Hariphil Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), the official distributor of Chevrolet in the Philippines, announced that the Spark EUV managed to clinch the 2026 Electric Car of the Year from the Federación Interamericana de Periodistas del Automóvil (FIPA) or Inter-American Federation of Automotive Journalism.
FIPA is said to be one of South America’s most respected organizations representing automotive journalists. The Chevrolet Spark EUV got the most votes from the automotive journalists who are members of FIPA, clinching the 2026 Electric Car of the Year award. As such, HARI shared that the award further reinforces Spark EUV’s position as one of Chevrolet’s leading entry-level electric vehicles, now available in more than eight markets across the region, including the Philippines.
Of note, the Chevrolet Spark EUV recorded more than 1,000 deliveries in April in Brazil. The car brand said that this translates to a 70 percent increase from 628 units sold in March, marking its strongest monthly sales performance to date in the Brazilian market.
“The Chevrolet Spark EUV’s recognition as the 2026 Electric Car of the Year by FIPA is a proud milestone that reflects Chevrolet’s commitment to delivering innovative, accessible, and customer-focused electric mobility solutions,” said HARI Vice Chairman, President, and CEO Maria Fe Perez-Agudo.
“This award affirms Chevrolet’s long-term commitment to shaping the future of mobility and vision of delivering intelligent mobility solutions that respond to the evolving needs of today’s drivers. As we continue to expand Chevrolet’s electrified portfolio in the Philippines, the Spark EUV demonstrates that sustainability, advanced technology, and everyday practicality can coexist,” Perez-Agudo added.
The Spark EUV has a body design that comes with a modern-looking front end, thanks to its headlight design. It then comes with a front bumper that has a straightforward design. Turning to the side, the Spark EUV electric crossover has prominent wheel arches along with straight character lines and roof rails. The rear, on the other hand, has distinctive taillights.
Chevrolet Philippines shared that the Spark EUV is engineered for modern city life, making it a vehicle that’s said to be “easy to maneuver, tech-forward, and full of personality.” The Chevrolet Spark EUV comes with the following dual-tone exterior colors: Sea Blue with a White roof, Track Yellow, and Gentle Gray with a Black roof. The car brand is also offering a Milky Tea monotone option.
In terms of safety, the Spark EUV is equipped with a comprehensive suite of advanced safety technologies, including Adaptive Cruise Control, Traffic Jam Assist, Lane Safety Features, and a 360-degree Panoramic Camera,
The Chevrolet Spark EUV is powered by a 75 kW permanent magnet synchronous motor paired with a 41.9 kWh Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) battery. It produces 101 horsepower and 180 Nm of torque, which comes with a driving range of up to 360 kilometers (NEDC). The Spark EUV supports both AC and DC fast charging. Chevrolet claims the battery can be charged from 30 to 80 percent in around 35 minutes via the DC fast charger.
Autocar’s Take
The Chevrolet Spark EUV winning FIPA’s 2026 Electric Car of the Year is a testament to the electric crossover’s build quality. Clinching the said award is no easy feat, as it needs to pass the deliberation of automotive journalists who are members of Federación Interamericana de Periodistas del Automóvil (FIPA) or the Inter-American Federation of Automotive Journalism. The Chevrolet Spark EUV is engineered for modern city life, making it a vehicle that’s said to be “easy to maneuver, tech-forward, and full of personality.”
