Here is the cheapest new Opel currently available
This page is translated from the original post "Voici l’Opel neuve la moins chère du moment" in French.
- 28/10/2023 12:30
The price war for segment B compact cars is intensifying, as demonstrated by this new Opel Corsa at 17,700 euros.
Similar to the Peugeot 208 or Skoda Fabia already reviewed by Mobiwisy, this is about finding the most suitable product for commuting. Safety, equipment, fuel economy… The focus is definitely not on 0 to 100 km/h performance.
Opel, in the process of re-establishing itself in the European market after its absorption by the PSA group and then Stellantis, now benefits from relevant platforms. Its products have greatly improved in quality and are very competitively priced.
Price
The most affordable Opel now is the Corsa, freshly facelifted. Priced at 19,200 euros, this B-segment compact is still more expensive than its cousin the Peugeot 208. If you purchase online, an immediate discount drops its price to 17,700 euros. Which is still 1,060 euros more than the Peugeot and 2,230 euros more than the excellent Skoda Fabia (15,470 euros)!
Mechanical
No surprises: it features exactly the same engine as the Peugeot 208, a 1.2-liter naturally aspirated 3-cylinder producing 75 horsepower and 118 Nm of torque. This is better than the Skoda. For an additional 1,500 euros, you can opt for the turbocharged version with 100 hp. Although the power gain seems modest, the overall driving enjoyment is significantly improved due to a 30% increase in torque.
The combined WLTP fuel consumption is rated at 5.3 liters/100 km. Real-world consumption is recommended to be around 6 liters/100 km.
Exterior
In keeping with German austerity, the only color offered without additional cost is Grafik gray. White adds +250 euros, and all other colors +550 euros.
16-inch wheels are fitted with attractive hubcaps. The front headlights are now LED—a technology gaining popularity, as it helps reduce CO2 emissions during homologation processes.
Discerning observers will notice a small rear spoiler and black side mirrors.
Interior
The interior doesn’t brighten up much, with a two-tone light and dark gray fabric upholstery. The dashboard features contrasting gray accents that also set the mood. Luckily, the equivalent features are present:
- air conditioning
- rear parking radar
- automatic headlight activation
- 4 electric windows
- Driver’s seat with 6-way adjustments, passenger seat with 4
- Electrochromic interior mirror
- Electric side mirrors
- 5″ multimedia screen
Conclusion
Once again, for less than 18,000 euros, this Opel Corsa 1.2 gets the job done for daily commuting. Twenty years ago, cars weren’t as well-equipped. Certainly, the Skoda Fabia is still 13% cheaper, but the driving experience isn’t quite the same.
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