The new Renault Koleos 4WD and 2WD variants offer exceptional cabin space, a generous equipment list and a high-end interior befitting a premium D-segment sport utility vehicle (SUV).
Its powerful 2.5-litre petrol engine produces 171PS and 226Nm of torque, mated to an X-Tronic CVT automatic transmission, and is also extremely responsive with 200Nm of torque available from 1,800rpm.
The Koleos 4WD has All-Mode 4X4-i technology, which permanently monitors grip levels to ensure optimal traction for more dynamic performance, greater stability and enhanced safety.
Also new to the 4WD version is an elegant Marron Red colour and a hands-free power tailgate, which can be opened by swiping the foot underneath the rear bumper. The Koleos offers class-leading space, and its front seats are among the biggest in its class. Rear passengers are pampered with a knee-room of 289mm, which outclasses rival models.
Boot space is abundant at 542 litres and can be expanded to 1,690 litres with the 60/40-split rear bench seat folded.
Pure Vision LED headlamps and permanently-lit LED tail lights, 18-inch alloy wheels, black leather upholstery, and customisable LED cabin lighting complete the premium look and feel.
Standard items include a powered driver’s seat, keyless entry with automatic “walk away” door locking, automatic wipers and headlamps, electronic parking brake, four USB ports, cooled front cupholders, three 12V sockets and eight audio speakers mated to a R-LINK 2 multimedia system with voice recognition, Bluetooth, and a 8.7-inch touchscreen.
Safety systems include six airbags, electronic stability programme with traction control, hill start assist, blind spot warning system, ISOFIX child seat points, a rear view camera and front, rear and side parking sensors.
The 4WD version, priced at RM209,000, is a dual winner at the CarSifu Editors’ Choice Awards 2017, capturing the Best SUV/Crossover – Large-size 4X4 and the Most Well-Specced Large-size SUV/Crossover categories. The Koleos 2WD costs RM184,200.
The Koleos gets a five-year full manufacturer’s warranty with unlimited mileage. This warranty is fully backed by Renault, giving owners better peace of mind.
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