Car Buyer's Guide

Renault Koleos vs smart #3

Renault Koleos

Renault Koleos

smart #3

smart #3

Verdict

The smart #3 is the sharper Malaysian proposition: it costs RM16,888 less, has 268 hp and 343 Nm, and reaches 100 km/h in 5.8 seconds against the Koleos’ 9.5 seconds. Its RM260 annual road tax also undercuts RM830. The Renault answers with a 542-litre boot, 172 litres more than the smart, plus a 60-litre petrol tank for drivers without home or destination charging. The #3’s 49-kWh battery returns a quoted 325 km and accepts 22-kW AC or 150-kW DC charging.

Koleos

Pick the Renault Koleos if you need the much larger 542-litre boot and petrol refuelling flexibility.

#3

Pick the smart #3 if you want far quicker EV performance, lower road tax and a fuller active-safety suite.

Key differences

  • Price: Renault Koleos RM191,888; smart #3 RM175,000.
  • Output: Renault Koleos 171 hp and 226 Nm; smart #3 268 hp and 343 Nm.
  • 0-100 km/h: Renault Koleos 9.5 seconds; smart #3 5.8 seconds.
  • Boot space: Renault Koleos 542 litres; smart #3 370 litres.
  • Annual road tax: Renault Koleos RM830; smart #3 RM260.
  • Safety: Renault Koleos has six airbags and no autonomous braking; smart #3 has seven airbags and front-and-rear autonomous braking.

Koleos

  • 542-litre boot is 172 litres larger
  • 60-litre petrol tank avoids charging dependence
  • Dual-zone climate control and front foglamps
  • RM16,888 pricier with RM570 more annual road tax
  • 9.5-second 0-100 km/h time trails the smart by 3.7 seconds
  • No blind-spot system, collision warning or autonomous braking

#3

  • 268 hp, 343 Nm and a 5.8-second 0-100 km/h sprint
  • 325-km quoted range, 22-kW AC and 150-kW DC charging
  • Seven airbags, adaptive cruise control and 360-degree camera
  • 370-litre boot is 172 litres smaller
  • Single-zone air-conditioning versus the Koleos’ dual-zone system
  • Four-year vehicle warranty is one year shorter than the Koleos’ five-year cover
Price & overview
PriceRM191,888RM175,000✓
Body typeSUVSUV
SegmentC-SegmentC-Segment
AssemblyCBUCBU
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM830RM260✓
Powertrain
Engine Tech16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing400V architecture
Capacity2,488 cc—
Horsepower171 hp at 6,000 rpm—
Torque226 Nm at 4,400 rpm—
Cylinder ArrangementInline 4—
FuelPetrolElectric
Bore × Stroke89 mm × 100 mm—
Compression Ratio10—
Number of Motors—1
Motor Horsepower—268 hp
Motor Torque—343 Nm
Battery Capacity—49 kWh
EV Range—325 km
Charging Rate (AC)—22 kW
Charging Rate (DC)—150 kW
V2L—3.3 kW
Drivetrain
TransmissionCVT AutomaticSingle Ratio Automatic
Transmission NameX-Tronic CVT—
Transmission ManufacturerJatco—
DrivelineFront Wheel DriveRear Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h9.5 seconds5.8 seconds✓
Rated Economy8.1 L/100 km—
Top Speed200 km/h✓180 km/h
Dimensions
Length4,672 mm4,400 mm
Width1,843 mm1,844 mm
Height1,678 mm1,556 mm
Wheelbase2,705 mm2,785 mm
Weight1,540 kg—
Fuel Tank60 litres—
Doors55
Seats55
Boot Space542 litres✓370 litres
Front Tyre225/60R18245/45R19
Rear Tyre225/60R18245/45R19
Spare TyreFull Size—
Factory TyresNexen N Priz RH7Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 060
Chassis
AssemblyKorea (CBU)China (CBU)
Front SuspensionMacPherson StrutMacPherson Struts
Rear SuspensionMulti-linkMulti-link
Front Wheels18" Alloy19" Flux Alloy Wheels
Rear Wheels18" Alloy19" Flux Alloy Wheels
SteeringRack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
Safety
Airbags6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain)7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag)
ABS/EBD✓✓
Stability Control✓✓
Alarm✓✓
Immobilizer✓✓
Airbag Disable Function✓—
Child Safety LockManual for Rear DoorsManual for Rear Doors
Seat Belts5 Three-point5 Three-point
Blind Spot Info System—✓
ISOFIXAvailable on two outer rear passenger seatsAvailable On Front Passenger Seat, Rear Outer Seats
Autonomous Braking System—Yes, Front and Rear
Lane-keeping AssistNoSteering Correction
Collision Warning—✓
Seatbelt ReminderFor All SeatsAll Seats
Lighting
HeadlampsLED ReflectorsLED Reflector with Manual Levelling
TaillampsLED CombinationLED
LED Daytime Running Lights✓✓
Front Foglamps✓—
Rear Foglamps✓✓
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators✓✓
Cabin
Front SeatsPower Adjustable Front SeatsDriver and Passenger Powered Seats
Rear Seats60:40 Split-folding with one-touch operation60:40 Split-folding
Front Air-conDual-zone Automatic Climate ControlSingle-zone Automatic Climate Control
Rear Air-conRear VentsRear AC Vents
Sunroof—Panoramic Glass Roof
Power Sockets1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear, 1 Wireless Charger
Interior LightingMap Lights and Ambient Lights (5 colours)Map Lights & Ambient Lighting
Cup Holders2 Front, 2 Rear2 Front, 2 Rear
Sun Shade—Manual Sunshade for Glass Roof
Audio8.7" R-LINK 2 Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 3D sound by Arkamys, 8 speakers12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
Convenience
Power WindowsFour Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and DownFour Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch
Engine StartKeyless Push ButtonKeyless (Depress Brake Pedal)
LocksKeyless OperationKeyless Operation
Auto Headlamps✓✓
Auto Wipers✓✓
Cruise ControlPassive Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise Control
Tiptronic✓—
Steering Audio Control✓✓
Steering Tilt✓✓
Steering Telescopic✓✓
Boot OperationRemote Control ActivationYes, Powered
Parking Sensor Front6 Sensors4 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear6 Sensors4 Sensors
Reverse CameraYesYes, With 360-degree Camera
Auto Parking—Yes
Folding Wing Mirrors✓✓
Bluetooth✓✓
Navigation✓✓
Hill Start Assist✓✓
Instrument ClusterFull LCD MonitorFull LCD Monitor
Parking BrakeElectronicElectronic
Warranty
Warranty Mileage Manufacturer150,000 kmUnlimited✓
Warranty Manufacturer5 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.

Koleos vs #3 FAQ

Is the Renault Koleos or smart #3 better?

The smart #3 is better for performance, running tax and safety technology, with 268 hp, a 5.8-second sprint and seven airbags. Choose the Koleos if its 542-litre boot and petrol refuelling convenience matter more.

What is the price difference?

The smart #3 is RM16,888 cheaper than the Renault Koleos. Its annual road tax is also RM570 lower, at RM260 versus RM830.

How does the smart #3 charge?

The smart #3 has a 49-kWh battery with a quoted 325-km range. It supports AC charging at up to 22 kW and DC charging at up to 150 kW, and includes 3.3-kW V2L capability.

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