Renault Symbioz News

This hybrid small SUV is now $4000 cheaper in Australia. The Renault Symbioz mild hybrid grade is available from $35,990, drive-away, making it significantly cheaper than its initial retail price of $36,990, before on-road costs. Conventional hybrid variants of the Symbioz have also received a price cut, with the base grade starting from $41,990, drive-away, compared to $42,990, before on-road costs. This prices the Symbioz sharply compared to the Hyundai Kona Hybrid ($39,990) and the incoming hybrid-only Kia Seltos ($39,990), both on drive-away pricing. The deal on the Symbioz will last until December 31, 2026. The Symbioz went on sale in July 2026 and tackles the highly-competitive small SUV segment. It also provides competition for the Toyota Corolla Cross ($37,440, before on-road costs) as well as the Nissan Qashqai e-Power ($45,850), and will soon rival the next-generation Kia Seltos. These pricing deals could give the European-built Symbioz an edge over its more established competitors in Australia. Conventional hybrid power in the Symbioz is still $6000 more expensive than the mild hybrid variant. “We know Australians are doing it tough at the moment and we want to be part of the solution,” General Manager of Renault Australia Glen Sealey said. “The new Renault Symbioz is able to deliver genuine fuel savings at a time when there is significant pressure on petrol prices. “With this offer we are giving Australians an opportunity to buy a fuel-saving hybrid car with European design, handling and practicality in one of the most hotly contested segments of the new-car market.” The front-wheel-drive-only Symbioz is available with mild hybrid or conventional hybrid power. The mild hybrid uses a 1.3-litre four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine, making 104kW and 245Nm. The conventional hybrid is powered by a 1.8-litre four-cylinder naturally-aspirated petrol engine and electric motor, combining to produce 116kW and 265Nm. Inside, there is a 10.4-inch central touchscreen and 10.25-inch digital driver display, along with a wireless phone charger. 

A new small hybrid SUV from Europe has just been priced in Australia and it could give the established pack something to worry about. The Renault Symbioz will start from $36,990 (before on-road costs) for the mild hybrid, with the cheapest plug-less hybrid starting from $42,990, when it arrives in dealerships in July.  This means it is roughly $5000 more than a comparative Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid ($37,440) and Hyundai Kona Hybrid ($36,950).  The mild hybrid Symbioz is powered by a 1.3-litre four-cylinder petrol engine, producing 104kW and 245Nm.  Self-charging hybrid variants of the Symbioz have a 1.8-litre four-cylinder petrol engine and single electric motor, boosting performance to 116kW and 265Nm.  This set-up provides superior fuel efficiency and less emissions, with its system prioritising electric motor power up to 60km/h.  Renault said driving range on the plug-less hybrid can be as much as 1000km, according to WLTP standards.  The car comes as standard with 18-inch alloy wheels, which are upgraded to 19-inch with the range-topping grade.  The interior features a 10.25-inch digital driver display and 10.4-inch central touchscreen, with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto standard.  The Symbioz is due in showrooms from July, with orders getting underway before the end of June.  2027 Renault Symbioz pricing Australia   2027 Renault Symbioz engine and efficiency   2027 Renault Symbioz standard features   Other standard features include:  Wireless phone charger Built-in Google navigation and services Rear tinted privacy glass Rain-sensing wipers Frameless rearview mirror Heated steering wheel Auto air conditioning Heated and power-folding side mirrors Auto headlights Esprit Alpine grade adds Power tailgate with hands-free opening Heated front seats Electrically adjustable front seats Premium nine-speaker Harmon Kardon sound system Alloy pedal covers 19-inch alloy wheels Chrome window frames Steering wheel with red, while and blue stitching Performance seats The Renault Symbioz can be optioned with a panoramic sunroof for $2000.  2027 Renault Symbioz safety The Renault Symbioz has not been crashed tested. Standard safety features:  Six airbags Lane keep assist Lane change warning Driver attention camera Traffic sign recognition Auto emergency braking Door exit warning Rear cross-traffic alert Adaptive cruise control Rearview camera Front, rear and side parking sensors  Esprit Alpine grade adds 360-degree camera Hands-free parking  2027 Renault Symbioz dimensions   2027 Renault Symbioz warranty and servicing The Renault Symbioz comes with a five-year/unlimited-kilometre warranty, with the high voltage battery of plug-less hybrid variants eligible for an eight-year/unlimited-kilometre warranty.  Service intervals occur every 12 months or 30,000km, whichever occurs first.