Vauxhall Corsa 1.4T [150] Black Edition 3Dr Petrol Hatchback

Ten Second Review

Vauxhall has given some attention to its fourth-generation Vauxhall Corsa supermini line-up, refining the engine range down to variants of an improved version of its 1.4-litre petrol engine and enhancing the value proposition on offer. If you want a sharp deal on a car in this class, you'll get it on this one, but there are also other reasons why a Corsa might suit.

Background

The Corsa supermini remains Vauxhall's best seller even though the brand has two smaller models - the Viva and the ADAM - in its line-up. This MK4 version has continued that trend, but recently, growing competition in the supermini segment has required a bit of a re-think when it comes to this car. Hence some changes on the engine front, extra equipment across the range and the addition of a new hot hatch flagship model, the GSi. Of course, there are still newer and glitzier small hatches vying for your attention in this class, but we reckon you'll probably end up getting a better deal on this one. Which wouldn't be that relevant if it wasn't a class-competitive product. Is it still ? Let's find out.

Driving Experience

The revised Corsa range is built entirely around versions of its improved Euro 6.2-compliant 1.4-litre petrol engine - so no diesels, 1.0, 1.2 or 1.6-litre units any more. There is though, the choice of either 5 or 6-speed manual gearboxes or an automatic. You can have the 1.4-litre powerplant in normally aspirated form with either 75 or 90PS - or with a turbo with either 100PS or (in the top GSi) with 150PS. The Corsa has always been a pretty entertaining steer and it's helped in this regard by a low centre of gravity, a stiff front sub-frame and sharp suspension geometry. This features special front knuckles, plus carefully chosen spring rates and dampers to reduce the pitching movement you'd normally get at the front during sharp braking manoeuvres. Following the current trend, the steering system is electrically-powered and is speed-sensitive with a UK-specific tune to cater for our roads. That's not enough to enable this car to offer the kind of precise feedback you'd get in, say, a Ford Fiesta. But as standard with this set-up, you do get something which most owners will probably find a lot more useful, namely a clever 'City' mode that makes low speed manoeuvring and parking far simpler.

Design and Build

On to design. This fourth generation Corsa was essentially a re-skin of the previous third generation version, but it still looks quite fresh, especially when dressed up in the manner that most variants now tend to be. At the front, 'eagle eye'-shaped headlamps incorporate Vauxhall's signature 'wing'-style LED daytime running lights. Between them is a low, sporty trapezoidal grille with a chrome bar for the Griffin badge that sits above front foglamps embedded in chrome-trimmed air inlets that are intended to make the car look wider, lower and more purposeful. Which is certainly the profile demeanour of the three-door version, always supposed to be the sportier of the two Corsa bodystyles. That's further emphasised by an upper windowline that drops to the rear in an effort to make the car look coupe-like. On the slightly more conservative-looking five-door version, the beltline extends upwards, creating a more dynamic connection with the roof spoiler. Drop inside and you'll find an instrument panel themed around horizontal lines and featuring in most models a 7-inch Intellilink infotainment colour touchscreen that dominates the centre of the dash and is smartly mounted in a high-gloss surround. In the back, this Corsa is much as it always was, remaining one of the more spacious superminis you can buy with plenty of room for two fully-grown adults - or three children - in this five-door model. Inevitably the three door bodyshape is a little more claustrophobic. Out back, there's a 285-litre boot.

Market and Model

Prices start at just over £11,000, but that only gets you the entry-level 'Active' variant which comes only in three-door form and only with the 75PS version of the normally aspirated 1.4-litre petrol engine. Across most of the rest of the line-up, the five-door body style is an option for £600 more. Most buyers will want to start their perusal of the range from at least 'Design' level, which costs from around £13,000 and comes with the same base engine. Stretching up to 'Energy' trim and a £14,500 budget means you get the option of the 1,.4-litre engine in its 90PS guise, in which form you can have an auto gearbox too. The 75 and 90PS units are also the ones on offer at the mid-range 'Sport' level. If you want the turbo version of the 1.4-litre engine, it's available as one of the options on offer to 'SRi Nav' buyers, though you'll need over £17,000 for that engine with this spec. Beyond that, there's a more visually arresting 'SRi VX-Line Nav Black' variant (with only 75 and 90PS power), before the range culminates with the top 1.4i Turbo 150PS GSi warm hatch model. Across the range, standard safety stuff includes twin front, side and curtain airbags plus ESP stability control.

Cost of Ownership

Despite the fact that all the 1.4-litre petrol engines on offer are of the improved Euro 6.2-compliant variety, running costs aren't exemplary by class standards. The base 75 and 90PS normally aspirated units record the same figures - 49.6mpg on the combined cycle and 130g/km of CO2. The 1.4i Turbo 100PS unit actually does a little better - 50.4mpg and 128g/km. The 150Ps version of this unit in the top GSi variant manages 49.6mpg and 139g/km. You'll also need to know that Vauxhall includes a three-year, 60,000 mile warranty as standard, a package that can be extended up to five years and 100,000 miles at extra cost. A year's free breakdown cover is also provided, along with a six-year anti-corrosion guarantee. Service intervals are at 20,000 miles or every 12 months, depending on which comes round sooner and you can opt for a service plan that lets you pay monthly to spread the cost of regular work to your car. As part of this, Vauxhall offers discounts on wear and tear items, such as brake pads and windscreen wipers.

