Chevrolet Spark(from English - “spark”) - front-wheel drive five-door, five-seat subcompact. In Russia, two generations of five-door small hatchbacks are known under the name Chevrolet Spark. One was produced from 2005 to 2009 in Korea and India. Others, from 2009 to the present, are also produced in Kazakhstan. Both cars are a continuation of the car, which, by the way, also bore the name Spark in some markets.

In 2002 Daewoo company came completely under control General Motors, and in order not to create a new one compact model, the concern chose to modify the already existing Matiz. In 2004, the M3X concept was presented - it was a Matiz, which ItalDesign specialists worked on. The car received LED optics and a new 1.0-liter engine. It was this concept that actually laid the foundation Chevrolet models Spark.

IN mass production Spark was launched in 2005, new car differed from the usual Matiz with an improved suspension, improved sound insulation, an expanded list of equipment, a spacious interior, as well as a modified interior and exterior.

In 2007, the Chevrolet Trax, Beat and Groove concept cars debuted in New York, one of which was destined to become a production car after an online vote. With more than 1.8 million votes, Beat won, which became the modern Spark, which went into production in 2009. The design development of the model was led by Taewan Kim (until 2006, he worked for Fiat and took part in the creation of the Fiat 500 and Grande Punto).

In Russia, the model began selling in 2010 after its premiere at the Moscow Motor Show, and in the United States it appeared only in the second half of 2012. Spark for Russia is produced in Uzbekistan at the GM Uzbekistan plant, for Europe - in South Korea in the city of Changwon.

In 2012, the Spark EV debuted in Los Angeles with a 130-horsepower electric motor and a range of 150 to 200 km. It is noteworthy that this was a production-ready car, and it was then announced that the car would go on sale in the United States in 2013.

Technical features

The first Chevrolet Spark was 14 cm longer than the Matiz, almost 10 cm wider and slightly taller. The new generation of Spark differs from the previous one in its increased weight (835 versus 939 kg). Coefficient aerodynamic drag the new and old Spark have 0.33 and 0.34, respectively. The 800 cc engine previously used in the Matiz was modified at the Worthing technical center (UK). The Spark, released after Daewoo became part of General Motors, received a modified front end and an improved liter engine. In 2005, a restyled version appeared with a design from Italdesign Giugiaro, on new platform and with automatic transmission.

The length of the modern Spark is 3,640 mm, width - 1,597 mm, height - 1,522 mm, wheelbase - 2,375 mm, trunk volume - 170/570 liters (minimum/maximum).

The car uses 1.0- and 1.2-liter gasoline engines. In Russia, the liter engine is only available with a manual transmission. In Europe, Spark is sold with engines running on gasoline and natural gas.

Advantages and disadvantages

The hatchback stands out for its expressive appearance and good price-quality ratio. Chevrolet positions the Spark as a 5-seater car, but there is not enough space in the back for three adults; only three children will be comfortable. In addition, the trunk of the model is very small: 170/570 liters (for competitor Suzuki Splash is about the same - 178/573 liters).

The basic Spark has air conditioning, but does not include adjustable driver's seat and ABS. The Suzuki Splash has richer standard equipment: ABS, EBD, system emergency braking, front and side airbags, air conditioning, opening the gas tank hatch from the passenger compartment, heated seats.

But the Citroen C1, with its only 1.0-liter engine and trunk volume from 139 to 712 liters, “fades” in front of the Spark.

The KIA Picanto is sold in 3- and 5-door versions, but it is not as big ground clearance(Picanto – 142 mm, Spark – 160 mm).

Safety

In 2009, Spark received four “stars” out of five in EuroNCAP tests (69 points out of 100), the car was let down by the lack of a system ESP stabilization. For comparison, Daewoo Matiz received only three “stars” from EuroNCAP; in a frontal collision, the dummy hit the steering wheel with its chest and also suffered leg injuries.

Interesting Facts

The Beat prototype played the character Skids in the movie Transformers 2. By the way, Trax, another prototype that debuted along with Beat at the New York auto show, also appeared in this film, playing the role of its twin named Mudflap.

In 2002 at joint venture General Motors and SAIC in China began production of the Chinese version of Spark under named Chevrolet Le Chi.

