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Skoda Karoq vs Renault Symbioz comparison

Compare performance (190 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 24,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Karoq or Renault Symbioz?

Skoda Karoq vs Renault Symbioz: Key differences

Skoda Karoq

4.4 (4 Reviews)
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  • moderately more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Renault Symbioz

4.8 (5 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • barely lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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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

Karoq

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 somewhat cheaper – starting at 24,700 £ , while the Skoda Karoq costs 29,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,397 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Symbioz uses 4.5 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Skoda Karoq with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.

Symbioz

Engine and Performance:

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 Skoda Karoq offers moderately more power – delivering 190 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 32 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Karoq is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Renault Symbioz takes 9.1 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Karoq delivers visibly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 95 Nm more.

Karoq

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 barely lighter – 1,359 kg compared to 1,380 kg. The difference is around 21 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Symbioz offers marginally more boot space – 576 L compared to 521 L. That’s a difference of about 55 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Karoq carries a bit more – 549 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Karoq comes out clearly ahead 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 £29,100
Karoq

Skoda Karoq

  • Engine Type Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 115 - 190 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 7.6 L/100km
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Skoda Karoq

Skoda Karoq is a smartly packaged compact SUV that balances practical family-friendly space with composed handling, making daily drives feel easy and assured. Its straightforward design, roomy cabin with clever storage solutions, and sensible equipment make it a strong choice for buyers seeking value and versatility without fuss.

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Reviews Skoda Karoq

4.4 (4 Reviews)
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Mark
21 Jun 2026, 16:12:37

Very comfortable touring car. The fit and finish are high-quality, practical and well thought-out. Very good driver-assistance systems. In the Sportline trim, the seats are super comfortable with plenty of room for all passengers. Large boot and easily foldable rear seatbacks to expand it. The suspension is tuned for comfort and overall very well balanced. The 150 hp engine runs well and on the highway at 130 km/h is fairly economical (6.3–6.5 liters). In city driving it needs more, however. The automatic shifts flawlessly. We are very satisfied with our Karoq.

How do you mainly use this car? (optional): Family car
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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.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,100 - 41,700 £
Price
24,700 - 31,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
128 - 173 g/km
co2
102 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,380 - 1,655 kg
Curb weight
1,359 - 1,465 kg
Trunk capacity
521 L
Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,841 mm
Width
1,797 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
456 - 549 kg
Payload
455 - 459 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 190 HP
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Torque
250 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 140 kW
Power kW
103 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,789 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
Brand
Skoda
Brand
Renault
What drivetrain options does the Skoda Karoq have?

The Skoda Karoq is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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