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2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark MPG & Fuel Cost
3 model years · 31–34 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 9 of 10 small car configurations, MY2015. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark at a glance
The 2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark covers 3 model years in the EPA database (8 configurations in all), rated 31–34 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2015, costs about $1,940 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Spark 1.2L 4-cyl FWD (34 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). Powertrains over the years: gas and electric. EPA changed the ratings in 2014 and 2015.
2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Gas, Electric | 33–34 MPG, 119 MPGe | $780–$1,980 | Ratings changed |
| 2014 | Gas, Electric | 33–34 MPG, 119 MPGe | $770–$1,980 | Ratings changed |
| 2013 | Gas | 31–34 MPG | $1,950–$2,090 | First year |
What the 2015 Spark 1.2L 4-cyl FWD costs to drive
Per month
$162
$1,940 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$3.23
Per 100 miles
$12.93
Five years
$9,700
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the small car median
$1,100less a year
Class median $3,040 a year, MY2015
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2015 Chevrolet Spark MPG
Versus 2014: The most efficient configuration stays at 34 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $1,940.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spark 1.2L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 1.2L 4-cyl | FWD | 31 | 38 | 34 | $1,940 |
| Spark 1.2L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 1.2L 4-cyl | FWD | 30 | 37 | 33 | $1,980 |
Electric configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | kWh/100 mi | MPGe | Range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EV (Most efficient) | FWD | 28 | 119 | 82 mi | $780 |
MPGe is the distance an electric car travels on 33.7 kWh, the energy in a gallon of gasoline. Fewer kWh per 100 miles means a lower running cost.
2014 Chevrolet Spark MPG
33–34 MPG, 119 MPGe · $770–$1,980/yr
Versus 2013: The most efficient configuration stays at 34 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $1,950 to $1,940, $10 less.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spark 1.2L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 1.2L 4-cyl | FWD | 31 | 38 | 34 | $1,940 |
| Spark 1.2L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 1.2L 4-cyl | FWD | 30 | 37 | 33 | $1,980 |
Electric configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | kWh/100 mi | MPGe | Range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EV (Most efficient) | FWD | 28 | 119 | 82 mi | $770 |
MPGe is the distance an electric car travels on 33.7 kWh, the energy in a gallon of gasoline. Fewer kWh per 100 miles means a lower running cost.
2013 Chevrolet Spark MPG
31–34 MPG · $1,950–$2,090/yr
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spark 1.2L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 1.2L 4-cyl | FWD | 31 | 37 | 34 | $1,950 |
| Spark 1.2L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 1.2L 4-cyl | FWD | 28 | 36 | 31 | $2,090 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Spark 1.2L 4-cyl FWD: $2,640 in California and $1,690 in Texas, a $950 difference.
- California $2,640
- Washington $2,440
- New York $1,940
- Florida $1,830
- Texas $1,690
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2015 small car models.
Generations
- 2013-2015 (M300)
- 2016-2022 (M400)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark get?
EPA rates the 2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark at 31–34 MPG combined across 8 configurations and 3 model years. The most efficient version, the 2015 Spark 1.2L 4-cyl FWD, is rated 34 MPG (31 city, 38 highway). By powertrain: Gas: 31–34 MPG; Electric: 119 MPGe.
Which years had the best MPG in the 2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark?
Every model year of the 2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark tops out at 34 MPG combined, so no year is better than another.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2014 and 2015.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2015 Chevrolet Spark per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Spark 1.2L 4-cyl FWD costs about $1,940 a year. Across all 3 configurations the cost runs $780–$1,980 a year. That is a $1,200 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2015 Chevrolet Spark 100 miles?
About $12.93 per 100 miles for the Spark 1.2L 4-cyl FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $5.20 and $13.20 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2015 Chevrolet Spark more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Spark 1.2L 4-cyl FWD is rated 31 city and 38 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 7 MPG.
How does the 2015 Chevrolet Spark compare with other small car configurations?
The Spark 1.2L 4-cyl FWD costs about $1,940 a year to fuel, $1,100 less than the class median of $3,040, and less than 9 of 10 small car configurations. The comparison covers all 385 rated small car configurations for MY2015, not weighted by sales.
What is the range and charging cost of the 2015 Chevrolet Spark?
EPA rates the range at 82 miles depending on configuration, and the EV FWD goes 82 mi. Efficiency is 28 kWh per 100 miles (119 MPGe). At residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026), charging costs $780 a year, or $5.20 per 100 miles for the EV FWD.
Is the 2015 Chevrolet Spark different from the 2014 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 34 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $1,940. EPA lists 3 configurations for 2015 against 3 configurations for 2014. See the 2014 Chevrolet Spark for that year.