Czech Spark fans have already set more than one record included in the national Book of Records. In 2008, they organized a meeting where one hundred Sparks gathered at the same time, and in 2010, they beat their own achievement by gathering 101 compact cars in one place.

Awards and numbers

In 2011 and 2012 Chevrolet Spark became the first in the “Car of the Year in Russia” competition in the “City Cars” category. The car also received the title " Best car according to Runet 2011 version.”

Several times Spark was included in the list of contenders for the title of “Car of the Year” in Europe and the USA, but never achieved success.

In 2012, the American magazine Wards Auto awarded the Spark model a prize for best interior. By the way, in this rating Spark turned out to be the cheapest of the winners.

The contract to organize the production of the Chevrolet Spark at the GM Uzbekistan plant worth $124.5 million was signed in 2008. Production started in August 2010. In 2012, GM Uzbekistan produced 33,027 Spark units (14% more than in 2011).

In 2012, 47,640 of these hatchbacks were sold in the markets of Western and Central Europe, the market share increased to 4%.

One of the world's most successful automobile brands, Chevrolet, has interesting story, in which there are rapid rises and serious dips. Initially, the American corporation was created by a wealthy American motor sports fan, William Durant. Soon after the creation of this corporation at the beginning of the twentieth century, this investor organized the most successful global automobile concern, General Motors, to date.

Until today, GM has gained such serious momentum that the production of this company is present on every continent and in fact in every large and developed country. However, Chevrolet brand cars are produced in a very unusual way. The country of manufacture of Chevrolet is a question that is difficult to answer unequivocally.

Two sides of the coin in offers under one brand

If we are talking about the expensive and successful Chevrolet brand, it has two completely different incarnations. The North American side of this company is the creator of unique SUVs with excellent potential and beautiful sports cars, hugely priced supercars and premium sedans. But the Chevrolet division is also present in South Korea, where this brand produces mainly former Daewoo models in the budget segment.

This gives General Motors Corporation certain advantages:

• the opportunity to offer the market the most different cars in various configurations;
• entering European markets with budget and quite reliable cars from Korea;
• conquering the CIS market with cheap offers in the budget class;
• testing of technologies for other GM cars and fairly cheap assembly of cars at a Korean plant.

Until 2012, in the markets of the CIS countries, the Chevrolet brand was associated exclusively with cheap and not very quality cars, which were bought solely for lack of money for a more impressive vehicle. In turn, in North America cars under this brand are an expensive and luxury offering that is worthy of purchase.

This brand dissonance has made the Chevrolet company one of the most mysterious in the modern automotive world. This increases interest in the corporation’s proposals. Let's take a closer look at the two different faces of the American corporation.

Budget segment from the South Korean Chevrolet plant

In Europe and Russia, when asked about the country of manufacture of Chevrolet, motorists answer with confidence - Korea. Indeed, most of the offerings on the market are produced at the Korean Daewoo plant. The Daewoo brand sells the cheapest offers in Russia, Ukraine and some other countries, such as Matiz and Nexia. Since 2014, they have also been joined by a more expensive car - a redesigned Chevrolet Laceti - Daewoo Gentra.

This step by the corporation indicates that the Chevrolet brand is beginning to improve its status and European markets. Today in Europe and Russia the following offers from Chevrolet are available:

• Korean budget Spark, Aveo and Cobalt;
• comfort class Cruze, family minivan Orlando and the Captiva crossover are also from Daewoo;
• Russian Chevrolet Niva, which is produced by AvtoVAZ;
• the American Malibu sedan and the Corvette sports car, as well as the company's bestseller, the Camaro;
• SUV Trailblazer and big jeep Tahoe, which also come from America.

That is why in the showroom, when buying a car under American brand you need to be as careful as possible. Car production is carried out in Russia, Korea and America. But the cars that are assembled in the USA are very technically and visually different from the Korean ones. They use different metal, different technologies, completely different interior materials.

If you want to experience all the greatness of American technology, buy the large Trailblazer or Tahoe. These are quite acceptable competitors to premium Japanese crossovers and SUVs. Only in 2015 will the Chevrolet brand in the CIS countries and Europe finally begin to change its nature and transfer to the premium American class.

Chevrolet brand in the USA and other North American countries

For Americans, a local brand seems very expensive and premium, because the bulk of its offerings are made in America. Chevrolet offers its compatriots a huge range of technology, which reveals itself from a completely different side than for Europeans.

