Verdict
These two C-segment SUVs split sharply in use. The Koleos is 402 mm longer and carries 542 litres, 131 litres more than the smart #1, so it is the better luggage carrier. But the smart #1’s 268 hp and 343 Nm motor reaches 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds, against 171 hp, 226 Nm and 9.5 seconds for the Renault. Its RM260 annual road tax also undercuts the Koleos’ RM830, while 7.2 kW AC and 150 kW DC charging support its 315 km EV range.
Pick the Renault Koleos if you need the larger 542-litre boot, a 60-litre petrol tank and a five-year vehicle warranty.
Pick the smart #1 if you want stronger 268 hp electric performance, much lower road tax and active safety including front-and-rear autonomous braking.
Key differences
- Price: Renault Koleos RM191,888; smart #1 RM169,000.
- Power: Renault Koleos 171 hp; smart #1 268 hp.
- Torque: Renault Koleos 226 Nm; smart #1 343 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Renault Koleos 9.5 seconds; smart #1 6.7 seconds.
- Length: Renault Koleos 4,672 mm; smart #1 4,270 mm.
- Boot space: Renault Koleos 542 litres; smart #1 411 litres.
Koleos
- 542-litre boot is 131 litres larger
- 60-litre petrol tank avoids charging stops
- Five-year vehicle warranty
- Slower 9.5-second 0-100 km/h time versus 6.7 seconds
- RM830 annual road tax versus RM260
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or lane-keeping assistance
#1
- 268 hp and 343 Nm electric motor
- 150 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L
- Front-and-rear autonomous braking, adaptive cruise control and 360-degree camera
- 411-litre boot is 131 litres smaller
- 180 km/h top speed versus 200 km/h
- Four-year vehicle warranty versus five years
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM191,888 | RM169,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM830 | RM260✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 2,488 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 171 hp | — |
| Torque | 226 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 89 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 268 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 343 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 49 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 315 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 7.2 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 150 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | X-Tronic CVT | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Jatco | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.5 seconds | 6.7 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 8.1 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,672 mm | 4,270 mm |
| Width | 1,843 mm | 1,822 mm |
| Height | 1,678 mm | 1,636 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,705 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 1,540 kg | 1,780 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 542 litres✓ | 411 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/60R18 | 235/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/60R18 | 235/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | — |
| Factory Tyres | Nexen N Priz RH7 | Continental EcoContact 6 Q |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Korea (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" Amps Alloy Wheels |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" Amps Alloy Wheels |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Comfort Suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag |
| 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 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two outer rear passenger seats | Available On Front Passenger Seat, Rear Outer Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, Front and Rear |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Door Opening Warning, Traffic Sign Recognition, Auto High Beam, |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflectors | LED Reflector with Manual Levelling |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | 10-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, Powered Front Passenger's Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with one-touch operation | 60:40 Split-fold with Sliding Adjustment |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot | 1 Front, 3 USB-C, 1 USB-A, Qi Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (5 colours) | Map Lights, 64-colour Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Yes |
| Audio | 8.7" R-LINK 2 Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 3D sound by Arkamys, 8 speakers | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Highway & Traffic Jam Assist |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Yes, Powered |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, With 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year/200,000 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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Koleos vs #1 FAQ
Is the Renault Koleos or smart #1 better?
The smart #1 is better for performance, road-tax cost and driver assistance, with 268 hp, a 6.7-second 0-100 km/h time and front-and-rear autonomous braking. Choose the Koleos for its 542-litre boot and petrol convenience.
What is the price difference?
The Renault Koleos costs RM191,888 and the smart #1 costs RM169,000, so the smart is RM22,888 cheaper.
Which has more luggage space?
The Renault Koleos has the larger boot at 542 litres, compared with 411 litres in the smart #1. That is a 131-litre advantage for the Renault.