Where is the Chevrolet Spark made? Country of manufacture of Chevrolet - where are the models of the American company assembled? Awards and figures

Initially, many believe that the Chevrolet Spark is an Uzbek car, but the roots lie deep within the development of the car. Trying to trace history vehicle, and also answer the main question - "where is the Chevrolet Spark assembled?".

Historical facts

The production of Spark in South Korea was carried out from 2005 to 2010. This is the second generation of cars. Before that, the car was known to the world as the Chevrolet Matiz. But, for European buyers, it was positioned as Spark. Although there were no differences.

The 2nd and 4th generations of Spark were assembled at a factory in South Korea.

From 2010 to 2015, the third generation was produced in Uzbekistan. But, given the policy of General Motors and not conscientious build quality, it was decided to return production to the South Korean branch. The fourth generation is still produced in South Korea. For a European buyer, the 4th generation of Spark is called Opel Karl.

Description of the Korean factory

The plant in South Korea is quite powerful and has several workshops. Attachments are produced right here in the body shop, but the bodies are delivered from the United States in disassembled form, after which they are welded using special robots.

Basically, the plant is an assembly and painting complex, since spare parts are delivered from the main factories of the American representative office. So, the assembly is semi-automated, and at the initial stages it requires little human intervention. Electrics and glass parts are assembled by hand.

Salon and part of the body Spark.

Painting is fully automated and is carried out first in a special bath, and then individual, already painted elements are hung. After complete assembly and painting, the car undergoes full quality control and, if defects are found, it is returned to be eliminated.

So, today we would like to talk about who today owns the honor and the right to produce one of the most successful American car brands - Chevrolet. To say that the country of production of Chevrolet is England, or the USA, or Russia - in any case, it will be incorrect, because due to localization for each specific market, automakers, for commercial reasons, often even offer their own model ranges, not to mention the almost ubiquitous presence of DKD - large assembly.

Production or assembly?

A full answer to the question that we want to analyze today will require a fundamental definition of what is meant by the concept of “production”?

AvtoVAZ with its group of companies OAT from satellite plants was the only company in the world that produced auto components and carried out their further assembly on their own conveyor. As a result, there is a complete absence of the need to conduct a dialogue with component suppliers about the economic component, about the advisability of at least periodic production audits, and, as a natural result, hundreds of defective parts that were then installed on cars that have already set the teeth on edge throughout the country with their unreliability and unpredictability.

Major global brands operate in a completely different way. The components from which cars are assembled are produced by third-party companies that are also global brands - take Faurecia - whose plastic products (interior and exterior elements) are used for Ford, Renault, Nissan, and many more brands around the world. the world. Gestamp - steel stamping of body elements, Johnson Controls - relays and switches. The plant of each of these companies is present on all continents and in almost all developed countries.

We may now reveal a terrible secret, but the so-called automaker does not so much carry out production, but simply assembles a car on the assembly line from components that are produced by far more than one third-party manufacturer.

So it's more about assembly, to be precise in terms.

Chevrolet and Chevrolet

And now, since we have clarified the moment for production and assembly, let's figure out a little what the Chevrolet brand is.

We should start with the fact that the Chevrolet brand and trademark belong to the well-known American automobile concern General Motors, in the future, for brevity, we will simply call it GM.

Historically, Chevrolet was born in the northern part of the United States, where to this day they continue to produce those models that gave the brand world fame, honor and glory - massive SUVs that can compete with all-terrain vehicles in terms of cross-country ability, elegant and powerful sports models, hallmark which are naturally aspirated engines of impressive size and power, and of course supercars. It's in North America. And unfortunately it cannot be said that North American models are widely represented on automotive market Russia.

And here is another division of the company, whose product, on the contrary, is offered by every 4th car dealership in our country, located in South Korea.

And although the name is exactly the same - Chevrolet, but the products manufactured are almost 100% related to the Korean concern Daewoo that has sunk into oblivion. Many still need to remember the 2 most popular models 2000s - Espero and Nexia. Well, today South Korean Chevrolets are all cars of the “economy” or “economy +” class.

