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Vauxhall Zafira Life vs MG HS comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (36,000 £ vs 30,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Zafira Life or MG HS?

Vauxhall Zafira Life vs MG HS: Key differences

Vauxhall Zafira Life

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MG HS

4.7 (7 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Zafira Life

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

MG HS is visibly cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the Vauxhall Zafira Life costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,000 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the MG HS uses 0.5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Vauxhall Zafira Life with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 6.6 L/100km.

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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 MG HS offers clearly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 92 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MG HS is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.8 s, while the Vauxhall Zafira Life takes 10.6 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Zafira Life delivers somewhat more torque with 400 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

Zafira Life

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 more seats – 8 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, MG HS is somewhat lighter – 1,735 kg compared to 1,953 kg. The difference is around 218 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Zafira Life carries substantially more – 883 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 483 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MG HS holds a decisive overall lead 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.

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  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 224 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.5 - 5.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 100 km
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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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MG HS

The MG HS, also known as the EHS in its hybrid variant, is a midsize SUV that combines modern design with a focus on comfort and technology. Its spacious interior offers a premium feel, enhanced by quality materials and an array of advanced features aimed at ensuring a smooth driving experience. Known for its efficiency, the MG HS/EHS delivers an enjoyable ride whether navigating city streets or taking on longer road trips.

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4.7 (7 Reviews)
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Mac Finn
29 Oct 2025, 11:27:52

Good perfomance and superbly low fuel consumption in daily use.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
36,000 - 43,300 £
Price
30,000 - 36,000 £
Consumption L/100km
7.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
100 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
186 g/km
co2
14 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
SUV
Seats
8
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,953 - 1,986 kg
Curb weight
1,735 - 1,930 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
507 L
Length
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Length
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Width
2,010 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
877 - 883 kg
Payload
400 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
180 HP
Power HP
224 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
400 Nm
Torque
340 - 350 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
132 kW
Power kW
165 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
2,184 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
MG
Is the Vauxhall Zafira Life offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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