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Vauxhall Corsa vs Vauxhall Zafira Life – Which car suits you better?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Vauxhall Corsa or Vauxhall Zafira Life fits your lifestyle better.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Vauxhall Corsa has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 19600 £, while the Vauxhall Zafira Life costs 36000 £. That’s a price difference of around 16371 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Vauxhall Corsa manages with 4.60 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Vauxhall Zafira Life with 7.10 L. The difference is about 2.50 L per 100 km.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Vauxhall Corsa: with 14.40 kWh per 100 km, it’s convincingly more efficient than the Vauxhall Zafira Life with 24.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 10.30 kWh.

As for range, the Vauxhall Corsa performs somewhat better – achieving up to 424 km, about 77 km more than the Vauxhall Zafira Life.

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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 Vauxhall Zafira Life has a to a small extent edge – offering 180 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 24 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Corsa is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7.90 s, while the Vauxhall Zafira Life takes 10.60 s. That’s about 2.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Corsa performs somewhat better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Vauxhall Zafira Life tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Zafira Life pulls distinct stronger with 400 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm difference.

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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, Vauxhall Corsa is clearly lighter – 1175 kg compared to 1953 kg. The difference is around 778 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Vauxhall Corsa offers significantly more room – 309 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 309 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Zafira Life performs decisively better – up to 4900 L, which is about 3819 L more than the Vauxhall Corsa.

When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Zafira Life clearly takes the win – 914 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 469 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Vauxhall Corsa proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Vauxhall Corsa is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £19,600
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Vauxhall Corsa

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 100 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.6 - 5.3 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.4 - 16.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 347 - 424 km
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Vauxhall Corsa

The Opel Corsa is a tidy little package that blends cheeky styling with sensible practicality, perfect for city streets and weekend escapes alike. It’s easy to live with, economical to run and just lively enough to make daily driving a bit more fun.

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Vauxhall Zafira Life

The Opel Zafira Life offers a versatile and comfortable driving experience, making it an ideal choice for families and group outings. Its spacious interior is thoughtfully designed, ensuring ample room for passengers and luggage alike. Modern features and a sleek exterior design give it a contemporary edge while maintaining practicality for everyday use.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
19600 - 30600 £
Price
36000 - 53200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 5.3 L
Consumption L/100km
7.10 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.4 - 16.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
24.7 - 24.8 kWh
Electric Range
347 - 424 km
Electric Range
220 - 347 km
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 120 g/km
co2
0 - 186 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
70 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
8
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1175 - 1544 kg
Curb weight
1953 - 2240 kg
Trunk capacity
267 - 309 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
4061 mm
Length
4981 - 5331 mm
Width
1765 mm
Width
2010 mm
Height
1435 mm
Height
1890 mm
Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1081 L
Max trunk capacity
4200 - 4900 L
Payload
376 - 445 kg
Payload
850 - 914 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 156 HP
Power HP
136 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 14.3 s
Max Speed
150 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
130 - 185 km/h
Torque
205 - 260 Nm
Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Power kW
100 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
2184 cm3

General
Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Vauxhall

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What drive types are available for the Vauxhall Corsa?

The Vauxhall Corsa is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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