Opel Zafira Life facelift 2024 75 kWh (136 Hp) Electric


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Opel Zafira Life:

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facelift 2024 Overview:

Opel Zafira Life (facelift 2024). At around 2242 kg, it’s on the heavier side. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 14.3 s). The top speed reaches 130 km/h. A spacious vehicle designed to transport passengers comfortably, often with sliding doors. With seating for 6, it’s perfect for larger families.

75 kWh (136 Hp) Electric Verdict:

Rating 7 stars

Performance Verdict

Despite the same 136 Hp power output, the increased battery weight leads to a slower 0-100 km/h acceleration of 14.3 seconds, impacting overall responsiveness.

Fuel Economy

Features a significantly improved electric range (estimated 320-330 km WLTP), making it a more practical choice for longer trips and reducing range anxiety.

Best Use Case: Mixed Driving / Longer Commutes

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Spacious and highly versatile interior with 6-9 seats
  • • Zero-emission driving, ideal for urban areas
  • • Smooth and quiet electric powertrain enhances comfort
  • • Good range with the 75 kWh battery option
  • • Practical for both family and business transport

Cons:

  • • Leisurely acceleration across both battery variants
  • • Limited top speed (130 km/h)
  • • 50 kWh variant has a relatively short range
  • • Dependency on charging infrastructure for longer trips
  • • Potentially higher initial purchase cost compared to ICE alternatives

Specifications:

General:
Brand:Opel
Model:Zafira Life
Generation:facelift 2024
Modification (Engine):75 kWh (136 Hp) Electric
Start of production:July, 2024
Powertrain Architecture:BEV (Electric Vehicle)
Body type:Minivan
Seats:6-8
Doors:5
Performance:
Fuel Type:Electricity
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:14.3 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:14.3 sec
Maximum speed:130 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:15.7 kg/Hp, 63.7 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:8.2 kg/Nm, 121.7 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:13.6 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:2136-2349
Max. weight:3100
Max. roof load:150 kg
Max load:751-964
Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%):1000 kg
Permitted trailer load without brakes:750 kg
Permitted towbar download:60 kg
Size:
Length:4981 mm mm
Width:2010 mm mm
Height:1890-1930 mm mm
Wheelbase:3275 mm mm
Width with mirrors folded:2010 mm
Width including mirrors:2204 mm
Front track:1627 mm
Rear (Back) track:1600 mm
Front overhang:904 mm
Rear overhang:802 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):12.9 m
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureOne electric motor drives the front wheels.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears1
Transmission typeAutomatic
Front brakesDisc
Rear brakesDisc
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringElectric Steering
Tires size225/55 R17 101V XL
Wheel rims size7J x 17
Electric:
Gross battery capacity:75 kWh
Battery technology:Lithium-ion (Li-Ion)
Battery location:Below the floor
System power:136 Hp
System torque:260 Nm
All-electric range:335-347 km
Electric motor power:136 Hp
Electric motor Torque:260 Nm
Average Energy consumption:24.6-24.9 kWh/100 km
Electric motor location:Front axle, Transverse
Average Energy consumption (WLTP):24.6-24.9 kWh/100 km
Electric motor type:Synchronous
All-electric range (WLTP):335-347 km
Electric motor model/code:ZK01

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