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.

7,067 Used Vauxhall Corsa cars for sale

Vauxhall Corsa2018 - 1.3 CDTi ecoTEC SRi Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (95 ps)

£4,595

Finance available £80 pm

1.2L
100.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

PINNACLE MOTOR GROUP LTD

01156848090 *

Vauxhall Corsa2015 (15) - 1.4i ecoFLEX SRi Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (90 ps)

Low Mileage

£4,495

Finance available £78 pm

1.4L
81.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

M J Motors staffs ltd

01782432853 *

Vauxhall Corsa2017 - 1.4 i Turbo ecoFLEX SRi 3-Door

£4,595

Finance available £80 pm

1.4L
69.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Fine Motors Ltd

01162165628 *

Vauxhall Corsa2021 (71) - 1.2 Turbo SRi Edition 5dr 2021 PETROL AUTOMATIC ONE OWNER ULEZ

Low Mileage

£12,999

Finance available £219 pm

1.2L
23.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Mayesbrook Motors

02037808232 *

Vauxhall Corsa2024 - 50kwh Design Hatchback 5dr Electric Auto 136 Ps

Reduced

£18,495

13.0K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Pentagon Vauxhall (Mansfield)

01623392231 *

4.1/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2021 (70) - 1.2 SE FIVE DOOR 75 BHP + APPLE CAR PLAY 5-Door

Reduced

£8,980

Finance available £147 pm

1.2L
42.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

GTS Automotive Ltd

01254947688 *

Vauxhall Corsa2012 (12) - 1.2 S 5dr [AC] - ideal 1st car - see video

Low Mileage

£3,000

1.2L
101.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Roston Park Motors

02476017022 *

Vauxhall Corsa2009 (59) - 1.4i 16V SXi 3dr [AC]

Low Mileage

£2,995

1.4L
65.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Graham Mitchell Automotive

01202037612 *

Vauxhall Corsa2010 (59) - 1.6i Turbo 16v VXR 3dr

£8,980

1.6L
8.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Blue Sky Motors Ltd

02038731418 *

0/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2020 - 1.2 Turbo SRi Premium 5dr Manual

£9,782

Finance available £184 pm

1.2L
45.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

D M Keith Ford Leeds

01134675311 *

Vauxhall Corsa2023 - 1.2 Turbo 130 Ultimate 5dr Auto

Reduced

£19,698

1.2L
1.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Vauxhall (Alloa)

01259231272 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2022 - 1.2 Design 5dr

£11,498

1.2L
24.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Vauxhall (Glenrothes)

01592803918 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2014 (64) - 1.2 Excite 3dr [AC]

Low Mileage

£3,099

Finance available £47 pm

1.2L
60.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Qasr Almadina Used Cars Ltd

01753201083 *

0/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2025 - 50kwh Design Hatchback 5dr Electric Auto 136 Ps

Reduced

£16,490

25.0
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Pentagon Vauxhall (Nottingham)

01156977783 *

3.9/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2018 (18) - 1.4 [75] Energy 5dr [AC]

Low Mileage

£7,495

Finance available £145 pm

1.4L
42.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

WMA VEHICLE HIRE AND SALES LIMITED

01913002068 *

0/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2013 (63) - 1.2 SXi 5dr [AC]

Low Mileage

£2,950

1.2L
74.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Newcastle Runabouts

01913387314 *

Vauxhall Corsa2013 (13) - 1.0 ecoFLEX S 5dr [AC]

Low Mileage

£2,000

1L
66.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motors Castle

01698534867 *

Vauxhall Corsa2023 (72) - 50kWh Ultimate Hatchback 5dr Electric Auto (136 ps)

Reduced

£13,499

9.2K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

HPL Motors Oldham

01612416881 *

Vauxhall Corsa2021 - 5dr 1.5 Turbo D SE

£9,895

1.5L
33.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Frosts Used Cars Shoreham-by-Sea

01273093609 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2025 - 1.2 Turbo Design 5dr

Low Mileage

£15,998

1.2L
1.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Vauxhall (Stirling)

01786232223 *

4.7/5 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 5dr
Cheapest
1.0i 12V Expression 3dr
Fastest
1.6T VXR Clubsport 3dr

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