Chevrolet Spark can make a comeback as an EV, Launch happening soon in India!

General Motors (GM), was an established and popular passenger vehicle manufacturer in India which used to sell their cars through their subsidiary company Chevrolet.

This American company had a variety of cars in their lineup that used to cater multiple segments of consumers. In this group of cars was Spark, which became widely popular just after its launch and many families purchased it because of its compact dimensions and stylish shape. However this car soon got discontinued when GM quit the Indian Market.

The good news is that General Motors is planning to bring a next generation Spark in a EV version and if reports are to be believed then it could have an India launch.

Chevrolet Spark EUV Activ: What Exactly Is It?

GM has displayed the Spark EUV Activ in Brazil which is a fully electric subcompact electric SUV. As soon as the images were viral, this car had similar design cues like the original Spark used to have. However many automotive enthusiasts make out similarities with a rebadged Baojun Yep Plus, which is a car from SAIC sold in China.

SAIC is one of China's biggest and leading automotive companies. SAIC is having strategic collaboration with General Motors and another Chinese company, Wuling. Together they own a brand named Baojun, under which they sell a range of different segments of cars.

Keeping aside the Chevy badge and logo, everything is similar and takes the same design cues from the China-spec Baojun Yep Plus.

Spark EUV Activ Design

The new Spark EV will get a boxy profile with a flat roofline and the design is upright. It even gets distinctive features like block pattern LED headlights, squared off wheel arches, roof rails, LED taillights, and a flat tailgate with short overhangs.

Powertrains

GM will be launching the Spark with EV versions globally, as it will be powered by a 41.9 kWh battery pack paired with a single electric motor on the rear axle producing 101 BHP of peak power.

RANGE: GM is preparing Spark EV for a longer range and is estimated to provide a peak range of 401 Km as per the CLTC cycle. This subcompact SUV can reach a top speed of 150 Kmph.

The Spark EUV Activ will get a dual screen setup featuring a 10.2-inch touchscreen infotainment system and a 10.2-inch digital display screen that have the facility of KIOS features. Other features include a 360-degree camera, automated parking assist, and an ADAS technology developed by DJI.

Chevrolet Spark EUV Active: Will it run again on Indian Roads?

The Spark brand is a popular brand among middle class families and Chevrolet can make benefit of the brand by launching it again in India making an emotional comeback through their favourite brand. However this car can launch in India in future, but not with the Spark branding.

SAIC, which is one of the biggest auto manufacturers, sells their cars in the country through MG Motors India. They are making plans to launch a subcompact SUV in India.

The platform on which MG’s future cars will underpin will also be significantly localised for the Indian market. Hence there is a strong possibility that this car can come under MG Motors with a different name and identity.