Renault Captur MK1 vs Renault Koleos KOL
Renault Captur
MK1 · 2013 – 2019
The first Captur (MK1), on a modified B platform.
Renault Koleos
KOL · 2016 – 2026
The Koleos (KOL), a mid-size SUV on the CMF-CD platform.
Renault Captur
Pick the MK1 for an affordable, flexible early Captur with a clever sliding rear bench.
Renault Koleos
Pick the Koleos for a roomy, comfortable diesel SUV with optional all-wheel drive.
Performance
0.9 TCe 90 · Petrol vs 1.7 Blue dCi 150 · Diesel
| Renault Captur | Renault Koleos | |
|---|---|---|
| Power |
90 hp
|
150 hp
Winner
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| Torque |
135 Nm
|
340 Nm
Winner
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| 0–100 km/h |
12,7 s
|
11,8 s
Winner
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| Top speed |
171 km/h
|
194 km/h
Winner
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| Power-to-weight |
83,3 hp/t
|
92,6 hp/t
Winner
|
| CO₂ emissions (WLTP) |
105 g/km
Winner
|
128 g/km
|
| Consumption (WLTP) |
4,7 L/100km
Winner
|
5,0 L/100km
|
Dimensions & space
| Renault Captur | Renault Koleos | |
|---|---|---|
| Boot |
377 L
|
458 L
Winner
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| Boot (seats folded) |
1.235 L
|
1.690 L
Winner
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| Wheelbase |
2,61 m
|
2,71 m
Winner
|
| Length |
4,12 m
|
4,67 m
|
| Ground clearance |
—
|
—
|
| Turning circle |
10,4 m
Winner
|
11,4 m
|
| Towing capacity (braked) |
900 kg
|
2.000 kg
Winner
|
Powertrain & tech
| Renault Captur | Renault Koleos | |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | B (modified) | CMF-CD |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive · All-wheel drive |
| Engine family | 0.9 TCe · 1.2 TCe · 1.3 TCe · 1.5 dCi | 1.6 dCi · 1.7 Blue dCi · 2.0 dCi |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Fuel | Petrol | Diesel |
| Euro standard | Euro 6 | Euro 6d |
| LEZ access | Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation) | ⚠️ Banned from Antwerp & Ghent from January 1, 2029 |
Reliability & watch-outs
Known issues
- 1.2 TCe: timing chain and oil consumption
- EDC: jerky shifts at low speed
- Electrical gremlins and R-Link freezes
- EDC automatic: juddery at low speed
- AdBlue/DPF on short-trip use
- Electronics and infotainment: glitches
Pros
- Flexible sliding rear bench
- Affordable and plentiful used
- Efficient 1.5 dCi diesel
- Roomy boot and rear seat
- Comfortable, composed ride
- 2.0 dCi with all-wheel drive available
Cons
- 1.2 TCe carries chain risk
- Boot and rear legroom smaller than MK2
- Diesel-only
- Heavier than compact SUVs
Driving experience
Renault Captur
Light and easy to place in town with a reasonably high driving position, helped by light steering that is not especially communicative. Body control is acceptable but the ride is firmer than a conventional supermini, especially on larger wheels. The 0.9 TCe and 1.2 TCe feel responsive for daily use when healthy, while the 1.5 dCi is stronger on the motorway. Manual gearboxes are straightforward; the EDC dual-clutch is smooth at speed but often shows low-speed hesitation or judder. Overall a competent compact crossover of its era rather than a driver's car.
Renault Koleos
A relaxed family cruiser rather than a dynamic driver's car, with good visibility. Comfortable and composed for a mid-size SUV, with a soft ride that prioritises long-distance refinement. Steering is light and accurate enough for the size but lacks strong feedback. Body control is adequate, though some examples feel soft over larger bumps. Diesels provide strong low-end torque for motorway use and overtaking. X-Tronic CVT automatics are smooth once under way but can feel sluggish or noisy under hard acceleration. AWD versions add traction in poor conditions but increase weight.
Belgian taxes & LEZ
