Next-gen Chevrolet Spark (Beat) showcased at Dubai Motor Show

General Motors has displayed the next-generation Spark hatchback at the ongoing 2015 Dubai Motor Show. The Spark will be called the Beat in India.

The new Spark features sleeker styling than the outgoing model. At the front, it has new headlamps, a redesigned dual port grille, a new front bumper with redesigned fog lamp enclosures and a new bonnet. The sides of the car see redesigned ORVMs, new character lines and restyled alloy wheels. The rear of the car features redesigned tail lamps, a new bumper and a roof-mounted rear spoiler. The car is lower than the outgoing model by 40 mm. However, its wheelbase is longer by 100 mm.

The interiors of the Spark have been redesigned as well. There is a new black dashboard, a redesigned instrument cluster and a new multifunction steering wheel. The car also gets the next-generation Chevrolet MyLink infotainment system with a 7-inch-diagonal colour touch screen. Safety equipment includes dual front airbags.

The Spark is powered by a 1.4-litre, 4-cylinder petrol engine from General Motors' Ecotec engine family. This engine is estimated to produce 98 BHP and is mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox or a CVT. In India, 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder petrol and diesel engines are likely to be used to power the car.

General Motors builds the Spark at its facility in Changwon, South Korea.

Source: Indian Autos Blog