Used Vauxhall Viva for sale

What types of used Vauxhall Viva cars are there?

The Vauxhall Viva is the smallest class of hatchback you can get, called supermini, but like many of its rivals, it uses visual trickery to look bigger.

It has an upright design similar to an MPV but in a much more compact form. This means that headroom, even in the rear, is good.

A used Vauxhall Viva for sale makes for an excellent car for new drivers and retirees alike, because it’s manageable around town, light on fuel and cheap to insure.

Popular Vauxhall Viva trims

There are only a handful of trim levels available, but you’re much better off aiming for one of the higher options for a few more creature comforts.

> Vauxhall Viva SE - base-spec car with cruise control, Bluetooth and front fog lights that illuminate individually on corners for extra visibility

> Vauxhall Viva SL - this high-spec model adds digital climate control, alloy wheels and some more style, like tinted rear windows and some leather trim on the steering wheel

> Vauxhall Viva Rocks - this is a middle-of-the-road option with air-con, alloy wheels and a raised ride height for a more rugged look

Vauxhall Viva history

Vauxhall started using the Viva name for its small family car in the 1960s, but it went off sale just before 1980. By 2015, the name had been resurrected in the UK for this supermini, which was called the Karl in other markets.

> Vauxhall Viva (2015) - at the time, this was Vauxhall’s most affordable hatchback, costing less than the popular Corsa

> Vauxhall Viva Rocks (2017) - the car wasn’t on sale for long enough to get a major facelift, but the Rocks trim was added halfway through its life

What features does the Vauxhall Viva have?

All the essentials of a modern car feature on the base-spec SE trim, such as cruise control, Bluetooth and even a clever steering system with a City mode for lighter control around town, similar to what you’d find in a Fiat Panda.

Look out for SE Nav cars, which add sat-nav but also all-important air-conditioning. SL adds digital climate control, alloy wheels and some stylish upgrades.

Is the Vauxhall Viva reliable?

The Vauxhall Viva is generally considered a reliable car because it has a simple mechanical design and that classic good build quality that’s typical of Vauxhall cars.

Vauxhall also uses the 1.0-litre petrol engine in other models, so it’s tried and tested, and really not a bad pick.

How much does the Vauxhall Viva cost to run?

You can only get the Vauxhall Viva with a 1.0-litre petrol engine – it’s best suited to towns and cities where it’s very economical, but it’s not incapable of holding motorway speeds either.

Insurance groups are between three and five, so it’s one of the cheapest hatchbacks to insure.

Who is the Vauxhall Viva suitable for?

A used Vauxhall Viva for sale is especially attractive to those looking to cap their spending, whether that’s a new driver who would usually be faced with sky-high insurance premiums, a family running a second car or someone who has retired.

If you like the upright look of the Vauxhall Viva, consider the Hyundai i10. You might also like other Vauxhall models such as the Mokka X, Grandland, or Corsa.