3 Years Completed on my Chevrolet

I purchased Spark 1.0 PS in October 2009, and I completed 3 Yrs and 33K kilometers now.

My plan was to buy Alto, but my wife was against it. Her choice was Wagon R. Wagon R with almost 35K more it didn't fit my budget. Then I went for test drive for Spark and I felt it has better driving than Wagon R. So I went with Spark.

I am happy that I didn't buy Alto, I do not think it can match ride quality, presence on road and space I got with Spark. And not a single breakdown in till date.

Exterior Basically I do not like the looks Spark has. For that matter I do not like any one of the budget hatchbacks.

One issue I face is the paint quality and the body quality. It dents on slightest provocation :) . At a traffic signal one bike guy came from behind and fell against the left side back door. He then just drew away. I then got down and checked , found a big scratches on paint and deep dents.

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) I do not like the overall dash design. But the central mounted speedo console has never been an issue. I know only about the driving seat. The driving seat is excellent , no pains felt even after 33K kms.

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox Not sluggish. All 3Yrs. I mostly used to drive at speeds between 80-100 Kms at Mumbai - mostly highways. Eastern Express, Sion-Panvel.

Fuel ecomony I get around 15kms/ltr without AC.

Ride Quality & Handling Ride Quality and Handling is A BIG THUMPS UP. Its very easy to handle.

Final Words I have got regular service at the Dealer , every 6 months or even before, I have not spent any money for maintenance, I have got spark plug, engine oil, filters, belt , brakepad etc etc .. changed as per the manufacturer's booklet without any charges. Apart from the scheduled part changes, they also changes parts as per owner's complaints, I got some my suspension parts replaced free of cost at end of 33 month after I complained of noice.

If I am given a choice again for small hatchback I will again for Spark. Its a nice car.

Areas of improvement Paint and Exterior Body panel quality.