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Vauxhall Combo Life vs Vauxhall Combo Life (2021-2024)
Selected trimDesignChange trim211 mi · 52 kWh · £32,340
Selected trim50kWh · 2021-24174 mi · 50 kWh · £34,110
At a glance
In this comparison, Vauxhall Combo Life leads on value for money, while the Vauxhall Combo Life leads on city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Vauxhall Combo Life if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
Choose the Vauxhall Combo Life (2021-2024) if...
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Vauxhall Combo Life edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
ValueCombo Life
Combo Life
6.7
Combo Life
5.3
Family
Combo Life
5.4
Combo Life
5.4
Too close to call
Charging
Combo Life
3.8
Combo Life
3.8
Too close to call
City DrivingCombo Life
Combo Life
4.8
Combo Life
5.4
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Vauxhall Combo LifeDesign | Vauxhall Combo Life50kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £32,340 (better) | £34,110 |
| Official range | 211 miles (better) | 174 miles |
| Boot space | 775 L | 775 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 11.7 sec | 11.7 sec |
Size Comparison
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Length
Vauxhall Combo Life4,410mm
Vauxhall Combo Life4,410mm
Width
Vauxhall Combo Life1,921mm
Vauxhall Combo Life1,921mm
Height
Vauxhall Combo Life1,812mm
Vauxhall Combo Life1,812mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Vauxhall Combo LifeDesign | Vauxhall Combo Life50kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,410 mm | 4,410 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,921 mm | 1,921 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,107 mm | 2,107 mm |
| Height | 1,812 mm | 1,812 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.8 m | 10.8 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 479 mm spare | 479 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Vauxhall Combo LifeDesign | Vauxhall Combo Life50kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 775 L | 775 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 2130 L | 2130 L |
| Frunk | 0 L | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 0 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Vauxhall Combo Life Design | Vauxhall Combo Life 50kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.41m | 4.41m |
| Width | 1.92m | 1.92m |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.11m | 2.11m |
| Height | 1.81m | 1.81m |
| Wheelbase | 2.79m | 2.79m |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 775L | 775L |
| Boot (seats down) | 2130L | 2130L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.8m | 10.8m |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 52kWh (better) | 50kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 211 mi (better) | 174 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 100kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £32,340 (better) | £34,110 |
| Price after EV grant | £30,840 (-£1,500) | £34,110 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | MPV | MPV |
| Available | 2024+ | 2021–2024 |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Vauxhall Combo LifeDesign | Vauxhall Combo Life50kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 211 miles (better) | 174 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 131 miles | 145 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 100 kW |
| Home AC charging | 7.4 kW | 7.4 kW |
| Energy consumption | 195 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 52 kWh (better) | 50 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Vauxhall Combo LifeDesign | Vauxhall Combo Life50kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 11.7 sec | 11.7 sec |
| Power | 100 kW | 100 kW |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
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Vauxhall Combo Life
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Vauxhall Combo Life
50kWh
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Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Vauxhall Combo LifeDesign | Vauxhall Combo Life50kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £15,124 | £12,867 |
| Average used price | £16,432 | £13,790 |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Vauxhall Combo Life Design
Tested 2018
Adult Occupant91%
Child Occupant81%
Vulnerable Road Users58%
Safety Assist68%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Vauxhall Combo Life 50kWh
Tested 2018
Adult Occupant91%
Child Occupant81%
Vulnerable Road Users58%
Safety Assist68%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Vauxhall Combo LifeDesign | Vauxhall Combo Life50kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,934 km (better) |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Vauxhall Combo Life worth the extra £1,770 over the Vauxhall Combo Life?
The Vauxhall Combo Life costs £1,770 more than the Vauxhall Combo Life. On the headline specs that premium buys little measurable advantage - the two are closely matched on range, charging and space. The Vauxhall Combo Life is not just cheaper - it also offers 37 miles more WLTP range. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Vauxhall Combo Life comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Vauxhall Combo Life or the Vauxhall Combo Life?
The Vauxhall Combo Life is £1,770 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £192 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Vauxhall Combo Life comes out roughly £1,650 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Vauxhall Combo Life and Vauxhall Combo Life like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 131 miles for the Vauxhall Combo Life and 145 miles for the Vauxhall Combo Life - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 30-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Vauxhall Combo Life or the Vauxhall Combo Life?
The two are within 0 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 479 mm of total clearance for the Vauxhall Combo Life and about 479 mm of total clearance for the Vauxhall Combo Life.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Vauxhall Combo Life or the Vauxhall Combo Life?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Vauxhall Combo Life and 84% for the Vauxhall Combo Life. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
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