Opel Zafira Electric Life L3 75 kWh

Overview

The 2025 Opel Zafira-e L3 75 kWh is a seriously spacious electric people-mover, perfect for big families or shuttle duties, though currently a European exclusive. Imagine this versatile van hitting US shores! The L3 designation means you get the long-wheelbase version, maximizing interior room, paired with the larger 75 kWh battery pack (68 kWh usable) for decent everyday range. It’s all about practicality and multi-seat flexibility. While official US pricing isn't available as it's not sold stateside, its European positioning suggests it would aim for value in the (admittedly small) US electric van segment.

What's New for 2025?

For 2025, the Zafira-e sports a sharp new look, largely thanks to Opel's signature 'Vizor' front-end design that tidies up the fascia. Inside, the cabin gets a tech refresh with an upgraded dashboard featuring a new, larger 10-inch central infotainment screen and a clearer digital instrument cluster for the driver. These updates bring a more modern feel to this already super-practical electric van. Efficiency tweaks to the powertrain might also offer a smidge more real-world range, keeping it competitive in its class, even if that class is mostly overseas for now!

Design & Exterior

The Zafira-e L3 isn't trying to be a sports car, and that's its strength! It’s a handsome, purposeful van, especially with the new Opel Vizor grille giving it a contemporary face. The L3 means it's the long-wheelbase model, stretching out to an impressive 209.9 inches in length, with a width of 75.7 inches (no mirrors) and a height of 75.2 inches. This translates to a commanding presence and, more importantly, acres of space inside. Expect practical touches like wide-opening sliding side doors and smart LED lighting signatures on this updated version.

Interior, Tech & Cargo

Step inside the Zafira-e L3, and it’s all about cavernous space and flexibility! Seating configurations are wild, accommodating anywhere from 5 to a whopping 9 passengers. Cargo? You bet! Even with seats up, there's a useful 34.6 cubic feet in the trunk, expanding to a massive 130.7 cubic feet with seats folded. No frunk is available, though. The refreshed dashboard boasts a new 10-inch touchscreen infotainment system, likely with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus a crisp digital driver’s display, making it feel properly modern and user-friendly for everyone aboard.

Performance & Driving Experience

Don't expect to win drag races, but the Zafira-e L3’s 100 kW (around 134 hp) Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor delivers a smooth 192 lb-ft of torque for surprisingly nippy city driving. It’s front-wheel drive and gets from 0-60 mph in a stated 12.8 seconds, topping out at 81 mph – plenty for a family hauler. The ride is geared for comfort, soaking up bumps well, making it a relaxed cruiser. Regenerative braking helps claw back some energy, and its van DNA means visibility is generally excellent for maneuvering this big box.

Range, Battery & Charging

Powering this gentle giant is a 68 kWh (usable) battery pack, delivering a Green Cars Compare calculated real-world range of around 185 miles – not bad for a van of this size! Efficiency is rated at 2.72 mi/kWh. For charging, its standard 11 kW onboard AC charger can juice it up overnight in about 7 hours. Hit a DC fast charger, and it’ll accept up to 100 kW from its 400V system, taking you to 80% in about 35-40 minutes. While its native port is CCS Type 2, a US version would sport a CCS Type 1 connector.

Safety & Driver-Assistance Features

While specific US NHTSA ratings aren't available as it's not sold here, similar Stellantis vans often perform well in Euro NCAP tests. The 2025 Zafira-e is expected to come packed with modern driver-assistance systems. Expect features like autonomous emergency braking, lane keeping assist, driver attention alert, and traffic sign recognition to be standard. Higher trims or option packs would likely add adaptive cruise control and blind-spot monitoring, making this big van easier and safer to pilot in busy environments or on long trips across the country.

Warranty & Maintenance Coverage

If the Zafira-e L3 were to land in the US, expect warranty coverage similar to other Stellantis EVs. This would likely mean a comprehensive vehicle warranty for around 3 years/36,000 miles to 5 years/60,000 miles. Critically, the high-voltage battery would get its own robust coverage, typically 8 years or 100,000 miles, guaranteeing at least 70% of its original capacity. Maintenance should be minimal, thanks to fewer moving parts in the EV powertrain – think tires, brakes, and cabin filters, keeping running costs pleasantly low for owners.