2014 Chevrolet Spark EV Review & Release Date

2014 Chevrolet Spark EV Hatchback Review, Release Date & Redesign - Nearly three years after its release, the Chevy Voltage has finally modified from technical unique to an affordable consideration on any multiple consumer's list. Applying the training discovered from its plug-in multiple program, Chevy takes the next step with the completely power 2014 Chevy Spark EV. The Spark EV looks pretty much like its energy Spark version, but it does have exclusive variations for streamlined performance such as 15-inch metal tires, a roof spoiler, back diffusers, underbody sections and active grill shades that close at rate for improved circulation.

2014 Chevrolet Spark EV Hatchback Review, Release Date & Redesign

But instead of a 1.2-liter four-cylinder under the bonnet, the Spark EV uses an engine unit combined with a 21-kWh lithium-ion battery power pack, a mixture that provides 130 horse power. Chevy says the Spark EV includes zero to 60 mph in 7.6 seconds and gets to a top rate of 90 mph. A complete battery power cost is good for an EPA-estimated 82 kilometers of range in mixed generating. The Spark also has excellent energy-efficiency, with a gas mileage comparative ranking of 119 MPGe mixed. Both are a little bit better than Nissan's Foliage. There's even a Sport method that enhances speeding, although at the price of battery power performance.

With a 120-volt power source, Chevy says the Spark EV will take about 20 time to completely cost. Using a 240-volt store will do the job in about 7 time. An optionally available mixture battery charger (unique for its class) allows DC fast asking for, however, with Chevy declaring an 80 percent cost in just 20 minutes.

2014 Chevrolet Spark EV Hatchback Interior

The 2014 Chevy Spark EV is available in two cut levels -- 1LT and 2LT -- with standard features such as warmed front seats, Wireless phone and loading sound, a six-speaker speakers with satellite television radio, USB and reliable sound slots, a 7-inch color touchscreen display display screen, Chevy MyLink smart phone incorporation, OnStar telematics services and an device group that watches and trainers in all manner of eco-driving. There's even an expansion of the Siri Personal Associate for iPhone users.

Electric vehicles need big battery power and obviously, the Spark EV's battery power appearance reduces down on freight space. There's still 9.6 cubic legs of space behind the back seat, which is almost 2 pieces less than the energy model. Foldable the back seats results in 23.4 cubic legs, about 8 cubic legs less than the regular Spark.

The 2014 Chevrolet Spark EV Hatchback goes on sale this summer, but for now you'll need to live in California or Oregon name to buy or rental one. With a base price of $27,495 before appropriate tax attributes, the Spark EV undercuts the Fiat 500e and the Nissan Leaf, two of its primary competitors. Return for a complete review of the Spark EV, such as specifications, generating opinions and buying advice as it becomes available.