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Key Standard Features*

• USB Connection
• CD30 stereo radio/CD/MP3 player + aux-in socket
• DAB digital radio module
• Bluetooth audio streaming
• Metallic - Mineral black
• Folding rear seats
• Lace cloth trim
• IntelliLink infotainment system
• Vauxhall OnStar emergency assistance
• Delete Vauxhall OnStar emergency assistance
• Lace cloth - Jet black
• Air conditioning

Specification

Body Glass
Heated windscreen
Rear wiper
Laminated windscreen
Electric front windows/one touch facility
Dark tinted rear glass
Extra tinted glass in rear windows and tailgate
Heated rear window
Two speed windscreen wipers
Brakes
ESP + traction control
Brake assist
Hill start assist
ABS + EBD + EBA
Chassis/Suspension
Sports suspension
Communication
Bluetooth system
Apple car play/Android Auto
Driver Aids
Speed sensitive power steering
Cruise control + speed limiter
Driver Information
Rev counter
Lights on warning
Low fuel level warning light
Exterior temperature gauge
Service indicator
Speed warning indicator
Multi Function Display
Multi function trip computer
Driving Mirrors
Heated door mirrors
Electric adjustable door mirrors
Black door mirrors
Entertainment
6 speakers
Exterior Body Features
Metallic paint
Body colour door handles
Body colour bumpers
Roof spoiler
Black front grille
Chrome effect tailpipe extension
Rear skirt
Front lip spoiler
Side sills
Black fog light surrounds
Exterior Lights
LED daytime running lights
Headlamp levelling
Coming home function
Fog lights with black surround
Heating/Cooling/Ventilation
Air recirculation system
Pollen filter
Interior Features
Grab handles
Centre console with cupholders
Luggage compartment cover
Rear bottle holder
12V power outlet
Load restraining lashing points
Glovebox
Front door pockets
Electric reach + rake adjustable steering column
Multi function steering wheel
Chrome interior door handles
Leather gear knob and handbrake grip
Flat bottomed steering wheel
Interior Lights
Delay courtesy light function
Driver/passenger reading lights
Illuminated luggage compartment
Safety
Front seat side impact airbags
Height adjustable front seatbelts
Three 3 point rear seatbelts
Front and rear curtain airbags
Passenger airbag deactivation system
Tyre pressure monitoring system
Driver/passenger 2 stage auto adaptive airbags
Front and rear seatbelt reminder
Side impact protection beams
Seats
Reclining front seats
Height adjustable driver's seat
Height adjustable front headrests
Sports front seats
2 height adjustable rear headrests
Front seat belt pre-tensioners with load limiters
Easy entry reclining front seats with memory
Isofix on outer rear seats
Security
Immobiliser
Deadlocks
Radio frequency remote central locking
Locking wheel bolts
Key left in ignition audible warning
Vanity Mirrors
Driver/passenger sunvisors and vanity mirrors
Wheels - Alloy
17" Black Diamond Cut alloy wheels
Wheels - Spare
Tyre inflation kit

Options

Entertainment
USB Connection	Standard
CD30 stereo radio/CD/MP3 player + aux-in socket	Standard
DAB digital radio module	Standard
Bluetooth audio streaming	Standard
R4 IntelliLink with satnav system including colour touchscreen, DAB radio, USB, bluetooth, bluetooth audio streaming, smartphone interface	£650.00
Packs
Sight and light Pack - Corsa	£240.00
Winter pack - Corsa	£365.00
Paint - Metallic
Metallic - Mineral black	Standard
Security
Remote security alarm system	£260.00
Seats
Height adjustable passenger seat	£75.00
60/40 split folding rear seat	£140.00
Folding rear seats	Standard
Isofix attachment on front seat	£75.00
Exterior Body Features
Electric Tilt glass sunroof + interior blind + passenger seat height adjust	£890.00
Interior Features
Network cloth upholstery	£160.00
Lace cloth trim	Standard
Driver Information
IntelliLink infotainment system	Standard
Vauxhall OnStar emergency assistance	Standard
Delete Vauxhall OnStar emergency assistance	Standard
Driver Aids
Front and rear parking sensors	£465.00
Advanced parking assist and blind spot detection with front and rear parking sensors	£550.00
Rear view camera	£250.00
Rear parking sensor	£300.00
Exterior Lights
Bi-Xenon headlights with cornering light	£425.00
Trim - Cloth
Cloth - Network Moonray	£160.00
Lace cloth - Jet black	Standard
Heating/Cooling/Ventilation
Air conditioning	Standard
Air conditioning, electronic climate control	£415.00

Performance

Performance
0 to 60 mph (secs)
0 to 62 mph (secs)	8.9
Engine Power - BHP	150
Engine Power - KW	110
Engine Power - PS
Engine Power - RPM	5000
Engine Torque - LBS.FT	162
Engine Torque - NM	220
Engine Torque - RPM	2750
Top Speed	130