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Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs Vauxhall Zafira

The Mercedes-Benz S-Class is a full-size luxury saloon. The Vauxhall Zafira is a seven-seat mpv.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Specifications side by side

Mercedes-Benz S-ClassVauxhall Zafira
Seats57 (Flex7 folding seat system)
S 500 L 4MATIC power330kW + 17kW (449hp + 23HP mild hybrid)-
S 350 d L 4MATIC power230kW + 17kW (313hp + 23HP mild hybrid)-
Boot volume515-535 litres (petrol/diesel models)-

Sources: Mercedes-Benz S-Class, Vauxhall Zafira. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the S-Class if...

Mercedes-Benz's flagship saloon and the default choice for UK chauffeur and executive car hire, valued for its ride comfort and rear-seat space. Offered with diesel, petrol and plug-in hybrid power.

Full S-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.

Full Zafira specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Mercedes-Benz S-Class and the Vauxhall Zafira?

The Mercedes-Benz S-Class is a full-size luxury saloon; the Vauxhall Zafira is a seven-seat MPV.

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