Head to head · MPV
Vauxhall Zafira Tourer vs Ford S-Max
On the measures that matter most to a used buyer — value retention, reliability, fuel economy and insurance — the Vauxhall Zafira Tourer comes out ahead of the Ford S-Max, winning 2 of the 3 categories where the two differ.
| Measure | Vauxhall Zafira Tourer | Ford S-Max |
|---|---|---|
| Est. value, ~3 years old | £5,900 (2018, 75,500 mi) | £18,250 (2023, 31,000 mi) |
| Value kept after 3 years | 55% · wins | 53% |
| Reliability (MOT-derived, /100) | 55 | 61 · wins |
| Average mpg | 44 | 44 |
| Insurance group | 17 · wins | 18 |
| Road tax / year | £200 | £200 |
| Typical annual service | £185 | £185 |
Valuations are each model's ~3-year-old example at typical mileage, through the same model behind the profiles. Adjust mileage, trim and condition in the interactive comparison →
Zafira Tourer vs S-Max — quick answers
Which is more reliable, the Zafira Tourer or the S-Max?
The Ford S-Max scores higher on Forecourt's MOT-derived reliability measure — 61 against the Vauxhall Zafira Tourer's 55 out of 100.
Which holds its value better, the Zafira Tourer or the S-Max?
The Vauxhall Zafira Tourer — it keeps about 55% of its original price after three years, against 53% for the Ford S-Max.
How much does a used Zafira Tourer cost compared with a S-Max?
A roughly three-year-old Vauxhall Zafira Tourer is worth about £5,900 at typical mileage, against about £18,250 for the equivalent Ford S-Max.