VS

Renault Symbioz vs MG MG3 comparison

Compare performance (158 HP vs 194 HP), boot space and price (24,700 £ vs 15,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Symbioz or MG MG3?

Renault Symbioz vs MG MG3: Key differences

Renault Symbioz

4.8 (5 Reviews)
rate
  • significantly more trunk space
details

MG MG3

5 (1 Reviews)
rate
  • substantially cheaper
  • moderately more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
details

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

Symbioz

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

MG MG3 is substantially cheaper – starting at 15,400 £ , while the Renault Symbioz costs 24,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,265 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the MG MG3 uses 4.4 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Renault Symbioz with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

MG3

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the MG MG3 offers moderately more power – delivering 194 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 36 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MG MG3 is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Renault Symbioz takes 9.1 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Symbioz delivers clearly more torque with 265 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 117 Nm more.

Symbioz

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, MG MG3 is barely lighter – 1,237 kg compared to 1,359 kg. The difference is around 122 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Symbioz offers significantly more boot space – 576 L compared to 293 L. That’s a difference of about 283 L.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Symbioz carries barely more – 459 kg compared to 448 kg. That’s a difference of about 11 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MG MG3 sits just ahead overall 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 £15,400
MG3

MG MG3

  • Engine Type Petrol, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 194 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.4 - 6.1 L/100km
details

Frequently compared as well

Renault Austral
Renault Symbioz
VS
The Renault Austral and the Renault Symbioz represent two very different faces of Renault: the Austral is a production compact SUV focused on practicality and comfort, while the Symbioz is a concept show car that explores radical design and future technologies. Comparing them helps buyers choose …
Renault Captur
Renault Symbioz
VS
Captur and Symbioz showcase two very different Renault directions: Captur is a practical compact crossover focused on everyday comfort, economy and usability, while Symbioz is a forward‑looking concept exploring electric power, autonomous driving and living‑space ideas. This short comparison will …
Renault Symbioz
MG MG3

Costs and Consumption
View detailed analysis

Engine and Performance
View detailed analysis

Dimensions and Body
View detailed analysis

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.

details
R-DAM_1579937
R-DAM_1580039
R-DAM_1579964

Reviews Renault Symbioz

4.8 (5 Reviews)
rate
PF
19 Feb 2026, 11:56:45

A delightful hybrid (family car). Roomy, quick (combined nearly 150 hp) and safe.

How do you mainly use this car? (optional): Family car
Efficiency / Consumption & Range
Comfort & Interior
Driving Fun / Performance
Technology & Infotainment
Safety
Practicality / Trunk & Everyday Use
Value for Money
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.

MG MG3

The MG3 is a cheeky city hatch that pairs bold, youthful styling with sprightly handling for drivers who want personality on a budget. Its cabin is bright and cleverly packaged, offering sensible space and a fun-to-drive character that turns mundane commutes into something a bit more enjoyable.

details
KV-1-1
Left-Back-30°-1
Front-Row-Space-1
Trunk-3

Reviews MG MG3

5 (1 Reviews)
rate
Giorgio catacchio
20 Sept 2025, 00:08:28

I've owned the MG3 Hybrid for a year — I travel a lot, never a dull moment; comes fully loaded as standard, incredible acceleration, etc.

Frequently compared as well

MG MG3
MG ZS
VS
Choosing between the compact MG3 hatchback and the larger MG ZS crossover comes down to whether you prioritise city-friendly agility and low running costs or interior space and practicality. This comparison covers driving character, equipment, fuel economy and ownership costs to help you pick the …
Renault Symbioz
Dacia Bigster
VS
In a straight fight between Renault’s dreamy Symbioz and Dacia’s pragmatic Bigster, the Symbioz seduces with living‑room luxury and sci‑fi tech while the Bigster scores on honest space, rugged bones and a price tag you can actually imagine. If you want a show‑stopping concept that imagines the …
Ford Kuga
Renault Symbioz
VS
The Ford Kuga is the sensible compact SUV — roomy, practical and built for real-world family duties rather than showpieces, making it an easy buy if you need reliability and space. The Renault Symbioz, by contrast, is a swooping, tech-heavy concept car: brilliant to admire and full of futuristic …
MG MG3
Opel Corsa
VS
Choosing between the MG3 and the Opel Corsa means weighing a budget-friendly, quirky small hatch against a more refined, mainstream rival with stronger dealer support. Which suits you will come down to priorities like build quality, driving refinement, fuel economy and after-sales service.
Hyundai Kona
Renault Symbioz
VS
The Hyundai Kona and the Renault Symbioz represent two very different visions of mobility: the Kona is a compact, practical crossover you can buy today, while the Symbioz is Renault’s futuristic concept car showcasing autonomous, connected electric technologies. If you want an affordable, …
Peugeot 3008
Renault Symbioz
VS
The Peugeot 3008 and the Renault Symbioz represent two very different takes on modern motoring: the 3008 is a production compact SUV known for its practicality and refined interior, while the Symbioz is Renault’s forward‑looking concept showcasing electric, autonomous and connected technologies. …
Renault Arkana
Renault Symbioz
VS
Here’s a straightforward comparison between the Renault Arkana and the Renault Symbioz to help you decide which fits your needs. The Arkana is a production compact crossover focused on practicality and hybrid efficiency, while the Symbioz is Renault’s forward-looking electric concept showcasing …
Renault Symbioz
Mitsubishi Grandis
VS
The Renault Symbioz is pure auto theater — a futuristic, electric concept that showcases bold ideas about autonomous driving and cabin-as-living-room luxury rather than everyday practicality. The Mitsubishi Grandis, by contrast, is a dependable, no‑nonsense people‑carrier: roomy, affordable and …
Renault Symbioz
MG MG3

Costs and Consumption
Price
24,700 - 31,100 £
Price
15,400 - 21,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
102 - 136 g/km
co2
100 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,359 - 1,465 kg
Curb weight
1,237 - 1,285 kg
Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
Trunk capacity
293 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,797 mm
Width
1,797 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 - 459 kg
Payload
373 - 448 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Power HP
116 - 194 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 265 Nm
Torque
148 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
103 - 116 kW
Power kW
85 - 143 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,789 cm3
Engine capacity
1,490 - 1,495 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
Brand
Renault
Brand
MG
What drive types are available for the Renault Symbioz?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

DriveDuel uses data analysis and artificial intelligence to evaluate vehicle data and create content. Content is regularly reviewed and improved. The displayed prices are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted to the respective country’s VAT. Country-specific registration taxes are not included. This information is not legally binding.