A modern-day icon of British motoring, Vauxhall Corsa has been topping the sales charts for 30 years and is still one of the most popular cars on our roads today. The UK’s fifth-best-selling vehicle of all time is the quintessential all-rounder, offering a balance of style and practicality, good equipment levels and overall value for money that make it a great buy for all kinds of drivers.
With the Corsa and Corsa electric carrying the Corsa name into the next generation of motoring, the used Vauxhall Corsa market remains strong, with countless great options in the model’s recent back catalogue. We’ve got plenty of used Vauxhall Corsa cars for sale, so you can find out exactly why the Corsa is a British fan favourite at a bargain price.
Find a used Vauxhall Corsa for sale near you today and drop into your nearest Stellantis &You UK dealer to arrange a test drive.
Why should I buy a used Vauxhall Corsa?
Being a legitimate modern classic and a perennial presence on our roads for the last three decades, the Vauxhall Corsa needs little introduction. However, if you are considering buying one for the first time and looking for reasons why you should do so, arguably the most reassuring selling point comes by way of the Corsa’s evergreen popularity.
Originally introduced in the UK in 1983 as the Vauxhall Nova but rebadged as the Corsa in 1993, the Corsa (since 1993) has sold 2.28 million units in the UK and over 13.5 million worldwide. In 2021 alone, nearly 41,000 new Corsas were sold, making it the best-selling new car in the UK that year.
To stay at the top of the sales charts for 30 years and counting, you need to be doing something consistently right, and the Corsa has stayed at the forefront of the supermini market through to the years thanks to ticking virtually all the boxes for drivers. With each and every generation of Corsa comes the same formula: a stylish, practical and well-equipped small hatchback that’s cost-effective to run.
It’s a tried and tested blueprint which means that, even with an array of different used Corsas for sale from over the years, you’re guaranteed to get a quality second-hand car that offers everything that you need in a small car and represents excellent value for money.
Which second-hand Vauxhall Corsa should I buy?
Consistency has been key throughout the Corsa’s three decades of production, so there’s no such thing as a bad used Vauxhall Corsa to buy. However, there are several different trim levels available through the range that may appeal to you depending on your needs.
Naturally, with so many iterations of the used Corsa from which to choose, there are countless trim options with them. Some of the most popular include:
- Used Vauxhall Corsa SE: the entry-level trim in the newest generation of used Vauxhall Corsas, SE is a great value option that comes with plenty of great kit as standard. In more recent editions, that includes a seven-inch touchscreen and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionality.
- Used Vauxhall Corsa SRi: the Sri represents the sportier end of the Corsa model line-up. That includes a revised body kit and a number of sporting touches inside and out. Recent models get 17” black diamond alloys and an electric parking brake.
- Used Vauxhall Corsa Elite: A step up from the entry-point SE in the most recent used Corsa line-up, Elite trim offers arguably the best value for money with a balance between price and equipment, with better alloys and in-car tech included.
- Used Vauxhall Corsa Griffin: Another uniquely stylised option for those looking for something a little different, Griffin trim offers a black styling pack that includes black alloys, a contrast black roof and a black front grille.
Can I get a used Vauxhall Corsa on finance?
At Stellantis &You UK, you’ll find a wide range of used Corsas for sale near you – you can browse the full online range of used Vauxhall Corsa cars available right away. Once you’ve found the model you like, you’ll have a variety of options available to you, including the ability to reserve your chosen model and get a valuation on your current car if you’re thinking of a part-exchange.
When it comes to your buying options, we offer a variety of finance options across our model range including personal contract purchase (PCP), hire purchase (HP) and conditional sale (CS). To find out more about how any of these options might break down, simply click on the monthly rate advertised on your chosen used Corsa model and you can get a full breakdown of the potential costs attached via our finance calculator.
Used Vauxhall Corsa FAQs
How reliable are used Vauxhall Corsas?
As one of the UK’s oldest car makers, Vauxhall has developed a reputation for creating quality cars with solid reliability ratings. As for the Corsa itself, the What Car? 2021 Reliability Survey listed the used Vauxhall Corsa among its list of most reliable small cars aged up to five years old, with the supermini scoring 90.6%.
Is a used Corsa safe?
Both the 2014-2019 and 2019-current used Corsa models boast a four-star safety rating from Euro NCAP. The most recent generation of Corsa offers a safety-rating boost for both adult and child occupants, scoring 84% and 86% in the respective categories.
How big is a second-hand Vauxhall Corsa?
The latest used Corsa comes is ever-so-slightly longer than its predecessor at 4.06m long. It’s 1.765m tall and 1.435m wide, which positions it competitively with many other major names in the supermini category. You’ll get 309 litres of boot space – 24 litres more than the older model – and up to 1,118 litres with the seats down.
Is a used Vauxhall Corsa cheap to run?
You can expect somewhere in the region of 50mpg with the newest iterations of used Vauxhall Corsa, although look out for a few of the older ecoFLEX models than can push towards 60mpg, too. You can also find excellent turbocharged petrol engines that offer solid performance. Of course, if you’re looking to maximise efficiency, you could always consider the all-electric Corsa-e as a green alternative.
How much should I expect to pay for a used Vauxhall Corsa?
You’ll find an array of used Vauxhall Corsas for sale at Stellantis &You UK ranging from great deals on older-generation models through big reductions on nearly new options. Prices start from well under £10,000, but you can get a better idea of what sort of value for money you’re getting via the AutoTrader Price Indicator shown on many of our listings.
This will help you to identify which of our deals are priced at or below market rate, with many of our second-hand Corsas for sale carrying the AutoTrader ‘Low Price’ indicator – which is the first sign that you’re getting a great deal.
Get a great deal on a huge range of second-hand Vauxhall Corsas for sale at Stellantis &You UK
Where better to buy one of the UK’s best-loved and most trusted cars than with one of the UK’s most trusted used Vauxhall dealers? We only sell approved used Vauxhall Corsas, meaning that every model that you see listed for sale has gone through rigorous presale testing to ensure that it’s of the highest quality.
You’re also offered the following assurances on any used purchase as part of our approved used guarantee of quality:
- Comprehensive vehicle, mechanical and quality inspection before sale
- 12-month manufacturer warranty
- Full history of ownership check incorporating mileage, insurance history, theft and outstanding finance
- 12-month MOT test cover
- 30-day exchange guarantee
A pack leader in the supermini category for nearly 30 years, the evergreen Vauxhall Corsa is one of the UK’s favourite vehicles. Always up to date, always competent and always a little bit of fun, too, discover why the used Vauxhall Corsa is a modern classic with Stellantis &You UK.
Ready to get started? Shop our full online used cars range today, visit your nearest Stellantis &You UK dealer or get in touch with our team for more information.
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