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Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs Renault Symbioz comparison

Compare performance (229 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (43,300 £ vs 24,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai IONIQ 5 or Renault Symbioz?

Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs Renault Symbioz: Key differences

Hyundai IONIQ 5

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Renault Symbioz

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • barely 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

IONIQ 5

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Renault Symbioz is substantially cheaper – starting at 24,700 £ , while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 costs 43,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,643 £.

Symbioz

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 Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers markedly more power – delivering 229 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 71 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the Renault Symbioz takes 9.1 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai IONIQ 5 delivers markedly more torque with 350 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 85 Nm more.

IONIQ 5

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Symbioz is clearly lighter – 1,359 kg compared to 1,955 kg. The difference is around 596 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Symbioz offers barely more boot space – 576 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 56 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 carries slightly more – 530 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 71 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 holds a decisive overall lead 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 £43,300
IONIQ 5

Hyundai IONIQ 5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 229 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.6 - 16 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 440 - 570 km
Hyundai IONIQ 5
Renault Symbioz

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Hyundai IONIQ 5

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 looks like a spaceship that moved into suburbia, pairing bold retro‑futuristic styling with a roomy, cleverly laid-out cabin that makes long trips surprisingly comfortable. Its electric character delivers instant, silky acceleration and low running costs, making it a smart, slightly cheeky pick for buyers who want tech, practicality and personality without the drama.

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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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Hyundai IONIQ 5
Renault Symbioz

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,300 - 46,100 £
Price
24,700 - 30,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 16 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
440 - 570 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
102 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,955 - 2,060 kg
Curb weight
1,359 - 1,465 kg
Trunk capacity
520 L
Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,797 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
515 - 530 kg
Payload
455 - 459 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 229 HP
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 8.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
350 Nm
Torque
250 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
125 - 168 kW
Power kW
103 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,789 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Renault
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