2025 Renault Koleos Zen review
It’s old, but for those who don’t want to deal with frustrating safety systems, that could be one of the big reasons to consider the Koleos.
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Matt Campbell
Renault Koleos vs Honda CR-V Comparison
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CarExpert Rating
CarExpert Rating
Good
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Very Good
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Based on the Renault Koleos ZEN (4x2)
Based on the Honda CR-V VTi L7 (2WD) 7 SEATS
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Driving the familyFuel Efficiency
60L
486 to 498 km
57L
314 to 439 km
ANCAP Safety Rating
Warranty
7 year
warranty
warranty
8 year
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MSRP
$42,500 - $48,500
$39,497 - $57,400
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CarExpert's Take
Matt Campbell
Senior Contributor
Matt Campbell drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Still stylish after all these years
- Practical cabin space and useability
- No annoying safety technology
Misses
- Missing some features due to its age
- Not lots of fun to drive
- Some weird cabin controls
James Wong
Marketplace Editor
James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Sharp purchase and service pricing
- Remains a practical and refined SUV
- User-friendly ergonomics and tech
Misses
- Third row is quite small, quirky boot setup
- Lacks AWD option compared to rivals
- Four-star ANCAP safety rating
Colours Available
The Koleos range is available in just four colours: Millesim Red, Metallic White, Metallic Grey and Metallic Black. Unusually, the red is a no-cost option, while the monochromatic shades are an extra $800.
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Specs
| Type | ||
| MULTI-POINT INJECTION | TURBO | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 2488 | 1498 - 1993 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.5L | 2.0L, 1.5L | |
| Cylinders | ||
| 4 | 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 126kW | 135kW - 140kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 6000 | 5000 - 6000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 226Nm | 240Nm - 335Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 4400 | 1700 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| - | - | |
