2014 CHEVROLET SPARK EV Vehicle Highlights: Chevy’s first all-electric mini car and most efficient retail EV in the U.S. EPA-estimated 82 miles (130 km) of driving range EPA-estimated combined city/highway fuel economy equivalent of 119 MPGe; saves $9,000 in fuel costs over five years compared to the average new vehicle 400 lb.-ft. (542 Nm) of instant torque, comparable to some high-performance sports cars Fun to drive, with 0-60 mph in less than eight seconds HOV lane-eligible Regenerative braking capability First EV to offer available SAE combo charger for DC fast charging (80 percent of charge in 20 minutes) Technologies including MyLink radio with seven-inch color touch-screen display, BringGo in-dash navigation (requires app purchase), Pandora, Stitcher and TuneIn global radio, Bluetooth, and iPhone functionality with Siri Personal Assistant Goes on sale in summer 2013 in California and Oregon, later in Canada, Europe and South Korea 2014 CHEVROLET SPARK EV: ZERO GAS – 100-PERCENT PURE ELECTRIC FUN The 2014 Chevrolet Spark EV is a pure electric urban mini-car designed for fun driving and easy ownership. It uses no gasoline, yet its GM-built motor and drive unit deliver 400 lb.-ft. (542 Nm) of instant torque, a top speed of 90 mph and a 0-60 time of less than eight seconds. Storing that energy from the charging process and the vehicle’s regenerative braking capability is a 21-kWh lithium-ion battery pack. When fully charged, Spark EV features a combined city/highway EPA-estimated range of 82 miles and an EPA-estimated city/highway 119 MPGe fuel economy equivalent, making it the most efficient U.S. retail electric vehicle on the market. For city dwellers whose transportation needs can be met with an all-electric vehicle, Spark EV builds on Chevrolet’s proven electric motor and battery development programs for the Chevrolet Volt and its full-size truck and SUV hybrid programs. Three available levels of recharging capability include the industry’s first use of the recently approved SAE combo charger for DC fast charging, which charges 80 percent of the battery in just 20 minutes. Aero refinements, unique wheels and tires and active shutter system on the grille opening help extend the Spark EV’s range. Inside, the standard Chevrolet MyLink Infotainment system provides a seven-inch color touch-screen that shows critical vehicle EV functions and connects with owners’ smartphones for infotainment that includes apps for Pandora, Stitcher, TuneIn global internet radio and BringGo full-function navigation (requires smartphone app purchase). For those with compatible iPhones, the system brings the Siri Personal Assistant into the car. Other standard technologies, such as remote start/cabin pre-conditioning, heated driver and front passenger seats, push-button start and OnStar are practically unheard of in the mini-car segment. “The Chevrolet Spark EV is a great city car that blends technology, functionality and style in an unexpected package,” said Cristi Landy, director of Chevrolet small and electrified vehicle marketing. “We built on the success of the Volt and the gasoline- powered Spark to offer an affordable, fun and efficient mini car our customers will love to drive.” GM engineers have completed more than one million miles and four million hours of validation on the battery packs in the Spark EV. Comprehensive warranty coverage includes a three-year/36,000-mile warranty, eight-year/100,000-mile drive battery warranty, five-year/100,000-mile transferrable powertrain warranty that includes emergency roadside assistance and courtesy transportation, and a six-year/100,000- mile rust-through warranty. The four-passenger, five-door Spark EV is generously equipped and available in 1LT and 2LT trim levels. Designed with efficiency in mind At a glance, Spark EV looks like its gasoline-powered counterpart, but engineers made small yet important changes to the Spark EV exterior for aerodynamic, range-extending improvements. They include: Unique chrome upper two-tier grille is closed to reduce airflow Electric charge portal over the driver’s side front wheel well Underbody panels, tire air deflectors and aero-optimized exterior mirrors Unique 15-inch aluminum wheels and low rolling resistance tires Active shutter system controls airflow through the lower intake opening Rocker system is lower and wider to increase tire coverage for improved aerodynamics Rear diffusers optimize airflow under the vehicle Unique roof-extending rear spoiler. Combined, all of these refinements help contribute to Spark EV’s 82 miles (130 km) of range and its impressive 0.326 coefficient of drag. Spark EV colors include Electric Blue, Silver Ice, Black Granite, Summit White and Titanium. Roomy, technology-filled interior Designers focused on creating an environment that is harmonious, uninterrupted, flowing and inviting to the senses. With 86.3 cu. ft. (2,444 L) of passenger volume and 9.6 cu. ft. (272 L) of cargo volume, Spark EV is one of the largest vehicles in the segment. Storage options include a center console