Compare performance (158 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (24,700 £ vs 40,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Symbioz or VW Tayron?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Renault Symbioz is clearly cheaper – starting at 24,700 £ , while the VW Tayron costs 40,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,536 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tayron uses 1.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Renault Symbioz with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 3 L/100km.
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 VW Tayron offers significantly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 114 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tayron is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.1 s, while the Renault Symbioz takes 9.1 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Tayron delivers clearly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 135 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Renault Symbioz is clearly lighter – 1,359 kg compared to 1,682 kg. The difference is around 323 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW Tayron offers clearly more boot space – 885 L compared to 576 L. That’s a difference of about 309 L.
When it comes to payload, the VW Tayron carries somewhat more – 573 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 114 kg.
The VW Tayron 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 Tayron is Volkswagen's roomy, no-nonsense SUV that pairs clean, familiar styling with a practical cabin built for families and everyday use. It rides comfortably, packs sensible tech and creature comforts, and feels like the sensible sweater of SUVs for buyers who prefer steady value over headline-grabbing drama.
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Price
24,700 - 30,700 £
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Price
40,200 - 56,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.5 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
116 - 123 km
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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
33 - 192 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
SUV
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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
1,682 - 1,948 kg
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Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
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Trunk capacity
705 - 885 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,797 mm
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Width
1,853 - 1,866 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
489 - 573 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, Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
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
150 - 272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 9.7 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
250 - 400 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
110 - 200 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
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B
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Brand
Renault
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Brand
VW
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