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.

7,242 Used Vauxhall Corsa cars for sale

Vauxhall Corsa2022 - 1.2 Elite Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£12,998

1.2L
25.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Salford Vauxhall/Fiat/Abarth/MG/Jeep

01612417060 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2022 (22) - 1.2 SE Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£6,250

Finance available £80 pm

1.2L
24.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Adam Auto Sales Limited

01143089075 *

4.6/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2023 - Corsa 1.2 GS 5 door

Low Mileage

£13,379

Finance available £226 pm

1.2L
11.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Baylis Southern Merthyr Tydfil

01685701477 *

4.6/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2016 (16) - 1.4T [100] ecoFLEX SRi 5dr

Low Mileage

£4,800

Finance available £85 pm

1.4L
54.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

FAIR DEAL VEHICLES LTD

01296326344 *

Vauxhall Corsa2021 - 1.2 Turbo SRi Premium 5dr

Low Mileage

£10,995

1.2L
31.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Perrys Swinton Vauxhall

01709803690 *

4.5/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2022 - 1.2 Turbo Elite Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£13,799

Finance available £277 pm

1.2L
6.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.2/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2015 (15) - 1.2i Excite Euro 6 3dr (a/c)

£2,995

1.2L
104.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Badger Automotive Ltd

01825703134 *

Vauxhall Corsa2024 - 1.2 Turbo GS 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,990

1.2L
10.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Perrys Barnsley Vauxhall

01226449228 *

4.5/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2022 (22) - 1.2 Elite Edition 5dr Petrol Hatchback

£11,441

1.2L
37.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Vauxhall Keighley

01535280985 *

4.6/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2014 (64) - 1.0 EXCITE ECOFLEX 3dr NEW TIMING CHAIN MOT AND SERVICE

Low Mileage

£4,000

1L
50.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Claydon Autos Baylham

01473350918 *

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

Low Mileage

£3,695

1.2L
49.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Leeds Motor Company (Burley place)

01134675316 *

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

£10,297

Finance available £212 pm

1.2L
45.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carbase - Bristol

01172331396 *

4.4/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2024 - 1.2 Gs Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 75 Ps

Low Mileage

£15,695

Finance available £322 pm

1.2L
8.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

WJ King Vauxhall Welling

02039537403 *

0/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2014 (14) - 1.4 16V SE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Wide Ratio Euro 5 (100 ps)

Reduced

£3,995

1.4L
108.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Cattedown Trade Centre

01752426030 *

Vauxhall Corsa2014 - 1.4 16V Design 5-Door

£2,995

1.4L
115.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Steve Rowlands Car Sales

01443808710 *

4.8/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2022 - 1.2 Turbo Ultimate 5dr Auto Automatic

Low Mileage

£17,499

Finance available £339 pm

1.2L
10.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

The Car Warehouse Swansea

01792001637 *

3.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2012 (12) - 1.7 CDTi ecoFLEX SRi 3dr [AC]

£2,150

1.7L
120.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

DF Trading LLP

01134676281 *

4.9/5 Stars

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

£10,495

Finance available £183 pm

55.4K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Lanehouse Vauxhall Weymouth

01305234206 *

Vauxhall Corsa2012 (12) - 1.2 Limited Edition 3dr

Low Mileage

£2,999

1.2L
70.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Rapid Autos Limited

01782917185 *

Vauxhall Corsa2023 - 1.2 Design Euro 6 5dr

£10,995

Finance available £182 pm

1.2L
28.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arrow Motor Company

01325521616 *

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:: stars

Greenest
1.0 ecoFLEX S 5dr
Cheapest
1.0i 12V Expression 3dr
Fastest
1.6T VXR Clubsport 3dr

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