Vauxhall Corsa 1.2 PureTech / 1.5 BlueHDI Engine Replacement Compare Prices & Get Quotes

A Vauxhall Corsa 1.2 PureTech engine replacement typically costs £1,500-£2,800 supply-only for a rebuilt unit (EB2ADTS / EB2DTS), with used engines from £400-£900. Fitting adds approximately £390-£585 in labour (6-9 hours at independent specialist rates). Main dealer fitted prices are typically 30-50% higher. Remanufactured units from specialists like Ivor Searle cost up to 40% less than OE and come with a 12-month unlimited mileage parts and labour warranty.

• Used EB2ADTS/EB2DTS: £400-£900
• Reconditioned: £1,200-£2,200
• Rebuilt: £1,500-£2,800

A Vauxhall Corsa 1.5 BlueHDI engine replacement costs £2,500-£4,000 supply-only for a rebuilt unit (DV5RC), with used engines from £500-£1,200. Fitting adds approximately £520-£780 in labour (8-12 hours). DPF and AdBlue system repairs are a more common (and cheaper) fix than full engine replacement on this engine.

• Used DV5RC: £500-£1,200
• Reconditioned: £1,500-£2,800
• Rebuilt: £2,500-£4,000

Common signs include a rattling noise from the timing cover on cold start, oil pressure warning light flashing, poor engine performance, and in severe cases, complete engine seizure.The 1.2 PureTech wet belt should be inspected at every service and replaced preventatively at 60,000 miles or 6 years. Stellantis has acknowledged excessive oil consumption and premature timing belt degradation on these engines.

• Preventative belt replacement: £600-£1,200 at specialist
• Ignoring symptoms can lead to £1,500-£2,800 engine replacement

Common signs include a DPF or check engine warning light, reduced power and sluggish performance, and in severe cases, the car may not start.AdBlue system failures can trigger warnings even when the tank is full, with possible causes including a faulty sensor, clogged injector, or bad pump.The 1.5 BlueHDI has been reported to suffer from injection system jams, mass air flow failure and AdBlue tank seizure.

• DPF regeneration/cleaning: £200-£400 at specialist
• AdBlue system repair: £300-£900 at specialist

For a 2019-2022 Corsa worth £6,000-£12,000, a rebuilt engine at £1,500-£4,000 plus fitting may represent 25-50% of the vehicle's value. For newer Corsa F (2023+) worth £12,000-£18,000, replacement is almost always viable. For higher-mileage Corsa F (2019-2021) with values under £7,000, a used engine may be more cost-effective than a rebuilt unit.

The EB2ADTS, EB2DTS and EB2FAD are all 1.2 PureTech engines with different power outputs (75PS, 100PS, 130PS).While physically similar, the ECU mapping, turbocharger and emissions hardware differ between power levels. A swap between 1.2 PureTech variants requires professional ECU reprogramming and may affect insurance. Always confirm compatibility with your specialist before purchasing. 1.5 BlueHDI diesel cannot be swapped into a petrol Corsa without extensive modifications.