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BMW X1 vs Renault Symbioz - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (326 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (38200 £ vs 24400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X1 or Renault Symbioz?

BMW X1

4.1 (5 Reviews)
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Renault Symbioz

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

X1

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Renault Symbioz has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24400 £ , while the BMW X1 costs 38200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13800 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW X1 manages with 2.50 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Renault Symbioz with 4.50 L. The difference is about 2 L per 100 km.

Symbioz

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW X1 has a significantly edge – offering 326 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 168 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X1 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Renault Symbioz takes 9.10 s. That’s about 3.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW X1 performs noticeable better – reaching 233 km/h, while the Renault Symbioz tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 53 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW X1 pulls decisively stronger with 477 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 212 Nm difference.

X1

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Renault Symbioz is slightly lighter – 1359 kg compared to 1575 kg. The difference is around 216 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Symbioz offers minimal more room – 576 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 36 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Symbioz performs minimal better – up to 1682 L, which is about 137 L more than the BMW X1.

When it comes to payload, BMW X1 barely noticeable takes the win – 500 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 41 kg.

Who wins the race?

The BMW X1 proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BMW X1 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £38,200
X1

BMW X1

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 326 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.5 - 7.7 L
  • Electric Range : 81 km
BMW X1
Renault Symbioz

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BMW X1

4.1 (5 Reviews)
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The BMW X1 brings a premium feel to compact crossover life, wrapping practical space and agile handling into a tidy, upscale package. It’s ideal for buyers who want BMW driving dynamics without the bulk, offering everyday comfort and a few clever tricks to keep the commute interesting.

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Renault Symbioz

5 (1 Reviews)
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The Renault Symbioz feels less like a traditional car and more like a rolling living room that's been told it's allowed to drive — its flowing lines and minimalist cabin are pure concept-car theatre that teases the future of everyday transport. For buyers with an eye for design and a taste for tech-forward ideas, the Symbioz is an alluring vision of what Renault could offer tomorrow, even if it's not yet a model you can park in your driveway.

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BMW X1
Renault Symbioz

Costs and Consumption

Price
38200 - 55500 £
Price
24400 - 30700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 7.7 L
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
81 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
14.20 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
57 - 175 g/km
co2
102 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
47 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
48 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1575 - 1935 kg
Curb weight
1359 - 1465 kg
Trunk capacity
490 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
Length
4500 mm
Length
4413 mm
Width
1845 mm
Width
1797 mm
Height
1630 - 1642 mm
Height
1575 mm
Max trunk capacity
1495 - 1545 L
Max trunk capacity
1682 L
Payload
490 - 500 kg
Payload
455 - 459 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 326 HP
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11 s
Max Speed
190 - 233 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
230 - 477 Nm
Torque
250 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 240 kW
Power kW
103 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1789 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
Brand
BMW
Brand
Renault
Is the BMW X1 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW X1 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.