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Lexus UX vs Vauxhall Zafira Life comparison

Compare performance (199 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (38,700 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus UX or Vauxhall Zafira Life?

Lexus UX vs Vauxhall Zafira Life: Key differences

Lexus UX

4.6 (6 Reviews)
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  • barely more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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Vauxhall Zafira Life

  • barely cheaper
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

UX

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Vauxhall Zafira Life is barely cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the Lexus UX costs 38,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,751 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus UX uses 5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Vauxhall Zafira Life with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 2.1 L/100km.

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 Lexus UX offers barely more power – delivering 199 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 19 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus UX is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.9 s, while the Vauxhall Zafira Life takes 10.6 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

UX

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 more seats – 8 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus UX is clearly lighter – 1,495 kg compared to 1,953 kg. The difference is around 458 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Zafira Life carries markedly more – 883 kg compared to 615 kg. That’s a difference of about 268 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus UX holds a decisive overall lead 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.

from £38,700
UX

Lexus UX

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 199 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5 - 5.6 L/100km
Lexus UX
Vauxhall Zafira Life

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Lexus UX

The Lexus UX is a compact luxury crossover that blends sharp styling with a quiet, comfortable cabin, perfect for urban buyers who want premium feel without shouting about it. It rides with poise, serves up plush materials and thoughtful tech, and—while it won’t satisfy anyone chasing track thrills—it's a smart, stylish choice for everyday driving.

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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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Lexus UX
Vauxhall Zafira Life

Costs and Consumption

Price
38,700 - 54,100 £
Price
36,000 - 43,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
113 - 127 g/km
co2
186 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
8
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,495 - 1,555 kg
Curb weight
1,953 - 1,986 kg
Trunk capacity
283 - 320 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,840 mm
Width
2,010 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
555 - 615 kg
Payload
877 - 883 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
199 HP
Power HP
180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
-
Torque
400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
146 kW
Power kW
132 kW
Engine capacity
1,987 cm3
Engine capacity
2,184 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Vauxhall
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