The entry-level engine – which is available with a manual or automatic gearbox – is our pick of the range. It officially manages the 0-62mph sprint in 9.9 seconds with a manual gearbox or 10.8 in automatic form.

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Vauxhall has an incredibly diverse range of cars on sale, a few of which stand out above the class average. Add in the fact that it still offers some of the largest Target Price discounts in the market (something it is trying, without huge success, to cut back on), and there are very good reasons to consider buying one of its better models.

However, you need to choose carefully, because it is also a brand in transition. It has a newish parent company – the same one that owns Citroën, DS and Peugeot. And while Vauxhall’s newer models tend to be competitive, some of the others feel dated; a quick check of our star ratings will reveal which is which.

Still, given the recent success of sister brands Citroën and especially Peugeot, each new launch should make its range more appealing to buyers.

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The entry-level trim is our pick because it comes with our favourite engine plus plenty of equipment at a decent price. You get, for example, heated front seats, cruise control and a flat-bottomed leather steering wheel.

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The Vauxhall Corsa Electric is a decent electric car and a worthy rival to the Renault Zoe and Mini Electric. It has a competitive range, but falls a little short on handling, refinement and interior quality against the best rivals. We recommend going for the Long Range version if you can.

<h2>What we're looking for:</h2><ul><li>Sufficient range between charges to fit in with most people’s lifestyles – and in the real world, not on some far-fetched official test </li> <li>Quick charging times and compatibility with the most ubiquitous types of public charging points </li> <li>Priced to be within the grasp of more than just the privileged few </li> <li>As with any car, ride comfort, practicality and ownership costs can’t be ignored</li></ul>

We define an electric car as one that runs purely on battery power and has no tailpipe to puff out nasty chemicals.

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