

• In Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Honduras, Costa Rica, Panama, Uruguay and Venezuela it is sold as the Chevrolet Spark.

• In Argentina the first generation was sold as the Daewoo Matiz through Daewoo importers. The second generation was sold as Chevrolet Spark through Chevrolet dealers. Since 2011 the third generation is available.

• In Chile the former version is sold as the Chevrolet Spark, and the latest version as the Chevrolet Spark GT.

• In Perú it is sold as the Chevrolet Spark GT.

• In Paraguay, it was initially sold as Daewoo Matiz, but from 2008 it is sold through Chevrolet dealers.

• The M300 version is expected to be sold in the United States and Canada as the Chevrolet Spark beginning in 2012.

Africa

• In South Africa, General Motors South Africa (GMSA) announced on 2 October 2010, plans to manufacture the new Chevrolet Spark at its Port Elizabeth plant. The second generation Spark is still sold, though branded as a ‘Spark Lite’.

Middle East

• In Israel, UMI (Universal Motors Israel) announced on 18 January 2011 the marketing commencement of the 1.2L Chevrolet Spark model.

See also

• Chevrolet Spark EV

References

v · d · e Daewoo Motors and GM Daewoo automobile timeline, 1980s–2011
Type	1980s	1990s	2000s	2010s
0	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	0	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	0	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	0	1
City			Tico	Matiz	Matiz Creative
Subcompact		Maepsy-Na	LeMans	Cielo	Lanos	Kalos	Gentra & GentraX
Compact			Nubira	Lacetti	Lacetti Premiere
Mid-size		Espero	Leganza	Magnus	Tosca
Royale Series	Prince & Brougham
	Imperial	Arcadia
Full-size			Chairman		Statesman	Veritas
Roadster				G2X
Compact MPV			Tacuma
Compact SUV			Korando
Crossover SUV				Winstorm / Winstorm MaXX
Large SUV			Musso

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By Palmman , January 12, in Курилка. Типа вечной памяти данного господина Поскольку к художнику Матиссу сие произведение автоискусства вряд ли имеет отношение Тоже задавался этим вопросом. Тока что позвонил в Уз-Дэу на Дубининской сказали что это аббревиатура из итальянских слов типа любовь, добрый, быстрый и тд. Но говорят, что это точно аббревиатура итальянских слов. Я поняла!!! Может, Лебедев-то не просто так придумал слоган «Моя маленькая любовь»?

А это так и звучит по-итальянски: типа «Мио Аморе Хотя, конечно, по-итальянски «маленький » это «пикколо». Буквы такой нет. Но Лебедев мог просто оттолкнуться от каких-то слов в аббревиатуре.

И родить хороший, трогательный слоган. Вообще, интересно. Надо полазить в русско-итальянском словаре. Чет-то по звучанию это слово на корейское никак не похоже. Совсем никак. Скорее, на французское.

У корейцев все больше слова типа «че, минь, дань, мань, сунь, йонг, шмонг» :cry:. Остаеться только поблагодарить узкоглазых братьев за то, что не назвали нашу автомобильку «Хвань Шмонг», «Инь хуаньг» или чем то в это роде :cry:.

Я считаю что Матиз не означает ничего. В последнее время наметилась тенденция придумывать названия так что бы они звучали благозвучно в тех странах где будут продаваться. Получается — Вселенная Матиз:oops:красиво. Поискал по форуму, такого обсуждения не нашел Видимо плохо искал, что-то не верится, что тут не было обсуждения подобного вопроса Если было, дайте ссылочку, плз. С другой стороны, как-то раз подвозил начальника-итальянца, так он, увидев мою машинку, воскликнул по итальянски, видимо : «О, мАтиз».

Я, лично, склоняюсь к мАтизу Интересно, что по этому поводу думают корейцы или, хотя бы, узбеки? You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Paste as plain text instead. Only 75 emoji are allowed.

Display as a link instead. Clear editor. Upload or insert images from URL. Курилка Search In. Reply to this topic Start new topic. Prev 1 2 Next Page 1 of 2. Recommended Posts. Report post. Posted January 12, Расскажите :cry:. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites. Может, такое что-то? По моему, в какой-то из статей говорилось, что Матиз — это «стремительный» по-корейски. Ну вот попытался пошустрить в сети и напоролся еще на вариант: «Matiz можно перевести с испанского как «приятное чувство».

Вполне точное определение». Колесо «Компания» , Игорь Комаров, Posted January 15, Posted January 16, Posted January 20, Видел заводской русскоязычный видеоролик про Матиз.

Диктор сообщил, что Матиз означает типа — порыв души, ветра или чего, я не понял Posted March 28, Posted June 30, Posted October 27, В Москве слышал только «матИз». Posted October 28, То есть младшенький.

Видел в какой-то статье в сети. Интересно, а как шевролетовский аппарат переводится :shock:. Palmman, искра. Join the conversation You can post now and register later. Reply to this topic Go To Topic Listing.

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By Palmman , January 12, in Курилка.

