Here at Art Gamblin Motors, your Buckley car dealer, we are very excited about Chevrolet’s new mini car: The all-new 2013 Spark! The Spark dominates the mini car segment with more available features, outstanding value and solid performance. This fact is clearly evident when comparing the Chevrolet Spark to the Nissan Versa:
The 2012 Nissan Versa is available as an all-new 4-door Sedan or as a carryover 5-door hatchback. Since the current hatchback is near the end model run and will be redesigned later this year, our comparison is against the new sedan. The Versa Sedan is available in three models: S, SV and SL. All Versa models share the same 1.6L DOHC 4-cylinder engine. Transmission choices are limited to a 5-speed manual or CVT automatic. Unlike the Chevrolet Spark, the Versa is not a mini car, but rather a larger subcompact. It competes against Spark by virtue of its price.
Chevrolet Spark advantages vs. Nissan Versa S Sedan
• Fresh 5-door body style. All Chevrolet Sparks are 4-door hatchbacks. The 2012 Versa hatchback is an old model that is about to be replaced. If you want an updated Versa, you must settle for a 4-door sedan.
• Standard alloy wheels on all models. All Spark models have standard alloy wheels regardless of trim level. The Nissan Versa S and SV models have standard steel wheels with wheel covers.
• Available Hill Start Assist. Both of Spark’s transmissions include a Hill Start Assist feature. This feature is not available with Nissan Versa.
• More front leg room. Spark has more front leg room than Nissan Versa.
• Standard OnStar. Spark’s standard OnStar telematics system provides a suite of services including Automatic Crash Response, Turn-by-Turn Navigation, Vehicle Diagnostics and much more. A telematics system is not available on Nissan Versa.
• MyLink Radio. Nissan Versa has nothing comparable to Spark’s MyLink Radio with its embedded apps.
• OnStar RemoteLink. Spark owners can check on their vehicle diagnostics, lock/unlock their doors and do much more from anywhere they have mobile phone service. OnStar RemoteLink takes connectivity a step further by delivering real-time vehicle information at your fingertips. Since Nissan Versa lacks a telematics system, it cannot perform tasks comparable to RemoteLink.
• Standard satellite radio. Satellite radio, with three months’ service included, is standard on Spark 1LT. Satellite radio is not available on Nissan Versa S or SV models. To get satellite radio on Nissan Versa, you must move up to the top-of-the-line SL model and purchase a pricey Tech package.
• More speakers. Chevrolet Spark 1LT includes six
audio speakers. The Nissan Versa S includes only
two speakers.
• Bluetooth for phone and audio. Spark 1LT features Bluetooth for both phone and audio. Bluetooth is not offered on Nissan Versa S. To get Bluetooth on Versa, you must move up to SV model and purchase a convenience package or purchase the SL model.
• Superior connectivity. A USB port is included on Spark 1LT. A USB port is not available on Versa S or SV models. To get a USB port on Versa, you must move up to SL model and purchase a Tech package.
• Superior warranty peace of mind. The Versa’s 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty can’t compete with the Spark’s 5-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty.
• Emergency roadside assistance. Spark owners receive the peace of mind of emergency roadside assistance for five years. Roadside assistance is not available with Versa.
• More air bags. All Spark models have 10 standard air bags. Nissan Versa has six air bags.
• Theft prevention. An engine immobilizer is standard on Spark; not available on Versa.
• Oil Life Monitor. This feature is not offered on Nissan Versa.
• Outside temperature display. All Spark models include a standard outside temperature display. This feature is not available on Versa S.
We invite you to come test drive a new 2013 Chevrolet Spark here with us at Art Gamblin Motors in Enumclaw Washington; and experience something unexpected. We promise that you will enjoy our welcoming pressure-free environment, with plenty of expert sales associates available to handle all of your needs. Above all we are committed to treating you like family, something that is natural for us being family owned and operated for over 43 years. Come see the difference for yourself and see why we are the highest online rated Chevrolet dealer in the state!