I've spent 5 days with a VXR Corsa. Now I may be 60 but I know how to drive, my first love was the 205 GTi 1.9. I've done a few track days and I feel I know how to push a front wheel drive car. But, I also like my licence the way it is, clean. So, I loved the time in the VXR, made me feel 20 something, a big grin was on my face most of the time. Except everyone drives so slowly in the countryside. Claustrophobic! Not once. I'm tall and had no problem with big A pillars or blind spots if you KNOW HOW to set your Mirrors correctly. Could I live with it, yes, for short periods. If I was to buy I would buy on PCP because I'd like to have something that limited my driving of it! Fuel economy was OK, but I did use a lot!!! I think it's brilliant.

Just bought one myself this weekend! this review is the best one i have come across, well done! glad i also backed out of the performance pack. :D the wait is killing me already now haha

You know, I really like this guys reviews.

Just ordered a Corsa Vxr in Flash Blue with carbon pack,good dealer discount around £3700 off list made it a good prospect! Drives great to be fair,plenty of room,should do me for a few years! Performance pack will just knock your fillings out on UK roads,Hot hatch bargain!

Would happily trade in my brand new Limited Edition Corsa for one!!!

I like Vauxhall Corsa VXR 2015 review - Car Keys

Nice review, but in my opinion the Corsa D model looks much nicer overall, especially if you have the post2011 facelift version. A much more slick and agressive look than the Corsa E.

the looks are sharp and aggressive and far nicer than any other rival especially the Fiesta which looks dull but this hell yeah looks great cant wait to see some on the road! :-) great review thanks

Awesome review. Thank you

...own an Opel Corsa OPC .....now around stage 1.5, and I love it...quite rare in Australia....and I'm 68!...flying under the radar, and being thought of as a Mazda 2. After the usual intake, exhaust and remap mods I'm apparently around 220hp which is all I want. I just love the acceleration on demand...especially in 2nd around town!...seriously pisses off so many BMWs and other tosser brands!

I only asked because on the partners website all the vxr models have turbo but when you go on to the new corsa vxr it doesn't mention it.

is the old vxr faster/better than the newer 2015 onwards one also what are the newer model issues/common problems?

You could do corsa vs Astra Who would win?

Realistic dream car right now, would seriously love to own one! Think I would go for the blue one

@MajorMatt01

2 жыл бұрын

Did you ever get one

I stopped watching at 39 seconds because I figured that since you were watching the camera more than the road it was only going to be a matter of time before we heard metal on metal and the camera went blank.

nice dnb tune! anyone know the id?

My corsa d is running at 255bhp but i would tade it all in for this new beast and it looks perfect in red !!!

Really like the way it looks. 3 seaters seems to be the standard for the small hot hatch just like the Ibiza Cupra and Peugeot 208 GTI. The fuel consumption is poor and you'll be more likely to get around 30 mpg in real life. You may save a grand over competitors when you buy it but it may cost more in the long run with running costs.

What song is in the background please?

I have the Nurburgring edition and it’s the most fun I’ve had in a car and I’ve had some fruity motors in my years. Turbo nutter asbo range!

the german name isn't opel corsa vxr, it's opel corsa opc ;)

I love them but I love my Corsa which is a Nurburgring vxr 2015 amazing car, i feel it’s better than the current vxr

Considering getting one of these at the end of the year. However, I still think the Fiesta ST is a better all round hot hatch. What would you recommend?

@woodsy555

8 жыл бұрын

+Robbie Jones the fiesta st is still the best overall package imo but so many drive them the new 208 gti by Peugeot sport looks a good choice also but quite a bit more expensive than the st

@R9L4j

8 жыл бұрын

+nigel woods Glad you've said this because I've brought an ST last month and it was the best decision I've made. Absolutely stunning car which is such powerful engine that pulls in every gear

@woodsy555

8 жыл бұрын

yeah I'm also looking for a new small hot hatch can't decide at moment but yeah I've drove the st its an awesome little car but i will find it hard getting rid my clio 182 which is probably the best fun car I've ever owned but maybe the st is on top my list also.

My GF has a 2014 Corsa vxr .the only thing I don't like about it is they have noisy diff .had it to garage and after gearbox out for inspection turns out bad design from factory.good old Vauxhall.lol

do you no if the Vauxhall corsa vxr is coming to Australia

@coopsnz1

8 жыл бұрын

Don't know ! But the barina rs needs thus engine

id prefer apuma speed 245r kit on an st fiesta

OPC for Opel, VXR for Vauxhall

keep your eyes on the road! Also, why is the boot measured in litres? I would rather get a second hand a3.

I got the pervious Generation but. Tempted to get this one 😓

@M1017xfa

9 жыл бұрын

I would recommend the older version as the older one looks much better and fells better to drive

@user-vh3cx6xy3i

6 жыл бұрын

HighlowHD I agree with you

Not too bad!

no turbo in this vxr ?

