New Renault Koleos

With its sturdy and high-end design, its comfort and its outstanding performance, the Renault Koleos has successfully established itself as an International reference in the large SUV segment.

It’s every inch an SUV and every inch a Renault.

The Renault Koleos represents the ‘ne plus ultra’ of Renault’s high-end range, with a very distinctive clientele seeking a supreme driving experience, and stand-out styling. The 3,000 plus Koleos units sold to sate are testimony to its niche positioning.

Assertive styling

With its assertive design and sophisticated interior, the New Koleos is as attractive as ever.

Looks are certainly something the Koleos gets right. Up front, the eye-catching C-shaped Daytime Running Lights extends beyond the new LED headlight units to create an even more forceful gaze and at the back, while the new wider LED tail lightsserve to amplify the impression of width and draw attention to the centrally-positioned Renault diamond. These latest design refinement elements further elevate the distinct Koleos styling.

New Renault Koleos is an embodiment of Renault’s new design language with its more alluring styling and strong presence. While the New Koleos line-up has been updated, the features that favourably distinguish it from other SUVs have been retained.

The imposing stance and personality of New Koleos are accentuated by several innovative design features:

A more distinctive front-end

The front-end of the New Koleos features a pronounced front grille, with luxurious chrome insets, extending to the chrome-underlined fog lamps. In the lower part, the bumper boasts an impressive skid plate which accentuates the vehicle’s adventurous stance.

Distinctive features

The New Koleos retains its distinctive and striking features like its chrome trim extending horizontally down the whole wing, making the front-end appear longer, with new chrome wing trims. Its C-shaped lighting signature, a strong trait common to all Renault models, gives it a strong and penetrating look. While, the high-end impression is created through its narrower body fitting and sharp lines.

• The New LED front and rear lights of the Koleos replicate the full LED lighting signature, that is now instantly distinguishable as part of the new Renault design language, now with dynamic rear indicators intergrated in the new LED rear tail lamps. The eye-catching C-shaped Daytime Running Lights extends beyond the headlight units themselves to create an even more forceful gaze. Dependent on the version, New Koleos is available with Pure Vision Full LED main- and dipped- beam lights.

For significantly enhanced night-time visibility, this technology provides a beam that is 20 percent more powerful than that of halogen headlights.

The permanently-lit tail lights feature Edge Light technology that generates a clear, bright 3D effect visible both close up and from a distance. The wide horizontal rear tail lamps amplify the impression of width (1,840mm) and draw attention to the centrally-positioned Renault diamond logo. The tail lamps wrap over the rear wings to further enhance its solid stance, and the chrome insert set into the lower part of the rear bumper draws ones eye naturally to the contour of the elegant bumper design.

Greater harmony between the front and rear

The rear of the New Koleos has been redesigned, with a skid plate extending higher on the bumper and transverse chrome insets in synergy with the front end. The third stop lamp has been extended while the twin chrome bumper garnish have been retained for a sporty touch.

Alloy wheels

New Koleos packs all the SUV styling codes associated with the segment, including taut lines that combine a rugged stance with head-turning looks, along with side protective mouldings, and Large-diameter 18” alloy wheels, for a more polished look.

Interior

A very stylish interior features creature comforts like customisable LED cabin lighting to complement the mood of the driver and/ or passengers, front cup holders that can be chilled or heated and a sliding centre console for ideal driving position.

In addition to having one of the longest wheelbases in its class, the Koleos’ wheelbase of 2 704mm and overall length of 4 672mm frees up record roominess for all occupants.

Rear passengers benefit from class-topping knee room (289mm) while there is also 464 litres of space in the boot which can grow to an impressive 1 700 litres with the rear seats folded down. Boasting a Euro NCAP five-star rating, all Koleos models come standard with brakes assisted by ABS, EBD, EBA, ESC and Hill Start Assist (HAS). Other key safety features include Blind Spot Warning (BSW), 360? Park Assist sensor system (all round sensors) and Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), which are standard on the Dynamique grade.

On-board sophistication and comfort

Meticulous attention to detail has been lavished on the finish of the Koleos cabin, including satin chrome inserts on the steering wheel, gear lever and air vents, as well as foamed materials on the dashboard and door trims.

The New Koleos is still generously proportioned and roomy, while key cabin features have been improved to enhance passenger comfort.

New Koleos’ SUV breeding is evident inside the cabin, which combines elegance and occupant protection.

• The driving position ensures excellent visibility, an important feature for SUV buyers.
• The high, wide, upright, tee-shaped dashboard exudes an impression of strength and a reassuring sensation of protection.
• The large, vertical, centrally-positioned dashboard display (up to 8.7”) is fully integrated and, along with the centre console, allude to power, and all-wheel drive transmission.
• The grab handles either side of the centre console are cues from the SUV motoring world and add to occupant safety whilst providing a sporty touch.

Meticulous care has been taken to ensure that the interior of the Koleos ensures the well-being of passengers.

• The use of robust, yet plush high-quality materials meets the high expectations of customers within the Medium SUV segment.
• As an example, New Koleos features a stylish satin-finish chrome for the steering wheel inserts, gear lever and air vent surrounds, along with a durable and pleasant-to-the-touch finish for the centre console. The interior also features cushion-backed materials for the dashboard and door panels.
• The leather upholstery and leather-trimmed armrests feature contrasting top stitching.
• Travel pleasure is further enhanced through customisable LED cabin lighting, with a palette of hues ranging from green and blue, to yellow, red or violet, to complement the mood of the driver and / or passengers.
• Another innovative feature worthy of premium models is the front cup holder that can be chilled or heated.

Whether sitting in the front or rear, all New Koleos’s occupants are indulged when it comes to refined travelling comfort.

