Compare performance (158 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (24400 £ vs 24400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Symbioz or Skoda Octavia Combi?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Skoda Octavia Combi has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24400 £ , while the Renault Symbioz costs 24400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Octavia Combi manages with 4.40 L and is therefore barely noticeable more efficient than the Renault Symbioz with 4.50 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.
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 Skoda Octavia Combi has a decisively edge – offering 265 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 107 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Octavia Combi is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 6.50 s, while the Renault Symbioz takes 9.10 s. That’s about 2.60 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Skoda Octavia Combi performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Renault Symbioz tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Octavia Combi pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 370 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 105 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Renault Symbioz is barely noticeable lighter – 1359 kg compared to 1366 kg. The difference is around 7 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers minimal more room – 640 L compared to 576 L. That’s a difference of about 64 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Octavia Combi performs barely noticeable better – up to 1700 L, which is about 18 L more than the Renault Symbioz.
When it comes to payload, Skoda Octavia Combi to a small extent takes the win – 534 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.
The Skoda Octavia Combi proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Skoda Octavia Combi is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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 Octavia Combi is the sensible family wagon that somehow turns grocery runs and long trips into a pleasant, unshowy experience — spacious, practical and built like it prefers reliability over flash. With smart touches, clever storage and a cabin that feels grown-up rather than frugal, it’s an easy recommendation for buyers who want maximum utility without sacrificing comfort or style.
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Price
24400 - 30700 £
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Price
24400 - 42300 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.9 L
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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
113 - 157 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
48 L
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Estate
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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
1359 - 1465 kg
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Curb weight
1366 - 1553 kg
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Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
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Trunk capacity
640 L
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Length
4413 mm
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Length
4698 - 4709 mm
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Width
1797 mm
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Width
1829 mm
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Height
1575 mm
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Height
1455 - 1468 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1682 L
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Max trunk capacity
1700 L
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Payload
455 - 459 kg
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Payload
471 - 534 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, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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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
116 - 265 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.7 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
203 - 250 km/h
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Torque
250 - 265 Nm
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Torque
220 - 370 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
103 - 116 kW
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Power kW
85 - 195 kW
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1789 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, C
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Brand
Renault
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Brand
Skoda
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The Renault Symbioz is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.