Renault Koleos KOL vs Volkswagen Tiguan CT1
Renault Koleos
KOL · 2016 – 2026
The Koleos (KOL), a mid-size SUV on the CMF-CD platform.
Volkswagen Tiguan
CT1 · 2024 – 2026
The third-generation Tiguan (CT1), on the MQB Evo platform.
Renault Koleos
Pick the Koleos for a roomy, comfortable diesel SUV with optional all-wheel drive.
Volkswagen Tiguan
Pick the Tiguan for a roomy, practical family SUV with strong towing and a wide engine range.
Performance
1.7 Blue dCi 150 · Diesel vs 1.5 eTSI 150 · Petrol
| Renault Koleos | Volkswagen Tiguan | |
|---|---|---|
| Power |
150 hp
|
150 hp
|
| Torque |
340 Nm
Winner
|
250 Nm
|
| 0–100 km/h |
11,8 s
|
9,1 s
Winner
|
| Top speed |
194 km/h
|
210 km/h
Winner
|
| Power-to-weight |
92,6 hp/t
|
101,4 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 Tiguan | |
|---|---|---|
| Boot |
458 L
|
652 L
Winner
|
| Boot (seats folded) |
1.690 L
Winner
|
1.650 L
|
| Wheelbase |
2,71 m
Winner
|
2,68 m
|
| Length |
4,67 m
|
4,54 m
|
| Ground clearance |
—
|
19,5 cm
|
| Turning circle |
11,4 m
Winner
|
11,7 m
|
| Towing capacity (braked) |
2.000 kg
|
2.000 kg
|
Powertrain & tech
| Renault Koleos | Volkswagen Tiguan | |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | CMF-CD | MQB Evo (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 Evo 1.5 eTSI · EA888 2.0 TSI · EA288 Evo 2.0 TDI · eHybrid PHEV |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 7-speed DSG |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol |
| Euro standard | Euro 6d | Euro 6e |
| 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
- New-generation software (MIB4) may need campaigns
- Higher weight/reinforced suspension on eHybrid
- 4MOTION diesels: AdBlue/DPF on short trips
Pros
- Roomy boot and rear seat
- Comfortable, composed ride
- 2.0 dCi with all-wheel drive available
- Even bigger boot (652 l) with a flat load floor
- Modern MIB4 infotainment and driver assistance
- eHybrid with ~19.7 kWh battery and low CO2
Cons
- Diesel-only
- Heavier than compact SUVs
- eHybrid loses boot space (490 l)
- Touch-slider controls take getting used to
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 Tiguan
Comfortable, quiet and more car-like than the old Tiguan. The CT1 rides with better body control and noise isolation than the AD1, steers accurately, and feels lighter on its feet despite similar dimensions. Front-drive versions are easy; 4Motion adds traction in poor conditions. The 1.5 eTSI is smooth and efficient with its 48-volt assistance, the 2.0 TDI is the long-distance pick, and the eHybrid covers short trips on electric power. The DSG is smooth; there is no manual. It is a more polished, more digital version of the same formula — comfortable and competent, if still not exciting.
Belgian taxes & LEZ
For sale at dealers
Renault Koleos
1 for sale · from € 23.990
Volkswagen Tiguan
76 for sale · from € 7.950
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