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Renault Symbioz vs Nissan Ariya comparison

Compare performance (158 HP vs 435 HP), boot space and price (24,400 £ vs 37,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Symbioz or Nissan Ariya?

Renault Symbioz vs Nissan Ariya: Key differences

Renault Symbioz

5 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • slightly more trunk space

Nissan Ariya

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

Renault Symbioz is substantially cheaper – starting at 24,400 £ , while the Nissan Ariya costs 37,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,849 £.

Ariya

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 Nissan Ariya offers considerably more power – delivering 435 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 277 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Ariya is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the Renault Symbioz takes 9.1 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Nissan Ariya is marginally faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Renault Symbioz tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Ariya delivers significantly more torque with 600 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 335 Nm more.

Symbioz

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 terms of curb weight, Renault Symbioz is clearly lighter – 1,359 kg compared to 1,980 kg. The difference is around 621 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Symbioz offers slightly more boot space – 576 L compared to 468 L. That’s a difference of about 108 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Renault Symbioz offers slightly more capacity – up to 1,682 L, about 332 L more than the Nissan Ariya.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Symbioz carries only slightly more – 459 kg compared to 420 kg. That’s a difference of about 39 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Ariya is clearly superior 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 £37,300
Ariya

Nissan Ariya

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 218 - 435 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.7 - 24.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 402 - 531 km
Renault Symbioz
Nissan Ariya

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Nissan Ariya

The Nissan Ariya wraps futuristic, sculpted styling around a calm, high-tech cabin, making the switch to electric feel surprisingly easy and grown-up. It’s a comfortable, sensible EV that favors everyday usability and clever packaging over headline-grabbing theatrics — ideal for buyers who want an elegant, low-fuss electric car without the ego.

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Renault Symbioz
Nissan Ariya

Costs and Consumption

Price
24,400 - 30,700 £
Price
37,300 - 54,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 24.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
402 - 531 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
63 - 87 kWh
co2
102 - 136 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
48 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,359 - 1,465 kg
Curb weight
1,980 - 2,277 kg
Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
Trunk capacity
415 - 468 L
Length
4,413 mm
Length
4,595 mm
Width
1,797 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
1,575 mm
Height
1,650 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,682 L
Max trunk capacity
1,280 - 1,350 L
Payload
455 - 459 kg
Payload
363 - 420 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Power HP
218 - 435 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 7.6 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
Torque
250 - 265 Nm
Torque
300 - 600 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
103 - 116 kW
Power kW
160 - 320 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,789 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,022 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Renault
Brand
Nissan
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