Compare performance (158 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (24,400 £ vs 25,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Symbioz or VW Golf?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Renault Symbioz is only slightly cheaper – starting at 24,400 £ , while the VW Golf costs 25,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 767 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Golf uses 1.1 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Renault Symbioz with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 3.4 L/100km.
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 VW Golf offers considerably more power – delivering 333 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 175 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Renault Symbioz takes 9.1 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the VW Golf is noticeably faster – reaching 270 km/h, while the Renault Symbioz tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 90 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Golf delivers markedly more torque with 420 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 155 Nm more.
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, VW Golf is very slightly lighter – 1,307 kg compared to 1,359 kg. The difference is around 52 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Renault Symbioz offers visibly more boot space – 576 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 195 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Renault Symbioz offers markedly more capacity – up to 1,682 L, about 445 L more than the VW Golf.
When it comes to payload, the VW Golf carries only slightly more – 508 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 49 kg.
The VW Golf 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 VW Golf remains the everyman’s favourite — cleverly balanced, composed and just posh enough to feel grown-up without pretending to be something it’s not. It slips through town and eats up longer trips with a refined cabin, practical layout and a kindly, capable character that turns everyday driving into something a little bit special.
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Price
24,400 - 30,700 £
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Price
25,200 - 47,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8.1 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
131 - 143 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
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co2
102 - 136 g/km
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co2
25 - 184 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
48 L
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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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
1,307 - 1,662 kg
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Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
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Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
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Length
4,413 mm
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Length
4,282 - 4,296 mm
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Width
1,797 mm
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Width
1,789 mm
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Height
1,575 mm
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Height
1,454 - 1,483 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,682 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,129 - 1,237 L
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Payload
455 - 459 kg
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Payload
438 - 508 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 MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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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 - 333 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
203 - 270 km/h
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Torque
250 - 265 Nm
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Torque
220 - 420 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 - 245 kW
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,789 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, G, C, B
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Brand
Renault
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Brand
VW
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