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Vauxhall Corsa vs Renault R5 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (156 HP vs 540 HP), boot space and price (19600 £ vs 23900 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Corsa or Renault R5?

Vauxhall Corsa

Renault R5

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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 has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 19600 £, while the Renault R5 costs 23900 £. That’s a price difference of around 4294 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Vauxhall Corsa: with 14.40 kWh per 100 km, it’s slight more efficient than the Renault R5 with 14.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.40 kWh.

As for range, the Vauxhall Corsa performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 424 km, about 19 km more than the Renault R5.

R5

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 Renault R5 has a clearly edge – offering 540 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 384 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault R5 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Vauxhall Corsa takes 7.90 s. That’s about 4.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Renault R5 performs distinct better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Vauxhall Corsa tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 60 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Renault R5 pulls convincingly stronger with 4800 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 4540 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, Vauxhall Corsa is evident lighter – 1175 kg compared to 1447 kg. The difference is around 272 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault R5 offers hardly perceptible more room – 326 L compared to 309 L. That’s a difference of about 17 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault R5 performs barely noticeable better – up to 1106 L, which is about 64 L more than the Vauxhall Corsa.

When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Corsa slight takes the win – 445 kg compared to 418 kg. That’s a difference of about 27 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Renault R5 proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Renault R5 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £23,900
R5

Renault R5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 540 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 - 15.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 307 - 405 km
Vauxhall Corsa
Renault R5

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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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Renault R5

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The Renault 5 is a cheeky city car that marries retro charm with modern flair, its playful looks promising smiles before you even start the engine. Practical enough for daily life yet lively enough to make short trips feel like mini adventures, it’s an irresistible choice for buyers who prefer personality to bland practicality.

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Vauxhall Corsa
Renault R5

Costs and Consumption

Price
19600 - 30600 £
Price
23900 - 137100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 5.2 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.4 - 16.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.2 kWh
Electric Range
347 - 424 km
Electric Range
307 - 405 km
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
Battery Capacity
40 - 52 kWh
co2
0 - 116 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
2 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
3 - 5
Curb weight
1175 - 1544 kg
Curb weight
1447 - 1524 kg
Trunk capacity
267 - 309 L
Trunk capacity
326 L
Length
4061 mm
Length
3922 - 4080 mm
Width
1765 mm
Width
1744 - 2030 mm
Height
1435 mm
Height
1380 - 1498 mm
Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1042 L
Max trunk capacity
1106 L
Payload
376 - 445 kg
Payload
396 - 418 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, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 156 HP
Power HP
122 - 540 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
Max Speed
150 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 270 km/h
Torque
205 - 260 Nm
Torque
225 - 4800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Power kW
90 - 397 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025 - 2027
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Renault
What drive types are available for the Vauxhall Corsa?

The Vauxhall Corsa is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.