Head to head
Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs Vauxhall Zafira
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class is a executive saloon. The Vauxhall Zafira is a seven-seat mpv.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class | Vauxhall Zafira | |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 7 (Flex7 folding seat system) |
| Engines | E200 petrol mild hybrid (204hp+23hp), E220d diesel mild hybrid (197hp+23hp), E300e/E300de plug-in hybrid (313hp) | - |
| 0-62mph | 7.5 seconds (petrol/diesel), 6.4 seconds (hybrid) | - |
| Boot capacity | 540 litres (370 litres, plug-in hybrid) | - |
Sources: Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Vauxhall Zafira. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the E-Class if...
The standard executive saloon for UK chauffeur and business hire, chosen for its comfort and quiet cabin over outright performance. It suits airport transfers and corporate travel where presentation matters more than speed.
Full E-Class specifications →Buy or hire the Zafira if...
A compact seven-seat MPV built around Vauxhall's Flex7 folding rear seats, used by private hire and family-oriented rental fleets needing more than five seats without moving up to a full-size van.
Listed by
- Harper commercials and Trailers - Worthing, Angmering
- V.I.P. by Atlan Motors - Specialists in MPV's & Jeep Wrangler's - London
Common questions
What is the difference between the Mercedes-Benz E-Class and the Vauxhall Zafira?
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class is a executive saloon; the Vauxhall Zafira is a seven-seat MPV.
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