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 somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36000 £, while the Hyundai Staria costs 42400 £. That’s a price difference of around 6437 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Vauxhall Zafira Life manages with 7.10 L and is therefore minimal more efficient than the Hyundai Staria with 7.60 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.
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 Hyundai Staria has a a bit edge – offering 225 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 45 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Staria is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 10.20 s, while the Vauxhall Zafira Life takes 10.60 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Zafira Life performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 185 km/h, while the Hyundai Staria tops out at 167 km/h. The difference is around 18 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Zafira Life pulls minimal stronger with 400 Nm compared to 367 Nm. That’s about 33 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Hyundai Staria offers slightly more seating capacity – 9 vs 8.
In curb weight, Vauxhall Zafira Life is slightly lighter – 1953 kg compared to 2275 kg. The difference is around 322 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Staria offers clearly more room – 831 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 831 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Zafira Life performs decisively better – up to 4900 L, which is about 3597 L more than the Hyundai Staria.
When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Zafira Life to a small extent takes the win – 914 kg compared to 775 kg. That’s a difference of about 139 kg.
The Vauxhall Zafira Life proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Vauxhall Zafira Life is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
Hyundai Staria looks like a friendly spaceship, its sweeping glass and soft edges turning a people‑mover into a design statement that actually gets noticed. Inside it's airy and practical — perfect for families or anyone who likes travelling in comfort and style, with enough flexibility to swallow luggage and weekend plans without drama.
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.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
42400 - 50500 £
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Price
36000 - 53200 £
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Consumption L/100km
7.60 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
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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
172 g/km
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co2
0 - 186 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
65 L
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Fuel tank capacity
70 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
7 - 9
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Seats
8
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2275 - 2345 kg
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Curb weight
1953 - 2240 kg
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Trunk capacity
117 - 831 L
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Length
5253 mm
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Length
4981 - 5331 mm
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Width
1997 mm
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Width
2010 mm
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Height
1990 mm
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Height
1890 mm
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Max trunk capacity
431 - 1303 L
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Max trunk capacity
4200 - 4900 L
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Payload
605 - 775 kg
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Payload
850 - 914 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full 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
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
225 HP
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Power HP
136 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.20 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 14.3 s
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Max Speed
167 km/h
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Max Speed
130 - 185 km/h
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Torque
367 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
165 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
2024
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F
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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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The Hyundai Staria is available as Front-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.