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Renault Symbioz vs Polestar 2 comparison

Compare performance (158 HP vs 476 HP), boot space and price (24,400 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Symbioz or Polestar 2?

Renault Symbioz vs Polestar 2: Key differences

Renault Symbioz

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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Polestar 2

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

Symbioz

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Renault Symbioz is substantially cheaper – starting at 24,400 £ , while the Polestar 2 costs 42,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,563 £.

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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 Polestar 2 offers significantly more power – delivering 476 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 318 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 2 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the Renault Symbioz takes 9.1 s. That’s about 4.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Polestar 2 is slightly faster – reaching 205 km/h, while the Renault Symbioz tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 2 delivers considerably more torque with 740 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 475 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, Renault Symbioz is considerably lighter – 1,359 kg compared to 2,015 kg. The difference is around 656 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Symbioz offers visibly more boot space – 576 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 171 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Renault Symbioz offers visibly more capacity – up to 1,682 L, about 587 L more than the Polestar 2.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Symbioz carries barely more – 459 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 38 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 2 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 £42,000
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Polestar 2

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 476 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 554 - 659 km
Renault Symbioz
Polestar 2

Costs and Consumption

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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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Polestar 2

The Polestar 2 is a crisp, Scandinavian-styled electric liftback that pairs minimalist luxury with a focused, driver's attitude. It feels agile and composed whether you’re commuting or heading out for the weekend, with a tech-forward cabin and enough personality to make everyday driving a bit more fun.

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Renault Symbioz
Polestar 2

Costs and Consumption

Price
24,400 - 30,700 £
Price
42,000 - 57,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
554 - 659 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
78 kWh
co2
102 - 136 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
48 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,359 - 1,465 kg
Curb weight
2,015 - 2,188 kg
Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
4,413 mm
Length
4,606 mm
Width
1,797 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
1,575 mm
Height
1,473 - 1,479 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,682 L
Max trunk capacity
1,095 L
Payload
455 - 459 kg
Payload
375 - 421 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Power HP
272 - 476 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.4 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
205 km/h
Torque
250 - 265 Nm
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
103 - 116 kW
Power kW
200 - 350 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,789 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Renault
Brand
Polestar
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