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Suzuki e VITARA vs Vauxhall Frontera
Selected trimMotion 49kWhChange trim213 mi · 49 kWh · £26,249
Selected trimDesignChange trim186 mi · 44 kWh · £23,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Suzuki e VITARA leads on value for money, family practicality and charging speed, while the Vauxhall Frontera leads on motorway range.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Suzuki e VITARA if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
Choose the Vauxhall Frontera if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Suzuki e VITARA leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueSuzuki
Suzuki
5.9
Vauxhall
5
Motorway RangeVauxhall
Suzuki
3
Vauxhall
3.6
FamilySuzuki
Suzuki
4.5
Vauxhall
3
ChargingSuzuki
Suzuki
3.5
Vauxhall
2.6
Cost Per Mile
Suzuki
6
Vauxhall
6.2
Too close to call
City DrivingSuzuki
Suzuki
8.1
Vauxhall
6.7
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Suzuki e VITARA
Motion 49kWh
- 27 miles more WLTP range
- 50 kW faster rapid charging
- 2.5s quicker 0-62 mph
- 0.7 m tighter turning circle
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Suzuki e VITARAMotion 49kWh | Vauxhall FronteraDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £26,249 | £23,995 (better) |
| Official range | 213 miles (better) | 186 miles |
| Boot space | 310 L | 460 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 45 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 9.6 sec (better) | 12.1 sec |
Size Comparison
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Vauxhall Frontera
Length
Suzuki e VITARA4,275mm-110mm
Vauxhall Frontera4,385mm
Width
Suzuki e VITARA1,800mm
Vauxhall Frontera1,795mm-5mm
Height
Suzuki e VITARA1,635mm-25mm
Vauxhall Frontera1,660mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Suzuki e VITARAMotion 49kWh | Vauxhall FronteraDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,275 mm | 4,385 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,800 mm | 1,795 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,635 mm | 1,660 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.4 m (better) | 11.1 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 600 mm spare | 605 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Suzuki e VITARAMotion 49kWh | Vauxhall FronteraDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 310 L | 460 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 562 L | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Suzuki e VITARA
- At 4,275 mm, shorter than 85% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- Uses 149 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 90% of SUVs we track.
- 10.4 m turning circle, tighter than 85% of SUVs in our database.
Vauxhall Frontera
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Suzuki e VITARA Motion 49kWh |  Vauxhall Frontera Design |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.28m | 4.38m+110mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.79m-5mm |
| Height | 1.64m | 1.66m+25mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.70m | 2.67m-30mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 310L | 460L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 562L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.4m (better) | 11.05m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,680kg | 1,573kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 49kWh (better) | 44kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 213 mi (better) | 186 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 150kW (better) | 100kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £26,249 | £23,995 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £26,249 (not eligible) | £22,495 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2025+ |
* Vauxhall Frontera: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Suzuki e VITARAMotion 49kWh | Vauxhall FronteraDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 213 miles (better) | 186 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 162 miles (better) | 155 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 45 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 150 kW (better) | 100 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 149 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 49 kWh (better) | 43.8 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Suzuki e VITARAMotion 49kWh | Vauxhall FronteraDesign |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9.6 sec (better) | 12.1 sec |
| Power | 106 kW (better) | 83 kW |
| Torque | 193 Nm (better) | 125 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Suzuki e VITARA
Motion 49kWh
6.3/10
average across 4 reviews
- Auto Express3.5/5
- Parkers3.1/5
- Electrifying.com6/10
Vauxhall Frontera
Design
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Suzuki e VITARA
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Suzuki e VITARA Motion 49kWh
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant77%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users79%
Safety Assist72%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Vauxhall Frontera Design
Vauxhall Frontera Design
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Suzuki e VITARAMotion 49kWh | Vauxhall FronteraDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,000 km |
Buying options
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Suzuki e VITARA
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Vauxhall Frontera
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Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Suzuki e VITARA
No active listings.
Vauxhall Frontera
- £15,9492026Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Is the Suzuki e VITARA worth the extra £2,254 over the Vauxhall Frontera?
The Suzuki e VITARA costs £2,254 more than the Vauxhall Frontera. For that premium it adds 27 miles more WLTP range, 50 kW faster peak rapid charging and a 2.5s quicker 0-62mph time. The Vauxhall Frontera is not just cheaper - it also offers 150 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Suzuki e VITARA comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Suzuki e VITARA or the Vauxhall Frontera?
The Vauxhall Frontera is £2,254 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £160 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Vauxhall Frontera comes out roughly £2,254 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Suzuki e VITARA and Vauxhall Frontera like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 162 miles for the Suzuki e VITARA and 155 miles for the Vauxhall Frontera - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Suzuki e VITARA or the Vauxhall Frontera?
The two are within 5 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 605 mm of total clearance for the Vauxhall Frontera and about 600 mm of total clearance for the Suzuki e VITARA. The Suzuki e VITARA also turns in a 0.7 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Suzuki e VITARA or the Vauxhall Frontera?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Suzuki e VITARA and 90% for the Vauxhall Frontera. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use LFP-type cells, which are happy charged to 100% every day. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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