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Peugeot 408 vs Renault Symbioz comparison

Compare performance (240 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (35,100 £ vs 24,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 408 or Renault Symbioz?

Peugeot 408 vs Renault Symbioz: Key differences

Peugeot 408

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Renault Symbioz

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • a bit lighter
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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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Renault Symbioz is clearly cheaper – starting at 24,700 £ , while the Peugeot 408 costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,432 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 408 uses 2.6 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Renault Symbioz with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 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 Peugeot 408 offers noticeably more power – delivering 240 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 82 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 408 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 7.2 s, while the Renault Symbioz takes 9.1 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 408 delivers visibly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 95 Nm more.

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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 terms of curb weight, Renault Symbioz is a bit lighter – 1,359 kg compared to 1,544 kg. The difference is around 185 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Symbioz carries very slightly more – 459 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 3 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 408 is decisively 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 £35,100
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Peugeot 408

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 145 - 240 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.6 - 5 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 79 - 456 km
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Peugeot 408

The Peugeot 408 blends a coupe-like roofline with practical sensibility, delivering striking looks and a surprisingly airy, premium-feeling cabin. On the road it prefers comfort and poise over manic thrills, making it a smart, stylish choice for buyers who want something a bit different from the usual family hatchback.

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Reviews Peugeot 408

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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Klaudia
15 Jan 2026, 19:46:29

This is one of the most beautiful cars of our time, in an era when every brand churns out cookie‑cutter models — as long as they look like an SUV. It's comfortable, incredibly spacious, picks up nicely on the road and always makes a great impression everywhere ;)

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Renault Symbioz

The Renault Symbioz is a forward-looking concept car that imagines a seamless link between vehicle and home, pairing a lounge-like cabin with striking, futuristic styling. More idea than production plan, it showcases Renault's vision for connected, autonomous and sustainable mobility while provoking debate about how we will live and travel.

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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
35,100 - 48,000 £
Price
24,700 - 30,700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
79 - 456 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 114 g/km
co2
102 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,544 - 1,879 kg
Curb weight
1,359 - 1,465 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,797 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
371 - 456 kg
Payload
455 - 459 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 240 HP
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Torque
250 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 176 kW
Power kW
103 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,789 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Renault
What drivetrain options does the Peugeot 408 have?

The Peugeot 408 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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