Vauxhall has broadened the appeal of its Corsa Yes Edition by adding a new 1.2-litre turbo petrol 100hp engine with eight-speed auto. This latest move is a response to strong buyer demand for small autos, and comes in at £21,640 on the road.
The Yes expands the appeal of the Corsa model range, adding a much needed small auto, now coming with five powertrain options, including petrol, hybrid, and fully electric models. The 1.2 100hp auto is all new, and sits alongside a 1.2 manual, hybrid, and two all-electric models, each focused on offering tech combined with value.
Despite being offered as a value car, Corsa Yes edition is pretty well equipped, offering 16-inch diamond-cut alloys sports seats, a heated vegan leather steering wheel and Vauxhall’s latest PureConnect infotainment with a 10.0-inch touchscreen, plus wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Pricing for Corsa Yes has been reduced and starts at £19,910 and tops out at £27,400 for the longer-range electric version. The all-electric versions start at £26,005 with a claimed range up to 265 miles, so making the jump to an EV is more accessible than ever. For the petrol auto, you’re looking at CO2 emissions of 127g/km and a claimed 50.4mpg combined, which should keep running costs in check.
What this means for you
If you’ve struggled to find an affordable small automatic, the arrival of the new 1.2 turbo auto Corsa Yes does give you an additional option. With an on-the-road price just above £21k, it adds genuine appeal to one of the UK’s most popular hatchbacks, without scrimping on features.
Having manual, auto, hybrid and electric variants all available makes the Corsa Yes an attractive choice for families, regular commuters and those wanting a car that fits their lifestyle and budget. Crucially, this Special Edition undercuts the entry-level Design trim yet gives you even more kit, so you get plenty for your money.
Editor’s view: Why the price difference between auto and manual?
I have to admit I’d like to have seen the Corsa Yes automatic priced even more sharply. If Vauxhall had got this well-equipped automatic below the £20,000 mark, maybe matching the price of the manual version, it would have been a winning story. After all, two pedal cars now outsell those with three, so this could have made a statement at the same price. As it stands, £21,640 keeps it affordable for an automatic with this kit list, but it feels a little short of a game-changer.
Setting aside the pricing gripe, I can’t fault the approach elsewhere. The Corsa Yes packs in a generous specification, a smart and practical cabin, all the tech you could need and an eight-speed auto that will take the stress out of most journeys. It’s particularly strong on safety and connectivity, too – areas buyers tell us really matter. That’s why it’s a Parkers award-winning car.
If you’re in the market for a small hatchback, the Corsa Yes still checks a lot of boxes even if it lacks the sheer desirability of a Renault Clio or 5 E-Tech. Even so, it remains an honest, value-packed choice for first-time car buyers.
Keith Adams – Editor, Parkers
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