bin, door pocket bottle holders, a passenger IP storage tray and four cup holders, two each in the front and rear. Cloth seats are standard and leatherette-trimmed seats are available. The dramatic, customizable instrument cluster/Driver Information Center helps drivers get the most out of their EV experience. The cluster includes: Seven-inch full-color LCD display screen that provides digital and graphic feedback Efficiency gauge for the propulsion battery power Digital speedometer Confidence gauge for remaining EV range shows real-time expected driving range based on driving style and other conditions Trip computer. The integrated center stack adds a second seven-inch, full-color touch-screen that includes the infotainment display, audio and climate controls, heated seat controls, USB, power outlet, defogger button and StabiliTrak/traction control on/off button. All knobs feature LED lighting for improved visibility and access. In the center console, an open storage area near the USB port provides a convenient location for a cell phone or portable music player. The Sport driving mode switch is located in front of the shift lever. Two Spark EV interior colors – Electric Blue and Dark Pewter – are available with all five exterior colors. Standard and available features Spark 1LT is generously equipped and includes these and other standard features: 120V onboard charger 240V charging capability Four-wheel disc brakes with ABS and regenerative braking Six speakers Fifteen-inch aluminum wheels Ten standard air bags Air conditioning Bluetooth capability Center stack-mounted seven-inch color touch-screen display Chevrolet MyLink, USB port, auxiliary input jack Chrome liftgate handle Seven-inch color Driver Information Center display Cruise control Electric parking brake Heated driver and front passenger cloth seats Power locks and windows Remote keyless entry Remote start/passenger compartment pre-conditioning Steering wheel-mounted controls SiriusXM Satellite Radio (three-month trial period) Spark 2LT includes 1LT standard content plus heated leatherette driver and front passenger seats, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. Available on both models is the SAE combo charger for DC fast charging. It recharges the battery to 80-percent capacity in 20 minutes. Chevrolet MyLink connectivity gets personal MyLink is standard on all Spark EV models, and was designed to provide Spark EV customers with the ability to view their EV performance and personalize their infotainment delivery. MyLink for Spark EV consists of a seven-inch diagonal touch screen, AM/FM/SiriusXM Satellite Radio (with three months of service) stereo with seek-and-scan, digital clock, Bluetooth streaming audio for music and select phones, voice recognition for compatible smartphones and six speakers. EV-related information is accessed through a menu icon and includes an animated power-flow graphic, an energy information screen and access to screens that allow the driver to program charging preferences. For infotainment, MyLink operates by integrating the owner’s compatible smartphone and stored media – via Bluetooth, plug-in outlet or USB – with the radio. That lets owners enjoy simple, safe and personalized connectivity while their smartphone is stowed. It also makes it easy to accommodate new apps. MyLink is simple to use: The owner selects from menu options on the touch screen: Audio, Pictures & Movies, Telephone, Smartphone Link and Settings. Each menu selection takes the user though a list of easy-to-select functions. MyLink also includes compatibility with Siri for customers with a compatible iPhone running iOS6, as well as apps for BringGo in-dash navigation (requires smartphone app purchase) and TuneIn, which provides access to 70,000 global radio stations, Pandora and Stitcher Smart Radio. In MyLink-equipped Spark EVs, owners can use Siri in Eyes Free mode to: Make voice-activated, hands-free calls to Contacts on their iPhone Play songs in the iTunes library, and even switch music sources automatically from AM/FM/XM radio to iPod mode Listen to, and compose and send an iMessage or text message to a phone number or anyone in saved Contacts Access Calendar and add appointments Minimize distraction even more by keeping the screen of the iPhone from lighting up, even when Siri answers simple questions such as game scores or the dates of national holidays While in Eyes Free mode, Siri will not provide answers to complex questions that require displaying a web page. The available BringGo app provides full-function, in-dash navigation via MyLink, as well as live traffic updates, for less than $60. It also includes: Emergency information such as police, fire and the nearest hospital Thousands of points of interest Local Search via Google Where am I? locator Live traffic functionality provides crash reports and lane closures, and with alternative routes 3-D maps Ability to store native maps to the customer’s smartphone, giving them access to locations and turn-by-turn directions even when phone signal quality is poor.