Compare performance (150 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (27,300 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Tourneo Connect or Vauxhall Zafira Life?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Ford Tourneo Connect is clearly cheaper – starting at 27,300 £ , while the Vauxhall Zafira Life costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,649 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Tourneo Connect uses 0.5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Vauxhall Zafira Life with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 6.6 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Vauxhall Zafira Life offers clearly more range – reaching up to 347 km, about 228 km more than the Ford Tourneo Connect.
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 offers somewhat more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 30 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Tourneo Connect is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 10.1 s, while the Vauxhall Zafira Life takes 10.6 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Zafira Life delivers slightly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.
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 more seats – 8 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Ford Tourneo Connect is markedly lighter – 1,542 kg compared to 1,953 kg. The difference is around 411 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Ford Tourneo Connect offers clearly more boot space – 1,720 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 1,720 L.
When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Zafira Life carries somewhat more – 914 kg compared to 818 kg. That’s a difference of about 96 kg.
The Ford Tourneo Connect is decisively ahead 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.
The Ford Tourneo Connect is a practical, surprisingly polished people-mover that balances family-friendly flexibility with car-like driving manners. With clever storage, sliding doors and a bright, airy cabin it’s a smart choice for buyers who want sensible versatility without sacrificing everyday comfort — and it’s oddly enjoyable to drive for its size.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
27,300 - 41,900 £
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Price
36,000 - 53,200 £
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Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.9 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
24.7 - 24.8 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
116 - 119 km
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Electric Range
220 - 347 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
11 - 164 g/km
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co2
0 - 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
High Roof Estate
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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
5
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Curb weight
1,542 - 1,781 kg
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Curb weight
1,953 - 2,240 kg
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Trunk capacity
1,213 - 1,720 L
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,981 - 5,331 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Width
2,010 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,890 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
4,200 - 4,900 L
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Payload
563 - 818 kg
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Payload
850 - 914 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual 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
102 - 150 HP
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Power HP
136 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.1 - 13.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 14.3 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
130 km/h
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Torque
220 - 350 Nm
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Torque
260 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
75 - 110 kW
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Power kW
100 - 132 kW
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 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
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F
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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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