How much is a 2018 Renault KoleosDiesel worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2018 Renault KoleosDiesel on the Irish used-car market is around €15,995, based on 14 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2018 Renault Koleos depreciate per year?

A Renault Koleos loses roughly 12.0% of its value per year on the Irish used-car market based on Carintel.ie's regression across active listings.

Is it cheaper to import a 2018 Renault Koleos from Northern Ireland?

It depends on spec, mileage and CO2. Carintel.ie compares ROI median prices against Northern Ireland listings' landed cost, including VRT, NOx levy and registration fees, so you can see the saving at a glance on this page.

What are the running costs of a 2018 Renault KoleosDiesel?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2018 Renault KoleosDiesel using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

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Engine:All engines 1.6L · 14 2.0L · 6

Filter by trim, gearbox, source2 active

Trim:All Dynamique S Nav · 1 GT Line · 1

Gearbox:Manual · 1 Automatic · 1

Source:ROI All NI

Market Intelligence

Renault Koleos2018

Diesel

24 days avg on market · Low data confidence

Normal DemandLimited Data

No NI listings currently available

There are 2 NI listings for this model. Switch to "All" or "NI" source filter above to see pricing data.

Updated 9h ago · NI · Low confidence

Median listing price

€15,995

private sale ~€15,202 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€9,940 – €12,070

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

168k km

typical 137k km

Days listed

24d

avg on market · demand 53/100

AI Market Summary

Spacious, practical SUV with good boot space and comfortable cabin for family use; diesel engine delivers decent fuel economy on motorway trips.
Fairly priced for the segment — sits mid-market; comparable rivals (Peugeot 3008, Hyundai Santa Fe) command similar money, so no obvious bargain or premium here.
DPF blocking is a real issue on this model, especially if previous owner did mostly short urban runs. Budget €800–1,500 for cleaning or replacement if warning light appears.
Before buying, request full service history and ask seller specifically about any engine management fault codes, gearbox hesitation, or DPF regeneration issues — have a pre-purchase diagnostic run by a trusted mechanic.
EDC gearbox can develop judder or power loss; this is expensive to repair (€2,000+), so test-drive thoroughly on motorway acceleration and listen for any hesitation or clunking.

AI-generated analysis · Carintel.ie · verify independently before purchasing

Analysis & Insights

Price Analysis Costs Import Recalls & Info

Vehicle specification

Manufacturer WLTP data

Engine

1.6L

1600 cc

Reliability & Safety Recalls

Renault Koleos 2018

Reliability

3/5

The 2018 Renault Koleos diesel is a capable mid-size SUV but has a mixed reliability record, particularly with the dCi diesel engine and automatic gearbox. Ownership can be problematic due to emissions system failures and transmission hesitation, though servicing is relatively affordable. Parts availability in Ireland is reasonable, but expect higher-than-average repair costs for dCi-specific issues.

Known issues

DPF (diesel particulate filter) regeneration faults and blocking, particularly in low-mileage urban driving
EDC (electronic diesel control) gearbox hesitation, judder, and loss of power on acceleration
EGR cooler failure causing overheating and engine management faults
Injector problems leading to rough idle, starting issues, and increased fuel consumption
Turbocharger bearing wear and oil starvation, resulting in loss of boost pressure
AdBlue system sensor faults triggering limp-mode and reduced performance

Good for

Spacious, practical interior with good boot space and versatile seating
Competent diesel fuel economy on motorway driving (40–45 mpg real-world)
Comfortable ride quality and easy power steering for everyday driving
Good ground clearance and moderate off-road capability for a mainstream SUV

Years to avoid: 2018, 2019

AI-generated summary · verify with DVSA & owner forums

Safety Recalls4 found

Transmission2018

EDC automatic gearbox hesitation and loss of drive during acceleration

Remedy: Gearbox software reprogram or replacement of mechatronic unit

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Brakes2018

Brake fluid leakage from master cylinder due to corrosion

Remedy: Replacement of brake master cylinder

R/2018/043

Emissions System2018

DPF regeneration issues causing particulate filter blockage and engine damage

Remedy: Software update and DPF cleaning or replacement

R/2018/162

Engine2017

Risk of engine stall due to fuel pump impeller degradation in dCi engines

Remedy: Replacement of fuel pump assembly

R/2017/345

AI-generated · verify at gov.uk/check-vehicle-recall

Potential value opportunities

NI · by value score

2018 Renault Koleos 1.6 dCi Dynamique S Nav 5dr 2WD Video Review •

£11,585→€21,317imported

+16% vs expected price

NI Import

NI → ROI import costs

Assumes the car is NI-registered (no customs duty or VAT under Windsor Framework). Includes VRT + NOx levy + registration + transport. Click for full breakdown.

Low km

19k km · manual · 36d

Dynamique S Nav

See ad

2018 Renault Koleos 2.0 dCi GT Line SUV 5dr Diesel X-Trn A7 Euro 6 (s/ Video Review •

£13,995→€24,161imported

+38% vs expected price

NI Import

NI → ROI import costs

Assumes the car is NI-registered (no customs duty or VAT under Windsor Framework). Includes VRT + NOx levy + registration + transport. Click for full breakdown.

133k km · automatic · 36d

GT Line

See ad

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