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Renault Symbioz vs VW Golf Variant comparison
Compare performance (158 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (24,700 £ vs 28,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Symbioz or VW Golf Variant?
Renault Symbioz vs VW Golf Variant: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Symbioz
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Renault Symbioz is moderately cheaper – starting at 24,700 £ , while the VW Golf Variant costs 28,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,162 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Golf Variant uses 4.3 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Renault Symbioz with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.
Golf Variant
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 VW Golf Variant offers clearly more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 46 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf Variant is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the Renault Symbioz takes 9.1 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Golf Variant delivers visibly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 95 Nm more.
Symbioz
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 terms of curb weight, Renault Symbioz is marginally lighter – 1,359 kg compared to 1,366 kg. The difference is around 7 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW Golf Variant offers only slightly more boot space – 611 L compared to 576 L. That’s a difference of about 35 L.
When it comes to payload, the VW Golf Variant carries slightly more – 547 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 88 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The VW Golf Variant holds a decisive overall lead 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 £28,800
VW Golf Variant
Renault Symbioz
VW Golf Variant
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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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VW Golf Variant
The Golf Estate packs Volkswagen's familiar poise into a practical, grown-up estate that quietly makes everyday life easier without shouting for attention. It's clever, comfortable and roomy enough for weekend kit or family chaos, offering smart packaging and refined manners that make it a sensible and surprisingly stylish choice for buyers who need space but don't want a van.
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Renault Symbioz
VW Golf Variant
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
24,700 - 30,700 £
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Price
28,800 - 38,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7 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
-
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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
114 - 159 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,359 - 1,465 kg
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Curb weight
1,366 - 1,551 kg
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Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
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Trunk capacity
611 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,797 mm
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Width
1,789 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
455 - 459 kg
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Payload
509 - 547 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
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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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 - 204 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.5 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
250 - 265 Nm
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Torque
220 - 360 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 - 150 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
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, C
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Brand
Renault
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Brand
VW
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