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Vauxhall Corsa C 1.2i (75 Hp)
Overall Rating
Vauxhall Corsa:
The Opel Corsa is a supermini car manufactured and marketed by Opel since 1982. The car is known as the Vauxhall Corsa in the United Kingdom. Before General Motors sold Opel and Vauxhall to PSA Group in 2017, the Corsa was also rebadged under the Chevrolet, Holden and Buick brands.
The Corsa was once the best-selling car in the world in 1998, recording 910,839 sales. At that time, the Corsa assembled on four continents, marketed under five different marques and offered in five body styles. By 2007, over 18 million Corsas had been sold globally....(Read more on Wikipedia)
C Overview:
Vauxhall Corsa (C). With 110 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7.8 l/100km). Weighing only 999 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.8 s). The top speed reaches 175 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Corsa C achieved a respectable four-star Euro NCAP rating for adult occupant protection, performing adequately for its class and era.
1.2i (75 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate performance for daily commuting and city driving, though it can feel strained on faster roads.
Fuel Economy
Reasonable fuel economy for a petrol engine of its time, balancing performance with running costs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Affordable to buy and run, especially diesel models
- • Practical and spacious interior for its class
- • Easy to drive and maneuver in urban environments
- • Wide range of engines to suit different needs
- • Generally good reliability for its age
Cons:
- • Interior quality can feel basic and dated
- • Some engines (e.g., 1.0i) are significantly underpowered
- • Steering can lack feel and precision
- • Common electrical issues reported by owners
- • Ride comfort can be firm on poorer road surfaces
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(B: 1998 - 2000).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Vauxhall |
| Model: | Corsa |
| Generation: | C |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.2i (75 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2000 |
| End of production: | 2003 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3-5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 75 Hp @ 5600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 61 Hp/l [98mm more] |
| Torque: | 110 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Z12XE More details about the engine Z12XE |
| Engine displacement: | 1229 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.5 l |
| Coolant: | 4.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 7.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.8 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 175 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.3 kg/Hp, 75.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.1 kg/Nm, 110.1 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 999 |
| Max. weight: | 1430 |
| Max load: | 431 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1050 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 260 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 46 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3838 mm mm [98mm more] |
| Width: | 1646 mm mm [36mm more] |
| Height: | 1440 mm mm [20mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2492 mm mm [49mm more] |
| Front track: | 1435 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1425 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 140 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | 155/80 R13 |
| Wheel rims size | 13 |
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