Stylish city hatch with custom flair, peppy petrol engines, and finance from 8.9% APR
The Vauxhall Adam is a charismatic and customisable 3-door city hatch that brings personality and agility to urban motoring. A used Vauxhall Adam for sale offers compact charm, clever options, and peppy petrol performance. At Carsa, every model includes finance from 8.9% APR, a 90-day warranty, optional Platinum Maintenance & Repair Cover, and easy Reserve and Collect for seamless ownership.
Why the Adam stands out
The Adam earned attention for its eye-catching styling and customizable features, with over 60,000 possible exterior combinations and 80,000 interior options. It also won design awards and brought flair to the city car class.
Trim Levels and Styles
Body Style:
- 3‑Door City Hatch — Chic and compact with retro-inspired fashion.
Engine Options:
- 1.2 L petrol (70 hp): Efficient and easy to drive.
- 1.4 L petrol (87–100 hp): Smooth and versatile for varied driving.
- 1.0 L turbo (90‑115 hp): Brings responsive power and efficiency.
- 1.4 turbo (150 hp) — Adam S: Sportier hot hatch experience.
Performance & Practical Details (All mph)
1.2 L (70 hp):
- • 0–60 mph: approx 14.4 seconds
- • Top speed ~103 mph
- • Economy: up to 53 mpg
1.4 L (87 hp):
- • 0–60 mph: ~12.5 seconds
- • Top speed ~109 mph
- • Economy: ~52 mpg
1.4 L (100 hp):
- • 0–60 mph: ~11.5 seconds
- • Top speed ~115 mph
1.0 L turbo (115 hp):
- • 0–60 mph: 9.9 seconds
- • Top speed: 121 mph
- • Economy: 57.6 mpg combined
1.4 turbo Adam S (150 hp):
- • 0–60 mph: ~8.2 seconds (or 0–62 mph in 8.5 seconds)
- • Top speed: ~130 mph
- • Economy: ~48 mpg combined
Interior & Customisation Highlights
With a compact footprint, the Adam still feels personalised and stylish. The interior offers numerous colour and décor options alongside tech features. Owners love its agility around town, though note that rear legroom is tight for adults.
Why a used Vauxhall Adam is a smart pick
- Unique and personal — Loads of customisation options make every car feel special.
- Perfect for city life — Compact size makes parking easy and fuel economy strong.
- Fun to drive — Especially with the turbocharged and hot-hatch S variants.
Why choose a used Vauxhall Adam for sale on finance?
A used Vauxhall Adam for sale on finance brings style, personality, and compact performance into affordable reach. With finance from 8.9% APR, a 90-day warranty, and hassle-free Reserve and Collect, Carsa makes enjoying this charming city hatch smart and sleek.
Why buy from Carsa?
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Every Carsa car gets a full mechanical inspection, a detailed cosmetic prep, and an Auto Trader Provenance check, so you know it looks great, drives reliably, and has a clear history before it hits the forecourt.
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Pay a £49 refundable fee and we’ll move any car to your chosen Carsa branch for a hassle-free test drive.
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FAQs
No. Carsa does not sell Category write-off vehicles. Every car we sell goes through an official Auto Trader Provenance Check, which confirms there's no outstanding finance, theft or write-off history, and verifies the mileage is accurate.
The V5C logbook is sent to you directly by the DVLA after we register the car in your name. You'll usually receive it within 4 weeks.
You don't need the V5C to drive or tax your car in the meantime. If it's been more than 4 weeks and you haven't received it, contact the DVLA directly.
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Cars come with a manufacturer warranty when new, usually lasting a set number of years or miles. How much cover is left will depend on the car’s age, mileage and the manufacturer’s terms, so we can’t guarantee this for every vehicle. The best way to confirm the exact cover is to check directly with the manufacturer.
If you’d like extra cover, we have warranty products available at the time of purchase.
A lot of our vehicles do come with two keys, but we can only guarantee that each car has at least one. If the car has two keys, we’ll provide both.Because keys can occasionally be misplaced or damaged during transport or preparation, we can only confirm the exact number at the point of test drive. To secure your car for a test drive, simply find it on our website and book with a refundable deposit.
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