2018 Vauxhall Zafira — Full Specifications
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The 2018 Vauxhall Zafira belongs to the Zafira C / Zafira Tourer generation, built 2011–2019. 2018 was year 8 of its run. Model years from 2016 onward carry the mid-life facelift, so a 2018 car is a post-facelift example. Body styles: MPV. The engine range listed for this period includes 1.4 Turbo S/S 120, 1.4 Turbo S/S 140, 1.6 SIDI Turbo 170, 1.6 SIDI Turbo 200 and more. Owners often keep a Vauxhall Zafira workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Zafira C / Zafira Tourer Generation: Engines & Body Styles
Vauxhall Zafira model years from 2011 to 2019 belong to the same generation, with a mid-life facelift in 2016. The engines below are those listed for this generation in the 2018 period; availability varied by year, trim and market, so confirm the exact engine from the car's paperwork or the badge on the tailgate.
| Engine | Fuel | Displacement | Power |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4 Turbo S/S 120 | Petrol | 1.4 L | 120 PS |
| 1.4 Turbo S/S 140 | Petrol | 1.4 L | 140 PS |
| 1.6 SIDI Turbo 170 | Petrol | 1.6 L | 170 PS |
| 1.6 SIDI Turbo 200 | Petrol | 1.6 L | 200 PS |
| 1.8 VVT 140 | Petrol | 1.8 L | 140 PS |
| 1.6 CDTI 120 | Diesel | 1.6 L | 120 PS |
| 1.6 CDTI 136 | Diesel | 1.6 L | 136 PS |
| 2.0 CDTI ecoFLEX S/S 130 | Diesel | 2 L | 130 PS |
| 2.0 CDTI ecoFLEX S/S 170 | Diesel | 2 L | 170 PS |
| 2.0 CDTI Bi-Turbo S/S 195 | Diesel | 2 L | 195 PS |
| Body styles | MPV |
|---|---|
| Transmissions | 5-speed manual (1.8 petrol) · 6-speed manual · Automatic (optional) |
| Generation | Zafira C / Zafira Tourer (2011-2019) |
| Facelift | 2016 (2018 car is post-facelift) |
Generation, production years, engines and body styles compiled from Wikipedia; production dates can differ by market. Official fuel economy and CO₂ figures for UK cars are published by the Vehicle Certification Agency and vary by engine and test cycle (NEDC or WLTP), so we do not quote a single figure here.
Owner Essentials for the 2018 Vauxhall Zafira
Running Costs: 2018 Vauxhall Zafira
Running costs for a 2018 Vauxhall Zafira depend mostly on which engine it has, how it is driven and the insurance group of that trim. Look up the exact car's tax band and fuel figures from its registration on GOV.UK, and work out fuel spend with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2018 Vauxhall Zafira Safety Rating
Cars sold in the UK and Europe are crash-tested by Euro NCAP, not the US NHTSA, so there is no NHTSA star rating for the Vauxhall Zafira. Look the Vauxhall Zafira up on Euro NCAP's results page to see the star rating and the test year for this generation; ratings from different years use different criteria and are not directly comparable. To check a specific UK car for open recalls, use the GOV.UK vehicle recalls checker, and see our UK guide to checking a used car's history.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which generation is the 2018 Vauxhall Zafira?
The 2018 Vauxhall Zafira is part of the Zafira C / Zafira Tourer (2011-2019) generation, produced 2011–2019. The facelift arrived in 2016, so a 2018 car is a post-facelift example.
What engines did the 2018 Vauxhall Zafira come with?
Engines listed for this generation include 1.4 Turbo S/S 120 (petrol); 1.4 Turbo S/S 140 (petrol); 1.6 SIDI Turbo 170 (petrol); 1.6 SIDI Turbo 200 (petrol); 1.8 VVT 140 (petrol); 1.6 CDTI 120 (diesel); 1.6 CDTI 136 (diesel); 2.0 CDTI ecoFLEX S/S 130 (diesel). Not every engine was sold in every year or market, so check the car's V5C or handbook for the exact unit.
What body styles does the 2018 Vauxhall Zafira come in?
This generation was offered as: MPV.
What gearbox does the 2018 Vauxhall Zafira have?
Transmissions listed for this generation include 5-speed manual (1.8 petrol), 6-speed manual, Automatic (optional), depending on engine and trim.
How safe is the 2018 Vauxhall Zafira?
European-market cars are crash-tested by Euro NCAP rather than NHTSA. Search for the Vauxhall Zafira at euroncap.com/en/results to see the star rating and the test year for this generation.