Chevrolet offers four main types of vehicles for Americans:

• passenger cars with those already known to us Korean brands, as well as the American Malibu, Impala and the Volt hybrid hatchback;
• SS, Corvette and Camaro sports cars;
• SUVs and crossovers, to which are added purely American models Trax, Equinox, Traverse and Suburban.
• the most unusual and interesting Colorado and Silverado pickups, as well as huge selection commercial equipment.

These are the different offers this brand has on different continents. One part of the world's population knows Chevrolet as an affordable budget brand, while the other perceives buying a car under this brand as a real achievement. Interestingly, the company’s plans include raising the level of the brand around the world to a completely different level and returning Darwoo brand cars to the CIS markets. But these plans are long-term.

We invite you to enjoy a review of truly American large sedan Chevrolet Malibu.

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Let's sum it up

Cars, assembled in virtually every developed country in the world, cannot but attract attention. Chevrolet took several extraordinary steps that helped the company conquer markets. For example, in 2010, the Chevrolet brand became the best-selling brand in Russia and Britain, and in America these cars occupy one of the first lines of the hit parade of successful cars every year.

The peculiarities of the corporation's work suggest that in the near future it will be very difficult for competitors to bypass the company in any direction. I wonder how you personally feel about everything Chevrolet brand and the philosophy of its world development?

Creation Chevrolet car Spark was preceded by the Korean transition automobile concern Daewoo to the American corporation General Motors. After this, the company “GM-Daewoo Auto&Technology” was created. As a result, all the concern's cars produced in the Korean domestic market changed their names to Chevrolet. So, in 2005, after significant changes to the exterior and interior, the much-loved Daewoo Matiz was released under the name Chevrolet Spark. It differed from Matiz in its modern design, more reliable design and low cost. The car is made in the body five-door hatchback. The length of the car is 3.5 meters. One of two gasoline engines can be installed under the hood of the car: a 52-horsepower 0.8-liter unit or a 66-horsepower 1-liter engine. The car is also supplied to the Russian market under the name Chevrolet Spark. The engines of the first generation of the car complied with Euro 2 environmental standards. In 2008, after modification power units they began to meet Euro 3 toxicity standards.

Chevrolet Spark 2011 model year designed on the same platform, which has been slightly improved. The prototype of this model was chosen from three proposed concepts on the Internet by ordinary car enthusiasts. The manufacturer kept its promise to bring the prototype to life, making the difference between serial version and the Beat prototype shown by the manufacturer in 2007, minimal. Compared to its predecessor, the 2011 Chevrolet Spark has grown significantly in all areas, resulting in a more spacious interior. At the same time, the volume of the luggage compartment has not changed and is 170 liters. However, it can be increased by transforming the rear seat up to 994 liters. The car is equipped with one of two engines with a power of 68 and 81 horsepower and a displacement of 1 and 1.2 liters, respectively. Both engines comply with Euro 4 environmental standards and can be combined with a 5-speed gearbox manual transmission gears, and the 1-liter engine can be paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission. The top version of the Chevrolet Spark 2011 is capable of speeds of up to 162 km/h.

Technical characteristics of Chevrolet Spark

hatchback

City car

• width 1,597mm
• length 3,595mm
• height 1,522mm
• ground clearance 135mm
• seats 5

Engine	Name	Price	Fuel	Drive unit	Consumption	Up to a hundred	Max. speed
1.0 5MT (68 hp)	base	≈ 334,000 rub.	AI-95	Front	4,2 / 6,6	15.3 s	151 km/h
1.0 4AT (68 hp)	ls	≈ 451,000 rub.	AI-95	Front	5,1 / 8,2	17.5 s	143 km/h
1.2 5MT (84 hp)	lt	≈ 491,600 rub.	AI-95	Front	4,7 / 6,9	12.4 s	164 km/h

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On Moscow International Automobile Salon 2010 Chevrolet presented new Chevrolet Spark, Russian sales of which should start at the end of 2010.

Chevrolet Spark stands out for its bright youth design, excellent fuel efficiency and, like all other models with a gold Chevrolet bowtie, an optimal price/quality ratio. The aggressive design reflects the concept and energy of this car.

