Opel Zafira Electric Life L 50 kWh

Overview

The Opel Zafira-e L 50 kWh is your seriously spacious ticket to electric motoring, perfect if you're hauling a big crew or need van-like versatility without the diesel drone. This 'L' version stretches things out for maximum interior room, packing a 46.3 kWh usable battery. Production wrapped up in 2024, so you'll be looking at the pre-loved market, with this trim typically found around €27,990. It’s a no-nonsense MPV that gets the job done quietly and cleanly, a proper workhorse or family bus.

What's New for 2024?

For 2024, the big news for the Zafira-e L 50 kWh is that it’s bowing out, as production has now ceased. So, you won't find it fresh off the factory floor. This model year represents the culmination of its run, carrying forward the established specs and features from its previous iterations. Think of it as a final call for this particular electric people-mover, now transitioning fully into the used market. No major last-minute revamps here, just the trusty Zafira-e package we've come to know.

Design & Exterior

The Zafira-e L 50 kWh doesn't scream "look at me," but its design is all about function delivering a purposeful, van-based aesthetic. This 'L' (Long) variant is quite the unit, measuring a substantial 5306 mm in length, 1920 mm in width (excluding mirrors), and standing 1900 mm tall. It’s built to maximise interior space, featuring practical sliding side doors perfect for tight parking spots. While not a fashion icon, its sensible lines mean business, whether that’s family trips or airport runs, all rolling on a 3275 mm wheelbase.

Interior, Tech & Cargo

Step inside the Zafira-e L, and it’s all about space and flexibility. You can spec it with anything from 5 to a whopping 9 seats! Material quality is geared towards durability for the daily grind. Luggage? No problem. You get a cavernous 980 litres in the boot with seats up, expanding to an enormous 3700 litres when you fold them down. Sadly, there's no frunk for your charging cables. Infotainment typically centres around a touchscreen, likely with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto to keep everyone connected and entertained on the move.

Performance & Driving Experience

Don't expect supercar shove, but the Zafira-e L 50 kWh gets up to speed smoothly enough for its 1989 kg curb weight, hitting 100 km/h in a respectable 12.1 seconds. Its single front-mounted Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) delivers 100 kW of power and a handy 260 Nm of torque through its front-wheel-drive system. Top speed is capped at 130 km/h, plenty for motorway cruising. The ride is generally comfortable, soaking up bumps well, making it a relaxed companion for long journeys, and it can even tow up to 1000 kg (braked).

Range, Battery & Charging

The Zafira-e L 50 kWh packs a 46.3 kWh usable battery (50 kWh nominal), which Green Cars Compare estimates will give you a real-world range of around 196 km – decent for daily duties. It boasts an efficiency of 4.23 km/kWh. Charging via its CCS Type 2 port on a 400V architecture, a standard 7.4 kW AC top-up takes roughly 7 hours, or opt for the quicker 11 kW on-board charger (if fitted as an option) for a full charge in about 5 hours. Find a 100 kW DC fast charger, and you can zap the battery from near empty to 80% in around 30-35 minutes.

Safety & Driver-Assistance Features

While a specific Euro NCAP rating for this Zafira-e L 50 kWh isn't provided in the data, its platform mates have been tested, often scoring well for their class. You can expect a suite of safety kit, though some goodies might be optional. Standard features usually include essentials like multiple airbags, stability control, and tyre pressure monitoring. Look out for available driver aids such as lane departure warning, speed limit recognition, cruise control, and potentially more advanced systems like autonomous emergency braking or blind-spot monitoring on higher-spec versions or option packs.

Warranty & Maintenance Coverage

Opel typically backs its EVs with a competitive warranty package. Expect a general vehicle warranty around 2 years/unlimited kilometres or potentially 3 years/100,000 km in some European markets. The crucial battery warranty is usually more generous, often covering 8 years or 160,000 km, guaranteeing at least 70% of its original capacity. Powertrain components often share this coverage. Maintenance should be lower than its combustion cousins, thanks to fewer moving parts. Always check specific terms for any used model, as warranty coverage can vary by country and initial registration date.