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MG Marvel R vs Vauxhall Zafira Life comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (40,300 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG Marvel R or Vauxhall Zafira Life?

MG Marvel R vs Vauxhall Zafira Life: Key differences

MG Marvel R

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  • markedly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
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Vauxhall Zafira Life

  • moderately 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

Marvel R

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Vauxhall Zafira Life is moderately cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the MG Marvel R costs 40,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,286 £.

Zafira Life

Engine and Performance:

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 MG Marvel R offers markedly more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 108 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MG Marvel R is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Vauxhall Zafira Life takes 10.6 s. That’s about 5.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MG Marvel R delivers clearly more torque with 665 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 265 Nm more.

Marvel R

Space and Everyday Use:

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, MG Marvel R is only slightly lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 1,953 kg. The difference is around 143 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Zafira Life carries considerably more – 883 kg compared to 478 kg. That’s a difference of about 405 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MG Marvel R stands well ahead of its rival 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.

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Marvel R

MG Marvel R

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 180 - 288 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.4 - 20.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 370 - 402 km
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MG Marvel R

The MG Marvel R combines striking, futuristic styling with a surprisingly spacious, gadget-packed cabin, giving shoppers a sharply styled electric alternative that punches above its price. It may not carry luxury-badge prestige, but it delivers honest daily usability and enough charisma to tempt buyers who want electric flair without the premium tax.

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Reviews MG Marvel R

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Robin Prins
21 Feb 2026, 06:26:34

Nice-handling SUV. Steers much more sharply than my previous SUV, a Lynk & Co 01. Has almost the same options as the Lynk. I wanted fully electric, though. The Marvel has a realistic range. So far it has never shown the WLTP figure of 402. But whatever it shows, it achieves. And I've experienced that very differently before (Lynk & Co 01 and Mazda MX-30). In short, a very good, comfortable EV. Downsides: abrupt steering corrections and annoying warning beeps. These can be switched off, but you have to do it every time. It's also a shame that the otherwise great navigation has no Dutch voice.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
40,300 - 43,700 £
Price
36,000 - 43,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.4 - 20.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
370 - 402 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
66.1 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 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
5
Doors
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Curb weight
1,810 - 1,920 kg
Curb weight
1,953 - 1,986 kg
Trunk capacity
357 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,674 mm
Length
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Width
1,919 mm
Width
2,010 mm
Height
1,613 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,396 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
453 - 478 kg
Payload
877 - 883 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
180 - 288 HP
Power HP
180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
410 - 665 Nm
Torque
400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
132 - 212 kW
Power kW
132 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2,184 cm3

General
Model Year
2021
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
MG
Brand
Vauxhall
What drivetrain options does the MG Marvel R have?

The MG Marvel R is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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