Renault Koleos vs Tesla Model Y
Verdict
At RM191,888 against RM195,450, the Renault Koleos is only RM3,562 cheaper, so this is not a straight price fight. The Koleos gives familiar petrol use, a 2.5-litre naturally aspirated engine with 171 hp/226 Nm, a 60-litre tank and a longer 5-year/150,000 km warranty. The Tesla Model Y is much quicker at 5.9 seconds to 100 km/h versus 9.5, has 466 km EV range, a far larger 854-litre boot and RM305 road tax. But it is wider and heavier.
Pick the Renault Koleos if you want a petrol SUV with the longer 5-year/150,000 km manufacturer warranty, full-size spare tyre and easier 1,843 mm width.
Pick the Tesla Model Y if you can charge at home or work and want the quicker, roomier EV with 466 km range and stronger driver-assist kit.
Key differences
- Price: Renault Koleos RM191,888; Tesla Model Y RM195,450
- Powertrain: Renault Koleos 2,488 cc petrol engine, 171 hp and 226 Nm; Tesla Model Y single electric motor with 466 km EV range
- 0-100 km/h: Renault Koleos 9.5 seconds; Tesla Model Y 5.9 seconds
- Boot space: Renault Koleos 542 litres; Tesla Model Y 854 litres
- Size: Renault Koleos 4,672 mm long and 1,843 mm wide; Tesla Model Y 4,790 mm long and 2,129 mm wide
- Road tax: Renault Koleos RM830 per year; Tesla Model Y RM305 per year
Koleos
- Lower price by RM3,562
- Longer manufacturer warranty at 5 years/150,000 km
- Full-size spare tyre and 6 front plus 6 rear parking sensors
- Much slower to 100 km/h: 9.5 seconds versus 5.9 seconds
- Smaller boot: 542 litres versus 854 litres
- Lacks autonomous braking, blind spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control
Model Y
- Quicker acceleration at 5.9 seconds to 100 km/h
- Bigger 854-litre boot and longer 2,891 mm wheelbase
- Gets autonomous braking, blind spot monitoring, lane-keeping steering correction and adaptive cruise control
- Costs RM3,562 more
- Much wider at 2,129 mm versus 1,843 mm
- Shorter basic warranty at 4 years/80,000 km, although the battery and drive unit get 8 years/160,000 km
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 191,888✓ | RM 195,450 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | — |
| Capacity | 2,488 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 171 hp | — |
| Torque | 226 Nm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 89 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| EV Range | — | 466 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | — | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | — | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 175 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 | 5.9 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 8.1 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 201 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,672 mm | 4,790 mm |
| Width | 1,843 mm | 2,129 mm |
| Height | 1,678 mm | 1,624 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,705 mm | 2,891 mm |
| Weight | 1,540 kg | 1,921 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 542 litres | 854 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/60R18 | 255/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/60R18 | 255/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | — |
| Factory Tyres | Nexen N Priz RH7 | Hankook Ventus S1 Evo 3 EV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Korea (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" Crossflow Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" Crossflow Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Disc | Ventilated 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 Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| 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 Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflectors | Adaptive LED Projectors with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED with LED Lighter |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats, Heated & Ventilated |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with one-touch operation | 40:20:40 Split-Folding, Heated |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with HEPA Air Filter |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents with Rear Screen |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot | 1 Front, 4 Front USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (5 colours) | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 8.7" R-LINK 2 Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 3D sound by Arkamys, 8 speakers | 15.4" Touchscreen with Navigation, Bluetooth and 9 Speakers |
| 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 to Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 80,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year/160,000 km Battery and Drive Unit Warranty, No fixed service schedule (condition-based maintenance) |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 830 | RM 305✓ |
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.
Koleos vs Model Y FAQ
Is the Renault Koleos or Tesla Model Y better?
The Tesla Model Y is the stronger all-rounder on numbers: quicker, larger-booted and better equipped for driver assistance. Choose the Renault Koleos if you prefer petrol refuelling, a narrower body and a longer basic warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Renault Koleos costs RM191,888, while the Tesla Model Y costs RM195,450. The Tesla is RM3,562 more expensive.
Which has more boot space?
The Tesla Model Y has the larger boot at 854 litres. The Renault Koleos has 542 litres, so the Tesla gives an extra 312 litres for luggage.