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Hyundai Kona vs Renault Symbioz - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (218 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (23100 £ vs 24400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Renault Symbioz?

Hyundai Kona

5 (1 Reviews)
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Renault Symbioz

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Kona

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Hyundai Kona has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £ , while the Renault Symbioz costs 24400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1371 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Symbioz manages with 4.50 L and is therefore slight more efficient than the Hyundai Kona with 4.60 L. The difference is about 0.10 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 Hyundai Kona has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 218 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 60 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Kona is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 7.80 s, while the Renault Symbioz takes 9.10 s. That’s about 1.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Hyundai Kona performs somewhat better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Renault Symbioz tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

Both models offer the same torque – 265 Nm.

Kona

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 curb weight, Renault Symbioz is minimal lighter – 1359 kg compared to 1370 kg. The difference is around 11 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Symbioz offers to a small extent more room – 576 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 110 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Symbioz performs distinct better – up to 1682 L, which is about 382 L more than the Hyundai Kona.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Kona slight takes the win – 490 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 31 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Hyundai Kona shows itself to be wins the duel decisively 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 £23,100
Kona

Hyundai Kona

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 218 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.6 - 7 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.6 - 16.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 377 - 514 km
Hyundai Kona
Renault Symbioz

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Hyundai Kona

5 (1 Reviews)
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The Hyundai Kona wears its personality on the outside with bold styling and sprightly handling that turns city driving into something a little more fun than a commute. It blends practical space, modern tech and sensible running costs into a compact, stylish package — a smart pick if you want flair without paying luxury prices.

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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 Kona
Renault Symbioz

Costs and Consumption

Price
23100 - 41600 £
Price
24400 - 30700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
377 - 514 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
1.3 - 65.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 163 g/km
co2
102 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
38 - 47 L
Fuel tank capacity
48 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1370 - 1773 kg
Curb weight
1359 - 1465 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
Length
4350 - 4385 mm
Length
4413 mm
Width
1825 mm
Width
1797 mm
Height
1580 - 1585 mm
Height
1575 mm
Max trunk capacity
1300 L
Max trunk capacity
1682 L
Payload
420 - 490 kg
Payload
455 - 459 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 218 HP
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11 s
Max Speed
162 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
250 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 160 kW
Power kW
103 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1789 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Renault
Is the Hyundai Kona offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-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.