Vauxhall Corsa Red Edition 2016 review - pictures

The latest Vauxhall Corsa VXR is a fast and lairy hot hatchback, but what if you don't need all that grunt? That's where the new Corsa Red Edition comes in.

The Vauxhall Corsa Red Edition uses the same 148bhp turbocharged 1.4-litre petrol engine from the Vauxhall Adam S.

The Red Edition is based on the 3-door Corsa, which means it's less practical than the five door, but does look good.

The 1.4-litre turbocharged petrol engine in this car is smooth and refined, with a healthy dose of torque.

The engine has to be revved to get the best out of it, but in its sweet spot it feels punchy and sounds sporty.

Don't expect the Red Edition to attack corners like the VXR does - despite the sports suspension.

Inside, the Red Edition gets red detailing across the dashboard as well as a piano-black panel.

A claimed economy figure of 49.6mpg doesn't match Ford's EcoBoost engine range.