Verdict
At RM191,888, the Renault Koleos costs RM3,888 more than the RM188,000 Suzuki eVitara, yet these are very different answers to SUV use. The Koleos is 397 mm longer and carries 542 litres of luggage against 306 litres, with rear air vents and dual-zone climate control to suit family trips. The eVitara is the quicker car at 8.7 seconds to 100 km/h, adds blind-spot monitoring, autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control, and its 426 km EV range comes with RM120 annual road tax rather than RM830. Charging access and boot needs should decide it.
Pick the Renault Koleos if you need the 542-litre boot, a larger 4,672-mm body and rear air vents for regular family travel.
Pick the Suzuki eVitara if you can charge an EV and want 426 km of range, more active safety kit and far lower annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: Renault Koleos RM191,888; Suzuki eVitara RM188,000.
- Road tax per year: Renault Koleos RM830; Suzuki eVitara RM120.
- Acceleration, 0-100 km/h: Renault Koleos 9.5 seconds; Suzuki eVitara 8.7 seconds.
- Boot space: Renault Koleos 542 litres; Suzuki eVitara 306 litres.
- Length: Renault Koleos 4,672 mm; Suzuki eVitara 4,275 mm.
- Powertrain: Renault Koleos 2,488-cc petrol engine with 171 hp; Suzuki eVitara single motor with 172 hp and 61.1-kWh battery.
Koleos
- 542-litre boot
- 397 mm longer body
- Dual-zone climate control with rear vents
- Slower 0-100 km/h time: 9.5 seconds versus 8.7 seconds
- No blind-spot monitoring, autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist
- RM830 annual road tax versus RM120
eVitara
- 426 km EV range
- Blind-spot monitoring, autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control
- Seven airbags and an 8-year/160,000-km battery warranty
- 306-litre boot versus 542 litres
- No rear air vents and single-zone climate control
- Tyre repair kit instead of a full-size spare tyre
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM191,888 | RM188,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM830 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 2,488 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 171 hp at 6,000 rpm | — |
| Torque | 226 Nm at 4,400 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore × Stroke | 89 mm × 100 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 172 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 193 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 61.1 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 426 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 7 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 67 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | X-Tronic CVT | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Jatco | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.5 seconds | 8.7 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 8.1 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h✓ | 150 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,672 mm | 4,275 mm |
| Width | 1,843 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,678 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,705 mm | 2,700 mm |
| Weight | 1,540 kg | 1,788 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 542 litres✓ | 306 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/60R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/60R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Nexen N Priz RH7 | MRF Wanderer Ecotred |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Korea (CBU) | India (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-links |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, 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 | 5 three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two outer rear passenger seats | Available for 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 | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| 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, 4-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with one-touch operation | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | — |
| Sunroof | — | Front Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (5 colours) | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 8.7" R-LINK 2 Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 3D sound by Arkamys, 8 speakers | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Infinity Sound System |
| 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 Push Button |
| 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 | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| 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 | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 5-year/100,000 km BEV Components Warranty, 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 Koleos & eVitara for sale
Koleos vs eVitara FAQ
Is the Renault Koleos or Suzuki eVitara better?
The eVitara is better for an EV buyer with charging access, active safety priorities and lower road tax. The Koleos is better for carrying people and luggage, with a 542-litre boot, rear vents and a substantially longer body.
What is the price difference?
The Suzuki eVitara costs RM188,000 and the Renault Koleos costs RM191,888, so the eVitara is RM3,888 cheaper.
How far can the Suzuki eVitara travel and how quickly can it charge?
The eVitara has a claimed 426 km EV range from its 61.1-kWh battery. It supports AC charging at 7 kW and DC charging at up to 67 kW.
