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Nissan Qashqai vs Vauxhall Zafira Life - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (205 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (29600 £ vs 36000 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Qashqai or Vauxhall Zafira Life?

Nissan Qashqai

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Vauxhall Zafira Life

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

Qashqai

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Nissan Qashqai has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29600 £, while the Vauxhall Zafira Life costs 36000 £. That’s a price difference of around 6386 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Nissan Qashqai manages with 4.50 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Vauxhall Zafira Life with 7.10 L. The difference is about 2.60 L per 100 km.

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 Nissan Qashqai has a slightly edge – offering 205 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 25 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Qashqai is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7.60 s, while the Vauxhall Zafira Life takes 10.60 s. That’s about 3 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Nissan Qashqai performs to a small extent better – reaching 206 km/h, while the Vauxhall Zafira Life tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 21 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Zafira Life pulls a bit stronger with 400 Nm compared to 330 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm difference.

Qashqai

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 noticeable more seating capacity – 8 vs 5.

In curb weight, Nissan Qashqai is distinct lighter – 1420 kg compared to 1953 kg. The difference is around 533 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Nissan Qashqai offers significantly more room – 504 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 504 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Zafira Life performs significantly better – up to 4900 L, which is about 3453 L more than the Nissan Qashqai.

When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Zafira Life clearly takes the win – 914 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 394 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Vauxhall Zafira Life shows itself to be has the upper hand and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £36,000
Zafira Life

Vauxhall Zafira Life

  • Engine Type : Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.10 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 24.7 - 24.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 220 - 347 km
Nissan Qashqai
Vauxhall Zafira Life

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Nissan Qashqai

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The Nissan Qashqai blends practical, family-friendly packaging with SUV styling that refuses to shout, making it a sensible and dependable choice for everyday life. It’s comfortable to live with, economical on the road, and neatly equipped enough to feel modern without ever feeling precious — perfect if you want crossover versatility without the drama.

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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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Zafira Life

Costs and Consumption

Price
29600 - 39900 £
Price
36000 - 53200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6.8 L
Consumption L/100km
7.10 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
24.7 - 24.8 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
220 - 347 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
102 - 154 g/km
co2
0 - 186 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
70 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
8
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1420 - 1665 kg
Curb weight
1953 - 2240 kg
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
4425 mm
Length
4981 - 5331 mm
Width
1835 mm
Width
2010 mm
Height
1625 mm
Height
1890 mm
Max trunk capacity
1422 - 1447 L
Max trunk capacity
4200 - 4900 L
Payload
466 - 520 kg
Payload
850 - 914 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 205 HP
Power HP
136 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 14.3 s
Max Speed
170 - 206 km/h
Max Speed
130 - 185 km/h
Torque
240 - 330 Nm
Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
103 - 151 kW
Power kW
100 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
2184 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Vauxhall
Is the Nissan Qashqai offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-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.