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BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Vauxhall Zafira Life comparison
Compare performance (530 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (39,900 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Saloon or Vauxhall Zafira Life?
BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Vauxhall Zafira Life: Key differences
3 Series Saloon
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Vauxhall Zafira Life is slightly cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the BMW 3 Series Saloon costs 39,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,951 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 3 Series Saloon uses 2.4 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Vauxhall Zafira Life with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 4.7 L/100km.
Zafira Life
Engine and Performance:
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW 3 Series Saloon offers considerably more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 350 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Saloon is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Vauxhall Zafira Life takes 10.6 s. That’s about 7.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 3 Series Saloon delivers significantly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 300 Nm more.
3 Series Saloon
Space and Everyday Use:
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Vauxhall Zafira Life offers more seats – 8 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 3 Series Saloon is noticeably lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 1,953 kg. The difference is around 378 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Zafira Life carries considerably more – 883 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 388 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BMW 3 Series Saloon is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
from £39,900
BMW 3 Series Saloon
BMW 3 Series Saloon
Vauxhall Zafira Life
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BMW 3 Series Saloon
The BMW 3 Series saloon is a driver's car in a suit, blending poised handling with a cabin that feels more premium than its practicality suggests. It’s composed enough for daily duties yet playful enough to keep weekend drives interesting, making it a sensible choice for buyers who still want to have fun.
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Vauxhall Zafira Life
The Opel Zafira Life is a practical, no-nonsense people carrier that wraps flexible space and family-friendly features into a tidy, grown-up package. It’s comfy on long runs, easy to live with day to day, and wears its van roots with surprising style — the kind of sensible buy that still manages to smile.
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BMW 3 Series Saloon
Vauxhall Zafira Life
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
39,900 - 92,200 £
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Price
36,000 - 43,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
96 - 101 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
54 - 227 g/km
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co2
186 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
5
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Seats
8
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
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Curb weight
1,953 - 1,986 kg
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Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
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Width
2,010 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
405 - 495 kg
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Payload
877 - 883 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 530 HP
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Power HP
180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
250 - 700 Nm
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Torque
400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
110 - 390 kW
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Power kW
132 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,184 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Vauxhall
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