Is the Vauxhall Corsa a good car?

The Vauxhall Corsa continues to be a best-seller, mainly because of its affordable cost to buy and run. Additionally, it's both stylish and fun to drive, and interior space is decent enough for a young family.

Why are Vauxhall Corsas so popular?

The main draw of the Corsa is its affordability and value for money. The Corsa can be a lot of fun to drive, especially in the city, but it doesn't always have the best technology and equipment, unless you are looking at a higher trim level.

What is a Vauxhall Corsa Griffin?

The Griffin is a special edition Corsa, and was originally introduced near the end of its production run. It came fitted with a black styling pack that included a black roof and wing mirrors, plus standard kit such as air conditioning, sports-style heated front seats and a heated steering. The newer Griffin models also feature enhanced specification for only a small extra outlay.

Which is the top spec Corsa?

If you're looking for the most luxurious Corsa with the most features, you should seek out the 'Ultimate' versions. These are equipped with front and rear parking sensors, rear parking camera, satellite navigation, heated steering wheel and even heated massage seats. On the outside, you'll find upgraded alloy wheels.

Are there still manual and automatic Corsas?

Yes, you can still find plenty of both manual and automatic Corsas on the used car market. Most petrol models are manual, although there are plenty of automatic versions too, equipped with an 8-speed auto gearbox. All electric versions, known as the Corsa-e, are fully automatic, too.

7,480 Used Vauxhall Corsa cars for sale

Vauxhall Corsa2016 - 1.4 i ecoFLEX Energy 5-Door

Low Mileage

£5,150

£87/pm (HP)

1.4L
71.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Gem Cars Ltd

01522440039 *

0/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2025 - 1.2 Turbo Yes Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 s/s 100 Ps

£17,999

1.2L
6.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Tustain Motors Berwick

01289543249 *

Vauxhall Corsa2020 (20) - 1.2 SE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (75 ps)

Low Mileage

£9,750

£196/pm (HP)

1.2L
25.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Hailsham Motoring Centre

01323914685 *

Vauxhall Corsa2014 (64) - 1.0 ecoFLEX Excite 3dr

Low Mileage

£4,495

£73/pm (HP)

1L
53.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Bells Garage

01562541209 *

Vauxhall Corsa2022 - 1.2 Turbo Ultimate 5dr Auto

Low Mileage

£16,998

1.2L
9.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Vauxhall (Glenrothes)

01592803918 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2025 - 100kW GS 50kWh 5dr Auto

£17,998

10.0
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Vauxhall (Livingston)

01506539098 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2025 - 1.2 Turbo Ultimate 5dr

Low Mileage

£19,495

1.2L
4.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Tony Levoi

01708205307 *

Vauxhall Corsa2016 (16) - 1.4 Energy 5dr [AC] Auto

100

Reduced

£5,489

£100/pm (HP)

1.4L
42.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

London Motor Sports Ltd

02039577473 *

Vauxhall Corsa2012 - 1.6 T 16V VXR 3-Door

Reduced

£6,995

£126/pm (HP)

1.6L
21.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Radlett Cars

01923927664 *

Vauxhall Corsa2025 - 1.2 Turbo Design 5dr

£16,998

1.2L
10.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Perth Vauxhall/Fiat/Abarth/Jeep/Leapmotor

01738230558 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2007 - 1.2i 16v Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual (139 g/km, 79 bhp)

Low Mileage

£1,995

1.2L
65.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Oakley Green Car Sales

01182274533 *

Vauxhall Corsa2024 - 1.2 Turbo GS 5dr

£15,394

£255/pm (PCP)

1.2L
16.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Shelbourne AutoSelect Newry

02830441493 *

Vauxhall Corsa2023 (23) - Corsa 1.2 Turbo Ultimate 5Dr Hatchback

Reduced

£15,500

£249/pm (PCP)

1.2L
15.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Dales Vauxhall at Scorrier

01872300408 *

Vauxhall Corsa2025 - 1.2 Turbo GS 5dr

Reduced

£16,998

1.2L
5.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Glasgow Garscube Road Vauxhall / Leapmotor

01414736408 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2015 (15) - 1.4i Turbo ecoFLEX Limited Edition Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

£3,997

£63/pm (HP)

1.4L
86.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Affordable Cars

01234230806 *

Vauxhall Corsa2015 (65) - 1.4i ecoFLEX SE Euro 6 5dr

Low Mileage

£3,999

£63/pm (HP)

