Vauxhall Viva
A practical and honest city car that revived a historic nameplate.
- Power
- 75 bhp
- Top speed
- 106 mph
About the Vauxhall Viva
Launched in 2015, the modern Vauxhall Viva was a budget-focused city car designed to sit below the Corsa in the range. Based on the Chevrolet Spark platform and sold as the Opel Karl in Europe, it prioritised five-door practicality and low running costs over style. The 1.0-litre three-cylinder engine is smooth for its class, though it requires high revs to maintain momentum on faster roads. Production ended in 2019 following the PSA Group's acquisition of Vauxhall and a shift away from low-margin city cars.
Vauxhall Viva specs
The Vauxhall Viva produces 75 bhp (56 kW) and 95 Nm (70 lb-ft) of torque. It has a top speed of 106 mph (171 km/h).
| Make | Vauxhall |
|---|---|
| Model | Viva |
| Trim | 1.0 SE |
| Years | 2015–2019 |
| Type | Hatchback |
| Body style | Hatchback |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Engine | 1.0-litre 3-cylinder |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 999 cc (1.0 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 75 bhp (56 kW) at 6,500 rpm |
| Torque | 95 Nm (70 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,800 rpm |
| Top speed | 106 mph (171 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 939 kg (2,070 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 80 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Vauxhall Viva rarity in CarSpot
The Vauxhall Viva 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
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Vauxhall Viva fun facts
- The Viva features a 'City Mode' button that lightens the steering significantly to make tight urban parking manoeuvres effortless.
- Despite its budget positioning, the Viva came standard with lane departure warning and cruise control, features often optional on more expensive rivals.
- The name was a revival of the original Vauxhall Viva, which was a popular family car produced between 1963 and 1979.