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Vauxhall Zafira Life vs Toyota Prius comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 223 HP), boot space and price (36,000 £ vs 39,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Zafira Life or Toyota Prius?

Vauxhall Zafira Life vs Toyota Prius: Key differences

Vauxhall Zafira Life

  • only slightly cheaper
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Toyota Prius

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

Zafira Life

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Vauxhall Zafira Life is only slightly cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the Toyota Prius costs 39,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,429 £.

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

Prius

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 Toyota Prius offers somewhat more power – delivering 223 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 43 HP more horsepower.

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

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, Toyota Prius is noticeably lighter – 1,620 kg compared to 1,953 kg. The difference is around 333 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Zafira Life carries considerably more – 883 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 508 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Prius 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.

from £39,400
Prius

Toyota Prius

  • Engine Type Plug-in Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 223 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range 72 - 86 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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The Prius glides through traffic like a wise commuter's secret weapon, balancing miserly running costs with an unflappable sense of reliability. It's not a thrill seeker, but its roomy cabin, sensible packaging and low-stress driving personality make it a brilliant choice for buyers who value peace of mind over pulse-raising performance.

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Vauxhall Zafira Life
Toyota Prius

Costs and Consumption
Price
36,000 - 43,300 £
Price
39,400 - 45,800 £
Consumption L/100km
7.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
72 - 86 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
186 g/km
co2
12 - 17 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
8
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
1,953 - 1,986 kg
Curb weight
1,620 - 1,630 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
284 L
Length
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Length
4,599 mm
Width
2,010 mm
Width
1,782 mm
Height
-
Height
1,470 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
877 - 883 kg
Payload
365 - 375 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Plug-in Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
180 HP
Power HP
223 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
177 km/h
Torque
400 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
132 kW
Power kW
164 kW
Engine capacity
2,184 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Toyota
Is the Vauxhall Zafira Life offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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