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.

6,788 Used Vauxhall Corsa cars for sale

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

Reduced

£10,700

1.2L
26.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carworld Supermarket

01733794246 *

4/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2021 - 100kW Griffin 50kWh 5dr Auto [7.4kWCh]

Low Mileage

£10,458

24.8K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Marshall Vauxhall Ipswich

01473907706 *

Vauxhall Corsa2018 - 1.4i ecoTEC Energy Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (a/c) (75 ps)

Low Mileage

£6,499

Finance available £123 pm

1.4L
55.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Ellani Cars Ltd

01291441526 *

4.8/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2012 (62) - 1.2 SXi 5dr [AC]

Low Mileage

£2,995

1.2L
75.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Locks Street Motors

01236802986 *

Vauxhall Corsa2015 (15) - 1.2i SE Euro 6 5dr

Low Mileage

£6,750

Finance available £128 pm

1.2L
38.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

THE SURREY CAR COMPANY LIMITED

01174400640 *

Vauxhall Corsa2023 - 1.2 Turbo Ultimate 5dr Auto

£18,298

1.2L
912.0
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Bristol

01416118398 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2024 - 1.2 Turbo GS 5dr

Reduced

£17,298

1.2L
1.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Vauxhall (Stirling)

01786232223 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2021 (21) - 1.2 SE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (75 ps)

Reduced

£10,495

1.2L
35.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Paragon Motor Company Ltd

01945668594 *

Vauxhall Corsa2013 (13) - 1.2 16V Limited Edition Euro 5 3dr

Reduced

£1,695

1.2L
101.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Renown Motors

01613887637 *

Vauxhall Corsa2019 - 1.4 SRi Vx-line Nav Black 5dr

Low Mileage

£10,399

Finance available £206 pm

1.4L
17.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Glasgow

01412601249 *

Vauxhall Corsa2023 - 1.2 GS 5dr

Low Mileage

£13,349

Finance available £270 pm

1.2L
8.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Ipswich

01473354033 *

Vauxhall Corsa2021 (21) - 1.2 Turbo Elite Nav Premium 5dr Petrol Hatchback

£10,857

1.2L
53.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Vauxhall Sunderland

01918146406 *

4.8/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2019 (69) - 1.2 SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual

Low Mileage

£9,795

Finance available £197 pm

1.2L
32.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carjoy UK Limited

01224019779 *

4.8/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2015 (64) - 1.2i Excite Euro 6 3dr (a/c)

£2,495

1.2L
114.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Renown Motors

01613887637 *

Vauxhall Corsa2004 (04) - 1.2i 16V Active 3dr

Low Mileage

£1,250

1.2L
101.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

JG CARS AND VANS LTD

01268206427 *

Vauxhall Corsa2021 - 1.2 SE 5dr

£9,399

Finance available £184 pm

1.2L
36.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Peterborough

01733797063 *

Vauxhall Corsa1999 - 1.0 Equation 3dr

£3,995

Finance available £67 pm

1L
12.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Purewell Motor Company

01202076204 *

Vauxhall Corsa2022 (22) - 100kW Elite Premium 50kWh 5dr Auto [11kWCh] Electric Hatchback

£10,693

34.1K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Vertu Vauxhall Chingford

02037277170 *

4.6/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2023 - 5dr 1.2i Turbo Ultimate Automatic

£16,495

1.2L
22.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Frosts Used Cars Shoreham-by-Sea

01273093609 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2023 - 1.2 GS 5dr

Low Mileage

£12,399

Finance available £250 pm

1.2L
16.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Sheffield

01143086607 *

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
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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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Vauxhall Corsa2021 - 100kW Griffin 50kWh 5dr Auto [7.4kWCh]

Vauxhall Corsa2018 - 1.4i ecoTEC Energy Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (a/c) (75 ps)

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Vauxhall Corsa2021 (21) - 1.2 SE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (75 ps)

Vauxhall Corsa2013 (13) - 1.2 16V Limited Edition Euro 5 3dr

Vauxhall Corsa2019 - 1.4 SRi Vx-line Nav Black 5dr

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Vauxhall Corsa2021 (21) - 1.2 Turbo Elite Nav Premium 5dr Petrol Hatchback

Vauxhall Corsa2019 (69) - 1.2 SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual

Vauxhall Corsa2015 (64) - 1.2i Excite Euro 6 3dr (a/c)

Vauxhall Corsa2004 (04) - 1.2i 16V Active 3dr

Vauxhall Corsa2021 - 1.2 SE 5dr

Vauxhall Corsa1999 - 1.0 Equation 3dr

Vauxhall Corsa2022 (22) - 100kW Elite Premium 50kWh 5dr Auto [11kWCh] Electric Hatchback

Vauxhall Corsa2023 - 5dr 1.2i Turbo Ultimate Automatic

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