Opel Corsa needs no further introduction to Slovenians, as it has been one of the best-selling models in the C-segment for decades, which is also eloquently demonstrated by the sales figures. 1,100 vehicles sold on average per year are big shoes that the fifth generation Corsa has just stepped into, and from what we've seen, it will be able to fill them.
You're a newbie it only shares dimensions with its predecessor, everything else is was almost literally developed on new. Regarding the external image, the most parallels can be drawn with the slightly smaller, but even more fashionable one to Adam, after which she mainly summarized the appearance of the front part, including the modern pointed and uniquely designed lights, among which is mask engine with a characteristic smiling face, which is "drawn" by a chrome application. The headlights can now be combined xenon and LED techniques, the latter also applies to the rear lights, which, like the entire rear of the vehicle, represent the largest point of contact with the predecessor.
Even inside, there is a lot of kinship with its smaller brother - the Adam, which has resulted in a much more modern center console, which is not only nicer to look at, but thanks to the softer plastic, also nicer to the touch. Regarding the space, the story is similar to that of the predecessor, they are still available variants with three and five doors, the latter requirement 350 euro surcharge. The steering wheel is Adam's, the same goes for the climate control switches and even more than that, the seven-inch touch-sensitive Intellilink system displays information navigation devices, parking cameras (both if equipped) and enables jump online through applications or connectivity with various smart devices.
Among the novelties in the equipment, it is worth highlighting the second-generation Opel Eye system, which, in addition to recognizing traffic signs, can now also keep an eye on lanes, observe the distance of vehicles in front of you, and warn of the possibility of a collision. Also new are the "blind spot" system and the "city" mode, which makes turning the steering wheel even easier when the switch is pressed. In addition to the heated front seats and steering wheel, the buyer (for the first time at Opel) can also opt for a heated windshield.
The range of engines consists of seven engines, and practically all of them are renovated or even new. Gasoline colors are represented by 1.0- and 1.4-liter power units, where the smaller three-cylinder, with the help of a newly developed turbocharger, can produce 66 and 85 kilowatts respectively, while the bigger brother in the atmospheric versions has 55 and 66 kW, respectively, in the turbo version 74 kW. On the diesel side we find more two revised version 1.3-liter CDs, which develop the same power as before the renovation, namely 55 or 70 kilowatts, but both are significantly cleaner, the more powerful of the two boasting a consumption of only 3.2 liters per 100 km or 89 grams of CO2 emissions. The gearbox is basically a five-speed manual, and as you move up the engine chart, it gets even more gear ratios. Those who don't want manual threading can reach for a new one six-speed shift automatic or robotic five-level gearbox.
There are four equipment packages, already basic selection however, it is above average rich for the segment. Second in line – enjoy, also boasts cruise control and a trip computer, color edition in addition to the colorful exterior and interior, it also features alloy wheels and automatic air conditioning. It is also available from the beginning of the market path flex fix, for which the importer wants 500 euros.
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The price lists show that the Corsa did not increase in price compared to its predecessor, and compared to the competition, it means a favorable ratio between the price and what you get. Prices on the petrol side start at 10,090 euros in combination with the selection equipment package, for a more powerful engine, it is necessary to add another 400 euros, and for the enjoy equipment package, 250 "greens". As before the renovation, it is also in the offer LPG version, which is valued at 11,940 euros, who swears by diesel and thrift will have to dig into his pocket for the minimum 13,840 euros. First time buyers are offered for 1,300 euros of additional equipment, and in winter free of charge front heated seats and steering wheel.
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