Renault South Africa has added a fourth model to its Koleos range of sports utility vehicles. The Koleos 2.0 dCi Dynamique Premium Automatic 4×4 combines the urge and frugal consumption of the marque’s dCi turbodiesel powertrain with the convenience of a latest-generation six-speed automatic gearbox.
In addition, the newcomer features Renault’s intelligent all-wheel drive system with Trajectory Control. The system splits torque between the front and rear axles, depending on traction requirements, allowing instant grip and sure-footed handling on and off the road.
The new six-speed automatic gearbox is coupled to a new version of the 2.0 dCi turbodiesel engine. The four-cylinder unit is fitted with common-rail direct diesel injection and a diesel particulate filter, and is Euro 5 compliant. The engine has a rated maximum power output of 110 kW at 4 000 r/min, while the torque peak of 320 Nm is reached at 2 000 r/min. As a result, the new Koleos has a top speed of 173 km/h.
The dCi unit’s efficiency also ensures admirable fuel consumption and low CO2 exhaust emissions. Combined-cycle consumption comes to 7.9 l/100 km, with a CO2 emissions rating of 197 g/km.
Standard equipment on this latest Koleos includes, cruise control, an Arkamys 3D 6-speaker sound system with Bluetooth connectivity, an integrated TomTom satellite navigation system, a hands-free keycard, bi-zone automatic climate control, leather upholstery, heated and electrically adjustable driver seat, and a full complement of active and passive safety features, which have earned the Koleos a five-star Euro NCAP safety rating.
The Renault Koleos 2.0 dCi Dynamique Premium Auto 4×4 retails for R439 900 (incl. VAT) and is covered by a 5-year/150 000km warranty and a 5-year/100 000km service plan.
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