Torquey 1.0- and 1.2-liter 4-cylinder petrol engines Chevrolet Spark and a five-door hatchback body provide excellent functionality to this small but very expressive car.

Spark- This is a production version of a concept car Beat, the most famous of the trio of Chevrolet mini-concepts that were shown at various international motor shows in 2007. A clear majority of the 1.9 million people who voted online said they would prefer this car.

Size matters

Spark's bright and attractive design is more characterized by the definition of "expressive and energetic" rather than "cute and cuddly." Its sharp, faceted shape breaks the traditional idea of ​​city car design and makes no soft visual concessions due to its small size. The sharp lines of the single-volume body reflect its wedge-shaped profile with a low glazing line, balanced by the relief irregularities of the body sides, protruding fenders and small teardrop-shaped headlights. There are no protective moldings or exterior trim on the body sides.

At the front of the body, a boldly shaped two-piece false radiator grille flows into a hood that hangs massively over the headlights. Under the false radiator grille are the contours of the housings fog lights and the air intake opening enhance the feeling of forward motion. In pronounced arches rear wheels 13, 14 or 15-inch wheels can be fitted, giving the car the look of an athlete ready to take off.

Pens rear doors camouflaged to maintain the attractive appearance of the rear wheel arches, integrated spoiler on the tailgate and typical Chevrolet rear The headlights with round elements are among the features that add to the Spark's appeal.

A new word in interior design

The progressive design of the Spark's spacious interior has special style in keeping with the bright exterior. High quality materials and execution were the main requirements for interior design. The goal is to show that small cars that are worth the money don't look utilitarian or spartan inside.

The bright and attractive interior demonstrates the evolution of the characteristic Chevrolet design"double cockpit". Textured dashboard moldings flow seamlessly into the doors on either side of the cabin, creating a sense of space that offsets the Spark's diminutive feel.

The body paint color is repeated on the lower part of the control panel and door trims. And all the main controls are highlighted in a cool blue color characteristic of Chevrolet, which further enhances the youthful emphasis in the interior design.

Another great feature is the motorcycle-style instrument panel, which includes a large speedometer and digital tachometer.

The audio system display, heating and ventilation systems are logically integrated into the center console. The small floor console houses a double cup holder, ample storage compartments and a gear lever with an aluminum trim that fits perfectly into the steering wheel spokes.

Spark has wheelbase 2375 mm with an overall length of 3640 mm, resulting in a cabin with the largest legroom and widest width at hip level in its class. The seats are upholstered in bright contrasting fabrics, and top trim levels French stitching is provided.

Despite the minimal rear overhang The Spark has a luggage capacity of 170 liters, which can easily be expanded to 994 liters thanks to the 60/40 split folding rear seat. On the upholstery of all four doors there are sufficiently capacious pockets for storing things. The functionality of the Spark will increase with the installation of roof rails, a rare feature in this class.

An extensive list of equipment includes a height-adjustable driver's seat, tilt-adjustable steering column, power front windows, heated front seats, steering wheel audio controls, outside rear view mirrors with electrically controlled and heated, trip computer, as well as heated windshield at the locations of the wiper blades.

In move

New gasoline engines, made entirely of aluminum alloy, having a displacement of 1.0 and 1.2 liters and developing maximum power 68 hp/50 kW and 82 hp/60 kW respectively provide combined fuel consumption of less than 5.0 l/100 km and CO 2 emissions of less than 120 g.

These efficient 16 valve engines meet Euro standard 4, are coupled with a 5-speed manual transmission. The 2-liter engine provides the car with an acceleration time from zero to 100 km/h in just 12.9 seconds.

In addition to more infrequent visits gas stations Spark guarantees its owner perfect movement and low level NVH (noise, vibration and roughness) characteristic of a vehicle more high class. As part of a three-phase noise reduction program Special attention paid attention to effective insulation of the floor, panel engine compartment and interior body panels. The front suspension includes MacPherson struts at the front and compact torsion bars at the rear. System dynamic stabilization will be offered upon request.

Standard system equipment passive safety includes front and side airbags for the driver and front passenger, as well as curtain airbags. Seat belts for the front seats are equipped with pretensioners, and for three rear passengers provided three point belts security. The Spark is expected to score highly in EuroNCAP tests.

