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Vauxhall Corsa vs Nissan Micra comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (19,600 £ vs 24,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Corsa or Nissan Micra?

Vauxhall Corsa vs Nissan Micra: Key differences

Vauxhall Corsa

  • visibly cheaper
  • marginally more power
  • barely more electric range
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
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Nissan Micra

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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Corsa

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Vauxhall Corsa is visibly cheaper – starting at 19,600 £ , while the Nissan Micra costs 24,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,371 £.

When it comes to electricity consumption, both models perform equally – each averaging 14.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Vauxhall Corsa offers barely more range – reaching up to 429 km, about 13 km more than the Nissan Micra.

Micra

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 marginally more power – delivering 156 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 6 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Corsa is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.9 s, while the Nissan Micra takes 8 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Corsa delivers very slightly more torque with 260 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 15 Nm more.

Corsa

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Corsa is markedly lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 1,452 kg. The difference is around 277 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Corsa carries barely more – 445 kg compared to 408 kg. That’s a difference of about 37 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 - 5.1 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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Nissan Micra

The Nissan Micra is a compact hatchback renowned for its agile handling and city-friendly dimensions. With a design that blends sleek curves with a practical layout, it appeals to urban drivers who value style and efficiency. Inside, the car offers a surprising amount of room and useful tech features, making it both a convenient and comfortable ride for daily commutes.

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Nissan Micra

Costs and Consumption
Price
19,600 - 30,600 £
Price
24,000 - 29,900 £
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
14.2 - 14.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
357 - 429 km
Electric Range
317 - 416 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
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,175 - 1,544 kg
Curb weight
1,452 - 1,527 kg
Trunk capacity
267 - 309 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,765 mm
Width
1,774 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
376 - 445 kg
Payload
403 - 408 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
122 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
205 - 260 Nm
Torque
225 - 245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Power kW
90 - 110 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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