Следом за японцами южнокорейцы решили в своей стране создать такой же небольшой и компактный городской автомобиль. По просторности салона Daewoo Matiz обогнал многих одноклассников:. Отказ любого подлежащего мониторингу со стороны блока самодиагностики компонента фиксируется в памяти модуля в виде соответствующего пятизначного кода, считывание которого может быть произведено при помощи специального сканера см. Каждый контактный разъем окрашен в индивидуальный цвет, что исключает вероятность неправильного подсоединения электропроводки при установке ЕСМ. Про поездки на дальняк скажу так, у меня отец 4 года подряд на матизе ездил в отпуск в Московскую обл. Презентацию концепт-кара провели не где-нибудь, а на Франкфуртском автосалоне, где автомобиль смог произвести на присутствующих самое благоприятное впечатление. После этого в самом конце года, в Корее, компания Daewoo приступила к массовому производству первого поколения Matiz, которая имела название М И опять автомобиль получил полное одобрение.

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Как переводится слово Матиз

Слово Matiz складывается из заглавных букв слов:

Marvel — чудо,
Attraction — приятный,
Tiny — малютка,
Infatuate — удивительный,
Zoom – быстрый

Matiz — ist ein deutsches Produzententeam bestehend aus Hayo Panarinfo, Ingo Hauss und Helmut Hoinkis, die seit Beginn der 80er Jahre verschiedene Synthie Pop Dance Acts betreuten. Kommerziell am erfolgreichsten waren sie mit U96, deren Single Das Boot… … Deutsch Wikipedia

matiz — sustantivo masculino 1. Cada uno de los distintos grados o tonos de un color: los diversos matices del azul. 2. Rasgo que da a una cosa un carácter determinado: La reunión tiene un matiz político. 3. Aspecto de especial color >Diccionario Salamanca de la Lengua Española

matiz — Tonal >Diccionario médico

matiz — s. f. 1. Conjunto de cores diversas bem combinadas. 2. Cada uma das gradações de uma cor. 3. Beleza de color >Dicionário da Língua Portuguesa

matiz — (De matizar). 1. m. Rasgo poco perceptible que da a algo un carácter determinado. 2. Unión de diversos colores mezclados con proporción. 3. Cada una de las gradaciones que puede recibir un color sin perder el nombre que lo distingue de los demás … Diccionario de la lengua española

Matiz — ► sustantivo masculino 1 Rasgo o característica que permite apreciar dentro de un mismo color una diferencia de grado, intens >Enciclopedia Universal

matiz — <<＃>><><<〓>> <> <<［>>matiz<<］>> ‹ma·tiz› <<《>>▍ s.m.<<》>> <<＜>>1<<＞>> Cada uno de los grados o tonos de un mismo color: • En la naturaleza, el verde tiene muchos matices.<<○>> <<＜>>2<<＞>> Rasgo o aspecto que proporciona… … Diccionario de uso del español actual con sinónimos y antónimos

Matiz — El término matiz puede hacer referencia a: matiz, una propiedad de los colores. matiz, cada uno de los distintos grados o niveles de intens >Wikipedia Español

matiz — s m 1 Cada uno de los grados diferentes que puede tener un color dentro de cierta gama: los matices del rojo, igualar el matiz 2 Rasgo peculiar o pequeña diferencia que existe o se percibe en alguna cosa: los matices de una pintura, un matiz… … Español en México

matiz — (m) (Intermedio) cada uno de los tonos existentes de un color Ejemplos: Para la habitación de la niña elegimos un matiz azul marino. Escarlata y carmesí son matices del rojo. Sinónimos: serie, aspecto, grado, tono, escala, gama, tinta, color >Español Extremo Basic and Intermediate

matiz — 1. sf., argo, Rum. 1) Çok sarhoş 2) tiy. Orta oyununda ve Karagöz de sarhoş Atasözü, Deyim ve Birleşik Fiiller matiz olmak 2. is., den., Rum. İki halatı ek yeri kalınlaşmayacak biçimde birbirine ekleme işi … Çağatay Osmanlı Sözlük

Англо-русский перевод DAEWOO MATIZ

American English-Russian dictionary. Американский Англо-Русский словарь. 2012

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Daewoo Matiz — микролитражный городской автомобиль класса «А». Разработан и выпускается южнокорейским подразделением General Motors (Daewoo), а также другими автозаводами по лицензии.

Во многих элементах (таких как трехцилиндровый мотор объемом 0,8 литра, механической трансмиссии и элементам подвески) повторяет своего предшественника — Daewoo Tico, ходовая часть которого базировалась на основе второго поколения семейства автомобилей Suzuki Alto (прототип которого появился в 1982 году, впоследствии после снятия с производства данной модели в Японии в 1988 году, модель была продана корейцам), а двигатель был доработан английской компанией Tickford, где карбюраторная система питания была изменена на инжекторную повысив мощность двигателя с 42 до 51 л.с.

Кузов и салон разрабатывался известной итальянской дизайнерской компанией ItalDesign-Giugiaro S.p.A (она же впоследствии провела два обновления внешнего вида) для концепт кара Lucciola, который она хотела предложить в качестве замены автомобиля Fiat Cinquecento компании Fiat, однако Fiat впоследствии создал свою новую модель Fiat Seicento, а прототип концепт кара был продан компании Daewoo.

