Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Astra or Renault Symbioz?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Renault Symbioz has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24400 £, while the Vauxhall Astra costs 25200 £. That’s a price difference of around 763 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Vauxhall Astra manages with 2.20 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Renault Symbioz with 4.50 L. The difference is about 2.30 L per 100 km.
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 Vauxhall Astra has a distinct edge – offering 225 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 67 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Astra is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the Renault Symbioz takes 9.10 s. That’s about 1.60 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Astra performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 235 km/h, while the Renault Symbioz tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 55 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Astra pulls distinct stronger with 360 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 95 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Vauxhall Astra is minimal lighter – 1341 kg compared to 1359 kg. The difference is around 18 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Renault Symbioz offers distinct more room – 576 L compared to 422 L. That’s a difference of about 154 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Renault Symbioz performs evident better – up to 1682 L, which is about 343 L more than the Vauxhall Astra.
When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Astra hardly perceptible takes the win – 509 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.
The Vauxhall Astra proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Vauxhall Astra is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
The Opel Astra strikes a neat balance between everyday practicality and engaging handling, so the daily grind suddenly feels a bit less dull. Inside it's intelligently packaged with modern kit and comfortable seating, making it a very sensible pick for buyers who want a dependable hatchback that doesn't take itself too seriously.
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
25200 - 40500 £
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Price
24400 - 30700 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 6 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.40 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
82 - 419 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
51 kWh
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 135 g/km
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co2
102 - 136 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
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Fuel tank capacity
48 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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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
1341 - 1736 kg
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Curb weight
1359 - 1544 kg
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Trunk capacity
352 - 422 L
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Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
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Length
4374 mm
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Length
4413 mm
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Width
1860 mm
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Width
1797 mm
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Height
1432 - 1488 mm
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Height
1575 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1268 - 1339 L
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Max trunk capacity
1582 - 1682 L
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Payload
414 - 509 kg
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Payload
376 - 459 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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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, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction 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
130 - 225 HP
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Power HP
140 - 158 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 10.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11 s
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Max Speed
170 - 235 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
230 - 360 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
96 - 165 kW
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Power kW
103 - 116 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1789 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
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Brand
Vauxhall
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Brand
Renault
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Available configurations include 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.