RENAULT ANNOUNCES PRICES OF ITS NEW 4X4 CROSSOVER KOLEOS
Renault announces pricing and specification of its new 4x4 crossover Koleos
Available in three trims, Dynamique, Dynamique S and Privilège
Offered with two diesel engines, dCi 150 and dCi 175 with a choice of six-speed manual or automatic gearbox
Prices start at £17,995 rising to £24,695
Koleos beats some competitors on price by as much as £1,500 and carries more equipment as standard
Koleos comes with a three-year, 100,000 mile warranty
First Renault to feature four-wheel drive from launch
Available in four and two-wheel drive
In UK showrooms from 4th July 2008
Renault’s longstanding MPV experience combined with the 4x4 technology already proven on existing Alliance models, ensures that its all-new 4x4 crossover, Koleos, benefits from a rich heritage of expertise.
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.
Koleos beats the competition
Renault may be a newcomer to the 4x4 crossover segment, but it already beats some of its closest competitors in a number of areas including price, standard equipment, boot space, approach/ departure angle and warranty.
Expected best-seller, 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’ standard equipment list is also impressive, especially compared to its rivals who can only offer features that are standard on Koleos, such as fog lamps and enhanced comfort features you’d expect on a 4x4 such as cruise control, as options.
Renault’s continual improvements in the quality and durability of its products are further enforced with Koleos’ three-year, 100,000 miles warranty offering complete peace of mind. Some competitors just can’t match Renault Koleos in terms of warranty with the VW Tiguan, Ford Kuga, Toyota RAV4 available with three-year, 60,000 miles warranty and the Honda CR-V offering three-year, 90,000 miles.
