The new Opel Corsa has now touched down in Portugal and we’ve already been behind the wheel - so you won’t have to wait much longer for our first test of the sixth generation of the long-running German model (Corsa F).
By now, you’ll likely already know what’s underneath the new Corsa’s bodywork.
Opel Corsa F: PSA-era development and Peugeot 208 underpinnings
This latest generation was created in record time after the French PSA Group acquired the German brand in 2017. To speed things up, it uses the same hardware - platform and mechanicals - as the equally new Peugeot 208. If you want the full breakdown, you can follow the link mentioned in the original coverage.
In Portugal
With sales about to start in Portugal, Opel has confirmed how the range will be structured for its best-selling model.
Engine line-up and gearboxes in Portugal
There are five engine options in total: three petrol units, one diesel, and one electric. Although it can already be ordered, the start of sales for the Corsa-e will only take place in the spring of next year.
On the petrol side, there’s a 1.2 l three-cylinder offered in three versions: 75 cv for the naturally aspirated model, and 100 cv and 130 cv for the turbo versions. The diesel is a 1.5 l four-cylinder with 100 cv.
These engines can be paired with three gearboxes: a five-speed manual for the 1.2 75 cv; a six-speed manual for the 1.2 Turbo 100 cv and 1.5 Turbo D 100 cv; and an eight-speed automatic (torque converter) for the 1.2 Turbo 100 cv and 1.2 Turbo 130 cv.
Equipment levels: Edition, Elegance and GS Line
There are three trim levels to choose from: Edition, Elegance and GS Line. Edition is the entry point to the range, but it still comes well equipped. Among other items, it includes heated electric door mirrors, cruise control with speed limiter, and air conditioning.
Every Corsa also comes with driver assistance systems such as forward collision alert with automatic emergency braking and pedestrian detection, plus traffic sign recognition.
The Elegance trim, aimed more squarely at comfort, adds features including LED interior lighting, a centre console with armrest and storage compartment, electric rear windows, a 7" touchscreen infotainment display, six speakers, Mirrorlink, a rain sensor, and LED headlights with automatic high/low beam switching.
The GS Line is broadly similar to Elegance, but with a sportier look and intent. It gets specific bumpers and a dedicated chassis set-up - firmer front suspension, recalibrated steering and optimised engine sound (presumably achieved electronically). It also brings sports seats, a black headlining, aluminium-look pedals and a flat-bottom steering wheel.
How much does it cost?
Pricing for the new Opel Corsa starts at €15 510 for the 1.2 Edition and €20 310 for the 1.5 Turbo D Edition. As mentioned earlier, the electric Corsa-e only arrives next spring (though it can already be ordered), and prices begin at €29 990.
| Version | Power | CO₂ emissions | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2 Edition | 75 cv | 133-120 g/km | 15 510 € |
| 1.2 Elegance | 75 cv | 133-120 g/km | 17 610 € |
| 1.2 Turbo Edition | 100 cv | 134-122 g/km | 16 760 € |
| 1.2 Turbo Edition AT8 | 100 cv | 140-130 g/km | 18 310 € |
| 1.2 Turbo Elegance | 100 cv | 134-122 g/km | 18 860 € |
| 1.2 Turbo Elegance AT8 | 100 cv | 140-130 g/km | 20 410 € |
| 1.2 Turbo GS Line | 100 cv | 134-122 g/km | 19 360 € |
| 1.2 Turbo GS Line AT8 | 100 cv | 140-130 g/km | 20 910 € |
| 1.2 Turbo GS Line AT8 | 130 cv | 136-128 g/km | 20 910 € |
| 1.5 Turbo D Edition | 100 cv | 117-105 g/km | 20 310 € |
| 1.5 Turbo D Elegance | 100 cv | 117-105 g/km | 22 410 € |
| 1.5 Turbo D GS Line | 100 cv | 117-105 g/km | 22 910 € |
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