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DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Renault Symbioz - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (130 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (34000 £ vs 24400 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or Renault Symbioz?

DS Automobiles DS 4

Renault Symbioz

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Renault Symbioz has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24400 £, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 costs 34000 £. That’s a price difference of around 9549 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Symbioz manages with 4.50 L and is therefore a bit more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 4 with 5.20 L. The difference is about 0.70 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Renault Symbioz has a to a small extent edge – offering 158 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 28 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Symbioz is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 9.10 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.90 s. That’s about 1.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the DS Automobiles DS 4 performs somewhat better – reaching 203 km/h, while the Renault Symbioz tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 23 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: DS Automobiles DS 4 pulls slightly stronger with 300 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 35 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

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In curb weight, Renault Symbioz is a bit lighter – 1359 kg compared to 1558 kg. The difference is around 199 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Symbioz offers noticeable more room – 576 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 146 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Symbioz performs noticeable better – up to 1682 L, which is about 442 L more than the DS Automobiles DS 4.

When it comes to payload, Renault Symbioz barely noticeable takes the win – 459 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 17 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

from about £24,400
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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
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DS Automobiles DS 4

The DS 4 is a striking compact that wears couture-inspired styling like a tailored suit, and its cabin feels more boutique hotel than ordinary hatchback with premium materials and clever detailing. On the road it mixes poise with comfort, rewarding drivers who want a refined, characterful alternative to the usual suspects — and enjoy the odd admiring glance at the lights.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
34000 - 41700 £
Price
24400 - 30700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.20 L
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
137 g/km
co2
102 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
53 L
Fuel tank capacity
48 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1558 kg
Curb weight
1359 - 1544 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
Length
4400 mm
Length
4413 mm
Width
1830 mm
Width
1797 mm
Height
1470 mm
Height
1575 mm
Max trunk capacity
1240 L
Max trunk capacity
1582 - 1682 L
Payload
442 kg
Payload
376 - 459 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
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
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.90 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11 s
Max Speed
203 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
250 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
103 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1499 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1789 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Renault

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Is the DS Automobiles DS 4 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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