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Fiat 500 vs Renault Symbioz - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (118 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (17100 £ vs 24400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 or Renault Symbioz?

Fiat 500

Renault Symbioz

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

500

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.

Fiat 500 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17100 £ , while the Renault Symbioz costs 24400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7294 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Symbioz manages with 4.50 L and is therefore slightly more efficient than the Fiat 500 with 5.20 L. The difference is about 0.70 L per 100 km.

Symbioz

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 evident edge – offering 158 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 40 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Fiat 500 is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 9 s, while the Renault Symbioz takes 9.10 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Renault Symbioz performs slightly better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Fiat 500 tops out at 155 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Renault Symbioz pulls somewhat stronger with 265 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 45 Nm difference.

500

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Renault Symbioz offers somewhat more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Fiat 500 is clearly perceptible lighter – 1130 kg compared to 1359 kg. The difference is around 229 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Symbioz offers decisively more room – 576 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 391 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Symbioz performs convincingly better – up to 1682 L, which is about 1132 L more than the Fiat 500.

When it comes to payload, Renault Symbioz clearly perceptible takes the win – 459 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 134 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Renault Symbioz 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 £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
Fiat 500
Renault Symbioz

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Fiat 500

The Fiat 500 is a cheeky, retro‑styled city car that turns heads with its iconic looks and playful personality. Perfect for weaving through tight streets and easing into tiny parking spots, it’s aimed at buyers who want style and character more than grand touring prowess.

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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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Fiat 500
Renault Symbioz

Costs and Consumption

Price
17100 - 30800 £
Price
24400 - 30700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
190 - 331 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
21.3 - 37.3 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 121 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
4
Seats
5
Doors
3 - 4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1130 - 1475 kg
Curb weight
1359 - 1465 kg
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
Length
3631 - 3632 mm
Length
4413 mm
Width
1683 - 1684 mm
Width
1797 mm
Height
1527 - 1532 mm
Height
1575 mm
Max trunk capacity
440 - 550 L
Max trunk capacity
1682 L
Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
455 - 459 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11 s
Max Speed
135 - 155 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Torque
250 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
103 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1789 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Renault
What drivetrain options does the Fiat 500 have?

The Fiat 500 is offered with Front-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.