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Hyundai Nexo vs Renault Symbioz comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (59,900 £ vs 24,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Nexo or Renault Symbioz?

Hyundai Nexo vs Renault Symbioz: Key differences

Hyundai Nexo

  • clearly more power
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
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Renault Symbioz

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably lighter
  • moderately 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

Nexo

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Renault Symbioz is considerably cheaper – starting at 24,700 £ , while the Hyundai Nexo costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 35,229 £.

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 Nexo offers clearly more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 46 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Nexo is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 7.8 s, while the Renault Symbioz takes 9.1 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

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

Nexo

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

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

Looking at boot space, the Renault Symbioz offers moderately more boot space – 576 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 66 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Nexo carries barely more – 485 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 26 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Symbioz has only a minor advantage 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 £24,700
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/100km
Hyundai Nexo
Renault Symbioz

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Hyundai Nexo

Hyundai Nexo looks like a quietly futuristic family car, gliding along with whisper-quiet refinement and a cabin that keeps long commutes pleasant. As a hydrogen-powered cruiser it delivers genuinely clean driving and a practical, slightly exotic alternative for buyers who want something clever without the fuss.

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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 Nexo
Renault Symbioz

Costs and Consumption

Price
59,900 - 66,500 £
Price
24,700 - 30,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
102 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,955 kg
Curb weight
1,359 - 1,465 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,797 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
485 kg
Payload
455 - 459 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Hydrogen
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
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 Nm
Torque
250 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
103 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,789 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Renault
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