Vauxhall has released a revised version of the Corsa ecoFLEX for 2010, featuring more power, better fuel consumption and 98g’km CO2 emissions. The new Corsa ecoFlex manages to trim the CO2 emissions from 105g/km on the previous Corsa ecoFLEX model to 98g/km.
The good news is that the performance of the ecoFLEX improves over the old model – boasting as it does 21% more power from its 1.3 litre CDTi turbodiesel, up from 74bhp to 93bhp – as does economy (76.3mpg). Even in five-door trim, the Corsa ecoFLEX achieves 99g/km and, like the three-door, is equipped with a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) as standard, which dramatically reduces the most harmful emissions.
To obtain these improvements the engineers at Vauxhall have added a variable geometry trubocharger to the engine, as a result the car can accelerate from 0-62mph in 12.3 seconds, and has a maximum speed of 110mph.
Prices have not yet been released but the car is due on sale in January 2010.
CORSA FLEXES ECO CRED WITH NEW SUB-99g MODEL
- New 3-door Corsa ecoFLEX will be available with 98g/km
- Power increased by 20PS over existing 105g/km Corsa ecoFLEX
- Even 5-door version achieves sub-100g/km emissions
Luton – The most economical Vauxhall model ever will be available to order from January 2010 when the new Corsa ecoFLEX hits the UK market, boasting CO 2 emissions of just 98g/km and a miserly combined fuel consumption of 76.3mpg.
Even in five-door trim, the Corsa ecoFLEX achieves 99g/km and, like the three-door, is equipped with a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) as standard, which dramatically reduces the most harmful emissions. As a result, Corsa ecoFLEX drivers will benefit from 
not only the lowest 13 per cent BIK diesel band, but full exemption from VED (Vehicle Excise Duty).
Yet incredibly, this parsimony has not dented this Corsa's driveability. Despite the improvement in fuel consumption and emissions, the ecoFLEX packs 21 per cent more power from its 1.3 CDTi turbodiesel engine, its output rising from 75 to 95PS. Torque is also up by 20Nm to 190Nm available at just 1750rpm, allowing drivers the kind of flexibility normally vacant in eco-class cars.
To achieve this rare combination of performance and frugality, the Corsa ecoFLEX's 1.3 CDTi now employs a variable geometry turbocharger which significantly improves both performance and efficiency. To support the higher turbo pressure, the compression ratio has also been reduced from 18.0 to 16.8:1, while the injection system's calibration has been revised to boost low-end torque and peak power.
As a result, the Corsa ecoFLEX's performance is enhanced further, despite using taller gearing. It will now accelerate from 0-62mph in 12.3 seconds and reach a maximum speed of 110mph.
Using the chassis and aerodynamic modifications from the current Corsa 105g/km model, the new ecoFLEX also benefits from a 20mm lower ride height than standard and in Life trim gets 175/70 low-rolling resistance tyres on 14-inch steel rims (Club models get 15-inch steel rims with alloys as an option) and aero-optimised wheel trims.
The Corsa ecoFLEX is available in Life and Club trim only. Full pricing will be announced soon.