Therefore, the answer to the question “where is the Chevrolet Cruze assembled?” or “where they collect Chevrolet Aveo” is unequivocal - in Korea at the production facilities of the old Daewoo plant!

Although it is more than possible to understand the management of GM. In terms of sales management, they made a very smart move by acquiring a nearly bankrupt Daewoo company. But now in model range manufacturer there are cars of all classes and categories, from low-budget small cars to supercars and business sedans, which in some cases have a truly cosmic cost.

This is very important in terms of brand strategic positioning.

Oddly enough, the consumer is more likely to turn to a company that cares about everyone, both those who can buy a premium car and those who are just about to buy their first economy car from a foreign manufacturer, saying goodbye to classics of the Russian car industry.

South Korean Americans

Residents of Russia and Europeans, when they are asked which country is the manufacturer of Chevrolet cars, give an unequivocal answer that Korea.

This is quite natural, since the lion's share of cars currently sold in the markets of Russia and Europe are really assembled on the conveyors of South Korea and are essentially nothing more than a continuation of the line of budget cars that existed under the auspices of the Korean brand Daewoo.

The most popular and well-known models to our consumers were and continue to be named Matiz and Nexia.

Although about 3 years ago budget cars economy class, an economy plus class model was added - the Chevrolet Lacetti, which received new life after a small facelift under the name Daewoo Gentra.

That is, the manufacturer Chevrolet seeks to go beyond the already familiar economy class in the Russian and European markets, gradually accustoming the consumer to the fact that more expensive, and, consequently, comfortable and powerful cars, appear on sale.

What is available on the Russian market today from cars from the Chevrolet brand?

Budget small cars Spark, Cobalt, Lanos and Aveo (assembled in Korea)
- Comfort class sedan - Chevrolet Cruze, Captiva crossover and Orlando family minivan (also of the South Korean brand Daewoo)
- Niva Chevrolet- this is already a product of a joint venture based on AvtoVAZ OJSC
- And finally, the true progenitors and pearls of the brand - the famous Camaro, who became famous not only among consumers, but also on movie screens, legendary model The Corvette is a sharp and impressive sports car, and the classic American Malibu sedan.
- With regards to heavyweights, this is the TrailBlazer and Tahoe - American jeeps with huge engines and external dimensions. By the way, the Tahoe is the official secret service car under the President of the United States, which in itself sounds like an impressive recommendation.

So you don’t have to ask car dealership managers questions “where are Chevrolet Lanos, Captiva or Orlando assembled”. Now you definitely know that they are collected in South Korea.

Also note that cars that are assembled in the USA are very different from cars that are of Korean or Russian origin. Everything is completely different, of a different quality, a different level, and of course at a different price.

In no case do not refuse a test drive and remember that heavy jeeps - TrailBlazer and Tahoe - try it yourself and we assure you - you will like it!

Conclusion

Today we will not focus much on Chevrolet models presented in the United States - it is still almost impossible to officially buy them in Russia or Europe.

Moreover, you will definitely have difficulties with their repair if you still decide to purchase such a car according to the “gray scheme”, which we strongly do not recommend you do.

The fact is that the entire production base for a certain market is built on the basis of a certain information system, which contains everything without exception VIN number and cars produced for a particular market.

And the VIN number of a car for an automaker is a passport, an identity card of a manufactured and sold car. According to the VIN, it is determined from which components the car was assembled, which warranty repairs what is to be replaced and what is not, and what and in what quantity should be kept in stock in case of scheduled or emergency repairs.

There are no American models in this list, because they should not be produced on this continent, and therefore it will be problematic to repair them in the event of a breakdown. Spare parts will literally have to wait from across the sea, and this is both time and nerves and inconvenience at once.

There is a feeling that in the coming years Chevrolet will carry out a restructuring of the product range for Russia and Europe, so it is possible that electric cars and classic American sedans and minivans from a well-known manufacturer will become available to us. In the meantime, we offer to enjoy what we have, looking with hope into the future of the American manufacturer in Russia.

