Opel Corsa, 2000–2003

Opel Corsa C specifications

The Opel Corsa C was built from 2000 to 2003. This page lists all 19 versions (hatchback) with 58–173 hp and 85–210 Nm of torque.

58–173 hp
Power (43–129 kW)
85–210 Nm
Torque (63–155 lb-ft)
7.9–18 s
0–100 km/h (fastest to slowest version)
225 km/h
Highest top speed (140 mph)

All versions

From least to most powerful. Figures are manufacturer claims and vary by market and model year.

Power, torque and performance for each version of the Opel Corsa C.
VersionEnginePowerTorque0–100 km/hTop speedGearboxDrive
1.0 Easytronic Hatchback 3-doors1.0 litre gasoline58 hp 43 kW85 Nm18 s150 km/hautomated manual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.0 Easytronic Hatchback 5-doors1.0 litre gasoline58 hp 43 kW85 Nm18 s150 km/hautomated manual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.0 MT Hatchback 5-doors1.0 litre gasoline58 hp 43 kW85 Nm17 s155 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.0 MT Hatchback 3-doors1.0 litre gasoline58 hp 43 kW85 Nm17 s155 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.7 DI MT Hatchback 5-doors1.7 litre diesel64 hp 48 kW130 Nm14.5 s162 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.7 DI MT Hatchback 3-doors1.7 litre diesel64 hp 48 kW130 Nm14.5 s162 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.2 Easytronic Hatchback 5-doors1.2 litre gasoline74 hp 55 kW110 Nm13 s170 km/hautomated manual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.2 Easytronic Hatchback 3-doors1.2 litre gasoline74 hp 55 kW110 Nm13 s170 km/hautomated manual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.2 MT Hatchback 5-doors1.2 litre gasoline74 hp 55 kW110 Nm13 s170 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.2 MT Hatchback 3-doors1.2 litre gasoline74 hp 55 kW110 Nm13 s170 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.7 DTI MT Hatchback 5-doors1.7 litre diesel74 hp 55 kW165 Nm13.5 s170 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.7 DTI MT Hatchback 3-doors1.7 litre diesel74 hp 55 kW165 Nm13.5 s170 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 AT Hatchback 5-doors1.4 litre gasoline89 hp 66 kW125 Nm13 s170 km/hAutomatic, 4-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 AT Hatchback 3-doors1.4 litre gasoline89 hp 66 kW125 Nm13 s170 km/hAutomatic, 4-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 MT Hatchback 5-doors1.4 litre gasoline89 hp 66 kW125 Nm11.5 s180 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 MT Hatchback 3-doors1.4 litre gasoline89 hp 66 kW125 Nm11.5 s180 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.8 MT Hatchback 5-doors1.8 litre gasoline123 hp 92 kW165 Nm9 s202 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.8 MT Hatchback 3-doors1.8 litre gasoline123 hp 92 kW165 Nm9 s202 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.6 OPC MT Hatchback 3-doors1.6 litre gasoline173 hp 129 kW210 Nm7.9 s225 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive

Dimensions and weight

Typical values for the C, hatchback.
Length3,817 mm150 in
Width1,646 mm65 in
Height1,440 mm57 in
Wheelbase2,491 mm98 in
Ground clearance140 mm6 in
Kerb weight880–1,085 kg1,940–2,392 lb
Boot space260–1,060 litres9–37 cu ft
Seats5
Turning circle10.4 m34 ft
Fuel tank44 litres12 US gal

Questions about the Opel Corsa C

What is the most powerful Opel Corsa C?

The 1.6 OPC MT hatchback 3-doors, with 173 hp (129 kW) and 210 Nm of torque.

How fast is the Opel Corsa C from 0 to 100 km/h?

The quickest version, the 1.6 OPC MT hatchback 3-doors, takes 7.9 seconds; the slowest takes 18 seconds. 0–60 mph is about 0.3 seconds quicker than 0–100 km/h.

What engines does the Opel Corsa C have?

Engines from 1.0 to 1.8 litres, running on gasoline or diesel. The table above lists the power, torque and gearbox of each version.

How big is the Opel Corsa C?

About 3,817 mm long, 1,646 mm wide and 1,440 mm tall (150 in long), weighing 880–1,085 kg. Figures vary slightly by body style.

Every Opel Corsa generation

  1. A 1982–1993
  2. B 1993–2000
  3. B, facelift 1997–2000
  4. C 2000–2003
  5. C, facelift 2003–2006
  6. D 2006–2010
  7. D, facelift 2010–2020
  8. D, facelift _2 generation 2011–2014
  9. D, facelift1 generation 2011–2014
  10. E 2014–2019
  11. F 2019–2023
  12. F, facelift 2023–present

Opel Corsa overview: current engines, dimensions and markets

Sources: manufacturer data for each version. Figures are manufacturer claims and vary by market, model year and equipment.