Verdict
The Zeekr X costs RM33,088 less yet brings 335 hp, 373 Nm and a 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time, against the Renault Koleos’ 171 hp, 226 Nm and 9.5 seconds. It also adds a 66-kWh battery with 440 km range, 200-kW DC charging and a wider active-safety suite. The Koleos answers with a far larger 542-litre boot, 138 litres more than the Zeekr, plus a full-size spare tyre. For Malaysian buyers able to charge at home or regularly at public chargers, the Zeekr is the stronger buy; the Renault suits those who need petrol refuelling and luggage space.
Pick the Renault Koleos if you need its 542-litre boot, full-size spare tyre and the convenience of a 60-litre petrol tank.
Pick the Zeekr X if you can charge an EV and want lower purchase and road-tax costs, much quicker performance and more driver assistance.
Key differences
- Price: Renault Koleos RM191,888; Zeekr X RM158,800.
- Power and torque: Koleos 171 hp and 226 Nm; Zeekr X 335 hp and 373 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Koleos 9.5 seconds; Zeekr X 5.3 seconds.
- Energy use: Koleos petrol 2.5 litres with 60-litre tank; Zeekr X electric with 66-kWh battery and 440 km range.
- Boot space: Koleos 542 litres; Zeekr X 404 litres.
- Road tax: Koleos RM830 per year; Zeekr X RM395 per year.
Koleos
- 542-litre boot is 138 litres larger.
- Full-size spare tyre.
- 60-litre petrol tank avoids charging dependence.
- RM33,088 more expensive.
- 9.5-second 0-100 km/h time trails the Zeekr X’s 5.3 seconds.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or lane-keeping assist.
X
- 335 hp and 373 Nm from its single motor.
- 440 km EV range, 200-kW DC charging and 3.3-kW V2L.
- Gets autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree monitor.
- 404-litre boot is smaller than the Koleos’ 542 litres.
- Tyre repair kit replaces the Koleos’ full-size spare tyre.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM191,888 | RM158,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM830 | RM395✓ |
| 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 | — | 335 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 373 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 66 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 440 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 200 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 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 | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,672 mm | 4,432 mm |
| Width | 1,843 mm | 1,836 mm |
| Height | 1,678 mm | 1,566 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,705 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 1,540 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 542 litres✓ | 404 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/60R18 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/60R18 | 235/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Nexen N Priz RH7 | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Korea (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" Paddle Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" Paddle 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 & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag) |
| 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 Outer Two Rear 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 Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation Functions and Memory Function |
| 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 | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (5 colours) | Map Lights, Intelligent 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 | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 13-speaker Yamaha 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 Operation (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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360-degree Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Powered Front Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| 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 & X for sale
Koleos vs X FAQ
Is the Renault Koleos or Zeekr X better?
The Zeekr X is the better-equipped and quicker choice, with 335 hp, a 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time and active safety systems. Choose the Koleos instead if its 542-litre boot, full-size spare and petrol refuelling better suit your use.
What is the price difference?
The Renault Koleos costs RM191,888 and the Zeekr X costs RM158,800, so the Koleos is RM33,088 more expensive. The Zeekr also has lower annual road tax: RM395 versus RM830.
Which has more practical luggage capacity?
The Renault Koleos does. Its 542-litre boot is 138 litres larger than the Zeekr X’s 404 litres, and it carries a full-size spare tyre rather than a tyre repair kit.
