The Right Wiper Blades for your Vauxhall Corsa & How to Fit Them
The Vauxhall Corsa has been one of the most popular new cars in the UK for decades, so it is important to know which...
The Vauxhall Corsa has been one of the most popular new cars in the UK for decades, so it is important to know which wiper blades you need for your model.
How to check which wiper blades fit a Vauxhall Corsa
The Vauxhall Corsa received its world premiere in the early-90s as the much-anticipated replacement for the popular Vauxhall Nova.
While the moniker has been in service since the 1980s in Europe – when the Vauxhall Nova was known as the Opel Corsa on the continent – the Corsa name made its UK debut (as a Vauxhall) in 1993.
Since then, the Corsa has evolved through five generations right up to today where it consistently ranks as the UK’s most popular small hatchback. Indeed, model has also been an annual best-seller in this country in previous years,
In this time the Corsa has changed significantly with each generation, not least the types of wiper blade you need to fit on a particular model.
It is therefore important to check which model you have to ensure you are purchasing the correct wiper blades for your Vauxhall.
If you don’t know the age of your Corsa or which generation you are driving, don’t worry, simply use Wiperblades.co.uk’s vehicle registration tool to find out exactly what you need.
Forget trawling the shops to find complicated codes, just input your registration and the results will return only wiper blades that are specific for your Vauxhall Corsa – nice and easy!
What Are Retrofit Wiper Blades?
The Vauxhall Corsa 1993-1999 and 2000-2006 generation models are offered with Retrofit Flat Wiper Blades.
Retrofit blades are designed to be an upgrade for older vehicles with traditional hook-type arms to modern, aerodynamic flat blade technology.
These types of wiper blades do not have a metal 'coat hanger' shaped frame. Instead, they have a tensioned metal strip running within the rubber structure of the wiper blade.
This design allows for a flatter aerodynamic shape which reduces wind noise.
Being smaller than a conventional wiper, it also provides less obstruction to the driver's field of vision.
Vauxhall Corsa Wiper Blades – 1993 - 1999 (First Generation)
Wiper Blades Size & Fitting
Driver Side – 18-inch Standard/Spoiler Hook Fit or Retrofit Flat Wiper Blade
Passenger Side – 18-inch Standard/Spoiler Hook Fit or Retrofit Flat Wiper Blade
Rear Screen – 16-inch Standard/Spoiler Hook Fit or Retrofit Flat Wiper Blade
The 1993-1999 Vauxhall Corsa has an 18-inch wiper blade for the drivers’ side and an 18-inch wiper bade for the passenger side.
It can be fitted with a Retrofit Flat Wiper Blade on one side or with the Standard/Spoiler Hook Fit Wiper Blade.
These wiper blades are widely available to suit every budget and can be chosen across a range of different brands, including Bosch, Lucas, Aerowiper and Michelin.
They are available in twin and triple packs containing two 18-inch blades for the driver and passenger side, and one 16-inch blade for the rear screen, or individually.
How To Fit Vauxhall Corsa Wiper Blades (1993-1999) – Retrofit Flat
Depending on your arm type, either press the release button or unhook the old blade. Retrofit blades come with specific adapters.
- For hook arms, open the hinge, insert the hook, and close it.
- For push-button, use the appropriate adaptor (e.g., V2) provided.
Once the blade clicks into place, remove the green/plastic protective strip from the rubber edge
How To Fit Vauxhall Corsa Wiper Blades (1993-1999) – Standard or Spoiler Fit
A Hook Fit is the most common type of windscreen wiper adapter, found mostly on older vehicles. It is distinguished by its ‘J’ or ‘U’ hooked shape that slots across and into the wiper blade. When fitting, unhook the old wiper blade to detach it, then slide the new wiper blade over the hook mechanism and pull it back so it locks into place. It will click once it secures.
Vauxhall Corsa Wiper Blades – 2000-2006 (Second Generation)
Wiper Blades Size & Fitting
Driver Side – 20-inch Standard/Spoiler Hook Fit or Retrofit Flat Wiper Blade
Passenger Side – 18-inch Standard/Spoiler Hook Fit or Retrofit Flat Wiper Blade
Rear Screen – 16-inch Standard/Spoiler Hook Fit or Retrofit Flat Wiper Blade
The 2000-2006 Vauxhall Corsa has a 20-inch wiper blade for the drivers’ side and an 18-inch wiper bade for the passenger side.
It can be fitted with a Retrofit Flat Wiper Blade on one side or with the Standard/Spoiler Hook Fit Wiper Blade.
These wiper blades are widely available to suit every budget and can be chosen across a range of different brands, including Bosch, Lucas, Aerowiper and Michelin.
They are available in twin and triple packs containing two 18-inch blades for the driver and passenger side, and one 16-inch blade for the rear screen, or individually.
How To Fit Vauxhall Corsa Wiper Blades (2000-2006) – Retrofit Flat
Depending on your arm type, either press the release button or unhook the old blade. Retrofit blades come with specific adapters.
- For hook arms, open the hinge, insert the hook, and close it.
