Verdict
At RM191,888, the Renault Koleos costs RM6,112 less and brings a much larger 542-litre boot, versus 306 litres in the Toyota Urban Cruiser. Its 2.5-litre petrol engine makes 171 hp and 226 Nm, but the Urban Cruiser’s 172-hp electric motor reaches 100 km/h in 8.7 seconds, 0.8 seconds ahead. The Toyota also has 426 km of stated EV range, seven airbags and a fuller driver-assistance suite. Choose the Koleos for cabin and luggage space; choose the Urban Cruiser for EV driving and lower RM120 annual road tax against RM830.
Pick the Renault Koleos if you need the 542-litre boot, rear air vents and a larger C-segment SUV for RM6,112 less.
Pick the Toyota Urban Cruiser if you want a 61.1-kWh EV with 426 km of stated range, 8.7-second acceleration and adaptive cruise control.
Key differences
- Price: Renault Koleos RM191,888; Toyota Urban Cruiser RM198,000.
- Boot space: Renault Koleos 542 litres; Toyota Urban Cruiser 306 litres.
- 0-100 km/h: Renault Koleos 9.5 seconds; Toyota Urban Cruiser 8.7 seconds.
- Annual road tax: Renault Koleos RM830; Toyota Urban Cruiser RM120.
- Length: Renault Koleos 4,672 mm; Toyota Urban Cruiser 4,285 mm.
- Airbags: Renault Koleos six; Toyota Urban Cruiser seven.
Koleos
- RM6,112 lower purchase price.
- 542-litre boot, 236 litres larger.
- Dual-zone climate control with rear air vents.
- RM830 annual road tax versus RM120.
- 9.5-second 0-100 km/h time versus 8.7 seconds.
- No blind-spot monitoring, pre-collision braking or adaptive cruise control.
Urban Cruiser
- 61.1-kWh battery with 426 km of stated range.
- 172-hp motor and 8.7-second 0-100 km/h sprint.
- Seven airbags, blind-spot monitoring and pre-collision braking.
- RM6,112 higher purchase price.
- 306-litre boot versus 542 litres.
- No rear air vents, versus the Koleos' rear vents.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM191,888✓ | RM198,000 |
| 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 | 4,285 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 | N/A, 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-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| 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, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflectors | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with one-touch operation | 40:20:40 Split-folding & Sliding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| 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, 9-speaker JBL 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 | Manual Operation |
| 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 | — | 8-Year/Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Battery, Inverter and PCU |
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 & Urban Cruiser for sale
Koleos vs Urban Cruiser FAQ
Is the Renault Koleos or Toyota Urban Cruiser better?
The Urban Cruiser is better for EV range, quicker acceleration and driver-assistance equipment. The Koleos is better if luggage capacity and a larger 4,672-mm body matter, with its 542-litre boot versus 306 litres.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Urban Cruiser costs RM198,000, which is RM6,112 more than the Renault Koleos at RM191,888.
How do their powertrains differ?
The Koleos uses a 2,488-cc naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 171 hp and 226 Nm with a CVT. The Urban Cruiser uses a 172-hp, 193-Nm electric motor, 61.1-kWh battery and single-ratio automatic.
