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Vauxhall Corsa vs Nissan Leaf comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 217 HP), boot space and price (19,600 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Corsa or Nissan Leaf?

Vauxhall Corsa vs Nissan Leaf: Key differences

Vauxhall Corsa

  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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Nissan Leaf

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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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

Corsa

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Vauxhall Corsa is considerably cheaper – starting at 19,600 £ , while the Nissan Leaf costs 30,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,194 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Nissan Leaf is only slightly more efficient: consuming 13.7 kWh/100km compared to 14.2 kWh/100km for the Vauxhall Corsa. That’s a difference of about 0.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Nissan Leaf offers clearly more range – reaching up to 624 km, about 195 km more than the Vauxhall Corsa.

Leaf

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Nissan Leaf offers markedly more power – delivering 217 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 61 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Leaf is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Vauxhall Corsa takes 7.9 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Leaf delivers markedly more torque with 355 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 95 Nm more.

Corsa

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 considerably lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 1,864 kg. The difference is around 689 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Nissan Leaf offers clearly more boot space – 437 L compared to 309 L. That’s a difference of about 128 L.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Corsa carries marginally more – 445 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 1 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Leaf is slightly 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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Leaf

Nissan Leaf

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 176 - 217 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.7 - 13.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 436 - 624 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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Nissan Leaf

The Nissan Leaf is a practical, easygoing electric hatch that turns daily commutes into a quiet, effortless affair while offering more cabin space than it lets on. It’s a sensible, wallet-friendly step into electrification for buyers who value comfort and simplicity over sporty drama, though those chasing long-distance thrills might look elsewhere.

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Mir
12 Mar 2026, 21:05:00

The author of this comparison probably doesn't read what they're writing. Almost 100 Nm is a small difference? XD And by the way, the Leaf is listed at 6.9 s to the first 100 km/h while the rival is over 8 s — that's not a small difference… it's a shame to read this comparison with so many mistakes; better to take a drive and judge for yourself.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
19,600 - 30,600 £
Price
30,800 - 41,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.2 - 15.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.7 - 13.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
357 - 429 km
Electric Range
436 - 624 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
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
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,175 - 1,544 kg
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,956 kg
Trunk capacity
267 - 309 L
Trunk capacity
437 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,765 mm
Width
1,810 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
376 - 445 kg
Payload
441 - 444 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
176 - 217 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
205 - 260 Nm
Torque
345 - 355 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Power kW
130 - 160 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
Nissan
What drive types are available for the Vauxhall Corsa?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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