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.

7,199 Used Vauxhall Corsa cars for sale

Vauxhall Corsa2023 - 1.2 Design 5dr

£13,998

1.2L
2.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Peugeot/SEAT/Cupra/Skoda (Edinburgh)

01312025128 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2020 - 1.2 Turbo Sri Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 s/s 100 Ps

Reduced

£10,699

1.2L
40.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Tustain Motors Hawick

01450390326 *

Vauxhall Corsa2014 (14) - 1.2 Limited Edition 3dr

£2,695

1.2L
125.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Gary Larkin Motors

01293228193 *

Vauxhall Corsa2023 - 1.2 Turbo Ultimate 5dr

Reduced

£14,795

1.2L
18.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Perrys Dover Vauxhall

01304801698 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2024 - 100kW GS 50kWh 5dr Auto

Reduced

£12,895

2.3K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Perrys Canterbury Vauxhall

01227203980 *

4.4/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2022 - 100kW Elite Premium 50kWh 5dr Auto [11kWCh]

Low Mileage

£12,295

Finance available £252 pm

10.5K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Tony Levoi

01708205307 *

0/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2012 - 1.2 16V Active 5-Door

Low Mileage

£2,000

1.2L
64.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Alpine Motor Company

07591475657 *

Vauxhall Corsa2019 - 1.4 SE Nav 5dr

£10,299

Finance available £208 pm

1.4L
6.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

FOW Winsford

01606535848 *

4.3/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2016 (66) - 1.4i ecoFLEX SRi Euro 6 5dr

Low Mileage

£5,695

Finance available £105 pm

1.4L
66.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Dereham Motor Company ltd

01362700376 *

3.9/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2021 (21) - 1.2 SE Euro 6 5dr

£8,499

Finance available £168 pm

1.2L
59.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Stonebridge Motor Company

01932687848 *

Vauxhall Corsa2008 (08) - 1.6i Turbo 16v VXR 3dr

Low Mileage

£2,400

1.6L
126.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Mayfair Motors

01164029071 *

Vauxhall Corsa2025 - 1.2 Turbo Yes 5dr [Winter Pack]

£18,495

Finance available £359 pm

1.2L
10.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Donnelly Bros Vauxhall (Dungannon)

02887441405 *

Vauxhall Corsa2017 - CDTi ecoFLEX Design 5-Door

Low Mileage

£5,995

Finance available £112 pm

1.2L
49.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Motor Stores

01515419312 *

Vauxhall Corsa2021 - 1.2 Turbo [130] Ultimate Nav 5dr Auto

Low Mileage

£16,498

1.2L
13.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Wakefield Motorstore / Vanstore

01924664046 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2012 (12) - 1.3 CDTi ecoFLEX S Euro 5 5dr (A/C)

Low Mileage

£2,995

1.2L
73.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Small Cars Online

01823217645 *

Vauxhall Corsa2016 (16) - 1.4i ecoFLEX Limited Edition Euro 6 3dr

£3,800

Finance available £63 pm

1.4L
91.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

R-M Motors

01283241527 *

Vauxhall Corsa1.2 Turbo Yes 5Dr Hatchback

£16,450

25.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Pentagon Vauxhall (Derby)

01332315356 *

Vauxhall Corsa2024 - 51kwh Ultimate Hatchback 5dr Electric Auto 156 Ps

Low Mileage

£18,999

3.0K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Tustain Motors Cramlington

01670335009 *

Vauxhall Corsa2020 - 1.2 Turbo SRi Nav Premium 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,495

Finance available £145 pm

1.2L
25.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

London Motor Sports Ltd

02039577473 *

Vauxhall Corsa2017 - 1.4i ecoFLEX SRi Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (75 ps)

£4,495

Finance available £78 pm

1.4L
78.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

PINNACLE MOTOR GROUP LTD

01156848090 *

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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