Thorney Motorsport, a UK based tuner that specializes on road and track cars has launched its own range of modified Vauxhall Astra and Corsa VXRs (sold in the rest of Europe as the Opel Astra and Corsa OPCs). Both hot hatches are available in two variants, the VXR-S (Sport) and the more heavily modified VXR-R (Race) with Thorney Motorsport announcing that only 25 units of each version will be produced. The entry-level VXR-S models come equipped with a race suspension set up that brings the Astra and Corsa VXRs 30mm closer to the ground, uprated brake pads, lightweight 18-inch black alloy wheels, sport livery, a sport exhaust system and engine upgrades.In particular, the Astra VXR-S' 2.0-liter turbocharged engine develops an output of 280 bhp for a 0 to 60mph (96 km/h) sprint of 5.2 sec and a maximum speed of 160 mph (257 km/h). The Corsa VXR-S 1.6-liter turbo unit produces 220 bhp accelerating the hot supermini from standstill to 60 mph in 5.8 sec and on to a top speed of 150 mph (241 km/h).
The more track-focused VXR-R models are further enhanced with a competition developed suspension (40 mm lower), racing brakes with 4 piston callipers and larger discs, a limited slip differential and more extensive engine upgrades. The Astra VXR-R delivers an impressive 300 bhp that allows the 3-door hatchback to accelerate from zero to 60 mph (96 km/h) in just 4.9 seconds and achieve a top speed of 170 mph (273 km/h). Respectively, the Corsa VXR-R's 1.6 Turbo makes 230 bhp for a 0-60 mph sprint of 5.4 seconds and a maximum speed of 160 mph (257 km/h).
All four models are only available as new cars from the Thorney Motorsport Performance Centers that are located within Vauxhall's dealer network.
Vauxhall Astra VXR-S
CHASSIS.
- TMS Uprated Suspension Springs, 30mm Lower
- TMS Fast Road Geometry Setup
ENGINE & DRIVETRAIN.
- TMS Race Exhaust by Milltek Sport with unique black tipped exhaust tailpipe.
- TMS Stage 2 Engine Remap
BRAKES.
- TMS Uprated Brake Pads Front & Rear
WHEELS & TYRES.
- TMS 18" Lightweight Alloy Wheels by Team Dynamics with Unique Red Lip
- 225/40YR18 Dunlop SportMaxx Tyres
BODYWORK.
- Unique VXR-S Detailing & Badges
- Limited Edition Plaque & Ownership Certificate
PERFORMANCE.
- 0-60mph: 5.2 Seconds
- Top Speed: 160 MPH
- Max. BHP: 280 BHP
- Max. Torque: 310 ft/lbs
Price: £22,995 OTR
Options:
- Full Thorney Motorsport Race Livery £999
- Fully Adjustable Race Suspension £899
- TMS ATB Competition Differential £999
- AP Racing Formula Brake Kit £1599
Vauxhall Astra VXR-R
CHASSIS.
- TMS Race Suspension, with Uprated Springs and Dampers, 40mm Lower.
- TMS Uprated Fast Road Geometry Setup
- TMS Competition Limited Slip Differential
ENGINE & DRIVETRAIN.
- TMS Race Exhaust by Milltek Sport with unique black tipped exhaust tailpipe.
- TMS Performance Front Mounted Intercooler
- TMS Stage 3 Engine Remap
BRAKES.
- 4 Piston Racing Brake Kit
- Uprated Brake Pads Front & Rear
WHEELS & TYRES.
- TMS 18" Lightweight Alloy Wheels by Team Dynamics with Unique Green Lip
- Dunlop SportMaxx Ultra Performance Tyres
BODYWORK.
- Unique VXR-R Detailing & Badges
- Limited Edition Plaque & Ownership Certificate
PERFORMANCE.
- 0-60mph: 4.9 Seconds
- Top Speed: 170 MPH
- Max. BHP: 300 BHP
- Max. Torque: 340 ft/lbs
Price: £26,295 OTR
Options:
- Full Thorney Motorsport Race Livery £999
- Full & Half TMS Roll Cages £1499
- Fully Adjustable Race Suspension £899
- Dunlop Direzza 03G Trackday Tyres £499
- Recaro Fixed Bucket Seats £1499
Vauxhall Corsa VXR-S
CHASSIS.
- TMS Uprated Suspension Springs, 30mm Lower
- TMS Fast Road Geometry Setup
ENGINE & DRIVETRAIN.
- TMS Race Exhaust by Milltek Sport
- TMS Stage 2 Engine Remap
BRAKES.
- TMS Uprated Brake Pads Front & Rear
WHEELS & TYRES.
- TMS 18" Lightweight Alloy Wheels by Team
- Dynamics with Unique Red Lip
BODYWORK.
- Unique VXR-S Detailing & Badges
- Limited Edition Plaque & Ownership Certificate
PERFORMANCE.
- 0-60mph: 5.8 Seconds
- Top Speed: 150 MPH
- Max. BHP: 220 BHP
- Max. Torque: 250 ft/lbs
Price: £18,295 OTR
Options:
- Full Thorney Motorsport Race Livery £999
- Fully Adjustable Race Suspension £899
- TMS ATB Competition Differential £999
- AP Racing Formula Brake Kit £1599
Vauxhall Corsa VXR-R
CHASSIS.
- TMS Race Suspension, with Uprated Springs and Dampers, 40mm Lower.
- TMS Uprated Fast Road Geometry Setup
- TMS Competition Limited Slip Differential
ENGINE & DRIVETRAIN.
- TMS Race Exhaust by Milltek Sport
- TMS Performance Front Mounted Intercooler
- TMS Stage 3 Engine Remap
BRAKES.
- 4 Piston Racing Brake Kit
- Uprated Brake Pads Front & Rear
WHEELS & TYRES.
- TMS 18" Lightweight Alloy Wheels by Team Dynamics with Unique Green Lip
- Dunlop SportMaxx Ultra Performance Tyres
BODYWORK.
- Unique VXR-R Detailing & Badges
- Limited Edition Plaque & Ownership Certificate
PERFORMANCE.
- 0-60mph: 5.4 Seconds
- Top Speed: 160 MPH
- Max. BHP: 230 BHP
- Max. Torque: 260 ft/lbs
Price: £22,495 OTR
Options:
- Full Thorney Motorsport Race Livery £999
- Full & Half TMS Roll Cages £1499
- Fully Adjustable Race Suspension £899
- Dunlop Direzza 03G Trackday Tyres £499
- Recaro Fixed Bucket Seats £1499
