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2015 Chevrolet Spark EV: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The most important change for the 2015 Chevrolet Spark EV is revised final-drive gearing that improves acceleration. Otherwise, it is largely a carryover from 2014, with the same 82-mile EPA range and two-trim lineup.
About the 2015 Chevrolet Spark EV
1st and only Spark EV generation for the US market (2014-2016), second year.
Chevrolet pitches the Spark EV as a city-sized electric hatchback that is fun first, not just efficient. The marketing leans on "Pure. Electric. Fun." and pairs that with instant torque, easy parking, room for four, and simple touchscreen controls. Its core appeal versus other early EVs is lively around-town acceleration in a tiny footprint, plus real hatchback usefulness for commuting and short daily trips.
The 2015 Spark EV is a small four-seat electric car aimed at city driving, with a 140-hp motor, an 18.4-kWh battery, heated front seats, and a 7-inch touchscreen. The 1LT covers the main features, while the 2LT keeps the same performance and range but adds synthetic leather upholstery and a leather-wrapped steering wheel.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
Chevrolet revised the final-drive ratio from 3.17 to 3.87 across both trims, improving its factory 0–60 mph estimate to 7.2 seconds without changing the 82-mile EPA range. The 2015 electric drive is rated at 140 hp and 327 lb-ft of torque; Chevrolet had published figures of 130 hp and 400 lb-ft for 2014.
2015 Chevrolet Spark EV specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Electric Motor | Electric Motor |
| Transmission | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | Single-Speed Fixed Gear |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Horsepower | 140 hp | 140 hp |
| Torque | 327 lb-ft | 327 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 23.4 cu-ft | 23.4 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 35.2 in | 35.2 in |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Electric Range | 82 | 82 |
| MPGe Combined | 119 | 119 |
| Alarm System | ||
| Alloy Wheels | ||
| Rear Spoiler | ||
| Satellite Radio | ||
| Smartphone Interface | ||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||
| Heated Front Seats | ||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||
| Tilt Wheel | ||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2015 Chevrolet Spark EV compared with the 2014 model?
The 2015 Spark EV received revised final-drive gearing for quicker acceleration. Its two trims, 82-mile EPA range, styling, safety equipment, and main cabin technology otherwise carried over with no meaningful changes.
Did the 2015 Chevrolet Spark EV gain more driving range?
No. The 2015 Spark EV retains the same 82-mile EPA range despite its revised gearing and quicker factory acceleration estimate.
Do the 2015 Spark EV 1LT and 2LT have different performance or range?
No. Both 2015 Spark EV trims use the same 140-hp electric drive, revised 3.87 final-drive ratio, 18.4-kWh battery, and 82-mile EPA range.
What is the difference between the 2015 Spark EV 1LT and 2LT?
The 2LT mainly has a more finished cabin. It adds synthetic leather upholstery and a leather-wrapped steering wheel, while performance, battery capacity, and driving range remain the same as in the 1LT.
Does the 2015 Chevrolet Spark EV have cabin preconditioning?
Yes. The 2015 Spark EV has remote-start cabin preconditioning, which lets the climate system warm or cool the cabin before driving. Both trims also have heated front seats.
2015 Chevrolet Spark EV Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2015 Chevrolet Spark EV.
4.3
2015 Chevrolet Spark EV
(43 reviews)
“I want to be able to use GPS without having the radio on. I would like there be have been more color choices. Takes to long to recharge.”
“It's a small compact fully electric car with tons of room inside. By folding down the backseats the storage is insane. The mileage on a charge is impressive.”