Opel Zafira Electric Life L2 50 kWh

Overview

The 2025 Opel Zafira-e L2 50 kWh rolls in as a seriously practical electric people-mover, perfect for big families or businesses needing zero-emission transport. This L2 version with the 50 kWh battery pack aims for a balance of space and everyday usability. It’s a versatile van that’s all about shifting folks or gear without fuss. With a new price tag around €47,550, it’s positioned as a capable contender in the growing electric MPV segment, offering a surprisingly car-like drive despite its van underpinnings. It’s ready to tackle the school run or shuttle duties with silent electric power.

What's New for 2025?

For 2025, the Zafira-e L2 50 kWh benefits from Opel’s latest design language, likely sporting the sharp 'Vizor' front-end treatment seen across the refreshed range, giving it a more modern and assertive look. Inside, expect the latest generation infotainment system, offering snappier performance and clearer graphics. While major powertrain changes for this specific trim aren't typical for a carry-over year after a recent update (production started in 2024), subtle software tweaks for efficiency and user experience are often part of the package. It's all about refining an already capable electric workhorse.

Design & Exterior

The Zafira-e L2 50 kWh presents a classic, yet modernised, minivan silhouette – functional and surprisingly stylish for a big box on wheels. This L2 variant stretches to an impressive 4981 mm in length, stands 1910 mm tall, and measures 1924 mm wide (excluding mirrors), making it a substantial but manageable presence. The design focuses on maximising interior space, with practical sliding side doors. Expect neat alloy wheel options and smart LED lighting signatures that align with Opel's current design philosophy, ensuring it looks sharp whether on business or family duty.

Interior, Tech & Cargo

Step inside the Zafira-e L2, and you're greeted by a spacious and highly configurable cabin, capable of seating anywhere from five to a whopping nine occupants depending on the chosen layout! Material quality is robust, built for durability. Tech-wise, expect a user-friendly infotainment system, likely featuring a responsive central touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard. Cargo is king here: you get a useful 550 litres of boot space even with seats up, expanding to a cavernous 3200 litres when you fold them down. There's no frunk, but who needs one with this much room?

Performance & Driving Experience

Don't let its size fool you; the Zafira-e L2 with its 100 kW Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) feels surprisingly nippy around town. It delivers a healthy 260 Nm of instant torque to the front wheels, making for a 0-100 km/h dash in a respectable 10.8 seconds – plenty for urban cut-and-thrust. The driving experience is smooth, quiet, and comfortable, soaking up bumps well. Selectable driving modes and effective regenerative braking help tailor the drive and boost efficiency. It's not a sports car, but it's an easy and relaxing van to pilot.

Range, Battery & Charging

Powering the Zafira-e L2 is a 46.3 kWh usable battery pack, delivering a real-world range estimated by Green Cars Compare at around 191 km, with an efficiency of about 4.13 km/kWh. For charging, the standard 11 kW on-board AC charger will top it up from empty in roughly 4-5 hours. When you're out and about, it can gulp down juice at up to 100 kW from a DC fast charger via its CCS Type 2 port, getting you from nearly empty to 80% in around 30-35 minutes. Ideal for those quick top-ups on longer trips.

Safety & Driver-Assistance Features

While specific Euro NCAP ratings for the 2025 Zafira-e L2 50 kWh might still be pending or part of a broader van platform rating, Opel typically equips its vehicles with a solid suite of safety gear. Expect essential driver-assistance systems like Autonomous Emergency Braking, Lane Keep Assist, and driver attention alert as standard. Higher trims or optional packs often add goodies like adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, and a more comprehensive parking assistance system, ensuring peace of mind for both driver and passengers on every journey.

Warranty & Maintenance Coverage

Opel offers a pretty standard warranty package for the Zafira-e in Europe. You’ll typically get a 2-year, unlimited kilometre basic vehicle warranty. Crucially, the high-voltage battery is covered for a more extensive period, usually 8 years or 160,000 kilometres, whichever comes first, warranting against excessive capacity degradation (often to 70% state-of-health). Electric vans like this generally mean lower routine maintenance costs compared to their diesel counterparts, thanks to fewer moving parts in the powertrain. Always check with your local dealer for the precise terms applicable in your region.