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Mazda 3 Sedan vs Renault Symbioz comparison

Compare performance (186 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (25,000 £ vs 24,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 3 Sedan or Renault Symbioz?

Mazda 3 Sedan vs Renault Symbioz: Key differences

Mazda 3 Sedan

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • a bit more power
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
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Renault Symbioz

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • very slightly lighter
  • visibly 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

3 Sedan

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.

Renault Symbioz is barely cheaper – starting at 24,400 £ , while the Mazda 3 Sedan costs 25,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 549 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Symbioz uses 4.5 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Mazda 3 Sedan with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.

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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 Mazda 3 Sedan offers a bit more power – delivering 186 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 28 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 3 Sedan is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 8.1 s, while the Renault Symbioz takes 9.1 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Symbioz delivers barely more torque with 265 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 25 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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 terms of curb weight, Renault Symbioz is very slightly lighter – 1,359 kg compared to 1,420 kg. The difference is around 61 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Symbioz offers visibly more boot space – 576 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 126 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda 3 Sedan carries barely more – 481 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 22 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Symbioz is narrowly ahead 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 £24,400
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
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Mazda 3 Sedan

The Mazda 3 Sedan dresses like a compact premium car, with sculpted lines and an interior that punches well above its class. It rewards drivers with eager handling and a composed, comfortable ride that turns routine runs into something a bit more enjoyable — proof that style and substance can share the same key.

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Reviews Mazda 3 Sedan

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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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Reviews Renault Symbioz

4.5 (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
25,000 - 34,200 £
Price
24,400 - 30,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
123 - 135 g/km
co2
102 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
48 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,492 kg
Curb weight
1,359 - 1,465 kg
Trunk capacity
450 L
Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
Length
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Length
4,413 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,797 mm
Height
-
Height
1,575 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,682 L
Payload
467 - 481 kg
Payload
455 - 459 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Torque
250 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Power kW
103 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,789 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Renault
What drivetrain options does the Mazda 3 Sedan have?

The Mazda 3 Sedan is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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