New Corsa GSi in the autumn

Opel will launch a new sporty Corsa in September, the Corsa GSi, writes Trish Whelan.

It will have a sports chassis and an as yet unannounced engine power, likely a 1.4 with around 150hp.

The car will feature enhanced GSi styling, and will also have the Opel Intellilink infotainment system as an option.

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