Verdict
At RM169,388 against RM191,888, the Peugeot 3008 asks RM22,500 less yet is the sharper numbers car: 8.9 seconds to 100 km/h, 7.0 L/100 km and RM120 road tax beat the Koleos’ 9.5 seconds, 8.1 L/100 km and RM830. It also has more boot space, 591 litres versus 542 litres, plus lane-keeping and blind spot monitoring. The Renault answers with a larger body, 60-litre tank, multi-link rear suspension, full-size spare and a 150,000 km warranty limit. For most buyers, the Peugeot makes the stronger on-paper case.
Pick the Peugeot 3008 if you want the lower price, quicker acceleration, lower fuel use, cheaper road tax and more listed driver assistance.
Pick the Renault Koleos if you prefer a larger-bodied CBU SUV with a bigger fuel tank, full-size spare, multi-link rear suspension and longer mileage warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Peugeot 3008 RM169,388; Renault Koleos RM191,888
- Engine: Peugeot 3008 1,598 cc turbo with 240 Nm; Renault Koleos 2,488 cc naturally aspirated with 226 Nm
- Performance: Peugeot 3008 0-100 km/h in 8.9 seconds; Renault Koleos 9.5 seconds
- Fuel use and road tax: Peugeot 3008 7.0 L/100 km and RM120/year; Renault Koleos 8.1 L/100 km and RM830/year
- Boot and tank: Peugeot 3008 591 litres boot and 53 litres tank; Renault Koleos 542 litres boot and 60 litres tank
- Warranty mileage: Peugeot 3008 5 years/100,000 km; Renault Koleos 5 years/150,000 km
3008
- RM22,500 cheaper to buy
- Quicker and more economical on paper
- Gets blind spot monitoring, lane-keeping assist, panoramic roof, hands-free powered boot and Qi wireless charging
- Shorter warranty mileage limit: 100,000 km versus 150,000 km
- Smaller fuel tank: 53 litres versus 60 litres
- Space-saver spare instead of a full-size spare
Koleos
- Larger outside, at 4,672 mm long and 1,678 mm tall
- Bigger 60-litre fuel tank and full-size spare tyre
- Longer 150,000 km warranty mileage limit, plus multi-link rear suspension
- Costs RM22,500 more
- Slower to 100 km/h and thirstier on the rated cycle
- Lacks listed blind spot monitoring, lane-keeping assist, panoramic roof and hands-free powered tailgate
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 169,388✓ | RM 191,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,598 cc | 2,488 cc |
| Horsepower | 165 hp | 171 hp✓ |
| Torque | 240 Nm✓ | 226 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | 10 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | EAT6 | X-Tronic CVT |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | Jatco |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.9 seconds✓ | 9.5 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 7 L/100 km✓ | 8.1 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 205 km/h✓ | 200 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,510 mm | 4,672 mm |
| Width | 1,850 mm | 1,843 mm |
| Height | 1,628 mm | 1,678 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,730 mm | 2,705 mm |
| Weight | 1,492 kg | 1,540 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 53 litres | 60 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 591 litres✓ | 542 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R18 | 225/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R18 | 225/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Continental CrossContact LX2 | Nexen N Priz RH7 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Korea (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Disc | Solid Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on two outer rear passenger seats | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Headlamps | LED Reflectors |
| Taillamps | LED with Sequential Indicators | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with 6-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat | 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 Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot | 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 | 10" Touchscreen with Arkamys 6 Speakers | 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 Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Entry | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with hands-free function | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Qi Wireless Charging Tray | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 150,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 120✓ | RM 830 |
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.
3008 vs Koleos FAQ
Is the Peugeot 3008 or Renault Koleos better?
The Peugeot 3008 is the better on-paper buy for most Malaysian buyers: it is cheaper, quicker, more economical, has lower road tax and gets more listed driver assistance. The Renault Koleos suits buyers who prioritise size, tank range, a full-size spare and warranty mileage.
What is the price difference?
The Peugeot 3008 costs RM169,388, while the Renault Koleos costs RM191,888. That makes the Renault RM22,500 more expensive before factoring in annual road tax, which is RM830 for the Koleos versus RM120 for the 3008.
Which SUV has the bigger boot and fuel tank?
The Peugeot 3008 has the bigger boot at 591 litres versus 542 litres in the Renault Koleos. The Koleos has the bigger fuel tank, at 60 litres against the Peugeot’s 53 litres.