Verdict
At RM191,888, the Renault Koleos is RM7,000 cheaper and gives Malaysian family buyers a far more useful 542-litre boot, against 318 litres in the Volvo EX30. But the RM198,888 EX30 is much quicker, taking 5.3 seconds to 100 km/h versus 9.5 seconds, while its 69 kWh battery delivers a claimed 475 km range. It also cuts annual road tax from RM830 to RM260 and brings stronger driver assistance. Choose the Koleos for space and petrol refuelling; choose the EX30 if home or workplace charging is practical.
Pick the Renault Koleos if you need its 542-litre boot, larger C-segment body and a full-size spare tyre for family trips.
Pick the Volvo EX30 if you can charge regularly and want 268 hp, 475 km of claimed EV range and adaptive cruise control for RM7,000 more.
Key differences
- Price: Renault Koleos RM191,888; Volvo EX30 RM198,888.
- Powertrain: Koleos 2,488 cc petrol engine with 171 hp and 226 Nm; EX30 single electric motor with 268 hp and 343 Nm.
- Acceleration: Koleos 0-100 km/h in 9.5 seconds; EX30 in 5.3 seconds.
- Size and boot: Koleos is 4,672 mm long with 542 litres; EX30 is 4,223 mm long with 318 litres.
- Road tax: Koleos RM830 per year; EX30 RM260 per year.
- Charging and refuelling hardware: Koleos has a 60-litre fuel tank; EX30 has a 69 kWh battery, 11 kW AC and 175 kW DC charging.
Koleos
- 542-litre boot, 224 litres larger than the EX30's.
- Larger 4,672 mm C-segment SUV body.
- Full-size spare tyre and rear air-con vents.
- 171 hp and 226 Nm trail the EX30's 268 hp and 343 Nm.
- 9.5-second 0-100 km/h time is 4.2 seconds behind the EX30.
- No blind-spot monitoring, autonomous braking or adaptive cruise control.
EX30
- 268 hp, 343 Nm and a 5.3-second 0-100 km/h sprint.
- 69 kWh battery with 475 km claimed range, plus 175 kW DC charging.
- Gets blind-spot monitoring, autonomous braking, 360-degree camera and auto parking.
- 318-litre boot is 224 litres smaller than the Koleos'.
- RM7,000 dearer to buy than the Koleos.
- No rear air-con vents and only a tyre repair kit instead of a full-size spare.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM191,888✓ | RM198,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| 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 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 | — | 268 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 343 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 69 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 475 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 175 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.6 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 | 5.3 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 8.1 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,672 mm | 4,223 mm |
| Width | 1,843 mm | 1,837 mm |
| Height | 1,678 mm | 1,555 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,705 mm | 2,650 mm |
| Weight | 1,540 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 542 litres✓ | 318 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/60R18 | 24545R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/60R18 | 245/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Nexen N Priz RH7 | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Korea (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" 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 | Electric 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 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflectors | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with one-touch operation | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | — |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C 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 |
| Audio | 8.7" R-LINK 2 Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 3D sound by Arkamys, 8 speakers | 12.3" Touchscreen with Google Services Built-in, Harman Kardon 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 (Depress Brake to Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 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 | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 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 & EX30 for sale
Koleos vs EX30 FAQ
Is the Renault Koleos or Volvo EX30 better?
The EX30 is the stronger technical choice, with 268 hp, 343 Nm, a 5.3-second sprint and active safety equipment the Koleos lacks. The Koleos is better for buyers needing a 542-litre boot, rear vents and petrol refuelling.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo EX30 costs RM198,888 and the Renault Koleos costs RM191,888, so the EX30 is RM7,000 more expensive. Its annual road tax is RM260, compared with RM830 for the petrol Koleos.
Which is better for family luggage?
The Renault Koleos is clearly better for luggage, with a 542-litre boot versus 318 litres in the Volvo EX30. It is also 449 mm longer and carries a full-size spare tyre, where the EX30 has a tyre repair kit.