To answer this question unequivocally for this model of Chevrolet cars is the same as about all developments famous brand, will not work. A quick digression into the history of the creation of the Chevrolet corporation will tell you that it was founded by a fan of American motorsport, a certain William Durant. The ambitions of an independent investor were not limited to this, and soon the well-known transatlantic corporation General Motors (GM) appeared in the world. However, it is impossible to call the USA the country that produces this car model. The corporation has its own production in almost any large developed state, which have characteristic differences. Having visited spare parts catalog Chevrolet Spark, located on the website of the Avtokor online store, any owner of this car will find the necessary high-quality replacement parts at the manufacturer's price.

Fact . In the markets of the post-Soviet countries until 2012, the models of the Chevrolet brand were associated with domestic motorists with inexpensive budget cars. At the same time, in the United States, vehicles with a well-known and recognizable logo are a prestigious and expensive offer.

GM Corporation Policy

North American Chevrolet cars are, first of all, unparalleled SUVs with huge potential, sports cars and supercars at space prices. The South Korean incarnation of Chevrolet, and any domestic motorist will say that this model- the product of this country (and will be partly right), has a slightly different focus. For the most part, cars with this logo are produced here on the basis of "Daewoo" in a budget version. There was a need to buy spare parts for a Chevrolet Spark or any other model of this brand, the Avtokor online store is at the service of motorists. Professional free consultation, prompt delivery of original spare parts from the manufacturer, comfortable shape payment - all this is at the disposal of the client of the virtual trading platform.

This policy is beneficial to GM:

• the market is saturated with models coming off the assembly line in different configurations;

• the conquest of the European motorist by budgetary, but quite reliable and

• high-quality South Korean-made cars;

• filling the market of the countries of the post-Soviet space with inexpensive car models;

• testing innovative technologies for other GM models coupled with cheap assembly in South Korea.

Such a variety of offers has made Chevrolet one of the most mysterious, but at the same time, popular and in demand among motorists around the world.

History of the Chevrolet Spark

Using the example of the development (technical growth) of this nimble car, one can trace in which countries, apart from South Korea, this car was assembled:

1. The first generation known domestic motorists under the name "Chevrolet Matiz", was already being sold in many countries, like the Chevrolet Spark.
2. The second generation Chevrolet Matiz, introduced in 2005 in South Korea, was decided to be sold in Europe under the name Chevrolet Spark (although in some countries the first name remained unchanged). hatchback compact dimensions retained the external forms of its predecessor and was equipped with two types of engine - volumes of 0.8 liters and 1 liter. A 4-speed automatic was offered as an added bonus.
3. Since 2010, the South Korean auto industry began to produce a 5-door hatchback, which appeared in the Russian Federation from factories located in Uzbekistan. Two types of equipment were offered - a 1.2-liter engine with a manual transmission and a liter engine with a 4-speed automatic. The most budget version in the Russian Federation was offered for only 452,000 rubles, but at the end of 2015 it left the country's domestic market.
4. The fourth generation Chevrolet Spark, produced by the same South Korean auto industry since 2015 and targeted at the states of Asia and America, is not officially delivered to Russia, at least. In Europe, this model is called "Opel Karl". The model is presented in two forms - a 1-liter 3-cylinder and a 1.4-liter 4-cylinder engine. You can choose a 5-speed manual or CVT. In the US, the cost of this model starts from 13,000 North American rubles.
   In the Avtokor online store, you can choose and buy original spare parts for a 2007 Chevrolet Spark at the manufacturer's price, as well as for all subsequent models.

