How much is a 2016 Opel CorsaDiesel worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2016 Opel CorsaDiesel on the Irish used-car market is around €7,220, based on 9 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2016 Opel Corsa depreciate per year?

A Opel Corsa loses roughly 18.0% of its value per year on the Irish used-car market based on Carintel.ie's regression across active listings.

Is it cheaper to import a 2016 Opel Corsa from Northern Ireland?

It depends on spec, mileage and CO2. Carintel.ie compares ROI median prices against Northern Ireland listings' landed cost, including VRT, NOx levy and registration fees, so you can see the saving at a glance on this page.

What are the running costs of a 2016 Opel CorsaDiesel?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2016 Opel CorsaDiesel using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

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Opel Corsa2016

Diesel

€6,950ROI listing median

NI import est.€10,879

ROI cheaper by ~€3,929

39 days avg on market · Low data confidence · VRT based on A5 (91–95 g/km) (12%), Revenue uses OMSP

Normal DemandMedium Confidence

Listing price range

€6k – €8k

25th to 75th percentile

Listings

ROI active now

Updated 5h ago · ROI · Low confidence

Median listing price

€6,950

private sale ~€5,760 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€4,375 – €5,313

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

208k km

typical 159k km

Days listed

39d

avg on market · demand 39/100

AI Market Summary

Compact, frugal diesel with solid urban practicality; 159k km median is typical for Irish age and usage.
Fairly priced at €6,950 median — no unusual premium or discount versus comparable 10-year-old diesels in this segment.
1.3 CDTI engine prone to injector failures (rough start, idle) and DPF clogging on short trips; EGR carbon buildup common. Budget €300–€1,500 for engine work.
Before buying, request full service history and have a diesel specialist check injector condition and DPF status; forced regen cycles are red flag for blockage.

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Analysis & Insights

Price Analysis Costs Import Recalls & Info

Vehicle specification

Manufacturer WLTP data

Power

84 bhp

Torque

190 Nm

1401 lb·ft

0–62 mph

13.35s

108 mph top

Engine

1.2L

1200 cc

Boot space

285L

1120L folded

Seats

5 doors

Fuel economy & emissions

Combined

78.3 mpg

3.6 L/100km

Urban

66.55000000000001 mpg

Extra urban

86.94999999999999 mpg

CO₂

93 g/km

EURO 6

Fuel tank

45L

Dimensions

Length

4.02m

4021 mm

Width

1.75m

Height

1.48m

Wheelbase

2.51m

Kerb weight

1,176 kg

1,709 kg gross

Safety & ownership

Euro NCAP

★★★★☆

Adult 79% · Child 77%

Insurance

Group 6E

Warranty

3 years

Reliability & Safety Recalls

Opel Corsa 2016

Reliability

3/5

The 2016 Opel Corsa diesel is a practical city car with a 1.3 CDTI engine that offers reasonable fuel economy, but suffers from DPF and injector issues that are common to this generation. Ownership costs are moderate if major items are avoided, but diesel particulate filter regeneration problems and electrical gremlins can erode value. Parts are affordable and independent garages are familiar with this platform.

Known issues

DPF clogging and forced regeneration cycles, particularly on low-mileage urban driving; can require expensive cleaning or replacement (€800–€1,500)
Diesel injector failures on the 1.3 CDTI engine, causing rough idle, hard starting, and increased emissions; replacement €300–€600 per injector
EGR valve sticking or carbon buildup, leading to loss of power and increased fuel consumption
Electrical gremlins including dashboard light failures, window regulator motor burnout, and intermittent starter issues
Timing chain tensioner wear and rattle on cold start, particularly after 100,000 km
Gearbox shudder on 5-speed manual or occasional 6-speed auto hesitation under load

Good for

Economical diesel consumption (45–50 mpg real-world, even if not baby-driven)
Affordable purchase price and low insurance groups
Nimble city car with tight turning circle and good visibility
Strong used parts availability and independent garage familiarity across Ireland and UK

Years to avoid: 2014, 2015

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