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Vauxhall Corsa vs Subaru BRZ comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 235 HP), boot space and price (19,600 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Corsa or Subaru BRZ?

Vauxhall Corsa vs Subaru BRZ: Key differences

Vauxhall Corsa

  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • very slightly lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Subaru BRZ

  • clearly more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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 substantially cheaper – starting at 19,600 £ , while the Subaru BRZ costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,371 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Corsa uses 4.5 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Subaru BRZ with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 4.3 L/100km.

BRZ

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 Subaru BRZ offers clearly more power – delivering 235 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 79 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru BRZ is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the Vauxhall Corsa takes 7.9 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Corsa delivers barely more torque with 260 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 10 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: Vauxhall Corsa offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Corsa is very slightly lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 1,275 kg. The difference is around 100 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Corsa offers noticeably more boot space – 309 L compared to 237 L. That’s a difference of about 72 L.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Corsa carries only slightly more – 445 kg compared to 404 kg. That’s a difference of about 41 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
Vauxhall Corsa
Subaru BRZ

Costs and Consumption

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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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Subaru BRZ

The Subaru BRZ is a pure driver's car — lightweight, balanced and joyfully communicative, turning every twisty back road into an invitation to grin. It doesn’t hide behind flashy tech or brute power; instead it delivers razor-sharp handling and honest feedback, making it a brilliant choice for anyone who wants driving to feel like fun again.

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Vauxhall Corsa
Subaru BRZ

Costs and Consumption

Price
19,600 - 30,600 £
Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.2 - 15.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
357 - 429 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 116 g/km
co2
199 - 200 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,175 - 1,544 kg
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
Trunk capacity
267 - 309 L
Trunk capacity
237 L
Length
-
Length
4,265 mm
Width
1,765 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
-
Height
1,310 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
376 - 445 kg
Payload
395 - 404 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 156 HP
Power HP
235 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Torque
205 - 260 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Power kW
172 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Subaru
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