After making its world premiere in Beijing last April, the new Renault Koleos arrived in Europe gaining on the way a range-topping Initiale Paris version.
The new French SUV, set to hit the European market in spring 2017, is the latest model to feature the company’s new design language, following the lead of the Espace, the Talisman and the Megane.
Renault hasn’t officially announced yet which engines are going to be available with the Koleos but they did say it will use an AWD system that comes with 2WD, 4WD AUTO and 4WD LOCK modes. If this sounds familiar, it’s because it’s the same system used in the Nissan X-Trail/Rogue as the two crossovers happen to share the same platform.
The new Koleos measures 4,670 mm long and 1,840 mm wide, with a wheelbase of 2,710 mm and a 213mm ground clearance. The cabin is said to offer class-leading space for its occupants, including 289mm of rear knee room.
The list with the active safety features includes Active Emergency Braking, Lane Departure Warning, Blind Spot Warning, Safe Distance Warning, Traffic Sign Recognition with Excess Speed Warning and Tiredness Detection. The Initiale Paris version represents the range-topping Koleos and offers luxury features such as a Nappa leather upholstery, heated and ventilated front seats, a high-end audio system, an exclusive Amethyste Black paint job and 19-inch alloys among other things.
Renault will build the Koleos in Busan, South Korea and then make it available in 80 markets. Only the Chinese version will be assembled in Wuhan, China.
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