1.4L
66.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Cheadle Car Sales

01613887701 *

Vauxhall Corsa2013 (13) - 1.2i ecoFLEX 16V SE Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£3,995

£67/pm (HP)

1.2L
41.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Coatbridge MOT Centre Ltd

01236803032 *

Vauxhall Corsa2021 (71) - 50kWh Griffin Hatchback 5dr Electric Auto (7.4Kw Charger) (136 ps)

£10,099

£175/pm (PCP)

40.4K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Hilton Car Supermarket Aylesbury

01296320383 *

Vauxhall Corsa2020 (20) - 1.2 SE 5dr

£6,500

£123/pm (HP)

1.2L
98.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Car Planet Watford

01923927636 *

Vauxhall Corsa2019 - 1.4 Energy 5dr [AC]

Low Mileage

£9,299

£185/pm (HP)

1.4L
15.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

FOW Trafford

01616969155 *

4.2/5 Stars

Why buy a used Vauxhall Corsa?

If you're in the market for a car that's stylish and economical, then a used Vauxhall Corsa is a great option. It has been one of the UK's best-selling models for many years now, largely because of the enjoyable drive and number of interior features it provides for such a reasonable cost.

Used Vauxhall Corsa snapshot review

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Pros

Easy to drive
Cheap to run
Stylish looks

Cons

Relatively plain interior design
Rivals are more spacious
High-spec versions are expensive

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Different generations of used Vauxhall Corsa

The Vauxhall Corsa was originally known as the Nova in the early 1980s, but changed names in 1993. In total, the model has been through six generations, with each offering a more modern style and upgraded features. Vauxhall has supplied many powertrains during this time, though most of them have been equipped with a manual transmission.

Sixth Generation (2019 to Present)

The five-door hatchback shares the same underpinnings as the Citroen C3 and Peugeot 208, with a lighter weight than previous variants. Not only does the lower weight help improve efficiency, but it also reduces emissions. There's even an all-electric model with no tailpipe emissions.

The interior is modern, but minimalistic by nature. Because of the small size, the Corsa is fun to drive and easy to manoeuvre around town.

Fuel type:: Diesel / Full Electric / Petrol
Engine Size:: 1.5
MPG:: 47 - 88
Acceleration:: 7.6 - 13.2 seconds
Boot space:: 267 - 309 L capacity
NCAP Safety rating:: 4 / 5 stars

Greenest
115kW Design 51kWh 5dr Auto
Cheapest
1.2 SE 5dr
Fastest
100kW GS 50kWh 5dr Auto [11kWCh]

Fifth Generation (2014 to 2019)

Available as a three- or five-door hatchback, the Corsa wasn't much different from previous versions. In 2018, the VXR hot hatch was discontinued, despite having a popular fan base. It was replaced by the GSi, which, while showcasing an aggressive design, had less power.

The Corsa remained a top choice for any driver who wanted to stick to a budget but desired something stylish and well-equipped to drive around town. With so many sold, it's easy to find this generation in the used car market.

Fuel type:: Diesel / Petrol
Engine Size:: 1 - 1.6
MPG:: 37 - 88
Acceleration:: 6.5 - 16 seconds
Boot space:: 280 - 285 L capacity
NCAP Safety rating:: 4 / 5 stars

Greenest
1.0T ecoFLEX SE 3dr
Cheapest
1.2 Sting 3dr
Fastest
1.6T VXR 3dr

Fourth Generation (2006 to 2014)

The three- and five-door hatchback share underpinnings with the Fiat Punto. Some styling upgrades included new headlamps and an updated front end. A minor facelift in 2010 added a new touchscreen infotainment system and some stylistic modifications.

In 2007, a performance-focused VXR model was released. It included a 189-horsepower 1.6-litre turbocharged engine that took the small car to 62 mph in 7.2 seconds.

Fuel type:: Diesel / Petrol
Engine Size:: 1 - 1.7
MPG:: 35 - 85
Acceleration:: 6.5 - 18.2 seconds
Boot space:: 285 L capacity
NCAP Safety rating:: 4 / 5 stars

Greenest
1.0 ecoFLEX S 3dr
Cheapest
1.0i 12V Expression 3dr
Fastest
1.6T VXR Clubsport 3dr

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