USA EV Comparison: Chevrolet Spark EV 21 kWh vs Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD

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General Info

Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the Chevrolet Spark EV 21 kWh (2013-2014) for as low as $4499, while the Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD (2022-2025) begins at $17999.

The Chevrolet Spark EV 21 kWh (2013-2014) is a Hatchback, whereas the Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD (2022-2025) is a SUV.

Property Chevrolet Spark EV 21 kWh Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD
Years of Production 2013-2014 2022-2025
Current Status Discontinued Discontinued
Country of Manufacture South Korea China, Germany, USA
Body Style Hatchback SUV
Market Availability USA EU, USA
Price USA (New) - Price USA (New) $47990
Price USA (Used) $4499 $17999
GCC Score 4.1 7.6

Range and Efficiency

The Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD (2022-2025) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Chevrolet Spark EV 21 kWh (2013-2014).

Property Chevrolet Spark EV 21 kWh Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD
Range (EPA) 82 mi 310 mi
Range (WLTP) - Range (WLTP) 337 mi
Range (GCC) 78 mi 293 mi
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 21.4 kWh 78.1 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 20 kWh 75 kWh
Efficiency per 100 mi 25.6 kWh/100 mi 25.6 kWh/100 mi
Efficiency per kWh 3.9 mi/kWh 3.91 mi/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 5.2 8.5

Charging

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD (2022-2025) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 250 kW, while the Chevrolet Spark EV 21 kWh (2013-2014) maxes out at 50 kW.

The Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD (2022-2025) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11.5 kW, whereas the Chevrolet Spark EV 21 kWh (2013-2014) is limited to 3.3 kW.

Property Chevrolet Spark EV 21 kWh Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD
Max Charging Power (AC) 3.3 kW 11.5 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 50 kW 250 kW
Architecture 400 V 400 V
Charge Port CCS Type 1 Tesla (NACS)
Charging Score 2.6 7.2

Performance

The Chevrolet Spark EV 21 kWh (2013-2014) is front-wheel drive, while the Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD (2022-2025) offers an all-wheel drive system.

The Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD (2022-2025) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.

Property Chevrolet Spark EV 21 kWh Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD
Drive Type FWD AWD
Motor Type PMSM IM (front), PMSM (rear)
Motor Power (kW) 105 kW 378 kW
Motor Power (hp) 140 hp 507 hp
Motor Torque 400 lb-ft 364 lb-ft
0-60 mph 7.5 s 4.8 s
Top Speed 90 mph 135 mph
Performance Score 3.5 5.8

Dimensions

The Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD (2022-2025) is longer, wider, and taller.

The Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD (2022-2025) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

Property Chevrolet Spark EV 21 kWh Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD
Length 146.5 in 187 in
Width (with Mirrors) - Width (with Mirrors) 83.8 in
Width (w/o Mirrors) 64 in 75.6 in
Height 62.6 in 63.9 in
Wheelbase 93.5 in 113.8 in

Cargo and Towing

The Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD (2022-2025) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.

A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD (2022-2025), but the Chevrolet Spark EV 21 kWh (2013-2014) doesn’t have one.

The Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD (2022-2025) has a towing capacity of up to 3500 lb, whereas the Chevrolet Spark EV 21 kWh (2013-2014) is not officially rated for towing in the US.

Property Chevrolet Spark EV 21 kWh Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD
Number of Seats 4 5, 7
Curb Weight 2989 lb 4363 lb
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 9.6 ft3 30.2 ft3
Cargo Volume (Max) 23.4 ft3 72.1 ft3
Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk) 4.1 ft3
Towing Capacity - Towing Capacity 3500 lb
Cargo and Towing Score 4.2 7.7
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