Vauxhall Corsa VXR D
A punchy, aggressive supermini that brought VXR attitude to the masses.
- Power
- 192 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 6.8 s
- Top speed
- 140 mph
About the Vauxhall Corsa VXR D
The Corsa VXR (D) was Vauxhall's aggressive entry into the late-2000s hot hatch arms race, featuring a 1.6-litre turbocharged engine and distinctive styling including a central triangular exhaust. While it lacked the ultimate chassis finesse of the contemporary Renaultsport Clio, it offered accessible performance and a characterful, boosty power delivery. The interior is dominated by deep-bolstered Recaro bucket seats, which became a hallmark of the VXR brand. As a collector prospect, it represents a raw era of British-tuned hot hatches before the move toward more refined, electronically-governed successors.
Vauxhall Corsa VXR D specs
The Vauxhall Corsa VXR D produces 192 bhp (143 kW) and 230 Nm (170 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 6.8 seconds and has a top speed of 140 mph (225 km/h).
| Make | Vauxhall |
|---|---|
| Model | Corsa VXR |
| Generation | D |
| Trim | 1.6 Turbo |
| Years | 2007–2014 |
| Type | Sports car |
| Body style | Hatchback |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Engine | 1.6-litre turbocharged inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,598 cc (1.6 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 192 bhp (143 kW) at 5,850 rpm |
| Torque | 230 Nm (170 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 6.8 s |
| Top speed | 140 mph (225 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,203 kg (2,652 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 160 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Vauxhall Corsa VXR D rarity in CarSpot
The Vauxhall Corsa VXR D is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 0 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
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Vauxhall Corsa VXR D fun facts
- The engine features an overboost function that briefly increases torque from 230 Nm to 260 Nm under full throttle.
- The Corsa D VXR's signature triangular central exhaust was replaced by twin circular pipes on the later Nürburgring and Clubsport editions.
- The car was developed and honed at the Nürburgring Nordschleife, a fact Vauxhall celebrated with several special editions during the D generation's life.