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Abarth 500 595 695 vs Vauxhall Corsa comparison

Compare performance (155 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (32,600 £ vs 19,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Abarth 500 595 695 or Vauxhall Corsa?

Abarth 500 595 695 vs Vauxhall Corsa: Key differences

Abarth 500 595 695

  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
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Vauxhall Corsa

  • considerably cheaper
  • very slightly more power
  • markedly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • moderately lighter
  • substantially more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Vauxhall Corsa is considerably cheaper – starting at 19,600 £ , while the Abarth 500 595 695 costs 32,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,942 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Vauxhall Corsa is markedly more efficient: consuming 14.2 kWh/100km compared to 17.1 kWh/100km for the Abarth 500 595 695. That’s a difference of about 2.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Vauxhall Corsa offers clearly more range – reaching up to 429 km, about 164 km more than the Abarth 500 595 695.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Vauxhall Corsa offers very slightly more power – delivering 156 HP compared to 155 HP. That’s roughly 1 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Abarth 500 595 695 is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Vauxhall Corsa takes 7.9 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Corsa delivers only slightly more torque with 260 Nm compared to 235 Nm. That’s about 25 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Vauxhall Corsa offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Corsa is moderately lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 1,410 kg. The difference is around 235 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Corsa offers substantially more boot space – 309 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 124 L.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Corsa carries slightly more – 445 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Corsa stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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Corsa

Vauxhall Corsa

  • Engine Type Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 100 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.2 - 15.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 357 - 429 km
Abarth 500 595 695
Vauxhall Corsa

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Abarth 500 595 695

The Abarth 500, particularly in its 595 and 695 renditions, captures the spirit of Italian motoring with its compact yet aggressive design. Known for its lively performance and distinctive styling, this little powerhouse is a joy to drive, offering an engaging experience that appeals to enthusiasts. With its rich motorsport heritage, the Abarth 500 embodies the essence of fun and excitement on both the streets and the race track.

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Vauxhall Corsa

The Opel Corsa is a tidy little package that blends cheeky styling with sensible practicality, perfect for city streets and weekend escapes alike. It’s easy to live with, economical to run and just lively enough to make daily driving a bit more fun.

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Abarth 500 595 695
Vauxhall Corsa

Costs and Consumption

Price
32,600 - 38,600 £
Price
19,600 - 30,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.1 - 18.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.2 - 15.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
242 - 265 km
Electric Range
357 - 429 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 116 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,410 - 1,435 kg
Curb weight
1,175 - 1,544 kg
Trunk capacity
185 L
Trunk capacity
267 - 309 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,682 mm
Width
1,765 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
370 - 385 kg
Payload
376 - 445 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
155 HP
Power HP
100 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
235 Nm
Torque
205 - 260 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
114 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
Brand
Abarth
Brand
Vauxhall
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