Along with a bold bumper
design and large air intake, the front of
the Chevrolet Spark is dominated by striking
round headlights with a large lens effect.
The front headlight design is matched at
the rear by signature round taillights.
The Chevrolet Spark also
features a unique cockpit design. The operating
elements of the design are divided into two
parts. In the driver's direct area of vision
is the control and warning light unit. Strikingly
positioned in the centre of the dashboard
and easily visible to all passengers are
the speedometer and instruments.
Due to its intelligent
packaging and long wheelbase of 2,345 millimetres,
the new Spark offers a comparatively large
amount of space and a feeling of roominess.
The rear seat backrest can be divided in
a 60:40 ratio, enabling longer objects to
be easily transported. The interior also
offers a number of clever storage locations,
with shelves, trays, and bottle and can-holders.
The ashtray can be placed in one of three
locations or removed altogether.
In addition to its funky
European-inspired style, diverse colour
palette and striking design elements, the
Spark boasts remarkable fuel economy and
affordability as well as an impressive array
of comfort and convenience features, proving
once and for all that bigger isn’t necessarily
always better.
Chevrolet has developed
an economical yet powerful new engine exclusively
for the Spark. A low curb weight and aerodynamic
styling give the Spark the unmatched fuel
efficiency. The powertrain maximizes power
and torque at lower speeds, especially when
combined with the new four-speed automatic
transmission, which was especially developed
for the new Spark. Featuring an overdrive
function, the state-of-the-art transmission
drives the front wheels and makes the Spark
ideal for both commuting in congested city
traffic and for open highways.
The Chevrolet Spark offers
strong protection in the event of an accident.
It all centres on the stable passenger cell,
which is made predominantly of high-strength
steel. This not only ensures greater rigidity
and stability but also lowers the weight
of the body shell. Advanced high-strength
steel is used for the A-pillar, front-impact
beam, centre tunnel and floor panel sides.
Other safety features in
the new Spark include driver, passenger and
side air bags, three-point seat belts and
head restraints for all five seats, electrically
operated pretensioners, belt force limiters
in the front and the latest-generation four-channel
anti-lock brake system from Bosch.
Features on the Chevrolet
Spark include power-assisted steering, electrically
operated front windows, central locking and
a height-adjustable driver’s seat and seat
belt. It also boasts a range of convenience
features normally found only in much larger
and more expensive cars, including fully
automatic air conditioning.
At under 4m in length,
the Spark is the smallest Chevrolet to arrive
in the region, but thanks to its intelligent
packaging and long wheelbase, this member
of the brand’s line-up proves that the Spark
can pack a big punch, with its surprisingly
spacious and endlessly versatile interior.
OTE Group is the dealer
for Chevrolet in Oman. Chevrolet Spark is
available for test drive at OTE Group’s 14
showrooms spread across the Sultanate or
call 24566267 for more details.