The Bold Arrival of the Corsa GSE Vision Gran Turismo
Vauxhall has shocked the automotive world by unveiling the Corsa GSE Vision Gran Turismo, a digital-turned-concept hyper-hatch that redefines what the brand stands for. Packing 800bhp, 590 lb-ft of torque, and a blistering 0–62mph in just 2 seconds, this EV isn’t just a gaming fantasy for Gran Turismo 7—it’s a design statement with strong real-world intent. With a top speed of 199mph, it sits at the very edge of hypercar performance, while carrying the humble Corsa badge, a twist no one saw coming.
Though wild in execution, the Corsa GSE Vision GT isn’t a disconnected dream. It rides on the STLA BEV platform, hinting at what the next generation of Vauxhall performance EVs might look like. Like Hyundai’s N Vision 74, it blends nostalgia with cutting-edge engineering, creating something both desirable and technically relevant.
Performance That Borders on Madness
Underneath its futuristic bodywork sits a dual-motor, all-wheel-drive setup delivering 800bhp. This setup rockets the car from 0-62mph in 2 seconds, with Boost Mode unlocking an extra 80bhp for short bursts. Power delivery is instantaneous, the 82kWh battery ensuring performance is backed by stamina.
Despite the insane output, weight is kept impressively low at 1,170kg, thanks to advanced lightweight materials, including flax-based composites supplied by Bcomp—a sustainable alternative to traditional carbon fibre. Active aerodynamics further enhance performance: the massive rear spoiler doubles as an airbrake, while dynamic elements adjust downforce depending on driving conditions.
This isn’t just about numbers—it’s about precision. The car channels Group B rally DNA, capturing the raw aggression of the 1980s in an all-electric package that thrives on balance between wild performance and track-ready stability.
Design: Pure Theatre With Purpose
The exterior design screams performance art. Yellow accents slice through pearl white body panels, creating visual drama. The front nose treatment eliminates the need for a traditional grille, instead adopting a visor-inspired shovel nose, while the illuminated Vauxhall Griffin emblem takes center stage in the brand’s new Compass design philosophy.
The rear continues this bold identity, with the Compass theme integrated into the brake light design. Meanwhile, the giant yellow diffuser and active rear spoiler steal the show, making it clear this is a car engineered for aerodynamic dominance.
Wheel design nods to Vauxhall’s heritage, echoing the 1980s Nova SRi alloys, while blistered arches manage airflow and add to the rally-inspired stance. The mix of 21-inch front wheels and 22-inch rears in contrasting black, yellow, and white make the profile unforgettable.
Inside, the cabin is unapologetically race-bred. Fixed seats integrated with the roll cage, an oblong steering wheel, adjustable pedals, and projected head-up displays replace traditional gauges. Illumination comes via “painting with light” fabric inserts, adding a futuristic aesthetic. Yet, exposed screw heads and structural elements ensure it doesn’t feel over-designed—raw motorsport DNA remains intact.
More Than Just a Game Car
While the Corsa GSE Vision GT will debut in Gran Turismo 7, its design cues are no accident. Vauxhall’s design chief Mark Adams makes it clear: this concept hints at the future of Vauxhall’s EV lineup. From surfacing to graphics, elements from this show car will filter down into production EVs, ensuring this isn’t just a fantasy, but a preview of tomorrow’s road cars.
The Corsa GSE Vision GT joins an elite club of 35 Vision Gran Turismo concepts since 2013, but unlike most, it feels unusually grounded in brand strategy. It’s an ambassador for the GSE sub-brand, Vauxhall’s dedicated electric performance arm, signaling how the brand will merge sustainability, electrification, and motorsport heritage into a new era of accessible EV performance.
Final Verdict
The Vauxhall Corsa GSE Vision Gran Turismo is not just another Vision GT fantasy. With 800bhp, 199mph top speed, 82kWh battery tech, and design that fuses Group B aggression with futuristic minimalism, it represents both playful imagination and a serious design study for the future.
From its sustainable composite bodywork to Boost Mode theatrics, the Corsa GSE Vision GT stands out as one of the most striking Vision Gran Turismo cars ever created. It’s a hyper-hatch that proves Vauxhall isn’t afraid to dream big—and, crucially, to back that dream with engineering substance.
