Vauxhall's smallest car is the Adam, which is different from its mainstream selection of vehicles, including the Astra or Corsa. It was first offered in 2013 and discontinued in the UK in 2019 because of more competition from the crossover segment and to allow the manufacturer to focus on electrification. Through those model years, Vauxhall was able to keep the interior updated and offer modern touches that gave the Adam a more premium feel.
513 Used Vauxhall Adam cars for sale
Vauxhall Adam2014 (14) - JAM 3-Door
13Low Mileage
£3,000
Finance available £45 pm
- 1.4L
- Miles
53.4K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
PROLINE CAR CARE LTD
Vauxhall Adam2019 (19) - 1.2i ENERGISED Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (70 ps)
11Low Mileage
£8,499
Finance available £168 pm
- 1.2L
- Miles
47.2K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
Vauxhall Adam2016 (16) - 1.4i GLAM Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (87 ps)
16Low Mileage
£5,990
Finance available £111 pm
- 1.4L
- Miles
56.1K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
Vauxhall Adam2015 (65) - 1.2i Energised 3 door Petrol
23Reduced
£4,995
Finance available £89 pm
- 1.2L
- Miles
85.0K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
Vauxhall Adam2015 (15) - 1.4i Glam 3dr
12Low Mileage
£6,495
Finance available £123 pm
- 1.4L
- Miles
48.2K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
Gleam Clean
Vauxhall Adam2016 (66) - 1.4i SLAM Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (87 ps)
21£5,495
Finance available £100 pm
- 1.4L
- Miles
70.3K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
Redpath & Mclean Motor Ltd
Vauxhall Adam2015 - 1.4 16v SLAM 3-Door
36Low Mileage
£6,295
Finance available £118 pm
- 1.4L
- Miles
31.1K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
Durnford Motors
Vauxhall Adam2017 (67) - 1.2i ecoFLEX ENERGISED Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (70 ps)
22Reduced
£7,495
Finance available £145 pm
- 1.2L
- Miles
37.2K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
Vauxhall Adam2019 (69) - 1.2i Griffin Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (70 ps)
41Low Mileage
£8,970
- 1.2L
- Miles
27.5K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
Vauxhall Adam2014 (14) - 1.2 16v JAM Euro 5 3dr
17Low Mileage
£4,795
Finance available £85 pm
- 1.2L
- Miles
56.6K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
Orchard Car Sales Ltd
Vauxhall Adam2015 (15) - 1.4i JAM Euro 6 3dr
36Reduced
£5,500
Finance available £101 pm
- 1.4L
- Miles
50.5K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
THE SURREY CAR COMPANY LIMITED
Vauxhall Adam2016 (16) - 1.2 16v ROCKS AIR Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual Euro 5 (70 ps)
40£7,499
Finance available £145 pm
- 1.2L
- Miles
8.0K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
HKM Cars Devon
Vauxhall Adam2019 - 1.2i Griffin 3dr Hatchback Manual
43Low Mileage
£8,725
Finance available £173 pm
- 1.2L
- Miles
25.8K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
drivedirect Leamington Spa
Vauxhall Adam2018 (18) - 1.2i ecoFLEX ENERGISED Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (70 ps)
28Low Mileage
£7,499
Finance available £145 pm
- 1.2L
- Miles
49.6K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
Vauxhall Adam2014 (64) - 1.4 16v JAM Euro 5 3dr
25Low Mileage
£4,895
Finance available £87 pm
- 1.4L
- Miles
59.3K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
Vauxhall Adam2016 - 1.4 i Turbo S Heated Leather seats 3-Door
21Low Mileage
£6,950
Finance available £133 pm
- 1.4L
- Miles
65.0K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
JM Cars Cornwall
Vauxhall Adam2016 (16) - Rocks Air 3-Door
39Reduced
£8,499
Finance available £171 pm
- 1.2L
- Miles
11.1K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
Vauxhall Adam2013 (13) - 1.4i Jam 3dr
10£3,495
Finance available £56 pm
- 1.4L
- Miles
105.0K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
Vauxhall Adam2015 (15) - 1.2 ecoFLEX 16v JAM Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (70 ps)
35Low Mileage
£6,500
- 1.2L
- Miles
24.2K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
Napier Motor Company
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Why buy a used Vauxhall Adam?
