Compare performance (218 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (41,100 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross or Vauxhall Zafira Life?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Vauxhall Zafira Life is somewhat cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross costs 41,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,143 £.
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 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross offers slightly more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 38 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 7.9 s, while the Vauxhall Zafira Life takes 10.6 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Zafira Life delivers noticeably more torque with 400 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Vauxhall Zafira Life offers more seats – 8 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is barely lighter – 1,922 kg compared to 1,953 kg. The difference is around 31 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Zafira Life carries considerably more – 883 kg compared to 413 kg. That’s a difference of about 470 kg.
The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross comes out clearly 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.
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross combines coupe-like looks with crossover practicality, so you get style without the showroom attitude. It’s an affable daily driver that hides a few quirks behind a confident grin, making it an easy pick for buyers who want personality without fuss.
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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Price
41,100 - 48,200 £
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Price
36,000 - 43,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
615 - 627 km
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
186 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
-
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Curb weight
1,922 - 1,950 kg
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Curb weight
1,953 - 1,986 kg
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Trunk capacity
545 L
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Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,908 mm
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Width
2,010 mm
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Height
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
385 - 413 kg
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Payload
877 - 883 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
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
218 HP
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Power HP
180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
300 Nm
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Torque
400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
160 kW
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Power kW
132 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
2,184 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Mitsubishi
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Brand
Vauxhall
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