Representative of the new Chevrolet line

The Spark, Chevrolet's signature offering for the mini car segment, is the next step in the company's brand new model development program. The result of this program has already become a compact Cruze sedan, which appeared in Russia in September 2009. Both cars feature a new and more expressive design for the brand. Next year they will be joined by an all-new compact MPV based on the Orlando concept that was first shown last year. And in 2012, the “B” segment will be replenished with a bright new product – a new Chevrolet generation Aveo.

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The ideal city car, seemingly created by the city itself: versatile, agile and stylish. The Chevrolet Spark is a 5-door compact car equipped with many useful features for city driving. A wide pocket on the back of the seat can store maps, magazines and more. A mesh side pocket is designed for easy access to smaller items.

The ideal city car, seemingly created by the city itself: versatile, agile and stylish. Chevrolet Spark is a 5-door compact machine Chevrolet, equipped with many useful features for city driving.

A wide pocket on the back of the seat can store maps, magazines and more. A mesh side pocket is designed for easy access to smaller items. Price new Chevrolet a lot, but for this money you get high-quality and unique car. Although, of course, you can save money and buy a used Chevrolet.

where is chevrolet spark assembled

General Motors plant, Incheon, Korea 100%, at one time I myself thought about this car... but IMHO the car is 100% female... there is no space, the engine is weak.. but it is "powered by the holy spirit" (C) I heard that they want to produce it in Ukraine (at ZAZ) supposedly talking about it. You can watch the Chevrolet video test on our page.

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Space baby: Chevrolet Spark review.

Why the hell don't you turn around?! Why don't you notice me point blank?! Well, the bespectacled guy in the light green Matiz stepped on the gas to drive on a parallel course and have time to see the car. This one is clearly on topic. Jealous, boy! I'm driving a car of the future, a model that, firstly, has not yet gone on sale, and secondly, looks like a spaceship. More precisely, like an individual escape capsule from a spacecraft. Spark second generation.

Outwardly he is really funny. Funny - in the positive sense of the word: cheerful, perky. This is a big plus in favor of a car the size of a flea. This appearance deprives the car of the wretchedness that is well known from the current generation of Sparks/Matizs, and even the drag coefficient has become a little better. This appearance deserves a long paragraph. Even two!

The designers dared to allow a glaring imbalance between the bulky mordulence and the cut-off rear. Or maybe they didn’t think about it at all. The stern (let's go from the rear) is flat like plywood, its almost vertical cut begins with a sharp corner of the spoiler edge and ends with a short overhang. This form leaves hope for an accident-free parallel parking performed by the one who is “all so sudden, all so contradictory...” But leaves almost no space in the trunk for her purchases. There are a couple more details of the rear part that will definitely catch your eye: the handles of the rear row of doors hidden in the black pillars and the cut-off rear edges of the roof rails.

The little car in front is simply handsome! Of course, it is inferior in expression and dynamics to its drawn prototype - the Beat concept, but it is still good. Sharp edges geometric elements, the huge glazing of the optics, the harmonious transition of its line into the ascending window sill line - this is really impressive. Plus size 15 wheels! In general, they managed to give a dynamic look to the box, a little more than three seconds long.
half meters and a height of one meter fifty! True, the bumper hangs low, albeit gracefully, but like a bulldog - not even the most harmless ones with such an overhang will fit into every country road. It’s a pity to scratch the faceted “lip” painted in the body color.

But the huge bus glazing in the front seats looks harmonious and gives good review. In the front seats you don’t feel squeezed at all. Spark will not offend anyone who was teased by the “rafters” and “towers” ​​- there is enough space for a tall driver. And the steering wheel is height adjustable. It will be more difficult for an obese person, but I would like to see a big guy “trying on” such a car. Even sitting in the back (for an Ashnik) is tolerable. It is noticeable that this model is clearly larger inside than its predecessor - dimensions increased by 15 cm in length and 10 cm in width.

The bright red color of the body is continued in the same painted inserts on the front panel and door trim. Along with them, the interior is decorated with a dashboard in the form of a single separate block attached to the steering column. Its functionality is debatable, because from behind the steering wheel rim everything is not always visible, and the curve electronic tachometer on a bright blue monitor and the indicators in the deep eyes along its perimeter are readable with noticeable effort. But this design solution dashboard unconventional (again, in the good sense of the word). And they managed to cram a trip computer into this box, showing time, average speed, driving distance with remaining fuel, etc.

