Chevy Spark vs Sonic

Getting around urban environments can be a tight squeeze with a larger car, but with the Chevy Spark and Sonic it’s an absolute breeze. These compact vehicles are all about fun performance and big personality. That’s why Andy Mohr Speedway Chevrolet has brought you this guide to these two cars.

Read more to learn what the Chevy Spark and the Chevy Sonic have to offer for Indianapolis, Fishers, and Carmel area drivers.

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CHEVY SPARK VS SONIC: ENGINE PERFORMANCE AND FUEL ECONOMY

When driving a compact hatchback like the Chevy Spark and the Chevy Sonic, you’re probably either looking for fuel-efficiency or zippy performance. On the fuel economy side of things, the Chevy Spark offers a standard 1.4L inline 4-cylinder engine with 98 horsepower and 94 lb-ft of torque. Expect to achieve an EPA-estimated 29 city MPG and 38 highway MPG in this car.

If you’re in the mood for a vehicle with some more performance, you’ll want to look at the Chevy Sonic. This model comes standard with a turbocharged 1.4L inline 4-cylinder engine generating up to 138 horsepower and 148 lb-ft of torque. Plus, this vehicle delivers an EPA-estimated 26 city MPG and 35 highway MPG. 

SPARK VS SONIC: PLENTY OF CARGO ROOM 

From the moment you walk up to the Chevy Spark and the Chevy Sonic, you’ll see just how compact these vehicles really are. Step inside, and you’ll see just how effectively they use their interior space to the fullest.

That sentiment is more apparent inside the Chevy Sonic  which offers an impressive amount of cargo space. Drivers will find a standard cargo volume of 19 cubic feet with the rear seats up, which expands to 47.7 cubic feet when they’re folded down.  

Don’t think just because the Spark is smaller that it can’t pack a good amount of cargo as well. This hatchback offers 11.1 cubic feet of cargo volume with the rear seats up. When you lower those back seats though, you’ll have as much as 27.2 cubic feet in the back. That’s plenty of room to stow away any luggage you need. Read more on the Chevy Spark interior. 

SPARK VS SONIC: COMPACT DIMENSIONS

There’s nothing quite like the convenience offered by a compact hatchback when you live in an area with small streets. You’ll love the Chevy Sonic for its small body with an overall length of 159.8 inches and a max width without mirrors of 68.3 inches. Drivers are sure to feel confident navigating one-way roads when you travel inside this car.

If you really need a small car, the Chevy Spark has you covered with its low-profile build. This vehicle boasts an overall length of 143.1 inches and a max width without mirrors of 62.8 inches. When you’re looking to get in and out of parking spaces with absolute ease, this is the vehicle for you. 

CHEVY SPARK VS CHEVY SONIC: VERDICT

When it comes to deciding whether the Spark or the Sonic is right for you, it’s really a matter of what your needs are. If you’re a driver who travels in the city often and needs a fuel-efficient commuter car, the Spark is a fantastic choice. However, if you’re in need of a more general-purpose hatchback with a larger cargo area, the Sonic is ideal.

We at Andy Mohr Speedway Chevrolet are looking to show Indianapolis, Fishers, and Carmel area drivers what these hatchbacks have to offer them. If you’re interested in trying these cars out for yourself, schedule a test drive with us online or over the phone today at our Chevrolet dealership!