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Vauxhall Zafira Life vs Hyundai IONIQ 9 comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (36,000 £ vs 59,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Zafira Life or Hyundai IONIQ 9?

Vauxhall Zafira Life vs Hyundai IONIQ 9: Key differences

Vauxhall Zafira Life

  • considerably cheaper
  • visibly lighter
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Hyundai IONIQ 9

  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Zafira Life

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Vauxhall Zafira Life is considerably cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the Hyundai IONIQ 9 costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,880 £.

IONIQ 9

Engine and Performance:

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 Hyundai IONIQ 9 offers clearly more power – delivering 428 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 248 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai IONIQ 9 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.2 s, while the Vauxhall Zafira Life takes 10.6 s. That’s about 5.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai IONIQ 9 delivers significantly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 300 Nm more.

Zafira Life

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 7.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Zafira Life is visibly lighter – 1,953 kg compared to 2,594 kg. The difference is around 641 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Zafira Life carries noticeably more – 883 kg compared to 643 kg. That’s a difference of about 240 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai IONIQ 9 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.

from £59,900
IONIQ 9

Hyundai IONIQ 9

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 218 - 428 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.9 - 20.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 600 - 620 km
Vauxhall Zafira Life
Hyundai IONIQ 9

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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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Hyundai IONIQ 9

The Hyundai IONIQ 9 is a bold step forward in the automotive world, combining cutting-edge electric technology with a sleek and modern design. This model stands out with its spacious interior and advanced features, ensuring both comfort and convenience for drivers and passengers alike. As Hyundai pushes the envelope in eco-friendly innovation, the IONIQ 9 represents the future of sustainable driving with its impressive range and performance capabilities.

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Vauxhall Zafira Life
Hyundai IONIQ 9

Costs and Consumption

Price
36,000 - 43,300 £
Price
59,900 - 75,500 £
Consumption L/100km
7.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.9 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
600 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
186 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
SUV
Seats
8
Seats
7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,953 - 1,986 kg
Curb weight
2,594 - 2,689 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
338 L
Length
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Length
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Width
2,010 mm
Width
1,980 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
877 - 883 kg
Payload
586 - 643 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
180 HP
Power HP
218 - 428 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
400 Nm
Torque
350 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
132 kW
Power kW
160 - 315 kW
Engine capacity
2,184 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Hyundai
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