Vauxhall Corsa VXR (07 on) - Review Review by Ben Wall on 23 March 2007 Last Updated: 03 January 2012 There's no shortage of hot hatches on offer to buyers looking for performance and sharp handling - it seems that we can't get enough of them in the UK. But with so much choice a car has to stand out to get noticed and that's exactly what the Corsa VXR does. It's no shrinking violet with it's aggressive bodykit, rear diffuser and plenty of spoilers and skirts - clearly this is unashamedly a no holds barred hot hatch. It has the power to back up it's looks too thanks to a 192bhp 1.6-litre turbocharged engine which delivers storming performance and a 0-60mph time of just 6.8 seconds. Agile and composed handling, a raspy exhaust note and bucket sports seats complete the package and make the Corsa VXR one of the best small performance cars around. 4 out of 5 Other Vauxhall reviews Summary Facts & Figures Equipment Driving & Performance Comfort Costs Safety & Reliability Buying & Selling Also Consider Company Car Info Owners' Reviews Gallery 4 out of 5 Summary Tweet New price range: £19,710 - £22,305 View all new prices Used price range: £7,201 - £16,416 View all used prices See 2 new models for sale from £16,823 Get a Vauxhall Corsa VXR (07 on) information pack Next steps Vauxhall Corsa VXR cars for sale Use our cars for sale search facility to find great deals on second hand cars. We have 134 models like this for sale, starting at £6,899. Find used Vauxhall Corsa VXRs for sale Hot hatch styling, great turbocharged engine, nimble handling, decent ride quality Too 'boy racer' for some, snappy throttle response, struggles to put power down cleanly There's no shortage of hot hatches on offer to buyers looking for performance and sharp handling - it seems that we can't get enough of them in the UK. But with so much choice a car has to stand out to get noticed and that's exactly what the Corsa VXR does. It's no shrinking violet with it's aggressive bodykit, rear diffuser and plenty of spoilers and skirts - clearly this is unashamedly a no holds barred hot hatch. It has the power to back up it's looks too thanks to a 192bhp 1.6-litre turbocharged engine which delivers storming performance and a 0-60mph time of just 6.8 seconds. Agile and composed handling, a raspy exhaust note and bucket sports seats complete the package and make the Corsa VXR one of the best small performance cars around. Driving & Performance Performance 4.5 out of 5"The 192bhp 1.6-litre turbocharged engine is well suited to this little hatchback and means the VXR..." Handling 4 out of 5"The VXR's weight is relatively low when compared to other small but sporty cars and along with a..." Comfort Comfort 4 out of 5"The bucket seats (produced by racing seat manufacturers Recaro) are supportive and grip front..." Practicality 3.5 out of 5"The VXR makes do with the same boot dimensions and split folding rear seats as other Corsa models..." Equipment 4 out of 5"The VXR has a reasonably comprehensive specification. It comes with electric front windows,..." Behind the wheel 4 out of 5"In addition to the sports seats, the leather-clad steering wheel - finished with aluminium trim and..." Costs Running costs 3 out of 5"As a new buy, the Corsa VRX looks a little expensive compared to similar rivals like the..." Green credentials 2 out of 5"The sporty Corsa is not particularly environmentally friendly, as you'd expect from a hot hatch. It..." Safety & Reliability Safety 4.5 out of 5"The Corsa scores the maximum five stars out of five in official crash tests. In order for the VXR to..." Reliability 4 out of 5"It feels solidly built, and other recent Vauxhall products seem to be performing reliably enough, so..." Buying & Selling Buying new 3 out of 5"The Corsa VXR isn't that competitively priced given the competition. There are more affordable hot..." Buying used 3.5 out of 5"If you're after a decent value hot hatch then a second hand Corsa VXR makes a good buy. However..." Selling 3.5 out of 5"The Corsa VXR is likely to prove popular, so selling an unmolested example won't be difficult,..." Gallery View full gallery Owners' reviews Used Vauxhall Corsa VXR (07 on) 1.6T 16v VXR 3d 5 out of 5 “ Depends how you drive it. Very responsive, so the heavier the right foot, the more fuel you use. ” Tom Yeu Car Valuations Find used car prices with Parkers accurate car valuations. Find out more Vauxhall Corsa cars for sale We have 134 models like this for sale. Find Vauxhall Corsa cars for sale Next: Facts & Figures
Used Vauxhall Corsa VXR (07 on) 1.6T 16v VXR 3d 5 out of 5 “ Depends how you drive it. Very responsive, so the heavier the right foot, the more fuel you use. ” Tom Yeu