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Alfa Romeo Junior vs Vauxhall Corsa comparison

Compare performance (280 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (26,100 £ vs 19,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alfa Romeo Junior or Vauxhall Corsa?

Alfa Romeo Junior vs Vauxhall Corsa: Key differences

Alfa Romeo Junior

4.8 (8 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Vauxhall Corsa

  • clearly cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • marginally more efficient
  • barely more electric range
  • slightly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Junior

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Vauxhall Corsa is clearly cheaper – starting at 19,600 £ , while the Alfa Romeo Junior costs 26,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,480 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Corsa uses 4.5 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Alfa Romeo Junior with 4.8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Vauxhall Corsa is marginally more efficient: consuming 14.2 kWh/100km compared to 15.1 kWh/100km for the Alfa Romeo Junior. That’s a difference of about 0.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Vauxhall Corsa offers barely more range – reaching up to 429 km, about 19 km more than the Alfa Romeo Junior.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Alfa Romeo Junior offers substantially more power – delivering 280 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 124 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Alfa Romeo Junior is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Vauxhall Corsa takes 7.9 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Alfa Romeo Junior delivers markedly more torque with 345 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 85 Nm more.

Junior

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Corsa is slightly lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 1,380 kg. The difference is around 205 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Alfa Romeo Junior offers clearly more boot space – 415 L compared to 309 L. That’s a difference of about 106 L.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Corsa carries marginally more – 445 kg compared to 420 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Alfa Romeo Junior holds a decisive overall lead 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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Junior

Alfa Romeo Junior

  • Engine Type Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 146 - 280 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.8 - 5.4 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.1 - 17.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 344 - 410 km
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Alfa Romeo Junior

The Alfa Romeo Junior captures the essence of Italian design with its sleek lines and compact dimensions, making it an icon of elegance and performance. With a spirited driving experience and a charming retro aesthetic, it appeals to enthusiasts and casual drivers alike. This delightful car embodies the brand's rich heritage while remaining a fun and engaging option for those seeking a unique automotive experience.

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Reviews Alfa Romeo Junior

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GMarco
17 Jun 2026, 09:14:42

The Junior's design is more modern, although the three-cylinder leaves me puzzled.

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Jerzy
9 May 2026, 04:07:35

The car is a pleasure to drive — you don't want to get out. The navigation guides excellently, but Polish names are mispronounced. The car doesn't have cornering lights. The matrix headlights are very good.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
26,100 - 41,600 £
Price
19,600 - 30,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.1 - 17.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.2 - 15.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
344 - 410 km
Electric Range
357 - 429 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 119 g/km
co2
0 - 116 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,380 - 1,689 kg
Curb weight
1,175 - 1,544 kg
Trunk capacity
340 - 415 L
Trunk capacity
267 - 309 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,781 mm
Width
1,765 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
390 - 420 kg
Payload
376 - 445 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
146 - 280 HP
Power HP
100 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 345 Nm
Torque
205 - 260 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
107 - 207 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
Brand
Alfa Romeo
Brand
Vauxhall
What drivetrain options does the Alfa Romeo Junior have?

The Alfa Romeo Junior is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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