@R1ckmister

9 жыл бұрын

There is a turbo with a over clock function. Engine is a 1.6T 205ps

mine is ordered with performance pack estimated delivery date 01/09/15 tooooo long

@R1ckmister

9 жыл бұрын

John Thomas I've been waiting since June lol! now that's what you call too long!

@alliecherry3573

9 жыл бұрын

John Thomas not long now buddy

@johnthomas9821

8 жыл бұрын

get it today at 12 :D

Get a rear car like a chevy or ford v8

Ok

I like the first generation corsa vxr better

Unless you live in Germany and have the benefit of the limitless speed autobahns the VXR is too much, too expensive in almost every respect, not only to purchase but also to maintain particularly if you live in any other European country besides Germany where exceeding the speed limit by 20 to 30 miles can bring about heavy fines ... Hence the GSI less 50 bhp but also far more budget friendly in every respect and unless you're an aficionado of rally driving who thinks that anything under 350 bhp is a weak and slow engine the Corsa GSI is the perfect compromise between fun and good sense. I own a Corsa OPC with 1.0 t engine and 115 bhp and all the extras and I can tell you that for me it's enough of a compromise between comfort and fun driving.

polo gti ;-)

Don't know how anyone prefers the old shape to this in terms of looks. This absolutely tramps the old one, which is stupidly ugly.

@woodsy555

8 жыл бұрын

Agreed.

@vaguemt4490

4 жыл бұрын

The interior definitely, but compare the exterior to a nurburgring edition edition of the Corsa D and the older model looks much better in my opinion

Fuel economy of 37 mpg is fine considering its 202 bhp. What are people expecting ? 50 mpg ? Some people are just idiots. I had a 140 bhp Abarth and that does even less MPG if you drive it spiritedly. These are fast hatchbacks. Want economy ? Get a Clio diesel or something. As for cheaper plastics lower down in the cabin, so what ? I usually have my hands on the wheel when im driving and looking out the window, not faffing about in the footwell ! Obsession in this country with interior materials. Look closely at premium cars and you will see they are still mass produced cars with trim that is made to look good but on inspection is pretty crap. Evoque is a prime example. Thin covering over the door panels. Merc A class, not the very new one but 16 plate model, the centre console side trims next to your legs, put you fingers on the inside edge and its rough and sharp, proper cheap rubbish. I could go on but people are easily fooled by a fancy badge

A Vauxhall .mmmmmmmmmmmmmm

Why buy this when you can get the Fiesta? Much, much better car in every aspect.

@WarthDader74

8 жыл бұрын

+Alix James The Corsa looks 10 times better

@OMGWTFALIX

8 жыл бұрын

+WarthDader74 if youre blind, yes.

@WarthDader74

8 жыл бұрын

Alix James My sight is in fact excellent sir, and my glasses are almost new. And who wants a car with a front end design that was used by another brand 20 years ago.

@jammieneville9851

5 жыл бұрын

Alix James because the Fiesta is shit?

They are better than fiesta ST it’s a girls cars

Omfg it’s beautiful 😍🥵🤤

Looks shit compared to the old one .

@sarahmurphy543

9 жыл бұрын

Not true!! I bet that's because you have the old one!!

@ashdeman

9 жыл бұрын

matty brown Looks more subtle and grown up compared to the old one. Personally I prefer the older one too though, looks a lot more aggressive. Each to their own though

@tylerwhyte8153

8 жыл бұрын

+Sarah Murphy it really does look shit compared too the old one

@tylerrgames7611

8 жыл бұрын

I just got the old one its so nive

lazy design same old engine same chassis they couldnt even be bothered to change the mirrors lol fiesta st is miles ahead

Would rather it got rid of those god awful seats, Peugeot 208 GTI has better.

@AnonNomad

9 жыл бұрын

***** They look awful!

@dgbservices6049

9 жыл бұрын

Yes give me a 208 gti over this any day! Quite simply the master

@AnonNomad

9 жыл бұрын

Damien Blaber Naw the VXR is better IMO. But the 208 seats are so fukken comfy.

@dgbservices6049

9 жыл бұрын

Im talking about the new gti by peugeot sport, the best in class IMO. Evo and pistonheads rate it above the rest (see edition 207)

@dgbservices6049

9 жыл бұрын

Each to there own I guess

Arguably the worst looking VXR car ever made, giving the first generation Astra VXR a run for its money in the ugly department. You would never think that the same company that made the new GTC VXR made this monstrosity.

it looks to plain like the normal corsa NOT sporty at all. it don't look like a vxr were is the body kti on it and the wing mirrors 👎

Nice review, but in my opinion the Corsa D model looks much nicer overall, especially if you have the post2011 facelift version. A much more slick and agressive look than the Corsa E.