Safety ratings (from Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency)
Economy
Electrical energy consumed from the battery over a given distance.
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Energy consumption is displayed on the dashboard and is re-calculated as you drive. It is different to the WLTP-rated consumption (which measures power from the mains).
This number is estimated by comparing the usable battery capacity against the WLTP range.
The maximum speed the EV can charge at home or a public AC charger.
An EV has a built-in charger that converts household AC electricity into DC current that goes into the battery.
This limits the maximum speed you can charge at home - no matter what extra equipment you install. Some public chargers (such as at motor camps and shopping malls) are also AC only.
Fast Charge ⚡
The maximum speed the EV can charge at a DC fast charger.
Speed is limited by the capacity of the charger.
In NZ, fast chargers are typically 25 kW, 50 kW, 100 kW, 175 kW, and 300 kW.
Cold temperatures and the vehicle's charging curve also dictate peak speed (i.e. a warm battery at a lower state-of-charge will charge quicker).
The Corsa-e is available in the top spec SRi variant. From early 2024, only demonstrator models were available.
Price
Used Price (est.)
$33,000+
Performance
0-100 km/h
8.1 s
Top Speed
150 km/h
Total Power
100 kW
Drive
Front Wheel Drive
Range & Efficiency
WLTP Consumption measures recharged electric energy from the mains (includes charging losses).
WLTP Range
383 km
Highway Range
293 km
WLTP Consumption
152 Wh/km
Charging Cost
$3.80/100 km
Battery & Charging
Battery
50 kWh / 46.3 kWh
Chemistry
NMC
AC speed (max)
7.4 kW
DC speed (max)
101 kW
V2L
-
Safety
Based on 2019 ANCAP rating for 22+ models
Dimensions
Seats
5
Tow Rating
- / -
Boot Space
309 L / 1118 L
Frunk
-
Shape
Small Hatchback
Length
4060 mm
Width
1765 mm
Height
1433 mm
Kerb Weight
1455 kg
Reviews
Local reviews on New Zealand roads
DriveLife
2023 Opel Corsa-E | Car Review
"The Opel Corsa-E is a saner, but less stylish, Peugeot 208-e. It’s easier to use and get acquainted with, and Opel’s removed some of the Peugeot’s oddities. Naturally, this removes some of the flair as well, if we’re honest."
"When driving, the Corsa-E has the demeanour of a competent economy car. The performance isn’t going to light your hair on fire, but handling is reasonable and the ride quality on suburban streets was excellent."
"Whatever you want to call it, the Corsa-e is a compact hatch that’s good for the city and good for the environment too. It comes loaded with features (so much you wonder how Opel squeezed them all in), and has a range that’ll ensure you’re not constantly on the look out for a charger."
Opel Corsa-e: New Zealand’s cheapest Euro electric car?
"It looks great, it goes okay, it's got all the gadgets you could want. Opel might just have a winner on their hands it's up to you the Kiwi motorist to decide."
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Sales Charts and Ranking
All Time
-
Last 12 months
47
Over the past 12 months, the Opel Corsa-e was the 47th best selling new EV.
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