The third generation of the Zafira, called the Zafira Tourer, was previewed in concept form at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show, as the 'Zafira Tourer Concept'. It is largely based on the Opel Astra J, and has been revealed that, when the Zafira Tourer C goes on sale, the Zafira B is terminated.
The Zafira Tourer C has been enlarged in size to act as a proper rival to the Ford S-Max. A hybrid/electric version was expected to follow during 2012.
This car indirectly replaces the Opel Sintra, which was discontinued in 1999.
The production version debuted at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show in September, and went on sale November 2011.
A natural gas version of the Zafira Tourer was announced in December 2011. A dual-fuel vehicle, its CNG tank will drive the car 530 kilometres, and a 14-litre petrol tank provides additional range or operation when a CNG filling station is not available.
In 2016 the facelift of the Zafira Tourer was unveiled for model year 2017. As part of the upgrade, new front and rear bumpers and interior bring styling in line with the Opel Astra K. OnStar has also been introduced part of an updated IntelliLink infotainment system complete with 4G LTE hotspot, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. Other new options for MY2017 include adaptive LED headlights, "Opel Eye" front camera, high beam assist, traffic sign assist, forward collision warning, lane departure warning and adaptive cruise control.