Vauxhall (Stellantis UK) Corsa Electric
Supermini electric hatchback · 4W · Launched 2020
GBP 27,490 - 35,000 (UK market)
≈ ₹29.00 L (Indian market)
Indicative price · verify with manufacturer
Range
402 km
Battery
51 kWh
Top speed
150 km/h
Charge
8 hr
Power
156 bhp
Seats
5
Available colors
Overview
Vauxhall's UK supermini EV — one of the UK's best-selling small EVs. Launched in 2020 — not officially sold globally. GBP 27,490 starting. 250 mi (402 km) WLTP range on Long Range. Shared platform with Peugeot e-208.
Best for
UK city drivers wanting a familiar supermini nameplate with EV economics
Pros & cons
+Pros
- UK supermini EV best-seller
- GBP 27,490 starting is competitive
- Familiar Vauxhall Corsa heritage
- 100 kW DC charging usable
−Cons
- Not sold globally
- 309 L boot tight
- Standard range trim only 222 mi
- Rear seat space limited
Key features
Safety features
Known issues & how ev.care helps
Important: These issues were reported in earlier production batches and have largely been addressed by Vauxhall (Stellantis UK) in newer models through OTA updates and manufacturing improvements. If you experience any of these, ev.care's certified technicians can diagnose and resolve them — often in a single visit.
Heater performance complaints on early cars
Reported in earlier models — Vauxhall (Stellantis UK) has released fixes for newer batches.
Real-world range 15-20% below rated figure
Reported in earlier models — Vauxhall (Stellantis UK) has released fixes for newer batches.
Suspension feels firm on broken tier-2 roads
Reported in earlier models — Vauxhall (Stellantis UK) has released fixes for newer batches.
12V aux battery drain if parked 3+ weeks
Reported in earlier models — Vauxhall (Stellantis UK) has released fixes for newer batches.
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Buying the Vauxhall (Stellantis UK) Corsa Electric in United Kingdom
- 1Range: the 250 miles figure quoted in United Kingdom is on the WLTP test cycle. WLTP is closer to real life than older tests but still ~10–20% optimistic on the motorway in winter.
- 2Charging: a 51 kWh pack refills overnight on a 7 kW home wallbox; on the road you'll use CCS (DC rapid) and Type 2 (AC); home wallbox plus the public rapid network — this model does 10-80% in 30 min (100 kW DC).
- 3Incentives: The Electric Car Grant (launched July 2025) gives up to £3,750 off eligible new EVs priced at or below £37,000, applied at the point of sale. Company-car drivers save further via salary-sacrifice and low Benefit-in-Kind (BiK) tax. Note EVs began paying VED (road tax) from April 2025.
- 4Climate: Cold, damp winters trim range and slow rapid charging — pre-condition the battery before a rapid stop.
- 5Fit: the Vauxhall (Stellantis UK) Corsa Electric is well-suited to town and commuter driving — plan a rapid-charge stop for longer motorway journeys.
The Vauxhall (Stellantis UK) Corsa Electric for United Kingdom buyers
What this electric car means in United Kingdom — range on the WLTP standard, local incentives, charging, and the things petrol-car switchers ask about most.
Range in United Kingdom
The Vauxhall (Stellantis UK) Corsa Electric is rated at 250 miles on the WLTP test cycle. WLTP is closer to real life than older tests but still ~10–20% optimistic on the motorway in winter.
Charging
Plan around CCS (DC rapid) and Type 2 (AC); home wallbox plus the public rapid network. The 51 kWh pack means a home overnight charge covers most weekly driving, with DC fast charging for longer trips.
Incentives & running costs
The Electric Car Grant (launched July 2025) gives up to £3,750 off eligible new EVs priced at or below £37,000, applied at the point of sale. Company-car drivers save further via salary-sacrifice and low Benefit-in-Kind (BiK) tax. Note EVs began paying VED (road tax) from April 2025.
Climate & real-world range
Cold, damp winters trim range and slow rapid charging — pre-condition the battery before a rapid stop.
Incentive and tax rules change often — figures above are a 2026 guide; confirm current United Kingdom eligibility before purchase.
All specifications
Battery & charging+
| Battery capacity | 51 kWh |
|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 402 km |
| Charge time (0-100%) | 8 hours |
| Fast charge | 10-80% in 30 min (100 kW DC) |
| Battery warranty | 8 years / 1,60,000 km |
| Battery repurchase | No |
Performance+
| Top speed | 150 km/h |
|---|---|
| Power | 156 bhp |
| Torque | 260 Nm |
| Motor type | PMSM |
| Drive type | FWD |
Dimensions+
| Kerb weight | 1530 kg |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 165 mm |
| Boot space | 309 litres |
| Seating | 5 seats |
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The Vauxhall (Stellantis UK) Corsa Electric scores 7.3/10 overall. Best suited for: UK city drivers wanting a familiar supermini nameplate with EV economics. Key strength: uk supermini ev best-seller. Main consideration: not sold globally.
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