Head to head
Mercedes-Benz S-Class Saloon Long vs Vauxhall Zafira
The Mercedes-Benz S-Class Saloon Long is a long-wheelbase flagship luxury saloon. The Vauxhall Zafira is a seven-seat mpv.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Mercedes-Benz S-Class Saloon Long | Vauxhall Zafira | |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 7 (Flex7 folding seat system) |
| Length | 5,304mm | - |
| Width | 1,921mm (excl. mirrors) | - |
| Boot capacity | 515-535 litres (combustion engines) | - |
| Engine options | S350d L 4MATIC diesel, S450e L / S580e 4MATIC L plug-in hybrid, S500 L 4MATIC petrol | - |
Sources: Mercedes-Benz S-Class Saloon Long, Vauxhall Zafira. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the S-Class Saloon Long if...
Mercedes' flagship saloon in long-wheelbase form, the standard car for UK chauffeur firms rather than self-drive hire. The extended wheelbase adds rear legroom rather than luggage space, which stays much the same as the standard car.
Listed by
- Anytime Chauffeurs - London
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 S-Class Saloon Long and the Vauxhall Zafira?
The Mercedes-Benz S-Class Saloon Long is a long-wheelbase flagship luxury saloon; the Vauxhall Zafira is a seven-seat MPV.
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