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Vauxhall Zafira Life vs Skoda Octavia Combi comparison
Compare performance (180 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (36,000 £ vs 25,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Zafira Life or Skoda Octavia Combi?
Vauxhall Zafira Life vs Skoda Octavia Combi: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
Skoda Octavia Combi is clearly cheaper – starting at 25,600 £ , while the Vauxhall Zafira Life costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,414 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Octavia Combi uses 4.4 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Vauxhall Zafira Life with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 2.7 L/100km.
Octavia Combi
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 Skoda Octavia Combi offers somewhat more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 24 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Octavia Combi is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.7 s, while the Vauxhall Zafira Life takes 10.6 s. That’s about 3.9 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Zafira Life delivers barely more torque with 400 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 40 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, Skoda Octavia Combi is considerably lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,953 kg. The difference is around 587 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Zafira Life carries visibly more – 883 kg compared to 534 kg. That’s a difference of about 349 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Skoda Octavia Combi is far ahead overall 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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Skoda Octavia Combi
Vauxhall Zafira Life
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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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Skoda Octavia Combi
The Skoda Octavia Combi is a practical, well‑packaged estate that delivers generous and flexible interior space ideal for families or active owners. Its sensible cabin layout, comfortable ride and solid reputation for reliability make it a pragmatic choice for buyers who value utility over flash.
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Vauxhall Zafira Life
Skoda Octavia Combi
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
36,000 - 43,300 £
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Price
25,600 - 39,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
7.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.9 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
186 g/km
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co2
113 - 157 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
8
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,953 - 1,986 kg
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Curb weight
1,366 - 1,553 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
640 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
2,010 mm
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Width
1,829 mm
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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
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Payload
502 - 534 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
180 HP
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Power HP
116 - 204 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.7 - 10.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
400 Nm
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Torque
220 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
132 kW
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Power kW
85 - 150 kW
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Engine capacity
2,184 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, C
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Brand
Vauxhall
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Brand
Skoda
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