The Vauxhall Zafira Tourer: A Multipurpose Transporter |
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John Paul Yacapin
3 August 2012
Vauxhall Motors has always been known for innovative and environment-friendly designs manufacturing automobiles since the early 1900s. The Zafira Tourer is the latest company fleet car introduced in late 2011. It is a compact multipurpose vehicle (MPV) with the versatility of a seven-seat carrier. From the outside, the Zafira Tourer looks sleek and luxurious; on the inside, it is innovative, spacious, and comfortable.
The Exterior Finish
Boomerang headlights, trapezoid grille, and slim pillars are the eye-catching external components of the Zafira Tourer. These components contribute to the progressive frontal view of the car. Along the sides of this MPV, designers inject their inclination for high-speed trains by introducing a streamlined design reminiscent of the speedy transport system. Underscoring the waistline of the Tourer is the signature Vauxhall blade sweeping upwards to the pillars.
The rear portion of the Tourer is never left out by integrating similar boomerang headlights enhanced by LED technology. Overall, the well-thought design that envelopes every corner of the Zafira Tourer creates a broad stance without losing the exquisite touch for luxury.
Interior Comfort through Technology
At Vauxhall Motors, designers and engineers know the value of satisfying client needs for comfort and convenience. On the aspect of interior design, the Zafira Tourer is a masterpiece because of its well-cushioned seats. Every interior component that gets in contact with the passenger is designed with soft tactile materials to bring the definition of extra comfort to the next level.
Where other motor manufacturers fail is where Vauxhall Motors takes inspiration to achieve. While other brands emphasize the integration of mobile technologies into the interior design, they somehow failed on delivering the right technologies that the car owners and passengers really need. Beyond the intuitive and useful controls that add convenience for every passenger, the Zafira Tourer takes extra consideration on ambient lighting. Although the MPV is packed with standard technological convenience, the overall design still prioritizes on creating an ambiance of relaxation and boundlessness.
The MPV Transformations
The Zafira Tourer can accommodate a number of transformations that it has been dubbed as the luxury lounge on wheels. This interior of the MPV can be configured into 34 different storage possibilities. For family or leisure trips, the rear storage compartment can expand for more luggage space. As a luxury cruiser, seats can be reclined for better executive layout. At the heart of this flexibility in design is the FlexConsole system that transforms the Tourer into a spacious carrier. Between the front seats and the rear compartments, additional storage space can be augmented beneath the floor. Furthermore, the Flex7 system allows the Tourer to be configured from a two-seater to a seven-seater passenger vehicle. Generous legroom can also be created within seconds because of the movable seats.
Reliable Performance
As a company owned by General Motors (GM), Vauxhall carries on the reliability and efficiency when it comes to delivering performance value for raw driving power. The Zafira Tourer is available in petrol or diesel. The petrol variant features a 1.8L five-speed transmission engine with four cylinders. This engine of modest power enables acceleration from 0 to 60 miles per hour (mph) in just 10.9 seconds reaching maximum speed of 121 mph.
As an environment-friendly vehicle, it complies with the Euro 5 emission standard. The more efficient variants of the Vauxhall Zafira Tourer comprise the diesel group available in three engine models. The top-tier in this group is the 2.0CDTi six-speed diesel engine with ecoFLEX start and stop controls.
More than the highlighted features of the Vauxhall Zafira Tourer, this MPV bears all the standard safety features. With a premium on the aspect of safety, the Zafira Tourer is simply one of the preferred vehicles by fleet insurance companies.