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Renault Symbioz vs Skoda Karoq – Differences & prices compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Renault Symbioz or Skoda Karoq fits your lifestyle better.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Renault Symbioz has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24400 £, while the Skoda Karoq costs 29100 £. That’s a price difference of around 4654 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Symbioz manages with 4.50 L and is therefore slight more efficient than the Skoda Karoq with 4.90 L. The difference is about 0.40 L per 100 km.

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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 Skoda Karoq has a to a small extent edge – offering 190 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 32 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Karoq is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Renault Symbioz takes 9.10 s. That’s about 2.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Karoq performs slightly better – reaching 221 km/h, while the Renault Symbioz tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 41 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Karoq pulls evident stronger with 360 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 95 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 Symbioz is minimal lighter – 1359 kg compared to 1380 kg. The difference is around 21 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Symbioz offers barely noticeable more room – 576 L compared to 521 L. That’s a difference of about 55 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Symbioz performs slight better – up to 1682 L, which is about 52 L more than the Skoda Karoq.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Karoq somewhat takes the win – 549 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Skoda Karoq proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Skoda Karoq is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £29,100
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Skoda Karoq

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 190 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 7.6 L

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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Skoda Karoq

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The 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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Skoda Karoq
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Costs and Consumption

Price
24400 - 30700 £
Price
29100 - 41700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 7.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
102 - 136 g/km
co2
128 - 173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
48 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1359 - 1544 kg
Curb weight
1380 - 1655 kg
Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
Trunk capacity
521 L
Length
4413 mm
Length
4384 - 4390 mm
Width
1797 mm
Width
1841 mm
Height
1575 mm
Height
1624 - 1629 mm
Max trunk capacity
1582 - 1682 L
Max trunk capacity
1630 L
Payload
376 - 459 kg
Payload
456 - 549 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Power HP
115 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 11.2 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
192 - 221 km/h
Torque
250 - 265 Nm
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
103 - 116 kW
Power kW
85 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1789 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3

General

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

The Renault Symbioz is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.