Compare performance (158 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (24,400 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Symbioz or Skoda Karoq?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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 moderately cheaper – starting at 24,400 £ , while the Skoda Karoq costs 29,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,654 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Symbioz uses 4.5 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Skoda Karoq with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.
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 Skoda Karoq offers a bit more power – delivering 190 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 32 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Karoq is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Renault Symbioz takes 9.1 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Skoda Karoq is moderately faster – reaching 210 km/h, while the Renault Symbioz tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Karoq delivers noticeably more torque with 360 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 95 Nm more.
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 marginally lighter – 1,359 kg compared to 1,380 kg. The difference is around 21 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Renault Symbioz offers only slightly more boot space – 576 L compared to 521 L. That’s a difference of about 55 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Renault Symbioz offers very slightly more capacity – up to 1,682 L, about 52 L more than the Skoda Karoq.
When it comes to payload, the Skoda Karoq carries moderately more – 549 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.
The Skoda Karoq stands well ahead of its rival 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.
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.
detailsThe Skoda Karoq is a smart, unfussy compact SUV that blends roomy practicality with a pleasantly composed driving character. It won’t turn heads at a car meet, but it will make daily life easier with clever storage, sensible ergonomics and a reassuringly grown-up ride.
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Price
24,400 - 30,700 £
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Price
29,100 - 41,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 7.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
102 - 136 g/km
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co2
128 - 173 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
48 L
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Fuel tank capacity
50 - 55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,359 - 1,465 kg
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Curb weight
1,380 - 1,655 kg
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Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
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Trunk capacity
521 L
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Length
4,413 mm
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Length
4,390 mm
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Width
1,797 mm
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Width
1,841 mm
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Height
1,575 mm
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Height
1,624 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,682 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,630 L
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Payload
455 - 459 kg
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Payload
456 - 549 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
140 - 158 HP
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Power HP
115 - 190 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 11.2 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
192 - 210 km/h
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Torque
250 - 265 Nm
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Torque
200 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
103 - 116 kW
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Power kW
85 - 140 kW
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,789 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
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Brand
Renault
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Brand
Skoda
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