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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs Renault Symbioz comparison

Compare performance (392 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (46,200 £ vs 24,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe or Renault Symbioz?

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs Renault Symbioz: Key differences

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Renault Symbioz

4.8 (5 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • markedly lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

4 Series Gran Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Renault Symbioz is clearly cheaper – starting at 24,700 £ , while the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe costs 46,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,515 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Symbioz uses 4.5 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

Symbioz

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers considerably more power – delivering 392 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 234 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Renault Symbioz takes 9.1 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe delivers significantly more torque with 650 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 385 Nm more.

4 Series Gran Coupe

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Symbioz is markedly lighter – 1,359 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 336 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Symbioz offers somewhat more boot space – 576 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 106 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe carries very slightly more – 480 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 21 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £46,200
4 Series Gran Coupe

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 184 - 392 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5 - 7.8 L/100km
BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
Renault Symbioz

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe marries coupe-like drama with hatchback practicality, offering a sloping roofline that still lets you load bags without a wrestling match. It steers with familiar BMW poise, so buyers after sporty looks and everyday usability get the best of both worlds—and a car that makes the commute feel a bit more glamorous.

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Renault Symbioz

The Renault Symbioz is a forward-looking concept car that imagines a seamless link between vehicle and home, pairing a lounge-like cabin with striking, futuristic styling. More idea than production plan, it showcases Renault's vision for connected, autonomous and sustainable mobility while provoking debate about how we will live and travel.

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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
Renault Symbioz

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,200 - 68,800 £
Price
24,700 - 31,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
131 - 179 g/km
co2
102 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,695 - 1,935 kg
Curb weight
1,359 - 1,465 kg
Trunk capacity
470 L
Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,797 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
480 kg
Payload
455 - 459 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 392 HP
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 650 Nm
Torque
250 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 - 288 kW
Power kW
103 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,789 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
Brand
BMW
Brand
Renault
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