2016 Chevrolet Spark teased ahead of April 2 reveal

2016 Chevrolet Spark

Chevy's next generation Spark sub-compact hatch will have its world premiere on April 2 simultaneously at the New York and Seoul auto shows. 

Billed as being an all-new model, the 2016MY Spark has already been caught on camera completely undisguised about a month ago adopting an evolutionary design compared to the outgoing model. It will be based on the Opel Karl / Vauxhall Viva duo but unlike the other two it will have the rear door handles mounted near the C pillars just like the current car.

2016 Chevrolet Spark

Chevrolet has not released any technical specifications but these should mirror its European brothers so expect power to come from a naturally aspirated three-cylinder 1.0-liter engine with 75 HP (55 kW). The Karl/Viva weighs 939 kg (2,070 lbs) and is offered exclusively with a five-speed manual transmission and consumes only 4.3 liters / 100 km (66 mpg UK or 55 mpg UK), with corresponding CO2 emissions of 99 g/km.

It should be 3680mm long and provide a 2385mm wheelbase while the trunk capacity will likely stand at almost 1,000 liters with the rear seats folded. Among the available options will include cruise control, heated front seats, sun roof, park assist, infotainment system and a heated steering wheel.