Ours, the richest version, also had electric windows, electric side mirrors, air conditioning and a radio with AUX and MINI-USB sockets, as well as steering wheel control keys. And rear parking sensors. Not chic, of course, but this is A-class. And there is no smell of inferiority here anymore.

1.2-liter 16-valve engine from its older brother Aveo, derated to 81 hp. s., on idle speed I can't hear it at all. Is it really that soundproof?! No, while driving there is noise from the engine
compartment allows you to change gears of a fairly clear 5-speed manual transmission by ear. It’s interesting that acceleration accompanied by such a “soundtrack” does not seem sluggish. Slower than the Aveo, but not sad. The box is quite elastic; in fourth gear you can pull it out low speeds. And on the first one you can crawl at the speed of a traffic jam, even without taking your feet off the pedals. There are only problems with the back - the handle needs to be pushed in more confidently. Although, perhaps, this is an acquired “disease” only of this particular machine. And one more thing about sound insulation: the trunk door closes not with a dull bang, but with a loud “bang” sound, accompanied by an iron ringing sound. And this door opens from the outside only with the turn of the key.

Suspension and steering fully deserve praise. The same McPherson in front and a beam in the rear, but the heavier car with a widened track holds the road clearly more confidently than the current Matiz. And the steering wheel, devoid of sporty sharpness, is nevertheless very accurate. There is no need to be afraid of minor unevenness and shallow ruts; the machine can easily pass such obstacles. Yes, it’s better not to exceed significantly more than a hundred on it, but remember about the speeds allowed in Russia. But how convenient it is to park! And you will have to go to the gas station regularly just because the tank is too small. But, alas, we don’t respect such cars.

What will the cars be like? Russian market, we’ll have to look again - we “drove” a car not yet made in Uzbekistan and with a Euro-5 engine. Sales should begin only by the end of the year, and the price tag for this car has not yet been announced. Now we can only assume that the base price for the “space” Spark will be higher than the current one (from 301 thousand rubles), but not more than the starting price for Aveo (from 385 thousand). That is, a car with a liter engine will cost around 350 thousand. And a version similar to the one tested will clearly exceed four hundred.

CONS AND PROS
Liked: appearance and behavior on the road.
Didn't like: poor sound insulation and large front overhang.

Chevrolet Spark 3: review with detailed specifications.

Five-door Chevrolet hatchback Spark of the third generation, one of the main characteristics of which is compactness,
was first presented at a motor show in the heart of Switzerland - Geneva in 2009. GM did not reinvent the wheel; the car, like its predecessor, became a mirror copy of the Daewoo Matiz, a long-liver in the world of minicars.

The design was carried out by the Italian design bureau ItalDesign. As a result, the Chevrolet Spark radically changes the usual roundness into clean lines and a modern appearance. From the trendsetter of automotive style, he got a somewhat aggressive exterior, a signature grille, massive main optics, rear door handles hidden in the pillars and a spoiler in the rear.

The ultra-modern design of the fairly spacious interior also has interesting features. Good materials And

high-quality execution are aimed at declaring: miniature cars can pleasantly surprise. The instrument panel cannot be overlooked either. Visually, it resembles a motorcycle, and consists of a large round speedometer coupled with a digital tachometer.

The Spark's wheelbase is 2,375 mm, which has significantly contributed to the ability to create a cabin with spacious legroom, which is not at all typical for cars in this class. Moreover, it is pleasantly surprising luggage compartment, which thanks to the folding rear seat

can change the volume from 170 to 994 liters. It is also interesting to note that the number of pockets and cup holders of different sizes has increased.

Spark features new 16-valve gasoline engines which are completely made of aluminum alloy. With a working volume of 1.0 and 1.2 liters, a power of 66 and 78 liters is developed, respectively. With. Fuel consumption in the combined cycle is about 5.0 l / 100 km, CO2 emissions - 120 g/km. The engines are offered with a 5-speed manual transmission. For the one-liter engine, a 4-speed automatic transmission is additionally provided.

Summing up, we can safely say that the developers have done a good job, proving that small cars for the city can be completely different - bright, original, with character.