Step into the Vauxhall Corsa – The Everyday Hatchback That’s Smart, Efficient and Great to Drive

Yes, the Corsa is one of the best cars for new drivers. It’s small enough to be easy to park and simple to drive, plus it sits in the lower insurance groups, which helps keep costs down. Most models have good visibility and light steering, and you’ll find useful tech like parking sensors and a reversing camera on many versions.

That depends on the year and engine. Most newer petrol Corsa models have low CO2 emissions, so you’re usually looking at the standard flat rate (currently £195 a year). Older models or diesels may vary slightly. If you’re looking at the electric Corsa-e, there’s no road tax to pay at all.

The Corsa-e is fully electric and gives you up to 222 miles of range on a single charge. It’s automatic, super quiet and has loads of instant power from the moment you press the pedal. Charging is easy too – you can plug it in at home or use public rapid chargers, which can get it to 80% in around 30 minutes. Compared to petrol versions, it's cheaper to run day to day, especially if you do short commutes.

Yes, most models from 2019 onwards come with a 7-inch or 10-inch touchscreen that supports both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard. This means you can easily connect your phone, use apps like Google Maps or Spotify, and make calls hands-free.

You get 309 litres of boot space with the seats up, which is decent for a small hatchback – enough for a couple of suitcases, the weekly shop or a pushchair. Fold the rear seats down and you’ll get over 1,100 litres, which is handy if you need to carry something a bit bulkier now and then.