chevrolet spark 800 cc

General Motors India, the Indian unit of US based autogiant General Motors, is planning to launch a new 800CC version of its Spark model in the Indian market by next year. The move has been taken in the view of high demand of mini B-segment cars in the Indian market.

After the ongoing phase-out of Maruti 800 from the major Indian cities, the Alto has become the largest selling 800cc car in the Indian market, registering a monthly sale of over 30,000 cars. In comparison to Alto, the Chevrolet’s lowest priced Spark 1.0L model clocked sales of only 4000+ units. Sensing an opportunity, GM India is now planning to fight for space with Alto.

The 800CC Spark model is expected to be rolled-out in the price segment of sub Rs 2lakh. Besides Alto, the car will be competing with Hyundai’s upcoming 800 CC car that will be rolled-out by the end of year 2011.

The new Spark 800 will be a trimmed-down version of the existing 1.0L version of Spark. Initially, the car will be rolled-out in a petrol version only, followed by CNG and LPG versions after a few months.

The all new 800CC Spark will further strengthen Chevrolet's position in the Indian market along with enhancing its market share through driving high volumes. The launch of Spark 800cc will further provide the Indian customers with an alternative to Alto.

Engine & Specifications of the Chevrolet Spark 800cc

As mentioned, the new Chevrolet Spark 800 will come powered with 795cc, 3 cylinder engine that is expected to deliver a peak power of 49 Bhp along with a peak torque of 68.6 Nm @ 4600 rpm. The car will come incorporated with a five speed manual transmission with McPherson Strut - Torsion Beam Axle suspension. The Spark 800cc will come equipped with Front Ventilated and Rear Disk brakes. The overall dimensions of the car are as follows – Height - 1518 mm, Width - 1495 mm, and Length - 3495 mm.

Performance of the Spark 800cc

Though Chevrolet is yet to reveal the performance stats of this car in the Indian market, the new 800CC Chevrolet Spark would be setting high performance characteristics for itself. Carrying a low curb weight of 855.00 kg, the trimmed down Chevrolet Spark will be offering a high fuel economy with a lower emission level. The suspension system of the car is expected to be the same as available in the existing Spark – the McPherson Strut - Torsion Beam Axle.

Exterior, Interior & Safety of the Spark 800cc

The new Spark 800 will be a trimmed-down version of the 1.0L Spark. The overall styling and designing cues of the car will be somewhat similar to its existing counterpart. However, to make the car economical, the company will be trimming a number of luxury and comfort features.

For now, features like body color bumpers, power windows and power steering are expected to find place in the Spark 800cc. The high strength steel body of the car offers an additional safety to the passengers.

Fact Sheet of Chevrolet Spark

Make	Chevrolet
Model	Spark 800 cc
Fuel Types	Petrol, CNG, LPG
Price Range	2Lakh
Key Specifications	795cc, 3 cylinder engine with peak power of 49 Bhp along with peak torque of 68.6 Nm @ 4600 rpm; 5 speed manual. Height - 1518 mm, Width - 1495 mm, and Length - 3495 mm.