• Not only are the front seats of the New Koleos extremely comfortable thanks to their enveloping design and the variable density foam, but they are deemed the very biggest in the model’s class.
• Version dependent, the front seats come with six-way power adjustment and lumbar adjustability.
• The centre console can slide 80mm forwards, enabling the ideal driving position to be set.
• The curved form of the front seat-back’s shell frees up extra room for rear passengers and enhances the impression of open space.
• Vehicle entry is facilitated by the wide aperture of the doors – amongst the widest in New Koleos’s class (front doors: 70 degrees/ rear doors 77 degrees – when fully open).
• The design of the doors protects the sills from soiling and protects passengers clothing from getting dirty when entering or exiting the car.

It is very evident that no compromise has been made between passenger comfort and the model’s looks. Its exterior features were designed to deliver the highest standard of travelling comfort for all five occupants.

• In addition to having one of the longest wheelbases in its class, New Koleos’s wheelbase (2,704mm/ overall length: 4,672mm) frees up record roominess for all occupants.
• Rear passengers benefit from class-topping knee room (289mm), plus extremely generous head room, shoulder room and elbow room, This record cabin space is further complemented by a large configurable boot and numerous practical storage solutions.
• The 464 litre boot features a convenient removable floor positioned at the same height as the sill to form a flat floor that houses a full size spare wheel.
• Handles easily located in the boot enable the Easy Break system, allowing the 60/40-split rear bench to be folded instantly to free up an impressive total carrying capacity of 1,700 litres. New Renault Koleos has 35 litres of additional storage around the cabin, including an 11-litre glove box and 7-litre cubby in the centre console.

Technological features

The Renault Koleos rises to the challenge by offering the best technology which enables increased on-board safety, connectivity and driver ease and pleasure.

New Koleos boasts a comprehensive suite of driver-assistance systems, including Blind Spot Warning (BSW) and 360? Park Assist sensor system (all round sensors).

Model dependent, the New Koleos is equipped with LED Pure Vision headlamps acting as both high and low beam headlights. Daytime running lights give the Koleos a unique look and at night, the technology is 20% more powerful than a standard halogen beam, significantly improving visibility. The rear day and night running lights feature Edge Light Technology which adds a 3D effect for clear and bright light, both from a distance and close up.

The New Koleos also is equipped with smartphone replication offering Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto® compatibility. The R-LINK 2 Sat Nav and Multimedia is offered in 2 touch screen formats (Model dependent), a 7” horizontal screen on the Expression grade and an 8.7” vertical screen on the Dynamique grade. The New Koleos features a voice recognition system activated from the steering wheel in order to manage sat nav, phone calls, apps, e-mails and radio.

Both USB portals are now located under the centre console, at the base of the gear lever, for greater convenience.

Other key convenience features include Smart-keyless entry, Powerlift Tailgate and a Reverse camera, which are standard on the Dynamique grade.

The new Renault Koleos opts for versatility

The New Koleos offers safer road-holding and outstanding reliability.

Off-road ability compatible with everyday use In keeping with the Renault design strategy introduced by Laurens can den Acker in 2010, New Koleos is covered by the ‘EXPLORE’ design pillar, which stands for robustness and a taste for adventure.

• This is immediately evident in the model’s ground clearance (210mm), which is amongst the highest in the market.
• New Koleos’s go-anywhere ability is boosted by its approach and departure angles of 19? and 26? degrees respectively.

Advanced CVT Transmission X-Tronic automatic transmission was designed to deliver greater driving enjoyment and reduced fuel consumption compared with conventional automatic transmissions. Its benefits range from instant response when accelerating rapidly, to a smoother, quitter ride and optimized fuel consumption at constant speeds.

• Unlike conventional CVT transmissions, New Koleos’s X-Tronic transmission performs more like a multi-ratio automatic whenever the driver needs to accelerate quickly.
• At the same time, this continuously variable transmission ensures seamless gear shifts when accelerating slightly, as in heavy traffic, for example.
• Thanks to its variable ratios, X-Tronic transmission proposes an infinite number of gears to ensure that engine revs and load are constantly optimized for efficient fuel consumption and low noise levels.
• The driver also has the option to select a seven-speed sequential mode to benefit from engine braking.

A global project plus proven durability within development phase, the New Renault Koleos went through extreme testing of thousands of hours of static and dynamic tests designed to ensure the model complied with Renault’s high standards and confirm its reliability. In total, the New Koleos was put through its paces with more than 1,100,000km of intensive testing.

New Koleos’s natural elegance is further complemented through the sophisticated body colour selection available, i.e. Solid White, Highland Silver, Titanium Grey, and Messien Blue, and the wheel designs available – 18” Argonaute Alloy wheels on the Expression grade and 18” Two-Tone Alloy wheels on the Dynamique grade.

Range offering

New Renault Koleos is available in two trim levels – Expression and Dynamique, comprehensively spec’d from the base level upwards.

New Koleos is powered by a 2.5 Petrol Engine CVT (4×2), with a power output of 126kW, 233Nm of Torque, CO2 emissions of 188g/100km and combined fuel consumption from 8.1litres/100km.

Peace of Mind is guaranteed with the New Renault Koleos. As is the case across Renault’s entire product range, the New Renault Koleos comes standard with a 5-year/150 000km mechanical warranty; plus, a 5-year/ 90 000km service plan and a 6-year anticorrosion warranty, with service intervals at 15 000km.

Range & pricing:

• KOLEOS Expression 2.5 CVT 4×2 R484 900
• KOLEOS Dynamique 2.5 CVT 4×2 R534 900

Optional:

Metallic paint: R 2 522

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