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Vauxhall Corsa vs VW Polo - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (156 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (19600 £ vs 17000 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Corsa or VW Polo?

Vauxhall Corsa

VW Polo

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.

VW Polo has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17000 £, while the Vauxhall Corsa costs 19600 £. That’s a price difference of around 2619 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Vauxhall Corsa manages with 4.60 L and is therefore a bit more efficient than the VW Polo with 5.10 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.

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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 VW Polo has a noticeable edge – offering 207 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 51 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Polo is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 6.50 s, while the Vauxhall Corsa takes 7.90 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Polo performs a bit better – reaching 240 km/h, while the Vauxhall Corsa tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Polo pulls somewhat stronger with 320 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 60 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, VW Polo is barely noticeable lighter – 1143 kg compared to 1175 kg. The difference is around 32 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Polo offers somewhat more room – 351 L compared to 309 L. That’s a difference of about 42 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Polo performs barely noticeable better – up to 1125 L, which is about 44 L more than the Vauxhall Corsa.

When it comes to payload, VW Polo minimal takes the win – 457 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 12 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW Polo proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Polo is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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VW Polo

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 80 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.1 - 6.5 L
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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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VW Polo

The Polo is a small car with surprisingly grown-up refinement, delivering comfortable packaging, crisp handling and a build quality that punches above its class. For buyers who want a practical, fuss-free hatch that still feels a little premium, it’s a sensible, slightly cheeky choice you’ll enjoy every day.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
19600 - 30600 £
Price
17000 - 30400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 5.3 L
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.4 - 16.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
347 - 424 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 120 g/km
co2
116 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1175 - 1544 kg
Curb weight
1143 - 1378 kg
Trunk capacity
267 - 309 L
Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
4061 mm
Length
4074 mm
Width
1765 mm
Width
1751 mm
Height
1435 mm
Height
1431 - 1451 mm
Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1081 L
Max trunk capacity
1125 L
Payload
376 - 445 kg
Payload
432 - 457 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 156 HP
Power HP
80 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
Max Speed
150 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
171 - 240 km/h
Torque
205 - 260 Nm
Torque
93 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Power kW
59 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
VW

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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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