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CUPRA Formentor vs Renault Symbioz – Which car suits you better?

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.

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

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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 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.

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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 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.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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.

Who comes out on top?

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.

from about £35,200
Formentor @ CUPRA / SEAT S.A.

CUPRA Formentor

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 333 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.4 - 8.8 L
  • Electric Range : 117 - 126 km

CUPRA Formentor

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.

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Renault Symbioz

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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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CUPRA Formentor
Renault Symbioz
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Costs and Consumption

Price
35200 - 55000 £
Price
24400 - 30700 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.8 L
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
117 - 126 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
32 - 199 g/km
co2
102 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 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
1434 - 1742 kg
Curb weight
1359 - 1544 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
Length
4451 mm
Length
4413 mm
Width
1839 mm
Width
1797 mm
Height
1511 - 1537 mm
Height
1575 mm
Max trunk capacity
1415 - 1505 L
Max trunk capacity
1582 - 1682 L
Payload
458 - 526 kg
Payload
376 - 459 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 333 HP
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11 s
Max Speed
205 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Torque
250 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 245 kW
Power kW
103 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1789 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Renault
What drive types are available for the CUPRA Formentor?

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.