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Hyundai i30 Wagon vs Renault Symbioz - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (140 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (24800 £ vs 24400 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 Wagon or Renault Symbioz?

Hyundai i30 Wagon

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 barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24400 £, while the Hyundai i30 Wagon costs 24800 £. That’s a price difference of around 420 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Symbioz manages with 4.50 L and is therefore distinct more efficient than the Hyundai i30 Wagon with 5.70 L. The difference is about 1.20 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 Renault Symbioz has a to a small extent edge – offering 158 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 18 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Symbioz is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 9.10 s, while the Hyundai i30 Wagon takes 9.80 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Hyundai i30 Wagon performs minimal better – reaching 197 km/h, while the Renault Symbioz tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 17 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Renault Symbioz pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 265 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 12 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Hyundai i30 Wagon is slight lighter – 1316 kg compared to 1359 kg. The difference is around 43 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai i30 Wagon offers minimal more room – 602 L compared to 576 L. That’s a difference of about 26 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Symbioz performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1682 L, which is about 32 L more than the Hyundai i30 Wagon.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai i30 Wagon a bit takes the win – 524 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 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
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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
Hyundai i30 Wagon
Renault Symbioz

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Hyundai i30 Wagon

The Hyundai i30 Wagon is a practical family hauler that pairs roomy, sensible packaging with clean, modern lines and a surprisingly composed chassis. Comfortable, well-equipped and priced to make rivals sweat, it quietly ticks the boxes for daily life and weekend escapes while still managing a little grin on twisty roads.

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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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Hyundai i30 Wagon
Renault Symbioz
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Costs and Consumption

Price
24800 - 30100 £
Price
24400 - 30700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6 L
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
130 - 136 g/km
co2
102 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
48 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1316 - 1461 kg
Curb weight
1359 - 1544 kg
Trunk capacity
602 L
Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
Length
4585 mm
Length
4413 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1797 mm
Height
1475 mm
Height
1575 mm
Max trunk capacity
1650 L
Max trunk capacity
1582 - 1682 L
Payload
439 - 524 kg
Payload
376 - 459 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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
100 - 140 HP
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.8 - 13.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11 s
Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Torque
250 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Power kW
103 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1789 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Renault
What drivetrain options does the Hyundai i30 Wagon have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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