Vauxhall has revealed the new Corsa-e Anniversary Edition to celebrate 40 years of Vauxhall superminis. Featuring a unique design and enhanced specification, the fully electric model is limited to just 1,000 numbered units in the UK.
The Corsa-e Anniversary Edition includes a range of styling updates inspired by Vauxhall’s heritage, with the first Corsa (badged Nova in the UK) having been unveiled 40 years ago in 1982.
The Anniversary Edition is available exclusively in a new ‘Record Red’ metallic paint finish, inspired by the ‘Carmine Red’ from the original Nova, and comes with further exterior and interior upgrades. A black grille with black front and rear Vauxhall Griffin badges is included on all Anniversary Edition models, alongside black ‘Corsa’ lettering at the rear – which is prominently centred across the rear tailgate, as first seen on New Grandland and All-New Astra – and 17-inch alloy wheels in gloss black, with matt grey inserts.
Inside, the Anniversary Edition features a modern interpretation of the classic Nova’s tartan seat fabric. The chequered front sports seats are accompanied by a presentation box with four pairs of socks that are inspired by the pattern found in the original 1980s Nova SR and the one found in the Corsa-e Anniversary Edition. Each pattern comes in both small and large sizes.
Based on the GS Line version, the Corsa-e Anniversary Edition also benefits from a comprehensive list of standard equipment, including front and rear parking sensors, a 180-degree panoramic rear-view camera and blind-spot alert. For added comfort and convenience, the model is equipped with heated front seats and a heated steering wheel as well as electric folding and heated door mirrors.
Infotainment is provided via a 7-inch colour touchscreen with satellite navigation, DAB digital radio, Bluetooth® and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto™, while driving information is displayed via a 7-inch digital instrument cluster. Driver assistance features fitted as standard include lane departure warning with lane keep assist, speed sign recognition, driver drowsiness alert and automatic emergency city braking. Priced at £31,000 OTR.
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- Vauxhall reveals Corsa-e Anniversary Edition, celebrating 40 years of supermini heritage
- Fully electric Corsa-e Anniversary Edition limited to 1,000 units in the UK
- Anniversary Edition exclusively available in a new ‘Record Red’ metallic paint finish
- Exterior enhancements include 17-inch black wheels, black two-tone roof and badging
- Sports seats feature tartan upholstery inspired by that fitted to the 1980s Nova SR
- Each vehicle comes with collectors’ socks that feature both the classic and modern versions of the Vauxhall chequered tartan
- Up to 222-mile range (WLTP) from its 50kWh battery. 100kW CCS rapid charging.
- Additional features include heated seats and steering wheel, blind spot alert, power folding mirrors, front and rear parking sensors and reversing camera
- Priced at £31,000 On-The-Road
- Available to order exclusively online
- Corsa is the UK’s best-selling car (May 2022 YTD and 2021 FY)
- Vauxhall set to be an electric-only brand by 2028.