Summary
The Renault Symbioz is a mid-sized SUV positioned between the smaller Captur and slightly larger Austral in Renault’s line-up.
First arriving in UK showrooms in Summer 2024, the SUV range consists of a mild-hybrid and ‘E-Tech’ petrol-electric hybrid model.
The Symbioz has received generally average scores from the UK motoring media, Ellis Hyde of Auto Express concluding that the Renault is “everything you need a family car to be: comfortable, practical, efficient and well-equipped.”
That said, many reviewers assert that the Symbioz struggles to stand out in a very competitive medium SUV class, as well as Renault’s own crowded SUV model range.
“There are more stylish options on the market”, says Car’s Seth Walton. “Why go for the Symbioz when the bigger and more luxurious Austral exists just up ahead?”
As of July 2025, the Renault Symbioz holds a New Car Expert Rating of B, with a score of 68%. Beyond the car’s average to very good review scores, this score is bolstered by the car’s four-star Euro NCAP safety credentials and better-than-average running cost estimations. However, its new car warranty and media review scores are only middling.
Symbioz highlights
- Handsome exterior styling
- Fuel efficient engine options
- Big boot
- Intuitive infotainment
Symbioz lowlights
- Some hard plastic interior finishes
- Limited rear legroom
- Rather dull driving experience
Key specifications
Body style: Medium SUV
Engines: petrol mild-hybrid, petrol-electric hybrid
Price: From £27,395 on-road
Launched: Summer 2024
Last updated: N/A
Replacement due: TBA
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Safety rating
Independent crash test and safety ratings from Euro NCAP
Adult protection: 73%
Child protection: 80%
Vulnerable road users: 76%
Safety assist: 69%
The Renault Symbioz was awarded a four-star safety rating by Euro NCAP in 2024, falling short of a full five-star assessment. While the SUV’s safety was commended in many areas, Euro NCAP testers note that driver chest protection was weak in the event of a collision.
While the Symbioz is available as a petrol mild-hybrid as standard, this rating only stands for models powered by the ‘E-Tech’ hybrid powertrain.
Eco rating
Independent economy and emissions ratings from Green NCAP
No eco rating
As of July 2025, the Renault Symbioz has not been assessed by Green NCAP.
Running cost rating
Monthly cost of ownership data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by Clear Vehicle Data
| Fuel consumption | Average | Score |
| Hybrid models | 60 mpg | A |
| CO₂ output | Average | Score | Variation | Score |
| Hybrid models | 106 g/km | A |
| Insurance group | Average | Score | Variation | Score |
| All models | 22 | A |
| Service and maintenance | Cost | Score |
| Year 1 | £231 | B |
| Year 2 | £682 | C |
| Year 3 | £1,075 | C |
| Year 4 | £1,254 | B |
| Year 5 | £1,633 | B |
| Overall | £4,875 | B |
The Renault Symbioz is a relatively affordable car to own and run, according to whole-life cost numbers provided exclusively to The Car Expert by our data partner, Clear Vehicle Data.
The hybrid model is fuel efficient, returning 60mpg on average, and the car’s insurance premiums are in a lower bracket.
The car’s estimated servicing and maintenance costs might be more expensive than you would expect – predicted to total nearly £4,900 over the course of the first five years of ownership.
Our data suggests that the Nissan Qashqai would be a few hundred pounds cheaper to maintain over the same period.
Reliability rating
Reliability data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by MotorEasy
No reliability rating
As of July 2025, we don’t have enough reliability data on the Renault Symbioz to generate a reliability rating.
The Car Expert’s reliability information is provided exclusively to us using workshop and extended warranty data from our partner, MotorEasy, sourced from both official dealerships and independent workshops.
As soon as MotorEasy has sufficient data on the Symbioz, we’ll publish the results here.
Warranty rating
New car warranty information for the Renault Symbioz
| New car warranty duration | 3 years |
| New car warranty mileage | 60,000 miles |
| Battery warranty duration | 8 years |
| Battery warranty mileage | 100,000 miles |
Audi’s new car warranty is pretty much the bare minimum offered in the UK, with a duration of three years and a limit of 60,000 miles. Other rivals in the price bracket do better (and in some cases, much better).
In addition to the standard new car warranty, the Symbioz ‘E-Tech’ hybrid has an eight-year/100,000-mile warranty for the battery components, which is why it gets a better score than the standard petrol and diesel models.
If you’re looking to buy a used car that is approaching the end of its warranty period, a used car warranty is usually a worthwhile investment. Check out The Car Expert’s guide to the best used car warranty providers, which will probably be cheaper than a warranty sold by a dealer.
Recalls
Official DVSA safety recalls that have been issued for the Renault Symbioz
As of July 2025, we are not aware of any DVSA vehicle safety recalls affecting the Renault Symbioz. However, this information is updated very regularly so this may have changed.
You can check to see if your car has any outstanding recalls by visiting the DVLA website or contacting your local Renault dealer.
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