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Hyundai Santa Fe vs Vauxhall Zafira Life comparison
Compare performance (288 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (51200 £ vs 36000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Santa Fe or Vauxhall Zafira Life?
Santa Fe
Costs and Efficiency:
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Vauxhall Zafira Life has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36000 £ , while the Hyundai Santa Fe costs 51200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15223 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Santa Fe manages with 3.80 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Vauxhall Zafira Life with 7.10 L. The difference is about 3.30 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Vauxhall Zafira Life performs significantly better – achieving up to 347 km, about 293 km more than the Hyundai Santa Fe.
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.
When it comes to engine power, the Hyundai Santa Fe has a noticeable edge – offering 288 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 108 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Santa Fe is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Vauxhall Zafira Life takes 10.60 s. That’s about 2.60 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Hyundai Santa Fe performs slight better – reaching 196 km/h, while the Vauxhall Zafira Life tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 11 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Zafira Life pulls barely noticeable stronger with 400 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm difference.
Santa Fe
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 to a small extent more seating capacity – 8 vs 7.
In curb weight, Hyundai Santa Fe is slight lighter – 1920 kg compared to 1953 kg. The difference is around 33 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Santa Fe offers significantly more room – 711 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 711 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Zafira Life performs convincingly better – up to 4900 L, which is about 2868 L more than the Hyundai Santa Fe.
When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Zafira Life noticeable takes the win – 914 kg compared to 665 kg. That’s a difference of about 249 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Vauxhall Zafira Life comes out ahead with a more balanced overall result 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.
Hyundai Santa Fe
Vauxhall Zafira Life
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Vauxhall Zafira Life
Hyundai Santa Fe
4.7 (1 Reviews)
The Hyundai Santa Fe blends practical family friendliness with a hint of premium style, offering roomy, sensible packaging wrapped in modern, confident design. Inside it serves up comfortable seats, straightforward tech and a calm, composed ride that makes daily drives feel a little more grown up — a solid all‑rounder that doesn’t try to be flashy.
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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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Hyundai Santa Fe
Vauxhall Zafira Life
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
51200 - 58600 £
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Price
36000 - 53200 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 7.1 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
54 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
90 - 160 g/km
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co2
0 - 186 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
67 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 - 7
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Seats
8
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1920 - 2165 kg
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Curb weight
1953 - 2240 kg
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Trunk capacity
621 - 711 L
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Length
4830 mm
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Length
4981 - 5331 mm
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Width
1900 mm
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Width
2010 mm
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Height
1720 mm
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Height
1890 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1949 - 2032 L
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Max trunk capacity
4200 - 4900 L
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Payload
560 - 665 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
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
239 - 288 HP
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Power HP
136 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 14.3 s
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Max Speed
196 km/h
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Max Speed
130 - 185 km/h
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Torque
380 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
176 - 212 kW
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Power kW
100 - 132 kW
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Engine capacity
1598 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, F, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Vauxhall
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What drivetrain options does the Hyundai Santa Fe have?
Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.