Verdict
The MINI Aceman is the more city-sized choice at 4,076 mm long, and its 215 hp, 330 Nm electric motor cuts the 0-100 km/h run to 7.1 seconds. Its 54.2 kWh battery is rated for 406 km, with 11 kW AC and 95 kW DC charging. The Renault Koleos is 596 mm longer and brings a far more useful 542-litre boot against 300 litres, plus a 60-litre petrol tank for buyers who cannot charge routinely. The Koleos is slower at 9.5 seconds, but its 200 km/h top speed exceeds the MINI’s 170 km/h.
Pick the MINI Aceman if you can charge an EV and want 215 hp, 330 Nm performance, 406 km range and active safety systems in a shorter SUV.
Pick the Renault Koleos if you need C-segment space, a 542-litre boot, a full-size spare tyre and petrol refuelling without charging planning.
Key differences
- Price: MINI Aceman RM213,888; Renault Koleos RM191,888.
- Powertrain: Aceman has a 215 hp/330 Nm electric motor; Koleos has a 171 hp/226 Nm 2.5-litre petrol engine.
- Acceleration: Aceman reaches 100 km/h in 7.1 seconds; Koleos takes 9.5 seconds.
- Length and boot: Aceman is 4,076 mm with 300 litres; Koleos is 4,672 mm with 542 litres.
- Warranty: Aceman has two years/unlimited mileage plus an eight-year/160,000 km battery warranty; Koleos has five years/150,000 km.
- Top speed: Aceman is rated at 170 km/h; Koleos reaches 200 km/h.
Aceman
- 215 hp and 330 Nm deliver a 7.1-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 406 km EV range, 11 kW AC charging and 95 kW DC charging.
- Blind-spot information, autonomous braking, 360-degree camera and auto parking.
- 300-litre boot is 242 litres smaller than the Koleos'.
- Two-year manufacturer warranty is three years shorter than the Koleos' five-year cover.
- No rear air-con vents or front and rear parking sensors.
Koleos
- 542-litre boot and 2,705 mm wheelbase suit family-duty better.
- Five-year/150,000 km manufacturer warranty and a full-size spare tyre.
- Rear air-con vents, six front and six rear parking sensors, plus front foglamps.
- 171 hp and 226 Nm trail the Aceman's 215 hp and 330 Nm, with a 9.5-second 0-100 km/h time.
- No blind-spot information, autonomous braking, collision warning or auto parking.
- At 4,672 mm long, it is 596 mm longer than the Aceman.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM213,888 | RM191,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM200✓ | RM830 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 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 | 215 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 330 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 54.2 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 406 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 95 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 | 7.1 seconds✓ | 9.5 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 8.1 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 200 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,076 mm | 4,672 mm |
| Width | 1,754 mm | 1,843 mm |
| Height | 1,515 mm | 1,678 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,606 mm | 2,705 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,540 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 60 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 300 litres | 542 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/40R19 | 225/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/40R19 | 225/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Assurance ComfortTred | Nexen N Priz RH7 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Korea (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Hexagram Alloy Wheels | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Hexagram Alloy Wheels | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point belts | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger Seat | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Reflectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory and Massage Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with one-touch operation |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (5 colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 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 and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Flip Switch | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control (Requires Subscription) | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Tailgate | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree View Monitor | Yes |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| 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 | 4 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | Repair Inclusive extendable up to 5 years, 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.
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Aceman vs Koleos FAQ
Is the MINI Aceman or Renault Koleos better?
The Aceman is better for EV driving, faster acceleration and active safety assistance. The Koleos is better for luggage space, rear-seat practicality and buyers who need petrol refuelling rather than charging.
What is the price difference?
The MINI Aceman costs RM22,000 more than the Renault Koleos. That gap buys EV hardware, a 215 hp motor, 406 km rated range, a 360-degree camera and active safety features absent from the Koleos.
Which one is more practical for family use?
The Renault Koleos is the clearer family choice: its 542-litre boot is 242 litres larger, it has rear air-con vents, a 2,705 mm wheelbase and a full-size spare tyre. Both have five seats and 60:40 split-folding rear seats.