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.

7,113 Used Vauxhall Corsa cars for sale

Vauxhall Corsa2023 - 1.2 GS 5dr

Low Mileage

£13,249

Finance available £268 pm

1.2L
5.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Birtley

01913387241 *

Vauxhall Corsa2021 - 100kW Elite Nav Premium 50kWh 5dr Auto [11kWCh]

£10,053

39.8K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Marshall Honda Harrogate

01423648264 *

Vauxhall Corsa2022 - Corsa 1.2 Design 5dr

Low Mileage

£11,514

1.2L
21.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Baylis Worcester

01905947509 *

4.6/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2025 - 1.2 Ultimate Turbo 5DR Hatch Petrol

£20,989

Finance available £411 pm

1.2L
526.0
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Direct Cars Limited

01145510336 *

0/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2022 - 1.2 SE Edition 5dr

£10,449

Finance available £205 pm

1.2L
33.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

cinch

01733309722 *

4.3/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2023 (73) - 1.2 Turbo 130 GS 5dr Auto Hatchback

Low Mileage

£17,599

Finance available £363 pm

1.2L
5.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Wilsons Used

02037808195 *

Vauxhall Corsa2023 - 1.2 Design 5dr

Low Mileage

£13,998

1.2L
8.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark MG (Bishopbriggs)

01414736414 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2010 (60) - 1.2i 16V Limited Edition 3dr - cheap corsa - part ex to clear

Low Mileage

£1,250

1.2L
115.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

LC Car Sales

01206583593 *

Vauxhall Corsa2012 (62) - 1.4 16V SRi Euro 5 3dr

Low Mileage

£2,995

1.4L
87.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

CB Autos UK Ltd

01793268067 *

4/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2012 (12) - 1.4 16V SE Auto Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£6,900

Finance available £132 pm

1.4L
26.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

THEURBANDEALERSHIP LTD

02039577411 *

Vauxhall Corsa2018 - 1.4i ecoTEC Sport Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (75 ps)

£5,948

Finance available £111 pm

1.4L
62.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

drivedirect Bury St Edmunds

01284331263 *

Vauxhall Corsa2022 (71) - 1.2 Turbo SRi Edition 5dr

£12,495

1.2L
4.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

V12 Sports and Classics Hinckley

01455244504 *

Vauxhall Corsa2020 (20) - 1.2 Turbo Elite Nav Premium 5dr Auto Petrol Hatchback

£11,570

1.2L
42.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Vertu Renault Dacia York

01904917427 *

4.6/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2020 - 1.2 Turbo Elite Nav Premium 5dr

£9,800

Finance available £197 pm

1.2L
54.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Braunstone Crossroads Motors

01164028881 *

Vauxhall Corsa2024 - 1.2 Turbo Hybrid GS 5dr e-DCT6

£19,698

1.2L
8.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Salford Vauxhall/Fiat/Abarth/MG/Jeep

01612417060 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2020 (70) - 1.2 Turbo Ultimate Nav 5dr Auto

Low Mileage

£16,495

Finance available £346 pm

1.2L
8.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Lanehouse Vauxhall Weymouth

01305234206 *

Vauxhall Corsa2024 (24) - 1.2 Turbo Ultimate 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,000

Finance available £329 pm

1.2L
2.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Richard Nash Cars Ltd

01603931816 *

Vauxhall Corsa2022 (71) - Sri Edition Turbo Auto 5-Door

Reduced

£13,192

1.2L
9.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Hutchings Vauxhall Pontypridd

Vauxhall Corsa2023 - 1.2 Turbo Design 5dr Auto Automatic

Reduced

£14,789

Finance available £308 pm

1.2L
20.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

The Car Warehouse Swansea

01792001637 *

4.5/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2016 (66) - 1.4i Ecoflex Se Hatchback 5-Door

Reduced

£7,295

Finance available £141 pm

1.4L
26.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

FifthGear Fenton LTD

01782969739 *

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.

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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 2014)

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:: stars

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

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