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.

7,109 Used Vauxhall Corsa cars for sale

Vauxhall Corsa2021 (21) - SRi 1.2T 100PS 5-Door

Low Mileage

£12,882

Finance available £222 pm

1.2L
10.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Aston Melton Mowbray Limited

01664498737 *

4.3/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2009 - 1.2i 16v Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual (139 g/km, 79 bhp)

Low Mileage

£1,995

1.2L
101.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

PINNACLE MOTOR GROUP LTD

01156848090 *

Vauxhall Corsa2008 (08) - 1.2i 16V Breeze 3dr

Low Mileage

£1,195

1.2L
102.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Mini Mania

01708205330 *

Vauxhall Corsa2025 - 50kWh Yes Hatchback 5dr Electric Auto (136 ps)

£17,800

10.0
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

drivedirect Leamington Spa

01926569991 *

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

£2,699

1.2L
100.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Redworth 4x4 Ltd

01913232949 *

Vauxhall Corsa2025 - 1.2 Turbo GS 5dr

£18,498

1.2L
10.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Glasgow South Street Vauxhall/Peugeot/Citroen/Vanstore

01414839940 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2019 (19) - 1.4 Design 5dr

£6,295

Finance available £118 pm

1.4L
81.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Car 4 U Hull Ltd

01482697733 *

4.9/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2014 (63) - 1.2 16V Energy Euro 5 3dr (A/C)

Low Mileage

£3,000

1.2L
79.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Moulsham Motor Co.

01245678465 *

Vauxhall Corsa2020 - 1.2 Se Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 75 Ps

£10,495

1.2L
50.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Pentagon Ford (St Helens)

01744413601 *

4/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2023 - 1.2 Design 5dr

Reduced

£10,950

Finance available £183 pm

1.2L
28.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

JRS Commercials & Cars

02887441404 *

Vauxhall Corsa2022 - 1.2 Turbo SRi Edition Auto 5-Door

Low Mileage

£13,476

Finance available £267 pm

1.2L
16.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Sheffield

01145537264 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2012 - 1.2i ecoFLEX 16V SXi Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (A/C) (85 ps)

Low Mileage

£2,995

1.2L
77.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

PINNACLE MOTOR GROUP LTD

01156848090 *

Vauxhall Corsa2019 - 1.4 Energy 5dr [AC] Auto

Low Mileage

£12,199

Finance available £245 pm

1.4L
12.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Glasgow

01412601249 *

Vauxhall Corsa2023 (23) - 1.2 Turbo GS Auto Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£15,495

Finance available £260 pm

1.2L
3.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Jackson Car Sales

01362700945 *

Vauxhall Corsa2025 - 1.2 Turbo GS 5dr

£18,998

1.2L
10.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Birtley Motorstore / MG / Vanstore

01916070584 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2012 - CDTi ecoFLEX S 5-Door

Low Mileage

£2,995

1.2L
95.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Motor Stores

01515419312 *

Vauxhall Corsa2023 - 1.2 Design 5dr

Low Mileage

£13,498

1.2L
7.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Fiat (Kirkcaldy)

01592808074 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2025 - 1.2 Turbo Design 5dr

£16,998

1.2L
10.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Vauxhall (Alloa)

01259231272 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2023 - VAUXHALL Corsa 1.2 Turbo Ultimate Hatchback 5dr Petrol Auto Euro 6 (s/s) (1

Low Mileage

£18,299

Finance available £379 pm

1.2L
11.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Wilsons Used

02037808195 *

Vauxhall Corsa2014 (63) - 1.2 16V Sting Euro 5 5dr (A/C)

Low Mileage

£2,499

1.2L
92.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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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:: 4 / 5 stars

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

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Vauxhall Corsa2012 - CDTi ecoFLEX S 5-Door

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