Compare performance (184 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (42800 £ vs 36000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda CR-V or Vauxhall Zafira Life?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Vauxhall Zafira Life has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36000 £ , while the Honda CR-V costs 42800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6780 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Honda CR-V manages with 2.60 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Vauxhall Zafira Life with 7.10 L. The difference is about 4.50 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Vauxhall Zafira Life performs clearly better – achieving up to 347 km, about 269 km more than the Honda CR-V.
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 Honda CR-V has a barely noticeable edge – offering 184 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 4 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Honda CR-V is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 9 s, while the Vauxhall Zafira Life takes 10.60 s. That’s about 1.60 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Zafira Life pulls slightly stronger with 400 Nm compared to 335 Nm. That’s about 65 Nm difference.
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 noticeable more seating capacity – 8 vs 5.
In curb weight, Honda CR-V is hardly perceptible lighter – 1821 kg compared to 1953 kg. The difference is around 132 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Honda CR-V offers clearly more room – 617 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 617 L.
When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Zafira Life convincingly takes the win – 914 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 439 kg.
The Vauxhall Zafira Life is narrowly 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 Honda CR-V blends sensible practicality with a polished feel, offering roomy interiors and a confident ride that keeps commutes and weekend escapes equally comfortable. Its unshowy styling and reliable reputation make it a smart, low‑drama choice for buyers who want versatility without fuss — the kind of car that quietly makes everyday life a little easier.
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
42800 - 52100 £
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Price
36000 - 53200 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 6.7 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
78 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
59 - 152 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
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
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1821 - 1988 kg
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Curb weight
1953 - 2240 kg
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Trunk capacity
579 - 617 L
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Length
-
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Length
4981 - 5331 mm
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Width
1866 mm
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Width
2010 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1890 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
4200 - 4900 L
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Payload
439 - 475 kg
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Payload
850 - 914 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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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
184 HP
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Power HP
136 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 9.5 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 - 185 km/h
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Torque
335 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
135 kW
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Power kW
100 - 132 kW
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Engine capacity
1993 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
D, E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
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Brand
Honda
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Brand
Vauxhall
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The Honda CR-V is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.