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Vauxhall Corsa vs Mercedes VLE comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 276 HP), boot space and price (19,600 £ vs 67,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Corsa or Mercedes VLE?

Vauxhall Corsa vs Mercedes VLE: Key differences

Vauxhall Corsa

  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably lighter
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Mercedes VLE

  • substantially more power
  • markedly more electric range
  • considerably more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Corsa

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 considerably cheaper – starting at 19,600 £ , while the Mercedes VLE costs 67,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 48,094 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Vauxhall Corsa is markedly more efficient: consuming 14.2 kWh/100km compared to 18.6 kWh/100km for the Mercedes VLE. That’s a difference of about 4.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes VLE offers markedly more range – reaching up to 707 km, about 278 km more than the Vauxhall Corsa.

VLE

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 Mercedes VLE offers substantially more power – delivering 276 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 120 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Corsa is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.9 s, while the Mercedes VLE takes 9.5 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes VLE delivers noticeably more torque with 400 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm more.

Corsa

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Mercedes VLE offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Corsa is considerably lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 2,900 kg. The difference is around 1,725 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes VLE offers considerably more boot space – 795 L compared to 309 L. That’s a difference of about 486 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes VLE carries clearly more – 711 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 266 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Corsa 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.

from £19,600
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 - 5.2 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.2 - 15.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 357 - 429 km
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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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The Mercedes VLE is a spacious and versatile people carrier that pairs a calm, refined ride with a premium-feeling interior. It’s tailored for family and executive use, offering comfortable seating and practical versatility for everyday journeys.

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Vauxhall Corsa
Mercedes VLE

Costs and Consumption
Price
19,600 - 30,600 £
Price
67,700 - 92,200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.2 - 15.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 - 20.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
357 - 429 km
Electric Range
657 - 707 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 116 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,175 - 1,544 kg
Curb weight
2,900 - 3,161 kg
Trunk capacity
267 - 309 L
Trunk capacity
795 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,765 mm
Width
1,999 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
376 - 445 kg
Payload
497 - 711 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 156 HP
Power HP
276 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
205 - 260 Nm
Torque
400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Power kW
203 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the Vauxhall Corsa?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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