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For Plenty of go to match the show – the VXR will sprint to 62mph in under seven seconds and fly round corners, with super-sharp handling. The interior is first-class, too.

Against Some will be put off by the styling, and it’s almost as dear as a Mini Cooper S. The VXR’s resale values aren’t particularly strong compared to some rivals, either.

Vauxhall Corsa Hatchback

What Car? says

4 out of 5 stars

A serious player in the hot hatch game, but considering the high price we’d go for the even better Mini Cooper S, or save some cash and drop to the brilliant 1.6 SRi.

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Performance

0–60mph
6.8 secs
Top speed
140 mph
Average mpg
35.8
Tank range
354 miles
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Buyer's notes

Target Price team says:

When it first came out, the Corsa was What Car?’s Car of the Year, and even now it’s still an impressive little thing, offering great value for money.

The Ford Fiesta may have overtaken it at the very top of the class, but its blend of space, quality and refinement mean it’s still up with the best.

The Corsa is quite a heavy car, however, so you’re best advised to steer clear of the smallest engines, which struggle once you’re out of town.

The punchy 1.3 diesels suit the car really well, but they’re expensive to buy, so we think the best balance overall is to be found with the 1.4-litre petrol engine. It gives decent performance at the same time as returning more than 45mpg on the combined cycle.

Similarly, you’re best off avoiding the most basic trims, which look rather spartan. Instead, go for the mid-range Club with air-con, which supplies the best balance of kit and cost.

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