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.

6,169 Used Vauxhall Corsa cars for sale

Vauxhall Corsa2012 (12) - 1.2 SE 3dr

Low Mileage

£2,495

1.2L
77.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Cleland Car Sales

01698539229 *

Vauxhall Corsa2022 - 1.2 Elite Edition 5dr

£11,349

Finance available £227 pm

1.2L
26.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Portsmouth

02382146197 *

Vauxhall Corsa2019 (19) - 1.4i ecoTEC SRi VX Line Nav Black Euro 6 5dr

Reduced

£4,950

1.4L
53.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

A1 Motor Grand Ltd

01216615471 *

Vauxhall Corsa2009 - 1.4 Corsa Design 5dr

Low Mileage

£3,490

Finance available £56 pm

1.4L
87.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Sleaford Car Centre

01529401234 *

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

£10,195

Finance available £205 pm

1.2L
34.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Central Service Garage

01302246765 *

Vauxhall Corsa2021 (21) - 1.2 Turbo SRi Premium Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (100 ps)

£10,200

Finance available £188 pm

1.2L
53.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Sheffield

01145510576 *

Vauxhall Corsa2025 - 115kW GS 51kWh 5dr Auto

£18,998

10.0
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Edinburgh Sighthill Vauxhall / Peugeot / Leapmo

01312025858 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2019 - Corsa 1.4 Griffin 5dr

Low Mileage

£10,836

1.4L
15.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Baylis Hereford

01432801713 *

4.5/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2022 - 1.2 Turbo GS Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (100 ps)

Low Mileage

£13,425

Finance available £278 pm

1.2L
13.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

drivedirect Leamington Spa

01926569991 *

Vauxhall Corsa2020 (20) - 1.5 Turbo D Elite Nav Premium Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (102

£11,300

Finance available £198 pm

1.5L
41.7K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Leeds

01134689988 *

Vauxhall Corsa2015 (65) - 1.4T [100] Limited Edition 3dr

Low Mileage

£5,495

Finance available £100 pm

1.4L
60.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Diss Car Centre

01379774709 *

5/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2018 (18) - 1.4i ecoTEC Energy Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (75 ps)

£7,495

Finance available £145 pm

1.4L
58.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Affordable Cars of Sussex Peacehaven

01273093607 *

5/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2021 - 1.2 Griffin 5dr

£11,070

1.2L
42.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Vauxhall Ipswich

01473907706 *

Vauxhall Corsa2019 - 1.4 [75] Energy 3dr [AC]

£7,899

Finance available £149 pm

1.4L
47.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

cinch

02039092092 *

4.3/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2021 - 1.2 Turbo SRi Premium 5dr

£10,199

Finance available £205 pm

1.2L
47.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

FOW Winsford

01606535848 *

4.3/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2022 (71) - 100kW Elite Premium 50kWh 5dr Auto [11kWCh] Electric Hatchback

£10,447

39.9K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Vertu Vauxhall Waltham Cross

01992367342 *

4.6/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2023 - 1.2 Turbo Ultimate Hatchback 5dr Petrol Auto Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Low Mileage

£18,999

Finance available £410 pm

1.2L
3.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Thurlow Nunn Great Yarmouth

01493809193 *

0/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2025 - 100kW Yes 50kWh 5dr Auto Hatchback

£18,489

1.0
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Perrys Canterbury Vauxhall

01227203980 *

4.4/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2012 (12) - 1.2 Active 5dr [AC]

Low Mileage

£2,995

1.2L
96.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Cloverlay Car Sales Limited Rainham

01634564271 *

4.4/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2022 - 1.2 Turbo Elite Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£13,698

1.2L
18.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Milton Keynes

01416118716 *

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.

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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 2019)

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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