Compare performance (158 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (24400 £ vs 39600 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Symbioz or VW Tayron?
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 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24400 £, while the VW Tayron costs 39600 £. That’s a price difference of around 15184 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tayron manages with 1.50 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Renault Symbioz with 4.50 L. The difference is about 3 L per 100 km.
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 Tayron has a convincingly edge – offering 272 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 114 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tayron is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.10 s, while the Renault Symbioz takes 9.10 s. That’s about 3 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the VW Tayron performs noticeable better – reaching 240 km/h, while the Renault Symbioz tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 60 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW Tayron pulls distinct stronger with 400 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 135 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, Renault Symbioz is evident lighter – 1359 kg compared to 1682 kg. The difference is around 323 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Tayron offers evident more room – 885 L compared to 576 L. That’s a difference of about 309 L.
In maximum load capacity, the VW Tayron performs somewhat better – up to 2090 L, which is about 408 L more than the Renault Symbioz.
When it comes to payload, VW Tayron slightly takes the win – 566 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 107 kg.
Overall, the VW Tayron shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
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
24400 - 30700 £
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Price
39600 - 53300 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.5 L
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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
19.70 kWh
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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
48 L
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L
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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
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1359 - 1465 kg
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Curb weight
1682 - 1948 kg
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Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
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Trunk capacity
705 - 885 L
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Length
4413 mm
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Length
4792 mm
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Width
1797 mm
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Width
1853 - 1866 mm
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Height
1575 mm
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Height
1666 - 1668 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1682 L
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Max trunk capacity
1915 - 2090 L
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Payload
455 - 459 kg
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Payload
489 - 566 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
180 km/h
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Max Speed
204 - 240 km/h
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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
1332 - 1789 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 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
E, F, G, B
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Brand
Renault
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Brand
VW
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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.