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Dacia Sandero vs Renault Symbioz comparison

Compare performance (122 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (11,000 £ vs 24,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Sandero or Renault Symbioz?

Dacia Sandero vs Renault Symbioz: Key differences

Dacia Sandero

3.1 (5 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Renault Symbioz

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • slightly more efficient
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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

Sandero

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.

Dacia Sandero is considerably cheaper – starting at 11,000 £ , while the Renault Symbioz costs 24,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,466 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Symbioz uses 4.5 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the Dacia Sandero with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 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 Renault Symbioz offers markedly more power – delivering 158 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 36 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Symbioz is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 9.1 s, while the Dacia Sandero takes 9.7 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Symbioz delivers markedly more torque with 265 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 65 Nm more.

Sandero

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, Dacia Sandero is clearly lighter – 1,100 kg compared to 1,359 kg. The difference is around 259 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Symbioz offers clearly more boot space – 576 L compared to 372 L. That’s a difference of about 204 L.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Symbioz carries barely more – 459 kg compared to 436 kg. That’s a difference of about 23 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Symbioz leads convincingly 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 £24,400
Symbioz

Renault Symbioz

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 158 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.5 - 6 L/100km
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Dacia Sandero

The Dacia Sandero is the everyman's hatchback — unpretentious, practical and brilliantly affordable, with sensible space and straightforward charm where it matters most. It won't wow in the premium lane, but for buyers who want honest, dependable transport without showroom theatrics, the Sandero is a clever, no‑nonsense pick that keeps running costs low and grin levels high.

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Reviews Dacia Sandero

3.1 (5 Reviews)
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Thierry
14 Apr 2026, 21:55:26

New car — but problems: water ingress in a vehicle that's only two years old, mould forming, a defective front plate and a black stain.

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Вітали
8 Apr 2026, 08:19:06

Сандеро з 12 року

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Le
9 Mar 2026, 11:19:49

Hello — having tried the Sandero Stepway Extreme Auto 120.
The big downside is at the front, where large consoles on both the passenger and driver doors create a feeling that, as the kilometres go by, you have to drive with your knees squeezed together. On top of that, the small compartment between the two seats is more cumbersome than practical.
The rear seats are really spacious.

How do you mainly use this car? (optional): City / Short distance
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Renault Symbioz

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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Reviews Renault Symbioz

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PF
19 Feb 2026, 11:56:45

A delightful hybrid (family car). Roomy, quick (combined nearly 150 hp) and safe.

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Michael
5 Dec 2025, 23:17:28

I've been driving the Symbioz Full Hybrid with the iconic trim for 3,500 km. I test-drove both cars. I think the win goes to the Symbioz. Good quality at a family-friendly price. Unfortunately the Opel is simply too expensive. Strangely, what never really gets mentioned is that the Symbioz's suspension is absolutely superb.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
11,000 - 16,300 £
Price
24,400 - 30,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 7.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
111 - 131 g/km
co2
102 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
48 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,100 - 1,297 kg
Curb weight
1,359 - 1,465 kg
Trunk capacity
372 L
Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
Length
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Length
4,413 mm
Width
1,853 mm
Width
1,797 mm
Height
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Height
1,575 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,682 L
Payload
385 - 436 kg
Payload
455 - 459 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, LPG
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
67 - 122 HP
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 - 16.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
95 - 200 Nm
Torque
250 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
49 - 90 kW
Power kW
103 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,789 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
Brand
Dacia
Brand
Renault
What drivetrain options does the Dacia Sandero have?

The Dacia Sandero is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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