- For push-button, use the appropriate adaptor (e.g., V2) provided.
Once the blade clicks into place, remove the green/plastic protective strip from the rubber edge
How To Fit Vauxhall Corsa Wiper Blades (2000-2006) – Standard or Spoiler Fit
A Hook Fit is the most common type of windscreen wiper adapter, found mostly on older vehicles. It is distinguished by its ‘J’ or ‘U’ hooked shape that slots across and into the wiper blade. When fitting, unhook the old wiper blade to detach it, then slide the new wiper blade over the hook mechanism and pull it back so it locks into place. It will click once it secures.
Vauxhall Corsa Wiper Blades – 2006 - 2014 (Third Generation)
Wiper Blades Size & Fitting
Driver Side – 26-inch Pinch Tab Flat Style Wiper Blade
Passenger Side – 16-inch Pinch Tab Flat Style Wiper Blade
Rear Screen – 12-inch Pinch Tab Flat Style Wiper Blade
The 2006-2014 Vauxhall Corsa has a 26-inch Pinch Tab Flat Style wiper blade for the drivers’ side and a 16-inch Pinch Tab Flat Style wiper bade for the passenger side.
These wiper blades are widely available to suit every budget and can be chosen across a range of different brands, including Bosch, Lucas, Aerowiper and Michelin.
They are available in twin and triple packs containing 26-inch blades for the driver and 16-inch blades passenger side, plus one 12-inch blade for the rear screen, or individually.
Pinch tab adaptors require you to squeeze the pinch tabs to release the old blade. To fit new wiper blades, place the clip at the bottom of the wiper arm first, lift the tab at the top of the clip and push down until secure.
Vauxhall Corsa Wiper Blades – 2014 - 2019 (Fourth Generation)
Wiper Blades Size & Fitting
Driver Side – 26-inch Pinch Tab Flat Style Wiper Blade
Passenger Side – 16-inch Pinch Tab Flat Style Wiper Blade
Rear Screen – 12-inch Pinch Tab Flat Style Wiper Blade
The 2015-2019 Vauxhall Corsa has a 26-inch Pinch Tab Flat Style wiper blade for the drivers’ side and a 16-inch Pinch Tab Flat Style wiper bade for the passenger side.
These wiper blades are widely available to suit every budget and can be chosen across a range of different brands, including Bosch, Lucas, Aerowiper and Michelin.
They are available in twin and triple packs containing 26-inch blades for the driver and 16-inch blades passenger side, plus one 12-inch blade for the rear screen, or individually.
How To Fit Vauxhall Corsa Wiper Blades (2015-2019) – Pinch Tab
Pinch tab adaptors require you to squeeze the pinch tabs to release the old blade. To fit new wiper blades, place the clip at the bottom of the wiper arm first, lift the tab at the top of the clip and push down until secure.
Vauxhall Corsa Wiper Blades – 2019 - 2026 (Fifth Generation)
Wiper Blades Size & Fitting
Driver Side – 24-inch Push Button Flat Style Wiper Blade
Passenger Side – 16-inch Push Button Flat Style Wiper Blade
Rear Screen – 12-inch Push Button Flat Style Wiper Blade
The 2019-2026 Vauxhall Corsa has a 24-inch Push Button Flat Style wiper blade for the drivers’ side and a 16-inch Push Button Flat Style wiper bade for the passenger side.
These wiper blades are widely available to suit every budget and can be chosen across a range of different brands, including Bosch, Lucas, Aerowiper and Michelin.
They are available in twin and triple packs containing 24-inch blades for the driver and 16-inch blades passenger side, plus one 12-inch blade for the rear screen, or individually.
How To Fit Vauxhall Corsa Wiper Blades (2019-2026) – Push Button
A Push Button wiper blade fittings features a square button that when pressed, releases the wiper blade. Remove it entirely by lifting the wiper blade up. Once this is done, simply slide the new wiper blade down over arm and it will lock securely into place. Listen for the click.
When Is The Right Time To Change My Wiper Blades?
Wiper blades undergo a lot of stress when they are fixed to your car. As well as being a moving component exposed to the elements, the materials will inevitably wear down gradually when in use as they are making constant contact with the windscreen.
Indeed, wiper blades cope with more than simply wiping away water from your windscreen during rainy conditions – UV rays from the sun, deposits of oil from other cars around you, bugs and unforeseen debris all take their toll on them.
Wiper blades are designed to be durable and sturdy to withstand these challenges but they will ultimately wear down over time and if you don’t replace them, they could be classified as dangerous or illegal –your car won’t pass an MOT if this is the case.
So how do you know when to replace them? When driving, you might notice over time that the rubber blades will clear the windscreen less evenly, leaving some streaks of moisture in places. They may also start to squeak as the rubber encounters friction on the windscreen.
Regardless, it is recommended you change your wiper blades every 12 months to ensure you are getting optimum windscreen wiping performance.
If in doubt, you can inspect them close up and assess the blades for any blemishes, such as chips, tears and unevenness. If this occurs, then the time has come to get new wiper blades.
