Should you buy one?

That comes down to monthly finance costs. The new Corsa isn’t vastly improved so it’s still no class leader. Instead, it remains a good all-rounder. The ride and handling balance is a good compromise, the 100hp engine proves frugal and performs well and, for a supermini, there’s enough space inside – even if it’s still tricky getting in and out of the rear seats with those narrow rear doors.

No doubt with its sharper looks, new infotainment and new features it has added showroom appeal, but that’s tempered by higher prices that make it less of the bargain it once was. It lags behind the class-leading Skoda Fabia and Renault Clio, but it remains a sensible buy nonetheless.

What we like

The latest Corsa handles well, it has an acceptable amount of space for the class and a good range of technology, including a very simple infotainment system. We also like its 100hp 1.2-litre petrol engine for its impressive blend of performance and economy.

What we don’t like

The ride’s harsh and the optional automatic gearbox is clunky. There isn’t much storage space in the cabin and there’s nowhere to put your phone while its connected to the touchscreen. The optional digital gauge cluster also looks cheap and doesn’t have the same sort of configurability offered by some rivals.