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.

7,240 Used Vauxhall Corsa cars for sale

Vauxhall Corsa2022 - 1.2 Turbo SE Edition 5dr Auto

Low Mileage

£13,799

Finance available £277 pm

1.2L
10.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

cinch

02039092092 *

4.2/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2021 (21) - 1.2 Turbo SRi Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£10,100

Finance available £164 pm

1.2L
29.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Quality Part X Ltd Stevenage

01438584759 *

Vauxhall Corsa2017 (17) - 1.4 Design 5dr LOW MILEAGE , F.S.H

£5,995

Finance available £112 pm

1.4L
66.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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

£9,995

Finance available £167 pm

1.2L
62.5K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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01737301722 *

Vauxhall Corsa2024 - 1.2 Turbo Ultimate 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,999

Finance available £372 pm

1.2L
3.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Glasgow

01412601249 *

Vauxhall Corsa2022 - 1.2 Turbo Ultimate 5dr Auto

Low Mileage

£16,998

1.2L
6.1K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark York Motorstore / Vanstore

01904803322 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2016 (66) - 1.4i ecoFLEX Energy Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (a/c) (75 ps)

Low Mileage

£5,995

Finance available £112 pm

1.4L
47.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Cars4You Edinburgh West

01313226854 *

Vauxhall Corsa2020 - 1.2 Turbo SE Premium 5dr

Low Mileage

£9,690

Finance available £198 pm

1.2L
25.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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01484502883 *

4.6/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2022 (22) - 1.2 Elite Edition 5dr, UNDER 11500 MILES, FULL VAUXHALL SERVICE HISTORY,

Low Mileage

£12,995

Finance available £220 pm

1.2L
11.5K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Catterick Service Station

01748901665 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2013 (13) - 1.4 16V Energy Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 5 (A/C) (100 ps)

Low Mileage

£4,195

1.4L
49.2K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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Vauxhall Corsa2014 (14) - 1.2 Limited Edition 3dr

Reduced

£2,495

1.2L
88.1K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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01938530730 *

4.8/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2021 - 1.2 SE Nav Premium 5dr Bluetooth / USB Connection Manual

Low Mileage

£9,990

1.2L
26.7K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

TrustFord Birmingham

01217525225 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2012 (12) - 1.4 SXi 5dr [AC]

Reduced

£2,195

1.4L
92.5K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Click Autos

02382540807 *

4.9/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2022 - Corsa SE Edition 1.2 5drs

£10,064

1.2L
46.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Baylis Gloucester

01452227254 *

4.5/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2025 - 1.2 Turbo Ultimate 5dr Auto

£22,498

1.2L
10.0
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Vauxhall (Manchester)

01616945308 *

4.7/5 Stars

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

£6,995

Finance available £134 pm

1.4L
60.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Ridgways Garage Ltd

01709212043 *

Vauxhall Corsa2016 (66) - SE ECOFLEX 5-Door

Reduced

£6,595

1.4L
56.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

CHEQUERED FLAG WALES LIMITED

01443805132 *

Vauxhall Corsa2020 (70) - 1.2 SE Hatchback 5dr

Low Mileage

£9,472

1.2L
35.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Bridgend Motor Group - Kilwinning Autoplex

01294440522 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2014 (64) - 1.3 CDTi ecoFLEX Limited Edition Euro 5 3dr

£2,995

1.2L
88.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Ghost Motors Ltd

01274505156 *

Vauxhall Corsa2022 - 1.2 Turbo SRi Edition Auto 5-Door

£14,897

Finance available £298 pm

1.2L
2.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Birmingham

01215165158 *

4.6/5 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.

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 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:: 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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