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Kia Ceed vs Renault Symbioz - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (140 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (23500 £ vs 24400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Ceed or Renault Symbioz?

Kia Ceed

Renault Symbioz

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

Ceed

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.

Kia Ceed has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23500 £ , while the Renault Symbioz costs 24400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 951 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Symbioz manages with 4.50 L and is therefore distinct more efficient than the Kia Ceed with 6 L. The difference is about 1.50 L per 100 km.

Symbioz

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

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 slight quicker – completing the sprint in 9.10 s, while the Kia Ceed takes 9.50 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

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

Ceed

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 curb weight, Kia Ceed is barely noticeable lighter – 1298 kg compared to 1359 kg. The difference is around 61 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Symbioz offers noticeable more room – 576 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 181 L.

When it comes to payload, Kia Ceed barely noticeable takes the win – 490 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 31 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Symbioz sits well ahead of its rival 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.

Kia Ceed
Renault Symbioz

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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

Kia Ceed

The Kia Ceed is a sensible, stylish hatchback that gives buyers more than they'd expect for the money, blending practical space with crisp, modern looks. It drives with measured confidence and comes loaded with user-friendly kit, so you can enjoy daily life behind the wheel without breaking into a sweat.

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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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Kia Ceed
Renault Symbioz

Costs and Consumption

Price
23500 - 26300 £
Price
24400 - 30700 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
137 - 146 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
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1298 - 1372 kg
Curb weight
1359 - 1465 kg
Trunk capacity
357 - 395 L
Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
Length
-
Length
4413 mm
Width
1800 mm
Width
1797 mm
Height
-
Height
1575 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1682 L
Payload
478 - 490 kg
Payload
455 - 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
9.5 - 13.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11 s
Max Speed
-
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
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
Brand
Kia
Brand
Renault
What drivetrain options does the Kia Ceed have?

The Kia Ceed is available as 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.