Renault Koleos vs Mazda CX-5

The Renault Koleos starts from $40,990 before on-road costs, while the Mazda CX-5 opens at $39,990. That makes the Mazda CX-5 the more affordable entry point by $1,000.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $45,089 and $43,989 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs are nearly identical since both have similar efficiency.

Both the Renault Koleos and Mazda CX-5 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 84% for the Renault Koleos and 95% for the Mazda CX-5.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Renault Koleos packs more ADAS features with 6 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 5 in the Mazda CX-5.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 6 in the Renault Koleos and 6 in the Mazda CX-5.

The Renault Koleos features a 8-inch touchscreen paired with a 7-inch digital dash, while the Mazda CX-5 gets a 12.9-inch display and 10.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Renault Koleos stands out with BOSE audio that you will not find on the Mazda CX-5. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Renault Koleos uses a Petrol producing 140kW and 300Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 9.1 seconds.

The Mazda CX-5 responds with a Petrol making 132kW and 242Nm, paired to a automatic driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 8.7 seconds.

The Renault Koleos has the clear power advantage at 140kW vs 132kW. In the real-world sprint, the Mazda CX-5 is 0.4s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Renault Koleos measures 4,672mm long on a 2,705mm wheelbase, 97mm longer than the Mazda CX-5 at 4,575mm (2,700mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Renault Koleos generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 458L in the Renault Koleos and 522L in the Mazda CX-5, giving the Mazda CX-5 a 64L advantage.

For towing, the Mazda CX-5 leads with a 2,000kg braked capacity vs 2,000kg. That 0kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,223/year for the Renault Koleos and $2,109/year for the Mazda CX-5. That is a $114 annual difference in favour of the Mazda CX-5.

Estimated annual total: $2,223 (Renault Koleos) vs $2,109 (Mazda CX-5). The Mazda CX-5 saves you roughly $114 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 7 years / 999,999km (Renault Koleos) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Mazda CX-5). The Renault Koleos has longer coverage.