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.

7,194 Used Vauxhall Corsa cars for sale

Vauxhall Corsa2016 - CDTi ecoFLEX Design 5-Door

£2,999

1.2L
145.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

ACE MOTOR VEHICLE LTD

01913001935 *

0/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2021 - 1.2 Turbo SE Premium 6-Speed Manual 5dr**1 OWNER+HEATED SEATS+STEERING WHEE

£11,595

Finance available £237 pm

1.2L
36.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

J B Motors

01653916713 *

Vauxhall Corsa2022 (72) - 1.2 Turbo Ultimate Auto Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£14,982

Finance available £312 pm

1.2L
28.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Madeley Heath Motors

01782917194 *

Vauxhall Corsa2020 (70) - 1.2 SE Hatchback 5dr

Reduced

£9,992

1.2L
24.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Bridgend Motor Group - Ayr Autoplex

01292431154 *

Vauxhall Corsa2015 - 1.0 i Turbo ecoFLEX Excite 3-Door

Low Mileage

£6,495

Finance available £123 pm

1L
30.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

BITTAFORD CAR SALES LTD

01752426041 *

Vauxhall Corsa2018 - 1.4 SRi Nav 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,490

1.4L
34.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Cars2 Wakefield Nissan

01924667285 *

4.6/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2025 - 1.2 Turbo Design 5dr

Low Mileage

£15,998

1.2L
1.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Vauxhall (Winsford)

01606531928 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2015 (64) - 1.4T [100] Limited Edition 3dr

Low Mileage

£4,995

Finance available £89 pm

1.4L
58.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Junction 5 Car Sales

01494977888 *

Vauxhall Corsa2025 - 100kW Yes 50kWh 5dr Auto

£17,090

1.0
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Perrys Burnley Vauxhall

01282501812 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2023 - 1.2 GS 5dr

£11,698

1.2L
44.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Fiat (Elgin)

01343612236 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2019 (19) - 1.4i ecoTEC Griffin Euro 6 5dr

Low Mileage

£8,000

Finance available £156 pm

1.4L
34.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Car Planet Watford

01923927636 *

4.5/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2016 - 1.4 Corsa Design 5dr

£3,995

1.4L
103.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Roger Hotchkiss Car Sales

01939550232 *

Vauxhall Corsa2021 - SE Premium 5-Door

Low Mileage

£10,695

Finance available £217 pm

1.2L
14.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Premier Car Supermarket Kettering Ltd

01536219120 *

Vauxhall Corsa1.2 Turbo Elite Nav Premium Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 s/s 100 Ps

£12,499

20.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Not Supplied

Tustain Motors Berwick

01289543249 *

Vauxhall Corsa2016 (16) - LIMITED EDITION 5-Door

£3,795

Finance available £62 pm

1.4L
102.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Simply Cars

01323403486 *

Vauxhall Corsa2009 (09) - 1.2i 16V Design 3dr

Low Mileage

£1,491

1.2L
109.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

SHINE ON MANCHESTER LTD

01613887604 *

Vauxhall Corsa2020 - 1.2 SE 5dr

Low Mileage

£9,131

1.2L
36.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Perrys Worksop Ford

01909491404 *

4.6/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2017 (17) - 1.4i ecoFLEX SRi Euro 6 3dr

£3,995

Finance available £67 pm

1.4L
79.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Whyte Croft Car Sales Ltd

01689662075 *

Vauxhall Corsa2014 (14) - 1.4T Black Edition 3dr

Low Mileage

£3,695

Finance available £60 pm

1.4L
79.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

LRS Trade Cars

01206918829 *

Vauxhall Corsa2014 (63) - 1.4 SE 5dr Auto

Low Mileage

£4,750

Finance available £84 pm

1.4L
78.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Qasr Almadina Used Cars Ltd

01753201083 *

0/5 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 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:: 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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