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Kia Sorento vs Renault Symbioz comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (47,300 £ vs 24,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or Renault Symbioz?

Kia Sorento vs Renault Symbioz: Key differences

Kia Sorento

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit more trunk space
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Renault Symbioz

4.8 (5 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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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

Sorento

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Renault Symbioz is significantly cheaper – starting at 24,700 £ , while the Kia Sorento costs 47,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,620 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Sorento uses 3.9 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Renault Symbioz with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.

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 Kia Sorento offers considerably more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 130 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Sorento is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Renault Symbioz takes 9.1 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Sorento delivers visibly more torque with 440 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 175 Nm more.

Sorento

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.

Seats: Kia Sorento offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Symbioz is clearly lighter – 1,359 kg compared to 1,855 kg. The difference is around 496 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers a bit more boot space – 705 L compared to 576 L. That’s a difference of about 129 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Sorento carries clearly more – 685 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 226 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia Sorento is clearly superior overall 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 £47,300
Sorento

Kia Sorento

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 194 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.9 - 7 L/100km
  • Electric Range 55 km
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The Kia Sorento blends roomy practicality with smart tech and an unexpectedly composed highway manner, making it an easy choice for families who want comfort without fuss. It presents classy interior touches and sensible packaging at a realistic price, proving you don't need to shout to be noticed in the SUV crowd.

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Reviews Kia Sorento

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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myšák2025
20 May 2026, 09:46:15

Only Kia.....to me better in every way than Hyundai

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4.8 (5 Reviews)
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PF
19 Feb 2026, 11:56:45

A delightful hybrid (family car). Roomy, quick (combined nearly 150 hp) and safe.

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Michael
5 Dec 2025, 23:17:28

I've been driving the Symbioz Full Hybrid with the iconic trim for 3,500 km. I test-drove both cars. I think the win goes to the Symbioz. Good quality at a family-friendly price. Unfortunately the Opel is simply too expensive. Strangely, what never really gets mentioned is that the Symbioz's suspension is absolutely superb.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
47,300 - 60,500 £
Price
24,700 - 31,100 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
55 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
87 - 174 g/km
co2
102 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
Curb weight
1,359 - 1,465 kg
Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,797 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
162 - 685 kg
Payload
455 - 459 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic 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
194 - 288 HP
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
380 - 440 Nm
Torque
250 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
142 - 212 kW
Power kW
103 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,789 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
Brand
Kia
Brand
Renault
What drive types are available for the Kia Sorento?

The Kia Sorento is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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