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.

6,386 Used Vauxhall Corsa cars for sale

Vauxhall Corsa2015 (15) - 1.4i ecoFLEX Excite Euro 6 5dr (a/c)

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£5,250

Finance available £95 pm

1.4L
64.6K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Landmark Motors LTD

01375803848 *

Vauxhall Corsa2014 (14) - 1.4T Black Edition 3dr

£2,495

1.4L
93.7K
Miles
Petrol
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Hatchback

S & A CAR AND COMMERCIALS LIMITED

01782917213 *

Vauxhall Corsa2016 (66) - 1.4i ecoFLEX Energy Hatchback 5dr Petrol Easytronic Euro 6 (s/s) (a/c) (90

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£7,995

Finance available £156 pm

1.4L
66.5K
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Hatchback

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01313226854 *

Vauxhall Corsa2022 (22) - 1.2 Design 5dr

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£12,000

Finance available £215 pm

1.2L
10.0K
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Hatchback

Big Motoring World Enfield

02037634741 *

Vauxhall Corsa2015 (65) - Vauxhall Corsa 1.2 Excite 5dr [AC]

£2,295

1.2L
138.0K
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Hatchback

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Vauxhall Corsa2018 - 1.4 [75] Sport 5dr [AC]

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£7,749

Finance available £146 pm

1.4L
43.8K
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01473356705 *

4.3/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2015 (15) - 1.2 Limited Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£5,995

Finance available £112 pm

1.2L
62.0K
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Gleam Clean

01903255198 *

Vauxhall Corsa2011 (60) - 1.2i ecoFLEX 16v Exclusiv Easytronic 5dr

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£3,289

Finance available £51 pm

1.2L
88.0K
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Automatic
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01217288725 *

Vauxhall Corsa2025 - 1.2 Turbo Ultimate 5dr Auto

£21,998

1.2L
10.0
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Automatic
Hatchback

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4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2023 - 1.2 GS 5-Door

£11,597

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1.2L
36.3K
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Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Birmingham

01215165158 *

4.6/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2013 - 1.7 CDTi ecoFLEX SRi 3dr [AC] pan sunroof cruise control

Low Mileage

£4,390

Finance available £76 pm

1.7L
80.8K
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01614139873 *

Vauxhall Corsa2014 - 1.4 16V SRi Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual Euro 5 (100 ps)

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£2,995

1.4L
87.6K
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Hatchback

Ideal Car Centre Ltd

01902544596 *

Vauxhall Corsa2019 (69) - 1.4i SRi Nav Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£7,795

Finance available £152 pm

1.4L
33.2K
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Hatchback

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01628569057 *

Vauxhall Corsa2023 - 1.2 GS 5dr

£11,298

1.2L
54.1K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Newcastle OMODA / JAECOO

01913387320 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2020 - Turbo SRi Nav Premium 5-Door

£8,595

1.2L
78.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Top Gear Stoke

01782432847 *

0/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2017 (17) - 1.4 [75] ecoFLEX Energy 3dr [AC]

Low Mileage

£6,650

Finance available £126 pm

1.4L
60.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Cleveland Car Sales

01482296016 *

Vauxhall Corsa2015 (65) - 1.4i ecoFLEX Energy Euro 6 5dr (a/c)

Low Mileage

£4,795

Finance available £85 pm

1.4L
44.7K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Top Gear Harrow Ltd

02038895522 *

Vauxhall Corsa2014 (64) - 1.2 Design 5dr [AC]

Low Mileage

£3,490

Finance available £56 pm

1.2L
54.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

AG Motors

01162165826 *

Vauxhall Corsa2022 - 1.2 GS Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£12,099

Finance available £243 pm

1.2L
12.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Oldbury

01217525220 *

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

£10,800

Finance available £223 pm

1.2L
43.1K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Thurlow Nunn Luton

01582211307 *

0/5 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:: stars

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

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