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Chevrolet Spark EV 21 kWh

Years of Production
When the car first came out and when they stopped making it
2013 - 2014
In 2015 this car was replaced by: Chevrolet Spark EV 19 kWh

Trims

Discontinued
21 kWh 19 kWh

Chevrolet Spark EV 21 kWh

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Technical Specifications of Chevrolet Spark EV 21 kWh

General Info

Years of Production
When the car first came out and when they stopped making it
2013 - 2014
Country of Manufacture
Country where final assembly of the car took place.
South Korea, USA
Current Status
Announced (planned), Pre-order (reservations open), Produced (on sale), Discontinued (no longer made)
Discontinued
Body Style
Refers to the car's shape & design (sedan, SUV, hatchback)
Hatchback Chevrolet Spark EV 21 kWh

Range and Efficiency

Range EPA
Estimated range on a full battery according to official EPA ratings (USA)
82 mi
Range WLTP
Range according to WLTP ratings.
TEL: car in its lightest configuration.
TEH: car in its heaviest configuration.
TEL
TEH
82 mi No Data
Efficiency
Energy consumption per distance driven. Lower figures indicate better efficiency.
kWh/100 mi
Wh/mi
26.3 kWh 263 Wh

Battery and Charging

Battery Capacity
Nominal: total amount of energy the car’s battery can hold. Usable: actual amount of energy you can access.
Nominal
Usable
21.3 kWh 20 kWh
Max Charging Power
Max electric power the car can accept for charging, determined by its on-board charger (AC) and battery (DC)
AC
DC
3.3 kW 50 kW
Charge Port
The car's charge port type. It affects charging speed and station compatibility.
CCS Type 1
CCS Type 1 charge port

Performance

Drive Type
Which wheels are powered (all, rear, or front) by the electric motor(s)
FWD
Engine
Torque: pulling force of the engine. Power: how quickly it can turn the wheels with that force.
Power
Torque
139 hp (104 kW) 400 lb-ft
0-60 mph
Acceleration time from 0 to 60 mph (USA) or 0 to 100 km/h (Europe)
7.9 s
Top Speed
The fastest the car can go (maximum speed)
90 mph
0.00 s
00 mph

Dimensions

Length
Car's body length (front to back bumper)
146.5 in
Width
Car's body width including or excluding side mirrors
with Mirrors
w/o Mirrors
64 in No Data
Height
Car's body height (from ground to highest point)
62.6 in
Wheelbase
Distance between centers of front and rear wheels (affects ride and handling)
93.5 in

Cargo and Towing

Number of Seats
Total passenger capacity of the car (including driver)
4
Curb Weight
Car's weight without passengers or cargo
2967 lb
Cargo Volume
Trunk: cargo capacity (rear seats up).
Max: cargo capacity (rear seats folded).
Frunk: cargo capacity in the front hood.
Trunk
Max
Frunk
10 ft3 No Data No Data
Towing Capacity
Maximum weight the car can tow safely with a trailer that has its own brakes
No Data
Last Updated:
March 10, 2024
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Charging Chevrolet Spark EV 21 kWh

Slow (AC)
Fast (DC)

Home and Office (AC) Charging

NEMA 5-15

Socket specs
Socket specs
120 V, 15 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
1.8 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
07 h 24 min (~7 mph)

NEMA 5-20

Socket specs
Socket specs
120 V, 20 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
2.4 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
05 h 33 min (~9 mph)

NEMA 6-20

Socket specs
Socket specs
240 V, 20 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
4.8 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
04 h 02 min (~12 mph)
Charging power is limited by the car’s on-board charger (3.3 kW)

NEMA 14-30

Socket specs
Socket specs
240 V, 30 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
7.2 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
04 h 02 min (~12 mph)
Charging power is limited by the car’s on-board charger (3.3 kW)

NEMA 14-50

Socket specs
Socket specs
240 V, 50 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
12 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
04 h 02 min (~12 mph)
Charging power is limited by the car’s on-board charger (3.3 kW)

NEMA 6-50

Socket specs
Socket specs
240 V, 50 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
12 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
04 h 02 min (~12 mph)
Charging power is limited by the car’s on-board charger (3.3 kW)

Fast (DC) Charging

CCS DC 50 kW

Socket output
Socket output
50 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 17 min (~174 mph)

CCS DC 100 kW

Socket output
Socket output
100 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 17 min (~174 mph)
Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (50 kW)

CCS DC 150 kW

Socket output
Socket output
150 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 17 min (~174 mph)
Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (50 kW)

