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Renault Unveils New Koleos At 2016 Beijing Auto Show


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Renault Koleos

A car that demonstrates Renault’s geographic and product diversification.

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Renault Koleos

LONDON - April 25, 2016: The new KOLEOS delivers all that is expected of a D-segment SUV:
• Powerful, muscular exterior lines
• Unparalleled four-wheel drive technology
• Real all-terrain ability thanks ground clearance of 213mm

And hallmarks Renault’s know how:
• A refined, comfortable interior with seats including technology and design amongst the very best in its category
• Class-leading cabin space, including 289mm of rear knee room
• Equipment shared with other high-end Renault models, like the R-LINK 2 multimedia tablet

The new KOLEOS delivers a blend of robust SUV cues and the refinement and features associated with large saloon cars.

In addition to a package that positions the new KOLEOS as the reference of its class in terms of comfort and refinement, it completes Renault’s high-end range that now includes a crossover (Espace), a large saloon car (Talisman) and its estate variant (Talisman Estate), plus an SUV (new KOLEOS).

Conceived and meticulously thought through to meet the demands of exacting customers on every continent, the new KOLEOS is destined for a global audience, with sales beginning in the third quarter of 2016 in Australia, Turkey, the Gulf states and some Latin American countries, followed by China at the end of 2016, then Russia and Europe at the beginning of 2017. For Renault, the new KOLEOS comes at a time when SUVs are enjoying strong growth in many markets, and for many consumers, this will be their first opportunity to experience Renault in their segment of choice.

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Renault Koleos

Distinct Renault design in the brand’s new flagship SUV
“The new KOLEOS completes the styling renaissance of the Renault range that began with the new Clio in 2012. As a designer, the challenge was to imagine an SUV that was not only elegant, but also modern and dynamic. To achieve this, we didn’t seek to dilute the traits that are traditionally associated with SUVs. Instead, we accentuated the segment’s familiar cues thanks to taut, powerful, horizontal lines, muscular haunches and high ground clearance. As a result, the new KOLEOS exudes an inner strength. It is every inch an SUV and every inch a Renault.” Laurens van den Acker - Renault Senior Vice President, Corporate Design.

The lines, quality and features expected of an SUV

Powerful and athletic
The new KOLEOS is an SUV that packs all the styling cues and capabilities associated with the segment.

In keeping with the Renault design strategy introduced by Laurens van den Acker, the new KOLEOS is covered by design pillar ‘EXPLORE,’ which stands for robustness and a taste for adventure. It was the pursuit of these qualities that inspired Renault’s designers to give the new KOLEOS taut, powerful, muscular lines. New Koleos features classic SUV design cues:  door protective moulding,  large-diameter wheels (up to 19 inches)  aluminium roof bars

Meanwhile, the combination of high ground clearance (213mm) and approach and departure angles of respectively 19 and 26 degrees ensures go-anywhere ability.

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Renault Koleos

A protective interior
An elevated driving position offers excellent visibility. Compared to a traditional sedan, the new KOLEOS’ driving position is 150mm higher, a reassuring feature that is highly prized by SUV buyers.

The tall, wide dashboard is intended to give driver and passenger a sense of safety and protection. Hand grips either side of the centre console echo the world of off-road motoring while imbuing the interior with a sporty feel.

The line stretching from the top of the dashboard to the rear of the armrest is one of the highlights of the new KOLEOS’ interior configuration. This central line suggests power and the world of all-wheel drive motoring.

The wide centre console ensures there is a comfortable distance between the driver and front passenger. The new KOLEOS’ SUV genes are similarly prominent inside the cabin. Redolent of comfort, quality and strength, its elegant, protective interior is in perfect harmony with the model’s exterior lines.

Unparalleled, user-friendly 4x4 technology
The new KOLEOS’ ALL MODE 4x4-i technology has already proven its capability in millions of Alliance vehicles around the world. This all-wheel drive system is extremely easy to use thanks to a switch on the dashboard to the left of the steering wheel that offers a choice between the 2WD (front-wheel drive) and 4WD AUTO modes. The latter automatically splits the torque between the front and rear wheels. At slow speeds in low-grip conditions, a third mode called 4WD LOCK allows the driver to select permanent all-wheel drive.

The new KOLEOS’ 4x4 transmission also guarantees enhanced safety and stability by neutralising understeer and oversteer, and by optimising grip in difficult conditions. To adapt to the varying requirements of its different markets, a two-wheel drive version of the new KOLEOS will also be available.

The new KOLEOS proudly sports Renault’s new styling hallmarks

Inspired by the Talisman
The styling similarities with the Talisman – Renault’s new large family saloon that was recently awarded the Most Beautiful Car of the Year accolade at the 2016 Festival Automobile International in Paris, France – are immediately apparent, and with good reason. The exteriors of these two vehicles were designed in parallel by teams led by the same designer: Alexis Martot.

As a result, the new KOLEOS is instantly recognisable as a top-of-the-range Renault, thanks notably to its front-end design that incorporates a prominent Renault logo set at the centre of a broad chrome grille.

The taut bonnet lines contribute to the car’s powerful design, an impression that is heightened by the presence of several chrome embellishments, including strips that run from the head lights along the full length of the wings to visually lengthen the front end and exude an impression of dynamism and elegance. Unique in the segment, this feature sets the new KOLEOS apart from other SUVs.

The 2,710mm wheelbase – for a total vehicle length of 4,670mm – counts amongst the longest in the class and allows the new KOLEOS to boast record-breaking interior space to position itself as a D-segment SUV.

At the rear, Renault’s trademark style is again prominently on display. The wide, horizontal tail lights amplify the impression of width (1,840mm) and draw the eye to the Renault diamond logo on the tailgate. Chrome inserts set into the lower part of the rear bumper take the shape of twin exhaust tail pipes, a detail that is complementary with the KOLEOS’ overall exterior design.