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Vauxhall Zafira Life vs Subaru Outback - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (180 HP vs 169 HP), boot space and price (36000 £ vs 37200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Zafira Life or Subaru Outback?

Vauxhall Zafira Life

Subaru Outback

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

Zafira Life

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Vauxhall Zafira Life has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36000 £ , while the Subaru Outback costs 37200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1243 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Vauxhall Zafira Life manages with 7.10 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the Subaru Outback with 8.60 L. The difference is about 1.50 L per 100 km.

Outback

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 Vauxhall Zafira Life has a minimal edge – offering 180 HP compared to 169 HP. That’s roughly 11 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru Outback is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 10.20 s, while the Vauxhall Zafira Life takes 10.60 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Subaru Outback performs minimal better – reaching 193 km/h, while the Vauxhall Zafira Life tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 8 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Zafira Life pulls evident stronger with 400 Nm compared to 252 Nm. That’s about 148 Nm difference.

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 distinct more seating capacity – 8 vs 5.

In curb weight, Subaru Outback is slightly lighter – 1643 kg compared to 1953 kg. The difference is around 310 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Subaru Outback offers clearly more room – 561 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 561 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Zafira Life performs convincingly better – up to 4900 L, which is about 3078 L more than the Subaru Outback.

When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Zafira Life noticeable takes the win – 914 kg compared to 557 kg. That’s a difference of about 357 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Zafira Life 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.

Vauxhall Zafira Life
Subaru Outback

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Zafira Life

Vauxhall Zafira Life

  • Engine Type : Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.10 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 24.7 - 24.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 220 - 347 km

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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Subaru Outback

The Subaru Outback is the do-it-all wagon for buyers who want SUV capability without the SUV bulk, blending rugged confidence with everyday civility. It's practical, dependable, and built to shrug off rough gravel tracks or rainy commutes with a grin — ideal for buyers who actually use their vehicles, not just park them for show.

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Vauxhall Zafira Life
Subaru Outback

Costs and Consumption

Price
36000 - 53200 £
Price
37200 - 41600 £
Consumption L/100km
7.10 L
Consumption L/100km
8.60 L
Consumption kWh/100km
24.7 - 24.8 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
220 - 347 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 186 g/km
co2
193 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
63 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Estate
Seats
8
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1953 - 2240 kg
Curb weight
1643 - 1676 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
561 L
Length
4981 - 5331 mm
Length
4870 mm
Width
2010 mm
Width
1875 mm
Height
1890 mm
Height
1670 - 1675 mm
Max trunk capacity
4200 - 4900 L
Max trunk capacity
1822 L
Payload
850 - 914 kg
Payload
524 - 557 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 180 HP
Power HP
169 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 14.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.20 s
Max Speed
130 - 185 km/h
Max Speed
193 km/h
Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Torque
252 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 132 kW
Power kW
124 kW
Engine capacity
2184 cm3
Engine capacity
2498 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Subaru
What drivetrain options does the Vauxhall Zafira Life have?

The Vauxhall Zafira Life is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.