Vauxhall has revived the Corsa GSi name after a
25-year absence, unveiling a new hot hatch that aims to offer similar driving
thrills to the Corsa VXR, but with all the space and efficiency of the ordinary
model.
Available exclusively as a three-door model, the new
Vauxhall Corsa GSi adopts bespoke bodywork that includes enlarged air intakes
and a honeycomb grille up front. Additionally, there are carbon fiber accents
along the flanks, extended side skirts, a large rear spoiler and a chrome
tailpipe.
Differentiating the interior of the Corsa GSi from
other Corsa variants are aluminum pedals and a leather sports steering wheel.
Among the standard features included are Vauxhall’s IntelliLink infotainment
system complete with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Final upgrades made to the GSi include 18-inch alloy
wheels and the same suspension and brakes as the Corsa VXR. Interestingly, the
brand has yet to release engine specifications about the model, simply stating
that more details will be released later in the year.
Vauxhall first used the GSi moniker in 1993 for a
version of the original Corsa. The vehicle only survived for one model year and
utilized a 1.6-liter petrol engine delivering 105 hp at 6000 rpm. It could also
reach 96 km/h in a respectable 9.2 seconds.
