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Vauxhall Corsa Hatchback engines, drive and performance

2000 - 2004 (change model)
Performance rating: 3 out of 53.0

Written by Parkers Published: 6 June 2019 Updated: 6 June 2019

Unfortunately, it’s not the most modern range of engines, but most suit the car well. The 1.2 offers the best mix of power and economy but needs revving hard to get the best from it. There are plenty of 1.0-litre examples around, but beware: most have been thrashed as former driving school or teenage first cars.

Steering is light on the move, but heavy when parking. Noticeable body roll through corners, otherwise, the handling is precise. It’s very easy to drive (always a driving school favourite), easy to park and a doddle to drive around town.