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Vauxhall Zafira Life vs Volvo XC60 - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (180 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (36000 £ vs 49200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Zafira Life or Volvo XC60?
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 evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36000 £ , while the Volvo XC60 costs 49200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13200 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo XC60 manages with 2.80 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Vauxhall Zafira Life with 7.10 L. The difference is about 4.30 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Vauxhall Zafira Life performs decisively better – achieving up to 347 km, about 265 km more than the Volvo XC60.
XC60
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 Volvo XC60 has a clearly edge – offering 455 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 275 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC60 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the Vauxhall Zafira Life takes 10.60 s. That’s about 5.70 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Zafira Life performs slight better – reaching 185 km/h, while the Volvo XC60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 5 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo XC60 pulls significantly stronger with 709 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 309 Nm difference.
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 distinct more seating capacity – 8 vs 5.
In curb weight, Volvo XC60 is barely noticeable lighter – 1900 kg compared to 1953 kg. The difference is around 53 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Volvo XC60 offers decisively more room – 483 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 483 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Zafira Life performs convincingly better – up to 4900 L, which is about 3357 L more than the Volvo XC60.
When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Zafira Life distinct takes the win – 914 kg compared to 550 kg. That’s a difference of about 364 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Volvo XC60 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.
Vauxhall Zafira Life
Volvo XC60
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from about £49,200
Volvo XC60
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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Volvo XC60
5 (2 Reviews)
The Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian calm with confident presence, offering a cabin that feels plush without shouting for attention. It’s a smart pick for buyers after a composed ride, clever practicality and thoughtful safety touches — it even makes running the family shuttle feel almost serene, which is a small miracle.
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Vauxhall Zafira Life
Volvo XC60
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
36000 - 53200 £
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Price
49200 - 75100 £
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Consumption L/100km
7.10 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
24.7 - 24.8 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
220 - 347 km
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Electric Range
74 - 82 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
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co2
0 - 186 g/km
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co2
64 - 169 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
70 L
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Fuel tank capacity
71 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
8
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1953 - 2240 kg
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Curb weight
1900 - 2150 kg
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
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Length
4981 - 5331 mm
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Length
4708 mm
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Width
2010 mm
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Width
1902 mm
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Height
1890 mm
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Height
1651 - 1655 mm
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Max trunk capacity
4200 - 4900 L
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Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1543 L
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Payload
850 - 914 kg
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Payload
510 - 550 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 180 HP
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Power HP
250 - 455 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 14.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 s
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Max Speed
130 - 185 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
260 - 400 Nm
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Torque
350 - 709 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
100 - 132 kW
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Power kW
184 - 335 kW
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Engine capacity
2184 cm3
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Engine capacity
1969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
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Brand
Vauxhall
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Brand
Volvo
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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.