Creation chevrolet car Spark was preceded by a Korean transition automobile concern Daewoo to the American corporation General Motors. After that, the company "GM-Daewoo Auto&Technology" was established. As a result, all the machines of the concern, produced on domestic market Korea, changed their names to Chevrolet. So, in 2005, after significant changes in the exterior and interior, the car loved by many Daewoo Matiz was released under the name Chevrolet Spark. It differed from Matiz in its modernized design, more reliable construction and low cost. The car is made in the back of a five-door hatchback. The length of the car is 3.5 meters. One of two can be installed under the hood of the car gasoline engines: 52-horsepower 0.8-liter unit or 66-horsepower 1-liter engine. On the Russian market the car also comes under the Chevrolet Spark name. The engines of the first generation of the car complied with Euro 2 environmental standards. In 2008, after modification power units they began to meet Euro 3 toxicity standards.

Chevrolet Spark 2011 model year is designed on the same platform, which has been somewhat improved. The prototype of this model was selected from three proposed concepts on the Internet by ordinary motorists. The manufacturer kept its promise to bring the prototype to life, so the difference between the production version and the Beat prototype shown by the manufacturer in 2007 is minimal. Compared to its predecessor, the 2011 Chevrolet Spark has grown substantially across the board, resulting in a more spacious cabin. At the same time, the volume luggage compartment has not changed and is 170 liters. However, it can be increased by transforming rear seat up to 994 liters. The car is equipped with one of two engines with a capacity of 68 and 81 horsepower and a working volume of 1 and 1.2 liters, respectively. Both engines comply with Euro 4 environmental standards and can be aggregated with a 5-speed mechanical box gears, and a 1-liter engine can be paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission. Top version Chevrolet Spark 2011 is capable of speeds up to 162 km / h.

Specifications Chevrolet Spark

hatchback

city ​​car

• width 1597mm
• length 3 595mm
• height 1 522mm
• ground clearance 135mm
• places 5

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Traks 04-09-2007 23:16

Colleagues, tell me? And if possible, from what?

Women are interested. 3.5 months repaired "under warranty"
Replacing the gearbox seal. Well, the flywheel of the internal combustion engine

It became interesting!

I will be very grateful

Motorist 04-09-2007 23:19

Uzbekistan, it seems.

Traks 04-09-2007 23:21

In the passport - Slovenia.
But I highly doubt...

Motorist 04-09-2007 23:56

Oh, I said garbage a little mixed up. Why not Slovenia? It may very well be.

Kolovrat 05-09-2007 02:10

quote: Uzbekistan, it seems.

No, they are assembled at Uzdaeu Matiz. Spark is riveted somewhere in Europe.

xytaxis 05-09-2007 02:26

But not in Korea?

Kolovrat 05-09-2007 02:29

quote: But not in Korea?

Alex_F 05-09-2007 09:38

maybe in Korea. But definitely not in Uzbekistan.

Yeah Anywhere but not in Uzbekistan

Traks 05-09-2007 09:43

quote: Originally posted by Kolovrat:

maybe in Korea. But definitely not in Uzbekistan.

Maybe not in UzAuto, but hang out together www.matizclub.ru

Laborant 05-09-2007 10:07

xytaxis 05-09-2007 10:46

quote: Originally posted by Laborant:

I vote. - In Korea.

Der Fox 05-09-2007 10:46

General Motors plant, Incheon, Korea 100%, at one time I myself thought about this tachilu .... but IMHO the car is 100% female .. there is no place, the engine is weak .. but "feeds on the holy spirit" (C)
I heard that they want to produce in Ukraine (at ZAZ), supposedly, negotiations are underway about this

Traks 05-09-2007 12:27

Thank you so much!

888 05-09-2007 12:50

Interestingly, but the country does not fight for guilt?

Traks 05-09-2007 13:04

"Dark Forest" this Spark...
http://www.autorating.ru/test_article.php?id=2288
I quote:
Then why did the "Jeems" need to come up with a new name for the car? And this is done in order to distinguish new car from Daewoo Matiz produced in Uzbekistan / Daewoo Matiz(the plant in Uzbekistan is an independent production and does not apply to General Motors). Besides, some Western European company, which has absolutely nothing to do with the production of cars, has already registered the name Spark / Spark for its products. So, under the name Spark / Spark (translated from English as "spark"), the car will be sold only in the markets of Eastern Europe, including Russia.