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.

6,368 Used Vauxhall Corsa cars for sale

Vauxhall Corsa2016 - STING ECOFLEX 3-Door

Low Mileage

£5,699

1.4L
44.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

The Garrison Garage

01252960053 *

0/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2013 - SE 5-Door

Low Mileage

£3,999

Finance available £67 pm

1.2L
60.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

ACE MOTOR VEHICLE LTD

01913001935 *

0/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2021 - 1.2 Turbo [130] SRi Premium 5dr Auto

Low Mileage

£14,199

Finance available £286 pm

1.2L
12.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

cinch

01224453394 *

4.3/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2011 (61) - 1.2 16V SXi Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 5 (A/C) (85 ps)

Low Mileage

£3,490

Finance available £56 pm

1.2L
65.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

MD Cars

01327222386 *

Vauxhall Corsa2011 (61) - 1.2 16V S Easytronic Euro 5 5dr (A/C)

Low Mileage

£3,999

Finance available £67 pm

1.2L
61.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Safe Cars

01234861497 *

Vauxhall Corsa2014 (63) - 1.2 Energy 3dr [AC]

£1,495

1.2L
92.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

T's Auto Haven

01274028344 *

Vauxhall Corsa2013 (13) - 1.2 SXi 5dr [AC]

Low Mileage

£4,495

Finance available £78 pm

1.2L
48.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Bells Garage

01562541209 *

4.3/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2021 - 100kW Elite Nav Premium 50kWh 5dr Auto [7.4kWCh]

Low Mileage

£12,498

12.7K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Glasgow Electric Innovation Centre

01412601488 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2013 (13) - 1.4 16V Exclusiv Euro 5 5dr (A/C)

Low Mileage

£2,695

1.4L
92.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

LCC Car Sales Limited

01274028163 *

Vauxhall Corsa2014 (64) - 1.2 16V Design Euro 5 5dr (A/C)

Low Mileage

£3,895

Finance available £65 pm

1.2L
55.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Crave Motors Ltd

01793550959 *

Vauxhall Corsa2021 - 1.2 Turbo SRi 5dr

Low Mileage

£12,489

Finance available £257 pm

1.2L
17.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Desmond Motors Transit Centre & Used Car Centre

02882440635 *

Vauxhall Corsa2020 - 1.2 Turbo SE Nav 5dr

Low Mileage

£11,498

1.2L
20.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Kia (Cumbernauld)

01236802956 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2014 (14) - 1.4 SXi 5dr [AC]

Low Mileage

£2,799

1.4L
77.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

MW MOTOR GROUP LTD

01164784157 *

Vauxhall Corsa2020 (70) - 1.2 Turbo Elite Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol Auto Euro 6 (s/s) (100 ps)

£11,490

1.2L
49.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Dace Car Supermarket

01616945306 *

4.8/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2025 - 100kW GS 50kWh 5dr Auto

£18,498

10.0
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Bristol

01416118398 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2022 - 1.2 Design 5dr

£10,699

Finance available £210 pm

1.2L
45.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2020 (20) - 1.2 Turbo SRi Nav Premium Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (100 ps)

£10,999

Finance available £223 pm

1.2L
54.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Empressive Motor Company

01865591236 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2016 (65) - SE 1.4 5-Door

£5,450

Finance available £99 pm

1.4L
86.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Affordable Cars Carlisle

01228273207 *

5/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2014 - EXCITE ECOFLEX 3-Door

Low Mileage

£3,499

Finance available £56 pm

1L
78.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Car Shop Ferryhill

01740616098 *

Vauxhall Corsa2010 - 1.4i 16v SE 5dr (a/c)

Low Mileage

£3,850

1.4L
31.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

B S Marson & Sons

01782390973 *

4.3/5 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 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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