If you're in the market for a stylish car that's ideal for navigating city roads and is highly efficient, then a used Vauxhall Adam is a great choice. The car benefits from having attractive styling and numerous customisation options, meaning no two used examples are the same. With a smart interior, a lots of standard technology and a variety of safety features, the Adam ensures that every driver's needs are met.
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Pros
- Loads of standard kit
- Smart interior
- Cool styling
Cons
- Tiny boot
- Firm ride
- Not especially practical
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Used Vauxhall Adam buying guide
Engines and transmissions
Used Vauxhall Adams can be found with a range of petrol engines, with the option between a manual and an automatic gearbox and standard front-wheel drive.
Petrol- 1.2-litre outputs 69bhp to achieve a 0-60mph time of 14.7 seconds. This the slowest model.
- 1.4-litre offers outputs of 85bhp and 98bhp, with the first being the only available engine to pair with an automatic gearbox.
- S model includes a 1.4-litre engine that produces 147bhp, giving it a top speed of 130mph and a 0-60mph time of 8.2 seconds.
- 1.0-litre engine came later with an output of 113bhp and a superior rating of between 56 and 60mpg.
Practicality
Because of the size of the Adam, it's best suited for journeys to and from work and the shops, or short trips like the school run. It's a practical city car that prioritises the comfort of the front passengers.
Interior space- Front seat is spacious and accommodating with plenty of head and legroom.
- Three-door design makes getting to the rear seats easier for children.
- Rear ISOFIX points are available for child seats.
- 170-litre boot available behind the rear seats.
- Putting the back seats down opens up 484 litres.
- Other storage options include a large glovebox, door pockets and small rear storage bins.
Safety
- Euro NCAP rating was four stars in 2013.
- Adult occupant rating is 87%, with a 81% rating for safety assist.
- Available self-parking and blind spot monitoring.
Technology
- Standard Bluetooth enhances connectivity.
- Available 7-inch display works with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- Optional satnav helps drivers to find the best routes.
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Different generations of used Vauxhall Adam
First Generation (2012 to 2019)
- Fuel type:
- Petrol
- Engine Size:
- 1 - 1.4
- MPG:
- 44 - 60
- Acceleration:
- 8.5 - 14.9 seconds
- Boot space:
- 170 L capacity
- NCAP Safety rating:
- 4 / 5 stars
Greenest
1.0T ecoTEC Unlimited 3dr
Cheapest
1.2i Jam 3dr
Fastest
1.4T S 3dr
Used Vauxhall Adam FAQ's
Which is the most popular engine in the Vauxhall Adam?
The most popular engine is the 1.2-litre option that outputs 69bhp. As the lowest-rated engine, it is the cheapest way to drive the Adam, though there's more than enough power for everyday city navigation.
Which are the most popular trim levels?
Vauxhall offered the Adam in seven trim levels: Jam, Glam, Slam, Energised, Griffin, Rocks and S Air. The Jam is the most popular in the used market because of its low price and decent equipment. In second place is the Energised, which offers a strong balance of features and value.
What optional extras should I look out for?
The Vauxhall Adam is one of the most customisable city vehicles around, having been available with three roof colours, 12 exterior paints, 31 different alloy wheel designs and various upgrades when it was new. For that reason, it's challenging to find two Adams on the used market that look exactly alike.
Is the Vauxhall Adam a good family car?
Because of the three-door design and smaller back seats, the Vauxhall Adam doesn't make the perfect family vehicle for longer trips. Small children can fit in the back for short distances, but it's ideally used for shopping trips and school runs rather than for family holidays.
Is there a hybrid version of the Vauxhall Adam?
Vauxhall did not make a hybrid Adam. Instead, it has been offered with a variety of petrol engines. The most efficient option is the 1.0-litre turbo ecoFLEX engine that arrived later in the lineup. It produces 113bhp and is capable of 57mpg.
Is the Vauxhall Adam available as an automatic?
Vauxhall did make an automatic transmission for the Adam, but it's only paired with the 1.4-litre engine that outputs 85bhp. Badged as Easytronic, automatic examples of the Adam are very rare on the used market, but they can be found if you look hard enough.
Is there a four-wheel drive version available?
No, Vauxhall did not make the Adam with four-wheel drive. All models came with front-wheel drive, which is common in this segment. Because the Adam is mainly used for city driving, all-wheel drive capability is not essential.
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