Compare performance (180 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (33200 £ vs 36000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Vivaro or Vauxhall Zafira Life?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Vauxhall Vivaro has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33200 £ , while the Vauxhall Zafira Life costs 36000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2790 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Vauxhall Vivaro manages with 6.20 L and is therefore to a small extent more efficient than the Vauxhall Zafira Life with 7.10 L. The difference is about 0.90 L per 100 km.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Vauxhall Vivaro: with 23.60 kWh per 100 km, it’s slight more efficient than the Vauxhall Zafira Life with 24.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.10 kWh.
As for electric range, the Vauxhall Vivaro performs minimal better – achieving up to 352 km, about 5 km more than the Vauxhall Zafira Life.
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.
Both models deliver identical power – 180 HP each.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Vivaro is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 10.50 s, while the Vauxhall Zafira Life takes 10.60 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 185 km/h.
Both models offer the same torque – 400 Nm.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Vauxhall Vivaro offers a bit more seating capacity – 9 vs 8.
In curb weight, Vauxhall Vivaro is slightly lighter – 1722 kg compared to 1953 kg. The difference is around 231 kg.
In maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Vivaro performs a bit better – up to 6100 L, which is about 1200 L more than the Vauxhall Zafira Life.
When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Vivaro noticeable takes the win – 1226 kg compared to 914 kg. That’s a difference of about 312 kg.
The Vauxhall Vivaro is decisively 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.
The Opel Vivaro is a workhorse with a surprisingly civilised demeanour, blending rugged practicality with enough style and comfort to keep drivers happy on any job. With clever packaging and sensible features that simplify loading, commuting and family duties, it’s the no-nonsense van for buyers who want functionality without the fuss — honest, dependable and just smart enough to make the day easier.
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
33200 - 52500 £
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Price
36000 - 53200 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.2 - 7 L
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Consumption L/100km
7.10 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
23.6 - 24 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
24.7 - 24.8 kWh
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Electric Range
221 - 352 km
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Electric Range
220 - 347 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 184 g/km
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co2
0 - 186 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
69 L
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Fuel tank capacity
70 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van, Bus
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
3 - 9
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Seats
8
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1722 - 2260 kg
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Curb weight
1953 - 2240 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Length
4980 - 5331 mm
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Length
4981 - 5331 mm
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Width
1920 mm
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Width
2010 mm
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Height
1890 - 1935 mm
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Height
1890 mm
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Max trunk capacity
3200 - 6100 L
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Max trunk capacity
4200 - 4900 L
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Payload
840 - 1226 kg
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Payload
850 - 914 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, 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
120 - 180 HP
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Power HP
136 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 14.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 14.3 s
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Max Speed
130 - 185 km/h
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Max Speed
130 - 185 km/h
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Torque
260 - 400 Nm
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Torque
260 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
88 - 132 kW
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Power kW
100 - 132 kW
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Engine capacity
1499 - 2184 cm3
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Engine capacity
2184 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
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Brand
Vauxhall
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Brand
Vauxhall
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The Vauxhall Vivaro is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.