Renault Koleos KOL vs Volkswagen T-Roc A11
Renault Koleos
KOL · 2016 – 2026
The Koleos (KOL), a mid-size SUV on the CMF-CD platform.
Volkswagen T-Roc
A11 · 2017 – 2025
The first-generation T-Roc (A11), on the MQB A1 platform.
Renault Koleos
Pick the Koleos for a roomy, comfortable diesel SUV with optional all-wheel drive.
Volkswagen T-Roc
Pick the T-Roc for a bold crossover look with an elevated seat and city-friendly dimensions.
Performance
1.7 Blue dCi 150 · Diesel vs 1.5 TSI 150 · Petrol
| Renault Koleos | Volkswagen T-Roc | |
|---|---|---|
| Power |
150 hp
|
150 hp
|
| Torque |
340 Nm
Winner
|
250 Nm
|
| 0–100 km/h |
11,8 s
|
8,5 s
Winner
|
| Top speed |
194 km/h
|
205 km/h
Winner
|
| Power-to-weight |
92,6 hp/t
|
118,6 hp/t
Winner
|
| CO₂ emissions (WLTP) |
128 g/km
|
128 g/km
|
| Consumption (WLTP) |
5,0 L/100km
Winner
|
5,6 L/100km
|
Dimensions & space
| Renault Koleos | Volkswagen T-Roc | |
|---|---|---|
| Boot |
458 L
Winner
|
445 L
|
| Boot (seats folded) |
1.690 L
Winner
|
1.290 L
|
| Wheelbase |
2,71 m
Winner
|
2,59 m
|
| Length |
4,67 m
|
4,23 m
|
| Ground clearance |
—
|
16,1 cm
|
| Turning circle |
11,4 m
|
10,9 m
Winner
|
| Towing capacity (braked) |
2.000 kg
Winner
|
1.800 kg
|
Powertrain & tech
| Renault Koleos | Volkswagen T-Roc | |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | CMF-CD | MQB A1 (transverse) |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive · All-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive · All-wheel drive |
| Engine family | 1.6 dCi · 1.7 Blue dCi · 2.0 dCi | EA211 1.0/1.5 TSI · EA888 2.0 TSI (R) · EA288 1.6/2.0 TDI |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual · 7-speed DSG |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol |
| Euro standard | Euro 6d | Euro 6d |
| LEZ access | ⚠️ Banned from Antwerp & Ghent from January 1, 2029 | Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation) |
Reliability & watch-outs
Known issues
- EDC automatic: juddery at low speed
- AdBlue/DPF on short-trip use
- Electronics and infotainment: glitches
- Electronic parking-brake and software recalls (pre-facelift)
- Infotainment glitches on early cars
- Cabriolet: roof mechanism/water ingress at high mileage
Pros
- Roomy boot and rear seat
- Comfortable, composed ride
- 2.0 dCi with all-wheel drive available
- Customisable design with optional contrasting roof
- Facelift (2022) brought modernised lights and interior
- Strong driver-assistance suite (IQ.DRIVE)
Cons
- Diesel-only
- Heavier than compact SUVs
- Pre-facelift interior (2017–2021) looks simpler
- Cabriolet: smaller boot and higher weight
Driving experience
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.
Volkswagen T-Roc
Easy, comfortable and a little more involving than most crossovers. The T-Roc steers accurately with decent weighting, rides well enough, and handles tidily for a car of its height, with the 2.0 TSI R version adding genuine pace. Front-drive is the default; 4MOTION adds traction in poor conditions. The 1.5 TSI is the sensible pick — smooth and efficient — the 2.0 TDI is the distance choice, and the 1.0 TSI is adequate for town work. The DSG is smooth; the manual is light. It is a well-rounded compact crossover that feels closer to a Golf than its tall body suggests.
Belgian taxes & LEZ
For sale at dealers
Renault Koleos
1 for sale · from € 23.990
Volkswagen T-Roc
73 for sale · from € 11.290
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