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Peugeot 508 vs Renault Symbioz comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (44,600 £ vs 24,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 508 or Renault Symbioz?

Peugeot 508 vs Renault Symbioz: Key differences

Peugeot 508

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Renault Symbioz

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

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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 is significantly cheaper – starting at 24,400 £ , while the Peugeot 508 costs 44,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,143 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 508 uses 1.6 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Renault Symbioz with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.9 L/100km.

Symbioz

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 508 offers clearly more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 202 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 508 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.2 s, while the Renault Symbioz takes 9.1 s. That’s about 3.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Peugeot 508 is noticeably faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Renault Symbioz tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 508 delivers substantially more torque with 520 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 255 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 clearly lighter – 1,359 kg compared to 1,811 kg. The difference is around 452 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Symbioz offers a bit more boot space – 576 L compared to 487 L. That’s a difference of about 89 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Renault Symbioz offers barely more capacity – up to 1,682 L, about 145 L more than the Peugeot 508.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 508 carries barely more – 469 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 508 holds a decisive overall lead 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 £44,600
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Peugeot 508

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 180 - 360 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.6 - 2 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 46 - 55 km
Peugeot 508
Renault Symbioz

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Peugeot 508

The Peugeot 508 turns heads with a low-slung, almost coupe-like silhouette and a cabin that feels grown-up and surprisingly premium for the money. On the road it balances comfort and poise with a playful edge, making it a convincing choice for buyers who want something stylish and sensible without shouting for attention.

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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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Peugeot 508
Renault Symbioz

Costs and Consumption

Price
44,600 - 60,800 £
Price
24,400 - 30,700 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
46 - 55 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
36 - 45 g/km
co2
102 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
43 L
Fuel tank capacity
48 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,811 - 1,941 kg
Curb weight
1,359 - 1,465 kg
Trunk capacity
487 L
Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
Length
4,750 mm
Length
4,413 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,797 mm
Height
1,403 mm
Height
1,575 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,537 L
Max trunk capacity
1,682 L
Payload
379 - 469 kg
Payload
455 - 459 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
180 - 360 HP
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11 s
Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
360 - 520 Nm
Torque
250 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
133 - 265 kW
Power kW
103 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,789 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Renault
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