Chevrolet Spark vs. Scion iQ
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Chevrolet Spark and Scion iQ contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Chevrolet Spark and the Scion iQ.
When comparing the Chevrolet Spark's and the Scion iQ's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Spark has the advantage in the area of interior volume. The Scion iQ has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Spark's and the Scion iQ's specifications and ratings, the Scion iQ is a better car than the Chevrolet Spark.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Chevrolet Spark’s base engine makes 84 horsepower, and the Scion iQ base engine makes 94 horsepower. The Spark is rated to deliver an average of 34 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 359 miles. The iQ is rated to deliver an average of 37 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 315 miles.This gives the Scion iQ the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Chevrolet Spark the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Chevrolet Spark has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Scion iQ has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room and rear shoulder room.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$12,270
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact Cars)
$16,447
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
$11,990 - $25,700
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$15,665
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$8,950
Price Range:
$5,008 - $13,598
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact Cars)
$10,531
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
$7,830 - $17,875
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
89
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
99,368
# Good or Great Deals:
25
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
Price Range:
-
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
78,035
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Chevrolet Spark Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.9 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
8.6 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Scion iQ Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chevrolet Spark
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
2.5
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Subcompact Cars)
2.1
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
0.1 - 4.4
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.9%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Scion iQ
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
4.4
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
2%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
4.1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)
2.5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)
1.2 - 9.6
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.9
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Chevrolet Spark Rankings
Ranking
16 out of / 21Ranking
17 out of / 43Ranking
17 out of / 43Ranking
18 out of / 43Ranking
18 out of / 43Ranking
18 out of / 21Ranking
29 out of / 43Ranking
30 out of / 43Ranking
31 out of / 43Ranking
41 out of / 43Scion iQ Rankings
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Chevrolet Spark Trim Levels
1LT CVT, 1LT Manual, 2LT CVT, 2LT Manual, LS CVT, LS Manual
Scion iQ Trim Levels
Base
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
84 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
83 foot-lbs @ 4200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.037 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
94 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
89 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.044 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
31 / 39 / 34
Range (city/hwy):
285 / 359 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
36 / 37 / 37
Range (city/hwy):
306 / 315 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bench Seats:
Standard
Internet Radio:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
50.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
49.7 inches
Cargo Space:
11.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
97.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
28.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
50.2 inches
Cargo Space:
3.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
77.3 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2269 lbs
Width:
62.9 inches
Height:
61 inches
Length:
144.7 inches
Wheelbase:
93.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2127 lbs
Width:
66.1 inches
Height:
59.1 inches
Length:
120.1 inches
Wheelbase:
78.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P185/55R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 5.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P175/60R16
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Granite Metallic
Blue
Denim Metallic
Green
Lime Metallic
Purple
Grape Ice
Red
Salsa
Silver
Silver Ice Metallic
White
Summit White
Yellow
Lemonade
Gray
Not available
Orange
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Sand Pearl
Blue
Pacific Blue Metallic
Green
Not available
Purple
Black Currant Metallic
Red
Not available
Silver
Classic Silver / Black Currant Metallic / Classic Silver Metallic
White
Blizzard Pearl
Yellow
Not available
Gray
Magnetic Gray Metallic
Orange
Hot Lava
Interior Colors
Green
Green with Green Trim
Silver
Silver with Blue Trim / Silver with Silver Trim
Yellow
Yellow with Yellow Trim
Black
Not available
Interior Colors
Green
Not available
Silver
Not available
Yellow
Not available
Black
Black
