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.

7,272 Used Vauxhall Corsa cars for sale

Vauxhall Corsa2017 - 1.4 Corsa Energy AC ecoFLEX 3dr

Low Mileage

£6,625

Finance available £126 pm

1.4L
44.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

CarsUnder3000

01268203496 *

4.8/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2025 - 100kW Ultimate 50kWh 5dr Auto

£19,998

4.0
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Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Stoke on Trent Vauxhall / Peugeot / Vanstore

01782432080 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2025 - 1.2 Turbo GS 5dr

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£18,498

1.2L
10.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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01738230558 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2011 (61) - 1.2 16V Excite Euro 5 3dr (A/C)

£1,795

1.2L
128.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Oak Street Cars

01603931802 *

4.6/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2019 (19) - 1.4i ecoTEC Design Euro 6 5dr

Low Mileage

£8,391

Finance available £165 pm

1.4L
17.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

ARAN Motors LTD

01217288822 *

4.2/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2018 (18) - 1.4i ecoFLEX Design Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (90 ps)

Low Mileage

£9,495

Finance available £194 pm

1.4L
12.2K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Kilgannon Motors Car Sales Limited

01786239964 *

Vauxhall Corsa2025 - 1.2 Turbo Design 5dr

£16,998

1.2L
15.0
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Vauxhall (Lenzie)

01414839924 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2021 - 100kW SE Nav Premium 50kWh Auto [7.4kWCh] 5-Door

Low Mileage

£10,897

Finance available £199 pm

11.8K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Birmingham

01215165158 *

4.6/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2011 (61) - 1.4 16V SE Auto Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£5,750

1.4L
36.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Diversity Cars

01268208547 *

Vauxhall Corsa2006 (56) - DESIGN 16V 5-Door

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£2,650

1.4L
63.9K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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02037636638 *

Vauxhall Corsa2019 - 1.4 [75] Griffin 5dr

Low Mileage

£9,849

Finance available £192 pm

1.4L
22.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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01536219125 *

4.2/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2012 (62) - 1.3 CDTi ecoFLEX Limited Edition 3dr

Low Mileage

£2,995

1.2L
85.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

JO Automotive

01656336639 *

Vauxhall Corsa2014 - EXCITE LOW TAX £35.00 RAC APPROVED 5-Door

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£3,990

1L
77.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

SPRINGFIELD CAR SALES LTD

01621733320 *

Vauxhall Corsa2024 - 1.2 Turbo 130 Ultimate 5dr Auto

Low Mileage

£19,698

1.2L
3.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Exeter

01414839930 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2022 - 1.2 Elite Edition 5dr

£11,998

1.2L
39.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark SEAT/Cupra (Glasgow North)

01414839922 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2021 - Turbo Elite Nav Premium 5-Door

Low Mileage

£12,995

1.2L
19.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Llanelli Motor Company

01554707000 *

Vauxhall Corsa2015 (65) - 1.2i SRi Euro 6 3dr

Reduced

£3,295

Finance available £51 pm

1.2L
103.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

1st Choice Cars

01772285811 *

4.1/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2019 (19) - 1.4 [75] Griffin 3dr

Low Mileage

£7,499

Finance available £145 pm

1.4L
41.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Premium Cars For Sale LTD

01252415207 *

Vauxhall Corsa2018 - 1.4T [100] SE 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,995

Finance available £156 pm

1.4L
45.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Granthams Garage ltd

01905672442 *

Vauxhall Corsa2016 (16) - 1.2i Design Euro 6 5dr

Reduced

£3,200

1.2L
101.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

A1 Motor Grand Ltd

01216615471 *

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

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