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Verdict
Family SUV rated 5 stars by Euro NCAP in 2017, with a 10.5% MOT failure rate (UTAC-OTC 2025, cited by iautos). The X-Tronic continuously variable gearbox of the diesels is cited as a weak point, and the 1.3 TCe 160 is subject to a recall for a fuel hose: check that it has been carried out.
- Reliability
- 4.5/5
- Indicative prices
- €15,000 – €23,000
- Monthly cost
- €394
- Euro NCAP
- 5/5
Which version to choose
Versions to favour: dCi 130, TCe 160 EDC.
dCi 130
✓ RecommendedDiesel · Manual · 130 hp · 4.6 L/100 km · 120 g CO₂/km · Crit'Air 2
1.6 dCi with 320 Nm, 6-speed manual gearbox, front-wheel drive. Sold at launch in 2017; a Caradisiac test measures 0 to 100 km/h in 11.4 s.
Engine: Renault-Nissan 1.6 dCi (R9M)
Verdict on this engine: Good choice, check first
dCi 175 X-Tronic 4x4
Diesel · Automatic · 175 hp · Crit'Air 2
2.0 dCi with 380 Nm, the only version with the X-Tronic automatic gearbox and four-wheel drive at launch in 2017.
Blue dCi 150 X-Tronic
Diesel · Automatic · 150 hp · Crit'Air 2
Diesel introduced with the late-2019 facelift, only with the X-Tronic gearbox and front-wheel drive; removed from the range with the 2021 model year.
Blue dCi 190 X-Tronic 4x4
Diesel · Automatic · 190 hp · Crit'Air 2
2.0 Blue dCi introduced with the late-2019 facelift, only with the X-Tronic gearbox and four-wheel drive.
TCe 160 EDC
✓ RecommendedPetrol · Automatic · 160 hp · Crit'Air 1
1.3 TCe added at the end of 2020 with an EDC dual-clutch gearbox. Affected by the fuel hose recall: check that it has been carried out.
Engine: Renault-Nissan-Mercedes 1.3 TCe / DIG-T (H5Ht, HR13DDT, M282)
Verdict on this engine: Good choice
Market prices
€15,000 – €23,000
Indicative range: 2017 to 2023, yearly medians of 286 online listings collected by iAutos (years with at least 3 listings).
Collected on 20 October 2026 from the sources below. Our own survey of listings, by year and mileage, will refine it.
Known faults
X-Tronic continuously variable gearbox
Severity 2/3 · CostlyThe X-Tronic gearbox of diesel Koleos models is cited as a weak point: a Fiches-auto test of the Koleos II lists it among the model's weak points, and a summary of known problems reports jerking, slipping and overheating. Sources do not give a mileage or repair cost for the Koleos II.
- Versions
- dCi 175 X-Tronic 4x4, Blue dCi 150 X-Tronic, Blue dCi 190 X-Tronic 4x4
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Fuel supply hose (recall)
Manufacturer recallThe fuel supply hose of the 1.3 TCe can partially disconnect from the engine, with a risk of leaks and, in serious cases, fire. The recall concerns vehicles built in Busan between September 2019 and September 2023; the replacement hose is free of charge.
Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).
- Versions
- TCe 160 EDC
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Manufacturer recalls
See the official list on RappelConso (new tab) (French government recall site: category “Automobiles et moyens de déplacement”, search “Renault Koleos”). A dealer for the brand can also check, using the vehicle identification number (VIN), that recalls have been carried out.
Real monthly cost
Fuel, insurance, maintenance and depreciation, excluding finance. Move the slider to match your mileage. How it is calculated
| Fuel or electricity | €124 |
|---|---|
| Insurance | €63 |
| Maintenance | €27 |
| Depreciation | €180 |
| Total per month | €394 |
⚠ Estimates to treat with caution
- NEDC consumption (older, more optimistic than WLTP) as no WLTP figure is published: fuel is probably slightly underestimated.
- Maintenance: servicing prices only, without tyres or brakes: probably underestimated.
- Depreciation estimated at 12% of the median price a year, as no year-by-year valuation is usable.
Calculation details (12,000 km a year)
- Fuel (diesel)€124
dCi 130 version: combined consumption of 4.6 L/100 km, increased by 15% for real-world driving, at 2.347 €/L, for 1,000 km a month.
4.6 × 1.15 × 2.347 € × 10 = €124
Diesel price: French national average on 7 October 2026.
- Insurance€63
Average monthly premium published for this model by insurance comparison sites (comprehensive cover when stated). Your premium depends on your profile.
- Maintenance€27
Servicing and wear parts (tyres, brakes) for 12,000 km a year, per month.
- Depreciation€180
Value lost in a year by a typical example, from the valuation gap between two years, per month.
Inspection checklist
Renault Koleos II — inspection checklist
Things to check
- 1.3 TCe: have the serial number checked with Renault to confirm that the fuel hose recall has been carried out.
- Diesel X-Tronic: carry out a long test drive when warm and ask for the gearbox service invoices (oil change).
- During the test drive, watch for jerking, slipping or abnormal noises from the automatic gearbox.
- Test the multimedia screen and phone pairing.
- Check the service book and the latest MOT certificate.
Questions to ask the seller
- Has the fuel hose recall been carried out (TCe)? Do you have proof?
- Has the X-Tronic gearbox been oil-changed, and at what mileages (diesel)?
- Is the service book complete and up to date?
Test-drive tip: read the fault codes
A warning light that is off proves nothing: a fault may have been cleared just before the viewing. A Bluetooth OBD2 scanner, plugged in under the steering wheel and read on your phone, shows stored codes and whether all emissions readiness tests have run since the last reset.
Electric or hybrid equivalent
No direct electric or hybrid equivalent in our guides. Simulate combustion vs electric cost
Alternatives
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Nissan Qashqai
II · 2014–2021
- Price
- €9,000 – €18,490
- Reliability
- 3/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Diesel
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Renault Kadjar
I · 2015–2022
- Price
- €9,240 – €17,544
- Reliability
- 3/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Diesel
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Peugeot 3008
II · 2016–2023
- Price
- €7,980 – €17,294
- Reliability
- 3/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Diesel, Hybrid
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Toyota RAV4
V · since 2019
- Price
- €26,700 – €45,300
- Reliability
- 5/5
- Fuel types
- Hybrid
Before you buy: check and equip
Check the history
Before paying, check the administrative status (lien, objection, declared claims) and the mileage recorded at the roadworthiness test.
Read fault codes
An OBD scanner plugged in under the steering wheel shows stored fault codes, even with warning lights off: useful during the test drive.
Parts and maintenance
Compare prices of parts for the Renault Koleos II (timing, brakes, filters) to estimate the repairs to plan for.
Insure the car
Insurance prices vary widely from one model to another: get a quote before signing.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Renault Koleos 2 reliable?
The MOT failure rate for the Koleos II is 10.5% (UTAC-OTC 2025 review, cited by iautos). The most frequently cited weak point is the X-Tronic gearbox of the diesels.
What is the boot capacity of the Koleos 2?
Renault announced 542 litres under the parcel shelf at launch, according to Paperjam. Specifications vary between sources and versions.
What is the Koleos 2 recall?
Around 2,900 Koleos II 1.3 TCe in France, built between September 2019 and September 2023, are being recalled because a fuel hose can disconnect. The replacement is free of charge.
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