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Mercedes GLA vs Renault Symbioz – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Mercedes GLA or Renault Symbioz fits your lifestyle better.

Mercedes GLA

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Renault Symbioz

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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 Mercedes GLA costs 38800 £. That’s a price difference of around 14408 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLA manages with 2.90 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Renault Symbioz with 4.50 L. The difference is about 1.60 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

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 Mercedes GLA has a decisively edge – offering 421 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 263 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLA is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.30 s, while the Renault Symbioz takes 9.10 s. That’s about 4.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLA performs distinct better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Renault Symbioz tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 90 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLA pulls convincingly stronger with 500 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 235 Nm difference.

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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, Renault Symbioz is to a small extent lighter – 1359 kg compared to 1570 kg. The difference is around 211 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Symbioz offers evident more room – 576 L compared to 435 L. That’s a difference of about 141 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Symbioz performs a bit better – up to 1682 L, which is about 252 L more than the Mercedes GLA.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLA minimal takes the win – 500 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 41 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes GLA proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes GLA is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Mercedes GLA
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Mercedes GLA

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 421 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.9 - 9.5 L
  • Electric Range : 74 km

Mercedes GLA

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The Mercedes GLA blends Mercedes style with compact crossover practicality, looking sharper than its size suggests while still feeling purposeful around town. Inside it serves up premium materials and tech-forward ergonomics, and the composed ride makes it an appealing pick for buyers who want luxury wrapped in a city-friendly package with a wink of adventurous spirit.

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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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Costs and Consumption

Price
38800 - 75300 £
Price
24400 - 30700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 9.5 L
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
74 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
66 - 216 g/km
co2
102 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
48 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1570 - 1810 kg
Curb weight
1359 - 1544 kg
Trunk capacity
385 - 435 L
Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
Length
4412 - 4443 mm
Length
4413 mm
Width
1834 - 1849 mm
Width
1797 mm
Height
1590 - 1616 mm
Height
1575 mm
Max trunk capacity
1385 - 1430 L
Max trunk capacity
1582 - 1682 L
Payload
480 - 500 kg
Payload
376 - 459 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
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
116 - 421 HP
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 11 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11 s
Max Speed
190 - 270 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
230 - 500 Nm
Torque
250 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Power kW
103 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1789 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Renault
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes GLA have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-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.

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