Compare performance (252 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (46900 £ vs 24400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or Renault Symbioz?
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 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24400 £ , while the Kia Sorento costs 46900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22449 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Sorento manages with 1.60 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Renault Symbioz with 4.50 L. The difference is about 2.90 L per 100 km.
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 Kia Sorento has a evident edge – offering 252 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 94 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Sorento is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 8.80 s, while the Renault Symbioz takes 9.10 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Kia Sorento performs barely noticeable better – reaching 183 km/h, while the Renault Symbioz tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Kia Sorento pulls noticeable stronger with 440 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 175 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Kia Sorento offers distinct more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Renault Symbioz is clearly perceptible lighter – 1359 kg compared to 1855 kg. The difference is around 496 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia Sorento offers slightly more room – 705 L compared to 576 L. That’s a difference of about 129 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Kia Sorento performs slightly better – up to 2077 L, which is about 395 L more than the Renault Symbioz.
When it comes to payload, Kia Sorento evident takes the win – 685 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 226 kg.
The Kia Sorento proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Kia Sorento is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
46900 - 59300 £
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Price
24400 - 30700 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 7 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
55 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
37 - 174 g/km
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co2
102 - 136 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
47 L
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Fuel tank capacity
48 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5 - 7
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1855 - 2105 kg
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Curb weight
1359 - 1465 kg
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Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
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Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
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Length
4810 - 4815 mm
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Length
4413 mm
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Width
1900 mm
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Width
1797 mm
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Height
1695 mm
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Height
1575 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1988 - 2077 L
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Max trunk capacity
1682 L
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Payload
162 - 685 kg
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Payload
455 - 459 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid, Diesel
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
194 - 252 HP
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Power HP
140 - 158 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11 s
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Max Speed
183 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
367 - 440 Nm
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Torque
250 - 265 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
142 - 185 kW
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Power kW
103 - 116 kW
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Engine capacity
1598 - 2151 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1789 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Renault
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The Kia Sorento is available as All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.