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Renault Austral vs Lynk & Co 01 – Which car suits you better?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Austral or Lynk & Co 01?

Renault Austral

5 (2 Reviews)
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Lynk & Co 01

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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Renault Austral has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29700 £, while the Lynk & Co 01 costs 36900 £. That’s a price difference of around 7110 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Lynk & Co 01 manages with 0.90 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Renault Austral with 4.80 L. The difference is about 3.90 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 Lynk & Co 01 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 276 HP compared to 200 HP. That’s roughly 76 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lynk & Co 01 is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7.70 s, while the Renault Austral takes 8.40 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Lynk & Co 01 performs slight better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Renault Austral tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Lynk & Co 01 pulls convincingly stronger with 535 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 265 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Renault Austral is evident lighter – 1539 kg compared to 1935 kg. The difference is around 396 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Austral offers somewhat more room – 555 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 89 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Austral performs noticeable better – up to 1761 L, which is about 548 L more than the Lynk & Co 01.

When it comes to payload, Renault Austral to a small extent takes the win – 477 kg compared to 415 kg. That’s a difference of about 62 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Lynk & Co 01 proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Lynk & Co 01 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Renault Austral
Lynk & Co 01

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from about £36,900
01 @ Lynk & Co / Geely Auto Group

Lynk & Co 01

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 276 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.90 L
  • Electric Range : 75 km

Renault Austral

5 (2 Reviews)
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The Renault Austral dresses the family SUV in elegant modern looks and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that feels thoughtful and livable. It balances comfort and clever technology with a relaxed road presence—an appealing choice for buyers who want style and everyday sense without fuss.

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Lynk & Co 01

5 (1 Reviews)
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The Lynk & Co 01 marries bold, contemporary styling with a roomy, well-appointed cabin, striking a rare balance between fashionable flair and everyday practicality. With intuitive tech, flexible ownership ideas and a playful driving character, it’s the kind of crossover that turns heads at the lights and keeps owners grinning on the commute.

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Renault Austral
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01 @ Lynk & Co / Geely Auto Group

Costs and Consumption

Price
29700 - 37800 £
Price
36900 - 40300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 6.5 L
Consumption L/100km
0.90 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
75 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
109 - 148 g/km
co2
20 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1539 - 1613 kg
Curb weight
1935 kg
Trunk capacity
527 - 555 L
Trunk capacity
466 L
Length
4533 mm
Length
4545 mm
Width
1825 mm
Width
1860 mm
Height
1645 mm
Height
1694 mm
Max trunk capacity
1736 - 1761 L
Max trunk capacity
1213 L
Payload
464 - 477 kg
Payload
415 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
158 - 200 HP
Power HP
276 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.70 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
270 Nm
Torque
535 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
116 - 147 kW
Power kW
206 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1332 cm3
Engine capacity
1499 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Renault
Brand
Lynk & Co
What drivetrain options does the Renault Austral have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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