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Fiat Ulysse vs Vauxhall Zafira Life comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (38,200 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Ulysse or Vauxhall Zafira Life?

Fiat Ulysse vs Vauxhall Zafira Life: Key differences

Fiat Ulysse

  • very slightly lighter
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Vauxhall Zafira Life

  • very slightly cheaper
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Ulysse

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 very slightly cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the Fiat Ulysse costs 38,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,229 £.

Both cars consume an average of 7.1 L/100km – no difference here.

Zafira Life

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

Both models deliver identical power – 180 HP each.

Both models offer the same torque – 400 Nm.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 8 people.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat Ulysse is very slightly lighter – 1,946 kg compared to 1,953 kg. The difference is around 7 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Fiat Ulysse carries marginally more – 924 kg compared to 883 kg. That’s a difference of about 41 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Zafira Life has only a minor advantage 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 £36,000
Zafira Life

Vauxhall Zafira Life

  • Engine Type Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fiat Ulysse
Vauxhall Zafira Life

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Fiat Ulysse

The Fiat Ulysse is a versatile minivan that caters to family needs with its spacious interior and practical design. Known for its comfortable seating and flexibility, it provides a strong option for those seeking a reliable and accommodating vehicle for everyday journeys. With its emphasis on functionality and comfort, the Ulysse remains an attractive choice for larger households or those who regularly travel with groups.

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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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Fiat Ulysse
Vauxhall Zafira Life

Costs and Consumption

Price
38,200 - 45,100 £
Price
36,000 - 43,300 £
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 7.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
186 - 188 g/km
co2
186 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Bus
Seats
7 - 8
Seats
8
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,946 - 1,977 kg
Curb weight
1,953 - 1,986 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 800 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
2,010 mm
Width
2,010 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
924 kg
Payload
877 - 883 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
180 HP
Power HP
180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
400 Nm
Torque
400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
132 kW
Power kW
132 kW
Engine capacity
2,197 cm3
Engine capacity
2,184 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
-
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Vauxhall
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