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MINI MINI vs Vauxhall Corsa comparison

Compare performance (258 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (24,900 £ vs 19,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI MINI or Vauxhall Corsa?

MINI MINI vs Vauxhall Corsa: Key differences

MINI MINI

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  • clearly more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Vauxhall Corsa

  • markedly cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • marginally more electric range
  • somewhat lighter
  • a bit 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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Vauxhall Corsa is markedly cheaper – starting at 19,600 £ , while the MINI MINI costs 24,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,237 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Corsa uses 4.5 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the MINI MINI with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.4 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the MINI MINI is marginally more efficient: consuming 13.8 kWh/100km compared to 14.2 kWh/100km for the Vauxhall Corsa. That’s a difference of about 0.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Vauxhall Corsa offers marginally more range – reaching up to 429 km, about 38 km more than the MINI MINI.

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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 MINI MINI offers clearly more power – delivering 258 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI MINI 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 MINI MINI delivers visibly more torque with 380 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.

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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 somewhat lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 1,335 kg. The difference is around 160 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Corsa offers a bit more boot space – 309 L compared to 275 L. That’s a difference of about 34 L.

Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 445 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MINI MINI is decisively ahead 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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MINI MINI

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 156 - 258 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.9 - 6.8 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.8 - 15.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 293 - 391 km
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The MINI is a cheeky, joyfully small hatch that turns even the most humdrum commute into something worth smiling about. It serves up go-kart handling, a stylish cabin and near-endless customization, making it a perfect pick for drivers who want personality packed into a compact package.

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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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Vauxhall Corsa

Costs and Consumption
Price
24,900 - 37,700 £
Price
19,600 - 30,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.8 - 15.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.2 - 15.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
293 - 391 km
Electric Range
357 - 429 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 155 g/km
co2
0 - 116 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Convertible, Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,335 - 1,730 kg
Curb weight
1,175 - 1,544 kg
Trunk capacity
210 - 275 L
Trunk capacity
267 - 309 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,744 - 1,756 mm
Width
1,765 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
345 - 445 kg
Payload
376 - 445 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 258 HP
Power HP
100 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 8.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 380 Nm
Torque
205 - 260 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
115 - 190 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
Brand
MINI
Brand
Vauxhall
What drivetrain options does the MINI MINI have?

The MINI MINI is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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