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Renault 4 vs Vauxhall Corsa
Selected trimElectricChange trim249 mi · 52 kWh · £27,195
At a glance
In this comparison, Renault 4 leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality, while the Vauxhall Corsa stays competitive across the board.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Renault 4 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.8p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Renault 4 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueRenault
Renault
6.7
Vauxhall
5.8
Motorway RangeRenault
Renault
5.4
Vauxhall
3.3
FamilyRenault
Renault
6.5
Vauxhall
5.2
Charging
Renault
5.3
Vauxhall
5.5
Too close to call
Cost Per MileRenault
Renault
8.9
Vauxhall
4.1
City Driving
Renault
7.7
Vauxhall
7.9
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Renault 4Electric | Vauxhall CorsaYES 100kW |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £27,195 (better) | £27,505 |
| Official range | 249 miles (better) | 221 miles |
| Boot space | 420 L (better) | 267 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 8.2 sec | 8.2 sec |
Size Comparison
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Renault 4
Vauxhall Corsa
Length
Renault 44,144mm
Vauxhall Corsa4,060mm-84mm
Width
Renault 41,796mm
Vauxhall Corsa1,765mm-31mm
Height
Renault 41,572mm
Vauxhall Corsa1,433mm-139mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Renault 4Electric | Vauxhall CorsaYES 100kW |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,144 mm | 4,060 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,796 mm | 1,765 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,020 mm | 1,960 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,572 mm | 1,433 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.8 m | 10.7 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 604 mm spare | 635 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Renault 4Electric | Vauxhall CorsaYES 100kW |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | 164 mm | Not available |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 420 L (better) | 267 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1405 L (better) | 1081 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Renault 4
- 249 mile WLTP range, longer than 80% of hatchback EVs we track.
- Eligible for the full £3,750 UK Electric Car Grant, one of 8 hatchback EVs we track that qualifies for the top band.
- Boot space of 420 L is bigger than 85% of hatchback EVs we track.
Vauxhall Corsa
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Renault 4 Electric |  Vauxhall Corsa YES 100kW |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.14m | 4.06m-84mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.76m-31mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.02m | 1.96m-60mm |
| Height | 1.57m | 1.43m-139mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.62m | 2.54m-86mm |
| Ground Clearance | 181mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 420L (better) | 267L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1405L (better) | 1081L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | 164mm | Not available |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.8m | 10.7m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,492kg | 1,469kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 52kWh (better) | 50kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 249 mi (better) | 221 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 100kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £27,195 (better) | £27,505 |
| Price after EV grant | £23,445 (-£3,750) (better) | £26,005 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available | 2025+ | 2024+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Renault 4Electric | Vauxhall CorsaYES 100kW |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 249 miles (better) | 221 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 208 miles (better) | 149 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 100 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 160 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 52 kWh (better) | 46 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | Not available | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not available | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Renault 4Electric | Vauxhall CorsaYES 100kW |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.2 sec | 8.2 sec |
| Power | 110 kW (better) | 100 kW |
| Torque | 245 Nm (better) | 205 Nm |
| Drivetrain | Not available | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Renault 4
Electric
Vauxhall Corsa
YES 100kW
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Renault 4Electric | Vauxhall CorsaYES 100kW |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £20,499 | £14,137 |
| Average used price | £21,478 | £15,674 |
| Active used listings trackedIndependent UK dealer listings seen in the last 90 days. | 12 listings (better) | 4 listings |
| Saving vs RRP | £5,717 below new | £11,831 below new |
| Recent used-price trend | Down 8.7% over ~6 months | Down 30% over ~6 months |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
For a useful running-cost comparison, factor in your mileage, charging access and current petrol or diesel car alongside the EV estimate.
Compare with petrol or diesel
Compare purchase price, energy, road tax and maintenance with a petrol or diesel alternative.
Calculate company-car tax
Work out monthly Benefit-in-Kind using current and future HMRC rates.
Cost per mile
Compare EV charging costs per mile with petrol and diesel using your charging options.
Check a lease quote
Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Renault 4 Electric
Tested 2024
Adult Occupant79%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users73%
Safety Assist68%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Vauxhall Corsa YES 100kW
Tested 2019
Adult Occupant84%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users66%
Safety Assist69%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Renault 4Electric | Vauxhall CorsaYES 100kW |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km (better) | 160,000 km |
Buying options
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Renault 4
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Vauxhall Corsa
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Renault 4
- £22,4572026Cars2View
- £20,4992025Cars2View
Vauxhall Corsa
- £10,9742022Car360View
- £12,6952023Drive GreenView
- £9,7952020Drive GreenView
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Renault 4 or the Vauxhall Corsa?
The Renault 4 is £310 cheaper to buy. The Renault 4 is cheaper to charge, roughly £144 a year versus £176 for the Vauxhall Corsa, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Renault 4 comes out roughly £470 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Renault 4 and Vauxhall Corsa like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 208 miles for the Renault 4 and 149 miles for the Vauxhall Corsa - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Renault 4 goes roughly 58 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 30-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Renault 4 or the Vauxhall Corsa?
The Vauxhall Corsa is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 31 mm narrower than the Renault 4. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 635 mm of total clearance for the Vauxhall Corsa and about 604 mm of total clearance for the Renault 4.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Renault 4 or the Vauxhall Corsa?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Renault 4 and 84% for the Vauxhall Corsa. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
Go deeper on each car
Visit the full model pages for owner feedback, expert reviews, used prices and battery-health information.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .