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Renault Symbioz vs Subaru Crosstrek comparison

Compare performance (158 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (24,700 £ vs 29,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Symbioz or Subaru Crosstrek?

Renault Symbioz vs Subaru Crosstrek: Key differences

Renault Symbioz

4.8 (5 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
  • substantially more trunk space
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Subaru Crosstrek

4.3 (3 Reviews)
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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:

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 clearly cheaper – starting at 24,700 £ , while the Subaru Crosstrek costs 29,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,220 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Symbioz uses 4.5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Subaru Crosstrek with 7.7 L/100km. The difference is about 3.2 L/100km.

Crosstrek

Engine and Performance:

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 Renault Symbioz offers a bit more power – delivering 158 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 22 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Symbioz is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 9.1 s, while the Subaru Crosstrek takes 10.8 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Symbioz delivers noticeably more torque with 265 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 83 Nm more.

Symbioz

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 terms of curb weight, Renault Symbioz is somewhat lighter – 1,359 kg compared to 1,595 kg. The difference is around 236 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Symbioz offers substantially more boot space – 576 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 261 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Crosstrek carries only slightly more – 505 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 46 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Symbioz is clearly superior overall 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 £24,700
Symbioz

Renault Symbioz

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 140 - 158 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.5 - 6 L/100km
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Renault Symbioz

The Renault Symbioz is a forward-looking concept car that imagines a seamless link between vehicle and home, pairing a lounge-like cabin with striking, futuristic styling. More idea than production plan, it showcases Renault's vision for connected, autonomous and sustainable mobility while provoking debate about how we will live and travel.

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Reviews Renault Symbioz

4.8 (5 Reviews)
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PF
19 Feb 2026, 11:56:45

A delightful hybrid (family car). Roomy, quick (combined nearly 150 hp) and safe.

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Michael
5 Dec 2025, 23:17:28

I've been driving the Symbioz Full Hybrid with the iconic trim for 3,500 km. I test-drove both cars. I think the win goes to the Symbioz. Good quality at a family-friendly price. Unfortunately the Opel is simply too expensive. Strangely, what never really gets mentioned is that the Symbioz's suspension is absolutely superb.

Subaru Crosstrek

The Subaru Crosstrek is a compact, go-anywhere crossover that blends rugged good looks with Subaru's familiar all-wheel-drive confidence, so it feels equally at home on backroads and in the supermarket car park. It delivers practical, reliable transport with a comfy ride and sensible features — not the flashiest cabin, but great for buyers who prefer substance over sparkle.

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4.3 (3 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
24,700 - 31,100 £
Price
29,900 - 35,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
102 - 136 g/km
co2
174 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,359 - 1,465 kg
Curb weight
1,595 - 1,628 kg
Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
Trunk capacity
315 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,797 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 - 459 kg
Payload
472 - 505 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 265 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
103 - 116 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,789 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Renault
Brand
Subaru
What drive types are available for the Renault Symbioz?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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