The Zafira was Vauxhall's re-entry into the MPV market. Based on the same platform as the 1998 Astra, the Zafira had more space due to its loftier cabin.
The Zafira also has seven seats arranged in three rows. The third row of seats can be folded into the boot floor to create more space, individually or together.
The Zafira is good to drive. Introduced in 2005, the second-generation Zafira remains a benchmark for mini-MPV development.
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