The Cheapest New Car in North America is Now a Chevy

With a starting price of $9,995 excluding freight, the 2016 Chevrolet Spark is Canada’s cheapest car.

When converted into USD at the current rates, the Spark would sell for just about $6954.01. But in the U.S., the car actually sells for a base price of $13,535.

Completely redesigned for the 2016 model year, the new Spark comes standard with 10 airbags and a backup camera while its powered by a fuel-efficient 1.4-liter four-cylinder engine with 98 horsepower. Despite its low price, the Spark also comes standard with a seven-inch MyLink touchscreen infotainment system that gives owners a simple and smart way to access Android Auto and Apple CarPlay in their vehicle. OnStar with 4G LTE is also standard on the compact.

Compared to its predecessor, the 2016 Chevrolet Spark rides on a brand new architecture that has a slightly longer wheelbase than the outgoing model. Overall it is however 1.6 inches shorter, a change that helps improve aerodynamics and fuel economy.

Chevrolet said that 35 percent of Spark buyers are first-time new vehicle buyers while 45 percent are new to the Chevrolet brand in Canada.

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