Skip advert
Advertisement

New Vauxhall Corsa VXR hot hatch to get electric power in 2021

Exclusive: a hot new Vauxhall Corsa is on the way with an electric powertrain and possibly a VXR badge

Vauxhall Astra VXR badge

Auto Express understands that Vauxhall could launch a hot electric Corsa, possibly wearing a VXR badge, as early as 2021.

The new generation Corsa is due later this year running on the platform borrowed from its Peugeot 208 sister car. It now seems the Vauxhall could also benefit from the electric powertrain Peugeot has apparently earmarked for the new Peugeot 208 GTi hot hatch.

Advertisement - Article continues below

Speaking exclusively to Auto Express, Vauxhall/Opel CEO Michael Lohscheller said, “You can be sure that we will have some positive surprises in terms of having emotion as one brand pillar of Vauxhall.”

Best hot hatchbacks to buy now

“I think the electrification point is important; most people think electrification is for green reasons, for CO2 etc. It’s not only that – it’s also fun. I think that’s what we’re thinking of and how we might bring that to more people – but it’s just in the thinking at the moment

“We’re thinking about how we can bring electrification to a new level in terms of sportiness. This emotional aspect of electrification is important, so its not years away.”

Lohscheller confirmed that Vauxhall will have four electrified models by the end of 2020. A plug-in version of the Grandland X SUV will arrive at the end of this year, followed by an all-electric version of the new Corsa at the start of 2020. Next up will be an all-electric version of the Luton-built Vivaro van, unsurprisingly called Vivaro-e, while wrapping up the year will be an electric version of the next-generation Mokka X.

“We’ve chosen to launch electric cars in some of the biggest segments,” Lohscheller told us.

Do you like the idea of an electric Vauxhall Corsa VXR? Have your say in the comments...

Skip advert
Advertisement
Skip advert
Advertisement

Recommended

Vauxhall Corsa review
Vauxhall Corsa 1.2 Turbo GS main image

Vauxhall Corsa review

The Vauxhall Corsa is a smart-looking supermini, has numerous engine options, and offers good levels of standard equipment
In-depth reviews
4 Nov 2024
Vauxhall Corsa GS long-term test: long trips highlight supermini's comforts
Auto Express senior news reporter Alastair Crooks holding a giant clothes peg while standing next to the Vauxhall Corsa GS

Vauxhall Corsa GS long-term test: long trips highlight supermini's comforts

Final report: big-selling supermini has been a hit over the past six months
Long-term tests
23 Oct 2024
Car Deal of the Day: Vauxhall Corsa supermini looks super value at £139 per month
Vauxhall Corsa 1.2 Turbo GS main image

Car Deal of the Day: Vauxhall Corsa supermini looks super value at £139 per month

Our Deal of the Day for 6 October is a small car that’s been a big favourite with British buyers for over 30 years
News
6 Oct 2024
Vauxhall Corsa Electric and Astra Electric receive big price cuts
Vauxhall Corsa Electric facelift - front tracking

Vauxhall Corsa Electric and Astra Electric receive big price cuts

Get up to £4,695 off the Vauxhall Corsa Electric and Astra Electric, plus customers can get 50,000 free Tesco Clubcard points and a free home wallbox …
News
3 Oct 2024

Most Popular

Hot Land Rover Defender Octa in high demand with close to 3,000 orders at £150,000 each
Land Rover Defender Octa - front action

Hot Land Rover Defender Octa in high demand with close to 3,000 orders at £150,000 each

Buyers aren’t being deterred by the hefty asking price for the most powerful Defender yet, with 2,900 already signing up worldwide
News
12 Nov 2024
Car Deal of the Day: 641bhp Hyundai Ioniq 5 N is a bargain at this price
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N - front action

Car Deal of the Day: 641bhp Hyundai Ioniq 5 N is a bargain at this price

The 2024 Auto Express Performance Car of the Year is now our Deal of the Day for 7 November
News
7 Nov 2024
Car Deal of the Day: no-nonsense MG ZS EV for £226 per month
MG ZS EV - front tracking

Car Deal of the Day: no-nonsense MG ZS EV for £226 per month

Our Deal of the Day for 10 November comes from Carwow’s new leasing arm, Carwow Leasey
News
10 Nov 2024