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.

6,836 Used Vauxhall Corsa cars for sale

Vauxhall Corsa2020 - 1.2 Turbo Se Premium Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 s/s 100 Ps

Low Mileage

£9,999

1.2L
42.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Tustain Motors Cramlington

01670335009 *

Vauxhall Corsa2013 (13) - 1.4 16V SE Euro 5 5dr

£2,320

1.4L
104.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

iCars Automotive Ltd

07482502192 *

Vauxhall Corsa2022 - 1.2 Turbo Ultimate 5dr Auto

Low Mileage

£16,698

1.2L
10.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Vauxhall/Jeep/Alfa Romeo (Linwood)

01414736412 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2012 (62) - 1.2 Limited Edition 3dr

Low Mileage

£2,250

1.2L
91.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Birmingham Motors Ltd

01217525226 *

0/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2018 (68) - 1.4i ecoTEC Griffin Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (75 ps)

Low Mileage

£6,995

Finance available £126 pm

1.4L
51.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Essex Car Company

01708973745 *

Vauxhall Corsa2020 (70) - 1.2 SE Premium Euro 6 5dr

Low Mileage

£8,875

Finance available £155 pm

1.2L
36.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motor Giant

01733797019 *

Vauxhall Corsa2025 - 1.2 Turbo Ultimate 5dr

£19,998

1.2L
5.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Birtley Motorstore / MG / Vanstore

01916070584 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2023 (72) - 1.2 Turbo GS 5dr Petrol Hatchback

Low Mileage

£13,561

1.2L
14.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Vauxhall Lichfield

01543228295 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2020 (20) - 1.2 SE 5dr

Low Mileage

£5,549

Finance available £92 pm

1.2L
39.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

London Motor Sports Ltd

02039577473 *

Vauxhall Corsa2024 - 1.2 GS 5dr

£15,498

1.2L
15.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Glasgow London Road Motorstore / Vanstore

01416118432 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2010 (10) - 1.4i 16V [100] SRi 3dr [AC]

Low Mileage

£1,695

1.4L
78.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Jesel LTD

02039577450 *

Vauxhall Corsa2015 (15) - 1.2i Sting Euro 6 3dr

Reduced

£3,295

Finance available £51 pm

1.2L
71.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Otley Road Motors

01274888456 *

Vauxhall Corsa2017 (17) - 1.4i ecoFLEX Sting Euro 6 3dr

Low Mileage

£3,200

1.4L
63.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

A1 Motor Grand Ltd

01217263665 *

Vauxhall Corsa2022 (22) - 1.2 Elite Edition 5dr

£11,750

Finance available £202 pm

1.2L
32.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

MATS LTD

01405800334 *

Vauxhall Corsa2022 (22) - 1.2 Elite Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (75 ps) Low Mileage, T

Low Mileage

£12,500

Finance available £189 pm

1.2L
11.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Cartime Rochdale

01615298277 *

4.4/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2025 - 1.2 Turbo Design 5dr

£16,998

1.2L
10.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Vauxhall (Glasgow)

01414068758 *

4.7/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2022 - 1.2 Turbo Ultimate 5Dr Auto

Low Mileage

£15,495

1.2L
16.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Ellesmere Port Vauxhall

01515419353 *

0/5 Stars

Vauxhall Corsa2015 (65) - 1.2i Excite Euro 6 5dr (a/c)

Low Mileage

£5,995

Finance available £112 pm

1.2L
41.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Ecomotive

02038235339 *

Vauxhall Corsa2020 - 1.2 SE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (75 ps)

£8,250

Finance available £148 pm

1.2L
57.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorology

01515417934 *

Vauxhall Corsa2019 (69) - 1.4i Griffin Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (90 ps)

Low Mileage

£8,495

Finance available £167 pm

1.4L
32.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Hartlepool Motor Company Ltd

01429807308 *

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

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