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Ford Kuga vs Vauxhall Zafira Life - Differences and prices compared
Kuga
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Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Ford Kuga has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34200 £, while the Vauxhall Zafira Life costs 36000 £. That’s a price difference of around 1749 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Kuga manages with 2.80 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Vauxhall Zafira Life with 7.10 L. The difference is about 4.30 L per 100 km.
As for range, the Vauxhall Zafira Life performs significantly better – achieving up to 347 km, about 279 km more than the Ford Kuga.
Zafira Life
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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 Ford Kuga has a evident edge – offering 243 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 63 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Kuga is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.30 s, while the Vauxhall Zafira Life takes 10.60 s. That’s about 3.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Ford Kuga performs barely noticeable better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Vauxhall Zafira Life tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Zafira Life pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 400 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 160 Nm difference.
Kuga
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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 clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 8 vs 5.
In curb weight, Ford Kuga is distinct lighter – 1526 kg compared to 1953 kg. The difference is around 427 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Ford Kuga offers significantly more room – 412 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 412 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Zafira Life performs decisively better – up to 4900 L, which is about 3366 L more than the Ford Kuga.
When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Zafira Life evident takes the win – 914 kg compared to 550 kg. That’s a difference of about 364 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Ford Kuga proves to be won narrowly and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Ford Kuga is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £34,200
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Ford Kuga
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Ford Kuga
4.1 (4 Reviews)
The Kuga is Ford’s adaptable family SUV that blends usable space with a surprisingly lively driving character, making daily commutes and weekend escapes equally enjoyable. With smart interior packaging, an easy-to-use infotainment setup and composed road manners, it’s a sensible choice for buyers who want a bit of fun without the fuss.
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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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Ford Kuga
Vauxhall Zafira Life
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
34200 - 46300 £
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Price
36000 - 53200 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 6.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
7.10 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
24.7 - 24.8 kWh
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Electric Range
68 km
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Electric Range
220 - 347 km
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Battery Capacity
1.1 - 14.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
55 - 154 g/km
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co2
0 - 186 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
70 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
5
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Seats
8
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1526 - 1859 kg
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Curb weight
1953 - 2240 kg
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Trunk capacity
412 L
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Length
4604 - 4645 mm
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Length
4981 - 5331 mm
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Width
1882 mm
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Width
2010 mm
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Height
1673 - 1681 mm
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Height
1890 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1534 L
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Max trunk capacity
4200 - 4900 L
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Payload
541 - 550 kg
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Payload
850 - 914 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 243 HP
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Power HP
136 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 9.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 14.3 s
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Max Speed
195 - 200 km/h
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Max Speed
130 - 185 km/h
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Torque
240 Nm
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Torque
260 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
111 - 178 kW
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Power kW
100 - 132 kW
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Engine capacity
1496 - 2488 cm3
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Engine capacity
2184 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Vauxhall
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What drivetrain options does the Ford Kuga have?
The Ford Kuga is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-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.