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Vauxhall Frontera vs Renault Symbioz - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (145 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (20500 £ vs 24400 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Frontera or Renault Symbioz?

Vauxhall Frontera

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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Renault Symbioz

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Vauxhall Frontera has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20500 £, while the Renault Symbioz costs 24400 £. That’s a price difference of around 3943 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Symbioz manages with 4.50 L and is therefore slightly more efficient than the Vauxhall Frontera with 5.20 L. The difference is about 0.70 L per 100 km.

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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 Renault Symbioz has a barely noticeable edge – offering 158 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 13 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Frontera is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 9 s, while the Renault Symbioz takes 9.10 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Frontera performs barely noticeable better – reaching 194 km/h, while the Renault Symbioz tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 14 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Renault Symbioz pulls slightly stronger with 265 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 35 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.

Seats: Vauxhall Frontera offers noticeable more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Vauxhall Frontera is hardly perceptible lighter – 1344 kg compared to 1359 kg. The difference is around 15 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Symbioz offers distinct more room – 576 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 116 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Symbioz performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1682 L, which is about 82 L more than the Vauxhall Frontera.

When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Frontera evident takes the win – 644 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 185 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Vauxhall Frontera shows itself to be secures victory with a clear margin 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.

from about £20,500
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Vauxhall Frontera

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 110 - 145 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.20 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.8 - 18.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 305 - 408 km
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Vauxhall Frontera

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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The Opel Frontera wears its rugged, go-anywhere intentions proudly, serving up a simple, no-nonsense package that feels as comfortable off the beaten track as it does at the supermarket. It won’t set hearts racing with glamour, but its honest practicality and rugged charm make it a smart pick for buyers who prefer substance over style.

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Renault Symbioz

5 (1 Reviews)
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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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4.3 (2 Reviews)
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Reviews Renault Symbioz

5 (1 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
20500 - 30000 £
Price
24400 - 30700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.20 L
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 18.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
305 - 408 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 119 g/km
co2
102 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
48 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1344 - 1610 kg
Curb weight
1359 - 1544 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
Length
4385 mm
Length
4413 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1797 mm
Height
1635 mm
Height
1575 mm
Max trunk capacity
1600 L
Max trunk capacity
1582 - 1682 L
Payload
436 - 644 kg
Payload
376 - 459 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 145 HP
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 14.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11 s
Max Speed
143 - 194 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
250 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
81 - 107 kW
Power kW
103 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1789 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Renault

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What drive types are available for the Vauxhall Frontera?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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