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Dacia Jogger vs Vauxhall Zafira Life – Which one offers the better deal?

Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: Dacia Jogger or Vauxhall Zafira Life?

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Dacia Jogger has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 15400 £, while the Vauxhall Zafira Life costs 36000 £. That’s a price difference of around 20571 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Dacia Jogger manages with 4.70 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Vauxhall Zafira Life with 7.10 L. The difference is about 2.40 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Vauxhall Zafira Life has a evident edge – offering 180 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 40 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Dacia Jogger is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 9.80 s, while the Vauxhall Zafira Life takes 10.60 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Zafira Life performs minimal better – reaching 185 km/h, while the Dacia Jogger tops out at 174 km/h. The difference is around 11 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Zafira Life pulls clearly stronger with 400 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Vauxhall Zafira Life offers slightly more seating capacity – 8 vs 7.

In curb weight, Dacia Jogger is clearly lighter – 1251 kg compared to 1953 kg. The difference is around 702 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Dacia Jogger offers decisively more room – 607 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 607 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Zafira Life performs clearly better – up to 4900 L, which is about 3081 L more than the Dacia Jogger.

When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Zafira Life noticeable takes the win – 914 kg compared to 582 kg. That’s a difference of about 332 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Dacia Jogger proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Dacia Jogger is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £15,400
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Dacia Jogger

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, LPG, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 91 - 140 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.7 - 7.8 L

Dacia Jogger

The Dacia Jogger is a no-nonsense family mover that stretches the idea of value with cavernous practicality and flexible space, perfect for buyers who need a sensible, everyday Swiss Army knife on wheels. It doesn’t try to be glamorous — instead it wins hearts with cheerful thrift, durable materials and honest engineering, giving you useful transport without the pretence.

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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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Dacia Jogger
Vauxhall Zafira Life
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Costs and Consumption

Price
15400 - 23400 £
Price
36000 - 53200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.8 L
Consumption L/100km
7.10 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
24.7 - 24.8 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
220 - 347 km
Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
105 - 137 g/km
co2
0 - 186 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 50 L
Fuel tank capacity
70 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
MPV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
8
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1251 - 1460 kg
Curb weight
1953 - 2240 kg
Trunk capacity
160 - 607 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
4547 mm
Length
4981 - 5331 mm
Width
1784 mm
Width
2010 mm
Height
1674 mm
Height
1890 mm
Max trunk capacity
1807 - 1819 L
Max trunk capacity
4200 - 4900 L
Payload
393 - 582 kg
Payload
850 - 914 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, LPG, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
91 - 140 HP
Power HP
136 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.8 - 13.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 14.3 s
Max Speed
167 - 174 km/h
Max Speed
130 - 185 km/h
Torque
160 - 200 Nm
Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
67 - 103 kW
Power kW
100 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
2184 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
Brand
Dacia
Brand
Vauxhall
What drivetrain options does the Dacia Jogger have?

The Dacia Jogger is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.