Compare performance (180 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (23100 £ vs 24400 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia XCeed or Renault Symbioz?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Kia XCeed 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 1294 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Symbioz manages with 4.50 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Kia XCeed with 6.40 L. The difference is about 1.90 L per 100 km.
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 XCeed has a to a small extent edge – offering 180 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 22 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia XCeed is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 8.50 s, while the Renault Symbioz takes 9.10 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Kia XCeed 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.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Kia XCeed is hardly perceptible lighter – 1351 kg compared to 1359 kg. The difference is around 8 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Renault Symbioz offers evident more room – 576 L compared to 426 L. That’s a difference of about 150 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Renault Symbioz performs to a small extent better – up to 1682 L, which is about 304 L more than the Kia XCeed.
When it comes to payload, Kia XCeed barely noticeable takes the win – 479 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.
Overall, the Renault Symbioz shows itself to be is largely superior 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.
Kia XCeed blends hatchback agility with a coupe-like stance, wrapping practical space in a handsome, modern package that punches above its class in style. It’s an easygoing everyday companion — comfy, well-equipped and priced to make sensible buyers smile — with just enough spark to keep weekend drives interesting.
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.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
23100 - 33000 £
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Price
24400 - 30700 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.4 - 6.8 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
-
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
144 - 155 g/km
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co2
102 - 136 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 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
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1351 - 1419 kg
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Curb weight
1359 - 1465 kg
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Trunk capacity
426 L
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Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
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Length
4395 mm
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Length
4413 mm
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Width
1826 mm
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Width
1797 mm
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Height
1483 - 1495 mm
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Height
1575 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1378 L
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Max trunk capacity
1682 L
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Payload
471 - 479 kg
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Payload
455 - 459 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 180 HP
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Power HP
140 - 158 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 11.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11 s
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Max Speed
182 - 210 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
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Torque
250 - 265 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
85 - 132 kW
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Power kW
103 - 116 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1789 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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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 XCeed is available as Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.