Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether CUPRA Formentor or Renault Symbioz fits your lifestyle better.
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 CUPRA Formentor costs 35200 £. That’s a price difference of around 10813 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: CUPRA Formentor manages with 1.40 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Renault Symbioz with 4.50 L. The difference is about 3.10 L per 100 km.
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 CUPRA Formentor has a decisively edge – offering 333 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 175 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Formentor is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Renault Symbioz takes 9.10 s. That’s about 4.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Formentor performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Renault Symbioz tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Formentor pulls evident stronger with 420 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 155 Nm difference.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Renault Symbioz is hardly perceptible lighter – 1359 kg compared to 1434 kg. The difference is around 75 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Renault Symbioz offers distinct more room – 576 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 126 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Renault Symbioz performs a bit better – up to 1682 L, which is about 177 L more than the CUPRA Formentor.
When it comes to payload, CUPRA Formentor to a small extent takes the win – 526 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 67 kg.
Overall, the CUPRA Formentor shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
With coupe-like lines and a muscular stance the Cupra Formentor blends sporty drama with everyday sense, so it looks like it’s in motion even at a standstill. Inside and out it’s tuned for drivers who want engaging handling and a grown-up cabin — practical enough for daily life, playful enough to make the commute feel like a short track session.
detailsThe 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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
35200 - 55000 £
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Price
24400 - 30700 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
117 - 126 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
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co2
32 - 199 g/km
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co2
102 - 136 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
48 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1434 - 1742 kg
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Curb weight
1359 - 1544 kg
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Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
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Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
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Length
4451 mm
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Length
4413 mm
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Width
1839 mm
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Width
1797 mm
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Height
1511 - 1537 mm
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Height
1575 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1415 - 1505 L
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Max trunk capacity
1582 - 1682 L
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Payload
458 - 526 kg
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Payload
376 - 459 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 333 HP
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Power HP
140 - 158 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11 s
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Max Speed
205 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
250 - 420 Nm
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Torque
250 - 265 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
110 - 245 kW
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Power kW
103 - 116 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1789 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
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Brand
CUPRA
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Brand
Renault
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Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.