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Vauxhall Zafira Life vs Maxus eTERRON 9 comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (36,000 £ vs 64,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Zafira Life or Maxus eTERRON 9?

Vauxhall Zafira Life vs Maxus eTERRON 9: Key differences

Vauxhall Zafira Life

  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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Maxus eTERRON 9

  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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 substantially cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the Maxus eTERRON 9 costs 64,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,258 £.

eTERRON 9

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Maxus eTERRON 9 offers clearly more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 262 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Maxus eTERRON 9 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.8 s, while the Vauxhall Zafira Life takes 10.6 s. That’s about 4.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Maxus eTERRON 9 delivers substantially 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 5.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Zafira Life is considerably lighter – 1,953 kg compared to 2,925 kg. The difference is around 972 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Zafira Life carries noticeably more – 883 kg compared to 575 kg. That’s a difference of about 308 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Maxus eTERRON 9 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.

from £64,200
eTERRON 9

Maxus eTERRON 9

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 442 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 26.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 430 km
Vauxhall Zafira Life
Maxus eTERRON 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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Maxus eTERRON 9

The eTERRON 9 stands out with its striking design and innovative features, making it a compelling choice for eco-conscious drivers. Its spacious interior and advanced technology provide a seamless driving experience that prioritizes both comfort and connectivity. With impressive efficiency and an array of smart capabilities, the eTERRON 9 is redefining what modern electric vehicles can offer.

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Vauxhall Zafira Life
Maxus eTERRON 9

Costs and Consumption

Price
36,000 - 43,300 £
Price
64,200 - 66,800 £
Consumption L/100km
7.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
26.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
430 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
186 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Pickup
Seats
8
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,953 - 1,986 kg
Curb weight
2,925 - 2,955 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
2,010 mm
Width
1,997 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
877 - 883 kg
Payload
545 - 575 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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
180 HP
Power HP
442 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
400 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
132 kW
Power kW
325 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
Maxus
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