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Vauxhall Corsa vs Nissan Micra - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (156 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (19600 £ vs 24000 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Corsa or Nissan Micra?

Vauxhall Corsa

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

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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 has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 19600 £, while the Nissan Micra costs 24000 £. That’s a price difference of around 4371 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Nissan Micra: with 14.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s minimal more efficient than the Vauxhall Corsa with 14.40 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.20 kWh.

As for range, the Vauxhall Corsa performs minimal better – achieving up to 424 km, about 8 km more than the Nissan Micra.

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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 Vauxhall Corsa has a slight edge – offering 156 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 6 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Corsa is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 7.90 s, while the Nissan Micra takes 8 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Corsa performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Nissan Micra tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 60 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Corsa pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 260 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 15 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

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In curb weight, Vauxhall Corsa is noticeable lighter – 1175 kg compared to 1452 kg. The difference is around 277 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Nissan Micra offers minimal more room – 326 L compared to 309 L. That’s a difference of about 17 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Nissan Micra performs slight better – up to 1106 L, which is about 25 L more than the Vauxhall Corsa.

When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Corsa barely noticeable takes the win – 445 kg compared to 408 kg. That’s a difference of about 37 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Vauxhall Corsa proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Vauxhall Corsa is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Vauxhall Corsa

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 100 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.6 - 5.3 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.4 - 16.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 347 - 424 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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Costs and Consumption
Price
19600 - 30600 £
Price
24000 - 29900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 5.3 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.4 - 16.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
14.2 - 14.7 kWh
Electric Range
347 - 424 km
Electric Range
317 - 416 km
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
Battery Capacity
40 - 52 kWh
co2
0 - 120 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1175 - 1544 kg
Curb weight
1452 - 1527 kg
Trunk capacity
267 - 309 L
Trunk capacity
326 L
Length
4061 mm
Length
3974 mm
Width
1765 mm
Width
1774 mm
Height
1435 mm
Height
1490 mm
Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1081 L
Max trunk capacity
1106 L
Payload
376 - 445 kg
Payload
403 - 408 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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
150 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
150 km/h
Torque
205 - 260 Nm
Torque
225 - 245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Power kW
90 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Nissan

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What drive types are available for the Vauxhall Corsa?

The Vauxhall Corsa is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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