Автомобиль соответствовал нормам токсичности Евро 2. В конце 2008 года очередная модификация изменила инжектор двигателя под норму Евро 3. В 2011 года был произведен легкий фейслифтинг. Были изменены передние и задние фары. В головных фарах появились дневные ходовые огни.

Также, в 2012 году, в кузове М150 повторители поворотников были перенесены с крыльев на боковые зеркала заднего вида.

Первое поколение

Первоначально экстерьер автомобиля был разработан для фирмы Фиат (Fiat) в дизайн-студии Джорджетто Джуджаро, но там он был отвергнут. После этого он был куплен фирмой Дэу Моторс (Daewoo Motors). Новый автомобиль (модификация M100) заменил на конвейере предыдущую модель Daewoo Tico, взяв от неё двигатель, трансмиссию и элементы подвески. А на данные агрегаты была, в свое время, куплена лицензия на производство от японского автомобиля Suzuki Alto. Автомобиль получился столь удачным, что стал самым продаваемым автомобилем фирмы в Европе.

Производство Matiz (M100 модели) началась в конце 1997 года на заводе в Корее . В 1998 году польский завод Daewoo-FSO начал в сентябре 1999 года производство по лицензии и из комплектующих. С 1998 года Matiz также производится в Индии и Румынии . В 2000 году машина претерпела рестайлинг (модификация M150), а также стала производиться по лицензии и из комплектующих (CKD) в Узбекистане на заводе УзДэу.

В 2003 году автомобиль получил новый литровый двигатель, который заметно улучшил динамические характеристики. В Россию автомобиль с двигателем литрового объёма, также как и с автоматической коробкой, стал поставляться в 2005 году. На данный момент производятся 2 основные комплектации Матиза:

• двигатель 0,8 литра МКПП
• двигатель 1 литр МКПП.

Автомобили с двигателем 0,8 литра и автоматической коробкой передач, с 2008 года, в Россию не поставляются, в связи с переходом на Евро-3, из-за несоответствия по нормам токсичности отработанных газов.

В 2001 году корпорация General Motors выкупила контрольный пакет акций разорившейся ДэуМоторс. После этого автомобили Дэу стали поставляться под маркой Шевроле. При этом автомобили собиравшиеся на автозаводе в Узбекистане сохранили своё прежнее название.

• 

  (1998—2000)

• 

  Салон

• 

  (2000—2004)

• 

  Дэу Матиз

Второе поколение

В 2005 году на свет появился новый вариант Матиза (модификация M200). Он получил новые, более экологичные двигатели, экстерьер и интерьер. Чтобы потенциальные покупатели не путали новый Шевроле Матиз с предыдущей модификацией^{[источник не указан 456 дней]}, в Россию он поставляется под именем Шевроле Спарк (Chevrolet Spark).

В 2011 году автомобиль подвергся небольшому рестайлингу. Изменениям подверглись лишь световые приборы — габариты в передних фарах были перенесены в отдельный отсек в верхней части фар, а задние фонари были полностью переделаны (производитель отошел от стиля Red Evil Eyes) — стали более строгими, чем-то напоминающие фары Hyundai Getz.

Безопасность

При сравнении теста EuroNCAP 2000 г. (в котором Matiz получил три звезды за безопасность с учетом подушек безопасности водителя и пассажира) и крэш-теста 2003 г., выполненного редакцией «Авторевю», видны заметные отличия. Публикация «Авторевю». Технические характеристики:

• Класс A
• Длина 3495 мм
• Ширина 1495 мм
• Высота 1485 мм
• Дорожный просвет 150 мм
• Колесная база 2340 мм
• Масса 770 кг
• Двигатель 0,8 или 1 литр

Третье поколение

Переработанный Matiz (кодовое имя M300 ) был запущен в 2009 году

Интересные факты

• Третье поколение daewoo matiz Chevrolet Spark, снимался в культовом фильме Трансформеры-3 под именем Chevrolet Beat, ставший прообразом нового Spark

Ссылки

• uzdaewoo.ru — официальный сайт Uz-Daewoo

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Автомобили Daewoo и GM Daewoo 1980 — 2012
Type	1980-е	1990-е	2000-е	2010-е
0	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	0	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	0	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	0	1	2
Городской автомобиль			Tico	Matiz	Matiz Creative
Супермини		Maepsy-Na	LeMans	Cielo	Lanos	Kalos	Gentra & GentraX
Малые семейные автомобили			Nubira	Lacetti	Cruze
Среднеразмерный автомобили		Espero	Leganza	Magnus	Tosca
Royale Series	Prince & Brougham
	Imperial	Arcadia
Бизнес-класс			Chairman		Statesman	Veritas
Родстер				G2X
Микровэн			Damas & Labo
Компактвэн			Tacuma
Компактные кроссоверы			Korando
Среднеразмерные кроссоверы				Winstorm / Winstorm MaXX
Полноразмерный SUV			Musso
Фургон			Istana