Opel Zafira Electric Life L3 50 kWh

Overview

The 2025 Opel Zafira-e L3 50 kWh is your seriously versatile electric workhorse or family MPV, rolling out of France. This long-wheelbase 'L3' variant, with its 50 kWh battery pack, aims to be the go-to for those needing maximum space and zero tailpipe emissions. It’s all about practicality, offering a configurable interior for passengers or cargo. For European buyers, it's priced from around €48,550 new, making it a considered choice in the electric van/MPV segment. It’s a straightforward, no-fuss electric people-mover that gets the job done quietly and cleanly.

What's New for 2025?

For the 2025 model year, the Zafira-e, including this L3 50 kWh trim, benefits from a fresh nip and tuck common across its Stellantis siblings. You'll spot Opel's signature 'Vizor' front end, giving it a more modern, car-like face. Inside, the tech gets a boost with an updated dashboard design, potentially housing a snappier, larger infotainment screen – usually a 10-inch display with improved graphics and connectivity. These updates enhance its appeal, keeping it competitive in the electric van market without altering its core practicality or the proven 100 kW powertrain.

Design & Exterior

The Zafira-e L3 50 kWh isn't shy about its van DNA, but the 2025 refresh, especially with the sleek Opel Vizor grille and updated headlamps, gives it a more contemporary look. It’s a big bus, this L3 version, stretching out to a substantial 5331 mm in length, with a width of 1924 mm (mirrors folded, we presume!) and a height of 1910 mm. This translates to a commanding road presence and, more importantly, acres of space inside. It’s designed for function, with wide-opening doors and a generally utilitarian but neat aesthetic.

Interior, Tech & Cargo

Step inside the Zafira-e L3 50 kWh, and it’s all about maximising utility and passenger comfort. The cabin is robustly built, ready for family adventures or business duties. This L3 version is super flexible, offering seating configurations for 5, 6, 7, 8, or even 9 occupants! Cargo-wise, you get a massive 980 litres with seats up, expanding to a cavernous 3700 litres when you fold them down. While there’s no frunk, the main load bay is properly huge. Expect a central touchscreen (likely 10-inch) with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto for your infotainment needs.

Performance & Driving Experience

Don't expect a rocket ship, but the Zafira-e L3 50 kWh offers perfectly adequate poke for its mission. The single Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) up front delivers 100 kW and a useful 260 Nm of torque, getting you from 0-100 km/h in a respectable 12.1 seconds. Top speed is capped at 130 km/h to preserve range. Being front-wheel drive, it’s predictable and easy to manage. The ride is generally comfortable, soaking up bumps well, making it a smooth operator for city schleps or longer hauls, with regenerative braking helping to claw back some energy.

Range, Battery & Charging

Powering this Zafira-e is a 46.3 kWh usable battery pack (50 kWh nominal). Green Cars Compare calculates a real-world range of around 188 km, with an efficiency of 4.06 km/kWh, which is fair for a vehicle of this size. For charging, you've got a standard 11 kW on-board AC charger, meaning a full top-up from empty takes roughly 4.5 to 5 hours – ideal for overnight juice-ups. When you’re out and about, it can guzzle electrons at up to 100 kW from a DC fast charger via its CCS Type 2 port, getting you significant range in around 30 minutes.

Safety & Driver-Assistance Features

Opel equips the Zafira-e with a decent suite of safety kit. While specific Euro NCAP ratings for the 2025 model might be pending or vary with final equipment, you can expect essential features like Automatic Emergency Braking, Lane Keep Assist, and traffic sign recognition as standard. Depending on the chosen specification level within the L3 50 kWh trim, optional extras could include adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, and enhanced parking aids. Always check the latest EU specifications, as active safety features are continually being updated and bundled.

Warranty & Maintenance Coverage

Opel typically backs the Zafira-e in Europe with a 2-year, unlimited kilometre basic vehicle warranty, which is pretty standard. Crucially for an EV, the high-voltage battery gets a more extended warranty, usually 8 years or 160,000 km, guaranteeing at least 70% of its original capacity. The electric powertrain components often share this coverage. Maintenance should be lower than a combustion equivalent, thanks to fewer moving parts, though regular checks on brakes, tyres, and suspension are still key. Look out for any local dealer offers on service packages.