Renault launched their first SUV, the Koleos 4×4, 5-seater premium SUV during September 2011 at an initial price of Rs. 22.9 lakh, ex-showroom, Delhi. The Koleos takes on the Toyota Fortuner, Mitsubishi Pajero, Ford Endeavour and Chevrolet Captiva.
Photo: The Renault Koleos is an attractive looking SUV which offers exclusivity at an affordable price
During January 2012, the company hiked the price of the Koleos by Rs. 1 lakh due to increase in cost of raw materials and fluctuations in the currency market. At present, the Koleos costs Rs. 23.99 lakh for the 4×4 diesel automatic variant.
The Koleos is powered by a 2-litre, common-rail turbo diesel motor that belts out 148 bhp of peak power and 320 Nm of torque. The top speed of the SUV is 180 kmph (claimed) and it can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in just 12.3 seconds. The claimed mileage of the Koleos is 13.7 kmpl.
The Koleos comes with a 6-speed automatic transmission. There are three modes for the 4×4 system: 4WD lock, 2WD lock or auto 4WD lock. In the auto 4WD lock mode, the intelligent 4×4 system will prevent the wheels from locking when driving on slippery terrain.
The Koleos is offered only in a single variant: the 4×4 diesel automatic. The following table shows the features offered in the Koleos.
Renault Koleos diesel automatic (Rs. 23.99 lakh)
The Koleos gets six SRS airbags, ABS with Brake assist and EBD, dual zone automatic climate control, engine start/stop button, all leather upholstery, alloy wheels and Bose sound system.
| Criteria | Features |
|---|---|
| Comfort | Dual Zone Auto Climate Control, Rear AC Vents, Rear AC Flow Control, Smart Access Card Entry, Engine Start/Stop Button, Follow Me Home, Automatic Headlamp on Feature, Rear Sun blinds, Glove Box (Cooled & Illuminated), Seat Back Tables, Electric Tailgate Opener, Split Tail Gate, Sun visors - driver and passenger with mirror, cover and ticket holder, Coat Hanger, Closed Storages in front door armrests, Front arm rest with Storage Box & Cup Holder |
| Driving aids | All Mode 4X4-I Transmission, Power Steering, Tilt + Telescopic Steering Wheel, Cruise Control and Speed Limiter, Rear Parking Proximity Sensors, Rain Sensing Wiper, Rear Glass (Electric Defrosting), Driver seat with 6-way power adjust, leather with manual lumbar |
| Safety | ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) with Brake Assist & EBD (Electronic Brake Distribution), Antirust Warranty (5 years/100,000 Km.), 6 SRS Airbags, Side and Curtain Airbags, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounting Points, Front Fog Lamps, Front Anti-whiplash Headrests, All 4 Anti-pinch Power Windows |
| Gadgetry | Bose Sound System - with CD MP3 Player, 8 High Performance Speaker, Tweeter & Subwoofer System, Steering Mounted Audio Controls, CBOX (Digital Socket: USB & Auxiliary input), Bluetooth Connectivity, Central Display |
| Looks | 17” Alloy Wheels (Including Spare Wheel), Silver Finish Door Handles, Fully chrome surround grille, Front and Rear Skid Plates, LED Integrated Outside Rear View Mirrors, Electro Chrome Rear View Mirror, Rear Spoiler, Silver Satiated Roof Rails, Turn Signal Lamp on Outside Rear View Mirror, Soft Touch Dashboard, Premium Beige All-Leather Upholstery |
| City | Renault Koleos diesel automatic Price, Ex-showroom |
|---|---|
| Delhi | Rs. 23,99,000 |
| Mumbai | Rs. 25,14,191 |
| Chennai | Rs. 24,41,649 |
| Bangalore | Rs. 24,22,953 |
| Chandigarh | Rs. 24,08,000 |
