What chevys are made in Korea?
Chevrolet models assembled in Korea have historically included the Spark and Aveo/Sonic, with Cruze produced there in certain years. Today, Korea-based Chevrolet assembly is limited, with many Chevrolets imported or produced elsewhere.
To understand which Chevrolets were made in Korea, it helps to look at the country’s automotive history, the plants GM Korea operated, and how production shifted over the years. This article provides a concise overview of the models that were built in Korea and how the situation stands today.
Models Historically Produced in Korea
Below are the Chevrolet models that have been manufactured in South Korea at different times, primarily by GM Korea (formerly Daewoo). Production occurred at facilities such as the Incheon (Bupyeong) plant and the Gunsan plant, often for regional markets or export.
- Spark (including the Daewoo Matiz lineage) — A compact city car that was built in Korea for several markets, reflecting GM Korea’s specialization in small vehicles.
- Aveo/Sonic — The Aveo, later known as the Sonic in many markets, was produced in Korea for multiple regions, with production extending across different generations.
- Cruze — The Cruze (notably in its early generations) was assembled in Korea for some markets during the 2010s as GM Korea leveraged local manufacturing capabilities.
The list above highlights the core models that historically saw assembly lines in Korea, illustrating the role Korea played in GM’s global Chevrolet production during various periods.
Current Status of Chevrolet Production in Korea
The production footprint for Chevrolet in Korea has changed markedly in recent years, reflecting shifts in GM Korea’s strategy and plant operations. The Gunsan plant’s status and broader production levels have fluctuated, and the focus of Chevrolet assembly in Korea has diminished compared with earlier years. As a result, today’s Chevrolet offerings in Korea are more often fulfilled by imports or by production outside Korea for regional markets.
Note: Production specifics can change with corporate decisions, plant reopenings, or regional demand. For precise, year-by-year information on a given model, consult GM Korea’s official production notices or industry-trade reports.
Regional markets and production notes
Historically, Korea-based production supported both domestic sales and exports to nearby regions in Asia and beyond. In recent years, shifts in GM Korea’s structure and market strategy have reduced or redirected Chevrolet assembly activity in Korea, while other GM plants around the world continue to produce Chevrolet models for global distribution.
Summary
In summary, Chevrolet’s Korea-made lineup has included the Spark and Aveo/Sonic as the primary models built domestically, with Cruze produced there in certain periods. Current production in Korea has receded, with much of Chevrolet’s Korean-market supply now sourced from outside Korea or produced at other regional facilities. For the most up-to-date, model-specific production details, refer to GM Korea’s official communications and current industry production data.