CCS DC 200 kW

Socket output
Socket output
200 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 17 min (~174 mph)
Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (50 kW)

CCS DC 250 kW

Socket output
Socket output
250 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 17 min (~174 mph)
Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (50 kW)

CCS DC 350 kW

Socket output
Socket output
350 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 17 min (~174 mph)
Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (50 kW)

Supercharger V2 Split 75 kW

Socket output
Socket output
75 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 17 min (~174 mph)
Not all Tesla Superchargers are open to non-Tesla vehicles Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (50 kW)

Supercharger V2 150 kW

Socket output
Socket output
150 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 17 min (~174 mph)
Not all Tesla Superchargers are open to non-Tesla vehicles Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (50 kW)

Supercharger V3 250 kW

Socket output
Socket output
250 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 17 min (~174 mph)
Not all Tesla Superchargers are open to non-Tesla vehicles Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (50 kW)
Last Updated:
March 10, 2024
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About Chevrolet Spark EV 21 kWh

The Chevrolet Spark EV 21 kWh is an all-electric front-wheel drive hatchback. It came out in 2013. Chevrolet stopped making the 21 kWh in 2014 and replaced it with the Chevrolet Spark EV 19 kWh.

The Chevrolet Spark EV 21 kWh has a 21.3 kWh battery pack, allowing it to travel up to 76 mi on a single charge. The car has an average efficiency of 26.3 kWh per 100 miles (or 263 Wh/mile) — ranked №561 out of 586 electric vehicles.

Frequently Asked Questions

How fast is Chevrolet Spark EV 21 kWh

The Chevrolet Spark EV 21 kWh achieves a 0 to 60 mph acceleration in 7.9 seconds (placing it at â„–378 among 586 electric vehicles) and attains a maximum speed of 90 mph.

Its powertrain provides a power output of up to 104 kW (139 hp) and a torque of 400 lb-ft.

Real-world range of Chevrolet Spark EV 21 kWh

The estimated real-world range for Chevrolet Spark EV 21 kWh falls between 68–84 miles, ranking it №561 out of 586 electric vehicles. Several conditions can influence this range:

  • Speed: The battery drains faster at higher speeds.
  • Temperature: Extreme temperatures can impact range.
  • Terrain: Range is reduced on hilly or mountainous terrain.
  • Driving style: Aggressive driving behaviors, such as frequent acceleration and braking, decrease efficiency.
  • Feature utilization: Climate control and media system usage also affect range.

These figures are approximations, and your actual driving range may vary. When planning trips, consider these factors and be prepared for potential charging stops.

For trip planning assistance, utilize the EV Navigation interactive map.

Chevrolet Spark EV 21 kWh charge port type?

In the USA Chevrolet Spark EV 21 kWh has a CCS Type 1 charge port.

  • You can charge it at home using a standard domestic socket or plug into any public AC charging station using the right cable. Keep in mind that the car's on-board charger (inverter) limits the maximum AC charging rate to 3.3 kW, which translates to approximately 11 miles of range added per hour of charging.
  • For quicker charging, consider using a compatible DC fast-charging station. The car boasts a maximum charging rate of 50 kW, but remember that battery temperature and charge level can influence the actual speed you'll experience.

Estimate charging time, rate and cost using our Charging calculator.

Chevrolet Spark EV 21 kWh dimensions and weight?

Chevrolet Spark EV 21 kWh comes in the following dimensions:

  • Length: 146.5 in
  • Width: 64 in (including side mirrors) or N/A in (excluding side mirrors)
  • Height: 62.6 in
  • Wheelbase: 93.5 in (distance between the center of the front and rear wheels)
  • Curb weight: 2967 lbs (weight of the empty car, no people or cargo)
Chevrolet Spark EV 21 kWh cargo capacity?

The rear cargo area of the Chevrolet Spark EV 21 kWh provides 10 cubic feet of space when the rear seats are upright (ranked â„–495 out of 586 electric vehicles).

Folding these seats down unlocks a maximum cargo capacity of N/A cubic feet (ranked â„–495 out of 586 electric vehicles).

The car doesn’t have a “frunk” (front trunk).

Chevrolet Spark EV 21 kWh towing capacity?
The car isn’t officially rated for towing.

Ratings

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Design

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3.0

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Compare Chevrolet Spark EV 21 kWh with Similar Cars

Chevrolet Spark EV 19 kWh

Discontinued
2015 - 2016
Price (USA)
No Data
EPA Range
82 mi
0-60 mph
7.2 sec
Car Page Car Page

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EPA
WLTP (TEL)
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0-60 mph
Torque
Power
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