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Renault Symbioz vs Skoda Octavia Combi – Which car suits you better?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Symbioz or Skoda Octavia Combi?

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.

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.

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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 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.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Skoda Octavia Combi is barely noticeable lighter – 1366 kg compared to 1436 kg. The difference is around 70 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 clearly perceptible takes the win – 534 kg compared to 379 kg. That’s a difference of about 155 kg.

Who wins the race?

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.

from about £24,400
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Skoda Octavia Combi

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.4 - 6.9 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 Octavia Combi

The Skoda Octavia Wagon impresses with its spacious interior, offering ample room for both passengers and luggage. It maintains a sleek and modern design, making it a stylish choice for families and professionals alike. The vehicle boasts an efficient engine range, providing a smooth and responsive driving experience.

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Skoda Octavia Combi
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Costs and Consumption

Price
24400 - 30700 £
Price
24400 - 42300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.9 L
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
102 - 134 g/km
co2
113 - 157 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
48 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1436 - 1544 kg
Curb weight
1366 - 1534 kg
Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
Trunk capacity
640 L
Length
4413 mm
Length
4698 - 4709 mm
Width
1797 mm
Width
1829 mm
Height
1575 mm
Height
1455 - 1468 mm
Max trunk capacity
1582 - 1682 L
Max trunk capacity
1700 L
Payload
376 - 379 kg
Payload
471 - 534 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Power HP
116 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
203 - 250 km/h
Torque
250 - 265 Nm
Torque
220 - 370 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
103 - 116 kW
Power kW
85 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
1333 - 1789 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, C
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.