a Transformer movie. It’s curvy, but pointy too and comes in some distinctively, erm, distinctive colours. It has to be said it takes a real man to buy a car in ‘Pearl Pink’, and I did get a few amused looks from passers-by during my road-testing period. I actually grew to like it, and from early mornings to Autumn evenings the unusual, undefinable shade seemed to change slightly every time I looked at it. It also comes in a very distinct ‘Cocktail Green’ which, should it venture across your sightline will pop your eyes out clean from their sockets instantly. For those people who like to blend in more subtly, (Summit) White is also available. Overall There are lots of decent small cars around at the moment and competition is stiff. The new Skoda Citigo and VW UP!, the Fiesta, Kia Picanto and the Hyundai i10 are all excellent.
The Spark is good enough to join that list and what it lacks in power and refinement, makes up for in aesthetic youth appeal. Price-wise there are cheaper, but a big selling point is a Warranty that includes five years servicing, and roadside assistance. It’s fairly low emissions (119g/km of CO2) mean Road Tax will be free in the first year and just £30 thereafter. Plus, insurance premiums will be low enough for most young drivers to afford, whether they play for Manchester United or not. Chevrolet Spark LT 1.2 5 Speed Manual Transmission Power output: 81 PS (60.0 kW) Fuel consumption: urban 42.8mpg / extra-urban 67.3mpg / combined 55.4mpg CO2 Emissions: 119g/km Top Speed: 102mph
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