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VW Polo vs Vauxhall Corsa comparison

Compare performance (207 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (17,300 £ vs 19,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Polo or Vauxhall Corsa?

VW Polo vs Vauxhall Corsa: Key differences

VW Polo

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  • moderately cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Vauxhall Corsa

  • a bit more efficient
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Polo

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW Polo is moderately cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the Vauxhall Corsa costs 19,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,362 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Corsa uses 4.6 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the VW Polo with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

Corsa

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 VW Polo offers noticeably more power – delivering 207 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 51 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Polo is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the Vauxhall Corsa takes 7.9 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Polo delivers moderately more torque with 320 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm more.

Polo

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW Polo is barely lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 1,175 kg. The difference is around 32 kg.

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

When it comes to payload, the VW Polo carries only slightly more – 457 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 12 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Polo stands well ahead of its rival 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 £17,300
Polo

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/100km
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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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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
17,300 - 30,800 £
Price
19,600 - 30,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 5.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.4 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
347 - 424 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
co2
116 - 148 g/km
co2
0 - 116 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
44 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,143 - 1,378 kg
Curb weight
1,175 - 1,544 kg
Trunk capacity
351 L
Trunk capacity
267 - 309 L
Length
-
Length
4,061 mm
Width
1,751 mm
Width
1,765 mm
Height
-
Height
1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,042 L
Payload
432 - 457 kg
Payload
376 - 445 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
80 - 207 HP
Power HP
100 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
150 - 210 km/h
Torque
93 - 320 Nm
Torque
205 - 260 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
59 - 152 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
Brand
VW
Brand
Vauxhall
What drive types are available for the VW Polo?

The VW Polo is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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