Verdict
At RM250,800, the BMW iX1 costs RM58,912 more than the RM191,888 Renault Koleos, but it brings 204 hp, 250 Nm, a 66.5-kWh battery and 475 km of EV range. Its RM160 annual road tax is also far below the Koleos’ RM830. The Renault counters with a 542-litre boot, full-size spare tyre and five-year/150,000-km warranty, while the BMW has stronger driver assistance and 130-kW DC charging. For a Malaysian buyer with dependable charging, the iX1 justifies the premium; without it, the Koleos is the simpler, cheaper petrol SUV.
Pick the BMW iX1 if you can charge regularly and want 475 km of EV range, 8.6-second 0-100 km/h performance and active safety aids.
Pick the Renault Koleos if you want to spend RM58,912 less, carry more in its 542-litre boot and retain a full-size spare tyre.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX1 RM250,800; Renault Koleos RM191,888.
- Powertrain: BMW iX1 204 hp/250 Nm electric motor; Renault Koleos 171 hp/226 Nm 2.5-litre petrol engine.
- Road tax: BMW iX1 RM160 per year; Renault Koleos RM830 per year.
- Performance: BMW iX1 0-100 km/h in 8.6 seconds; Renault Koleos in 9.5 seconds.
- Cargo space: BMW iX1 490 litres; Renault Koleos 542 litres.
- Top speed: BMW iX1 170 km/h; Renault Koleos 200 km/h.
iX1
- 475 km EV range from a 66.5-kWh battery
- 130-kW DC and 11-kW AC charging
- Blind-spot monitoring, front collision warning and lane-keeping steering correction
- RM58,912 more expensive
- 490-litre boot is 52 litres smaller
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus five years
Koleos
- 542-litre boot and full-size spare tyre
- RM191,888 price and five-year/150,000-km warranty
- 200 km/h top speed
- RM830 annual road tax versus RM160
- 9.5-second 0-100 km/h time is 0.9 seconds slower
- No blind-spot information system, autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM250,800 | RM191,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160✓ | RM830 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 2,488 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 171 hp |
| Torque | — | 226 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 89 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 204 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 250 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 66.5 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 475 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 130 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | X-Tronic CVT |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Jatco |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.6 seconds✓ | 9.5 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 8.1 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 200 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,500 mm | 4,672 mm |
| Width | 1,845 mm | 1,843 mm |
| Height | 1,642 mm | 1,678 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,692 mm | 2,705 mm |
| Weight | 2,085 kg | 1,540 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 60 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 490 litres | 542 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R19 | 225/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/45R19 | 225/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Nexen N Priz RH7 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Korea (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" M Doublespoke 871 Bicolour | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" M Doublespoke 871 Bicolour | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive M Suspension | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Front, front-side, rear | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | 2 on outer rear seats | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Front Collision Warning | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Yes | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Driving Assistant Plus | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED | LED Reflectors |
| Taillamps | LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Electric Seat Adjustment with Memory for Driver | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60/40 split | 60:40 Split-folding with one-touch operation |
| Front Air-con | Dual Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | Front 12V, Qi Wireless charging tray | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot |
| Interior Lighting | Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (5 colours) |
| Cup Holders | Dual front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Yes | — |
| Audio | BMW Live Cockpit Professional with 10.25" Touchscreen, iDrive Controller, Voice Control, Apple CarPlay and 16-speaker, 464W Harman Kardon Sound System | 8.7" R-LINK 2 Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 3D sound by Arkamys, 8 speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Yes | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go function | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Electric | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes with 360 view | Yes |
| Auto Parking | Parking Assistant Plus | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 5 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | Add RM13,430 for 5 year warranty and service package, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | — |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used iX1 & Koleos for sale
iX1 vs Koleos FAQ
Is the BMW iX1 or Renault Koleos better?
The BMW iX1 is better for regular EV charging, lower RM160 road tax and driver assistance features. The Renault Koleos is better for a lower purchase price, a 542-litre boot, full-size spare tyre and five-year warranty.
What is the price difference?
The BMW iX1 costs RM250,800 and the Renault Koleos costs RM191,888, so the BMW is RM58,912 dearer.
Which is faster, the BMW iX1 or Renault Koleos?
The BMW iX1 reaches 100 km/h in 8.6 seconds, beating the Renault Koleos’ 9.5 seconds by 0.9 seconds. The Koleos has the higher top speed, at 200 km/h against 170 km/h.