Holden Barina Spark 2010-2016 used car review

The Holden Barina Spark is a very small car best kept in the city where it performs well.

Richard Edwards

Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group

Exterior

Drive

Safety

Value

Interior

Overall score , 3.1 out of 5

The good

Easy to park with a tiny turning circle
Youthful, fun design

The not-so-good

Not particularly fuel efficient for a small car
Tiny boot struggles with luggage

Inside and out

On the road

Safety

Reliability

Cost of ownership

Buyers' guide

Variants

Timeline

Details

Review vehicle

2013 Holden Barina hatch CDX

Price

$6,500 to $10,000 for models which have travelled 70,000 to 120,000km

Engine

1.2-litre four-cylinder petrol, 63kW/112Nm (claimed)

Transmission

Four-speed automatic, front-wheel drive

Safety rating

Four-star ANCAP rating

Servicing

15,000km or 12 months

Spare wheel

Space saver

Fuel economy

5.8-litres per 100km (claimed)

Fuel type

Regular

Length

3675mm

Width

1597mm

Height

1549mm

Towing capacity

Unrated

Turning circle

9.9m

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Richard Edwards

Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group

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