Vauxhall Corsa Hatchback 1993-

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Seemed OK at the time, but now that prices have dropped...

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Pretty good fuel economy. No major problems.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Wider wheels and lowered suspension improves handling from awful to OK.

    Performance

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Can't cope with more than 2 people inside. Can't cope with hills, fog, rain, snow or wind.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Doesn't start after a few days on the drive. Otherwise OK.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Fun for a first car, but very common.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not bad, even on long trips. Could use some more leg room, though. Cramped in the back for adults.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Immobiliser is standard, but needs an alarm.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Some dealers are great. Others are useless.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Has rattled since day 1. Loses power suddenly in all gears.

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes