Renault enters 4x4 crossover segment with Koleos
Koleos is Renault’s first-ever entry into the growing crossover segment, boasting MPV levels of comfort and interior space combined with robust exterior styling and genuine off-road ability. Its practicality is evident in its split-opening tailgate, 70 litres of stowage space and impressive boot volume of up to 1,380 litres with the rear seats folded.
Off-road, Koleos excels with innovative features such as Hill Start Assist, Hill Descent Control system, the ‘all mode 4x4i’ system developed by Nissan for the X-Trail (which shares the same platform with Koleos), and approach and departure angles of 27 and 31 degrees respectively.
As well as the four-wheel drive, Koleos will also be available in permanent two-wheel drive form appealing to those who enjoy its distinctive, crossover looks and spacious MPV-like versatility complete with high visibility driving position, but have no need to use the vehicle off-road.
Renault Koleos is offered with a choice of two diesel 2.0-litre Alliance engines, the dCi 150 and the dCi 175. Unusually for a 4x4 crossover, Koleos is available with six-speed gearbox and in manual or automatic transmission.
CO² emissions for Koleos range between 191 and 221 g/km, with Koleos versions falling into Band F for CO² emissions.
Koleos Dynamique S dCi 150 4x4 is priced at £20,495 - £1,295 cheaper than the equivalent Honda CR-V SE and £1,275 less than the Tiguan SE. Koleos Dynamique dCi 150 4x4 beats Ford’s Kuga Zetec on price coming in at £18,995 compared to Kuga’s £20,495 - £1,500 more than the Renault.
Koleos benefits from a three-year 100,000 miles warranty offering complete peace of mind. VW Tiguan, Ford Kuga, Toyota RAV4 are available with three-year, 60,000 miles warranty and the Honda CR-V offers three-year, 90,000 miles.
The approach and departure angle, at 27˚ and 31˚ respectively, offered by Koleos is amongst the best available on the market and substantially better than some competitors, positioning Koleos as one of the most versatile, stylish and practical vehicles in its segment. Ford Kuga’s approach and departure angle is 21˚ and 25˚ respectively, whilst VW Tiguan offers 18˚ and 25˚.
Koleos Dynamique is offered in four or two-wheel drive form, in the dCi 150 engine.
Standard features on the Dynamique include air conditioning, cruise control and speed limiter, front fog lamps, black side protectors, chrome effect roof bars, heated and body coloured door mirrors, tinted glass, 17” ‘Crusoe’ alloy wheels, picnic tables armrest on centre console, automatic parking brake, height adjustable driver seat, leather steering wheel, lateral and curtain airbags, ISOFIX compatible passenger seat and outer rear seats, 4X15W mono CD with MP3, 60:40 split rear seat with centre armrest, ski hatch, four luggage tie hooks, rear shelf with solid and roller section, front passenger underfloor draw, cooled glove box, 12V accessory point, storage under rear footwells, storage under rear load area and lateral storage behind wheel arches.
Koleos Dynamique S is available in two and four-wheel drive form, in manual and automatic transmission with the dCi 150 engine.
In addition to those offered on the Dynamique, standard features on Dynamique S include Climate control, Renault Hands Free card, ‘Super-fold’ rear seating, heated and electrically folding door mirrors, automatic lights and wipers, ESP, Hill Start/ Hill Descent Control (4x4 versions only), parking proximity sensors (front and rear), reclining rear seat backrests, multi-function centre console with armrest, 12V accessory point and two cup holders, rear passenger stowage drawer, folding front passenger seat and 17” ‘Oasis’ alloy wheels.
Koleos Privilège is available in four-wheel drive form, in manual and automatic transmission and with the dCi 150 and range-topping dCi 175 engine.
Standard features in addition to those on the Dynamique and Dynamique S trims include Full leather heated seats, panoramic electric sunroof with blinds, bi-Xenon headlamps with cornering lights and headlamp wash, 7” colour screen satellite navigation, sunglasses storage, Electrochrome rear-view mirror and new Bose® 4X50W audio system.
The Bose® audio system was developed with Bose’s engineers and Renault’s design staff to create a bespoke audio system adapted to the specific acoustic properties of Koleos. This system is the first from this prestigious brand to be fitted in a Renault.
Renault is also offering a range of accessories for Koleos including front and rear skidplates (£185), front guard and rear skid plate (£350), rear spoiler (£375), rear-seat mounted DVD system with one player and two screens at £995, integrated Bluetooth (£250) and illuminated kickplates providing protection for the front door sills (£175). All prices include VAT and fitting.
Koleos is available in four metallic illusion colours, Sandstone Green, Cascade Silver, Carlton Black, Slate Grey, and one non-metallic, Alpine Blue.
Renault’s new 4x4 crossover Koleos will be on sale in the UK on 4th July priced from £17,995 (for the two-wheel drive version) rising to £24,695, available in two diesel engines and in two or four-wheel drive form.
Prices:
Dynamique dCi 150 2x4 manual: £17,995
Dynamique dCi 150 4x4 manual: £18,995
Dynamique S dCi 150 2x4 manual: £19,495
Dynamique S dCi 150 4x4 manual: £20, 495
Dynamique S dCi 150 4x4 automatic: £21,495
Privilège dCi 150 4x4 manual: £23, 495
Privilège dCi 150 4x4 automatic: £24, 495
Privilège dCi 175 4x4 manual: £24, 695
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