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.

7,072 Used Vauxhall Corsa cars for sale

Vauxhall Corsa2020 - 1.2 Turbo Elite Nav Premium 5dr

Low Mileage

£12,498

1.2L
21.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Vauxhall (Winsford)

01606531928 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2013 (13) - 1.2 S 5dr

Low Mileage

£2,995

1.2L
61.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Junction 16 Cars Limited

01782476374 *

Vauxhall Corsa2024 - 1.2 Design Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 s/s 75 Ps

Reduced

£13,995

1.2L
10.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Pentagon Vauxhall (Nottingham)

01156977783 *

3.9/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2018 - 1.4i ecoTEC Design Hatchback 5dr Petrol Easytronic Euro 6 (s/s) (90 ps)

£7,988

Finance available £156 pm

1.4L
57.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

The Car Traders

02037808158 *

3.8/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2024 (24) - 1.2 Design Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (75 ps)

£13,599

Finance available £232 pm

1.2L
22.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

GREAT CENTRAL AUTO

01788222244 *

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

£15,995

1.2L
17.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Pentagon Vauxhall (Derby)

01332315356 *

Vauxhall Corsa2022 (22) - 1.2 Elite Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (75 ps)

£9,700

Finance available £190 pm

1.2L
51.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Cannock

01543221765 *

Vauxhall Corsa2025 - 1.2 Turbo Design 5dr Auto

£18,998

1.2L
10.0
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Vauxhall (Glasgow)

01414068758 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2019 (19) - 1.4 [75] Active 3dr Petrol Hatchback

Low Mileage

£7,653

1.4L
15.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Motors Honda Exeter

01392342753 *

4.6/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2020 - 1.2 Turbo SE Premium 5dr MANUAL

Reduced

£11,499

Finance available £235 pm

1.2L
21.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

The Car Warehouse Swansea

01792001637 *

3.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2024 - 1.2 Turbo 130 Ultimate 5dr Auto

Low Mileage

£18,495

Finance available £359 pm

1.2L
13.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Tony Levoi

01708205307 *

4.4/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2022 (22) - 1.2 Turbo Elite Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Auto Euro 6 (s/s) (100 ps)

Reduced

£11,995

Finance available £200 pm

1.2L
46.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

The Roxburghe Group

01217288719 *

0/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2014 (64) - 1.2i Excite Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (a/c) (70 ps)

Low Mileage

£4,695

Finance available £83 pm

1.2L
65.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Ivybridge Trade Centre

01752982776 *

Vauxhall Corsa2012 (12) - 1.4 SE Automatic 5-Door From £4,995 + Retail Package

Low Mileage

£4,995

1.4L
96.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Hesketh Cars

01253201512 *

Vauxhall Corsa2023 - 1.2 Design 5dr

Low Mileage

£12,698

1.2L
11.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen/MG (Rutherglen)

01414839932 *

4.7/5 Stars

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

£16,995

13.0K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Pentagon Vauxhall (Mansfield)

01623392231 *

4.1/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2012 (12) - 1.2 16V SXi Euro 5 5dr (A/C)

Low Mileage

£2,490

1.2L
73.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Elderwood Motors

01733667440 *

3.4/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2009 (59) - 1.2i 16v Active 3dr

Low Mileage

£1,995

1.2L
99.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Wheel City Motors Limited

01443808704 *

0/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2020 (20) - 1.2 SE Euro 6 5dr

£7,800

Finance available £152 pm

1.2L
59.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Car Planet Barnet

02039577301 *

Vauxhall Corsa2014 (14) - 1.4 Excite 5dr [AC] Long Mot Ulez 5 door

Low Mileage

£1,995

1.4L
87.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Hearns Commercials

01245208824 *

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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