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    Holden Barina Spark

    Holden Barina Spark Reviews

    You'll find all our Holden Barina Spark reviews right here. Holden Barina Spark prices range from $6,600 for the Barina Spark CD to $10,780 for the Barina Spark CD.

    Our reviews offer detailed analysis of the Barina Spark's features, design, practicality, fuel consumption, engine and transmission, safety, ownership and what it's like to drive.

    The most recent reviews sit up the top of the page, but if you're looking for an older model year or shopping for a used car, scroll down to find Holden Barina Spark dating back as far as 2010.

    Or, if you just want to read the latest news about the Holden Barina Spark, you'll find it all here

    Holden Barina Spark Reviews

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    Used Holden Barina Spark review: 2010-2012

    Used Holden Barina Spark review: 2010-2012

    7 Jul 2014 by Graham Smith
    Graham Smith road tests and reviews the used 2010-2012 Holden Barina Spark. Read more
    expertguide
    Holden Barina Spark 2012 review

    Holden Barina Spark 2012 review

    13 Dec 2012 by Craig Duff
    Some bright spark forgot to include an auto in Holden’s light hatch when it launched in 2010. The Spark (Holden calls it a Barina Spark but it is no relation to the light-sized car) now belatedly has... Read more
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    Holden Barina Spark EV 2012 review

    Holden Barina Spark EV 2012 review

    16 Nov 2012 by Joshua Dowling
    Meet the cheapest mass-produced electric car on the road today, the US version of the Holden Barina Spark. When it goes on sale next year it’s expected to cost less than $30,000.But with the US... Read more
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    Best fuel bill busters

    Best fuel bill busters

    1 Nov 2012 by Joshua Dowling
    Did you get a shock a couple of weeks ago when the price of petrol jumped almost 30 cents litre at the pump? Fear not, help is here.There’s little you can do about the rising cost of oil – but there... Read more
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    Best cheap cars

    Best cheap cars

    7 Jul 2011 by Bruce McMahon
    …and competent budget cars rolling out of Australian showrooms.Cheap in 2011 no longer means tin-can terrible; from $11,790 for the Suzuki Alto to $12,990 for Nissan's Micra there's the choice of... Read more
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    Holden Barina Spark 2011 review

    Holden Barina Spark 2011 review

    4 Jun 2011 by Chris Riley
    I was ready to spend the next 600 words bagging out this car. But then the boss (she who must be obeyed) reminded me who Holden's Barina Spark is targeted at. And that's city dwellers who just want... Read more
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    Holden Barina Spark 2011 review

    Holden Barina Spark 2011 review

    12 May 2011 by Karla Pincott
    What makes for a good city car? If you want something that's small and nimble enough to nudge right up to your favourite barista's elbow - and won't bust your fuel budget idling through the traffic... Read more
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    Holden Barina Spark 2010 review

    Holden Barina Spark 2010 review

    30 Nov 2010 by Neil Dowling
    I AM so delighted that Holden released the Spark on the Australian market. For quite a while, I didn't have much to complain about. Now, thanks to the Spark, I do.This is a car that is perfect for... Read more
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    Holden Barina Spark CD 2010 review

    Holden Barina Spark CD 2010 review

    20 Oct 2010 by Paul Pottinger
    For a start, this is not the new Barina as such. That comes late next year to play against the Mazda2, Ford Fiesta, Hyundai i20 and - at some point - a sub-Polo sized Volkswagen.This, on the other... Read more

    Pricing guides

    $8,690
    Based on third party pricing data
    Lowest Price
    $6,600
    Highest Price
    $10,780
    See all Holden Barina Spark pricing & specs

    Range and Specs

    VehicleSpecsPrice*
    CD 1.2L, ULP, 4 SP AUTO $7,700 – 10,780 2016 Holden Barina Spark CD Pricing and Specs
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    * Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price

    Holden Barina Spark News

    Dude, where are our cars? From the Holden Caprice and Ford Territory to the bargain-basement Suzuki Alto and sexy Honda CR-Z coupe, the car segments that have virtually or totally disappeared over the past decade

    Dude, where are our cars? From the Holden Caprice and Ford Territory to the bargain-basement Suzuki Alto and sexy Honda CR-Z coupe, the car segments that have virtually or totally disappeared over the past decade

    28 May 2022 by Byron Mathioudakis
    2015 New York motor show | the important cars

    2015 New York motor show | the important cars

    10 Apr 2015 by Craig Duff
    Best small car deals for under $16,000

    Best small car deals for under $16,000

    31 Oct 2014 by Joshua Dowling
    Holden prices rise across most models

    Holden prices rise across most models

    19 Sep 2014 by Paul Gover
    Holden issues eleventh recall

    Holden issues eleventh recall

    5 Aug 2014 by Joshua Dowling
    Korea is beating Japanese brands

    Korea is beating Japanese brands

    25 Sep 2013 by Paul Gover
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    New Hatchbacks under $25,000

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    Holden Barina Spark FAQs

    No car is perfect, so we've gathered everything relating to the Holden Barina Spark reliability here to help you decide if it's a smart buy.

    Why is the clutch in my 2013 Holden Barina Spark making a clicking noise?

    How do I know if I need to change the gearbox in my 2011 Holden Barina Spark?

    Holden Barina Spark 2011: Can I change the manual gear lever?

    Holden Barina Spark 2010: Piston misfire

    Holden issues eleventh recall

    Holden Barina Spark Towing Capacity

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