Renault Koleos (2017 – 2020) Review

April 2016

Renault Koleos launched

Engines are the familiar 1.6 dCi 130PS, 1.6 dCi 175PS and the 1.6 TCe 163PS as already available in the Qashqai and X-Trail.

Transmission is a 6-speed manual or X-Tronic CVT and, like the X-Trail, the Koleos is available with 2WD or 4WD. A ground clearance or 213mm and approach and departure angles of 19 and 26 degrees make it reasonably capable off road.

4,670mm long x 1,840mm wide x 1,710 high on a 2,705mm wheelbase. 37mm longer than X-Trail.

624 litre loadspace seats up. 1,982 litres seats down. 11 litre glovebox. 289mm rear legroom.

Standard wheel and tyre sizes are 17-inch with 225/65 R17 tyres or 18-inch with 225/60 R18 tyres.

Signature models come on 19-inch wheels with 225/55 R19 fronts and 235/55 R19 rears.

A key feature of the new Koleos interior and also key to travelling comfort is R-LINK 2. The system serves as a connected control centre to coordinate functions like infotainment, navigation, hands-free telephony, radio and driver aids. Key features are:

May 2017

Prices for Koleos announced

The All-New Koleos is offered in a six version high-end line-up based on two trim levels that will be familiar to Renault owners – Dynamique S Nav and Signature Nav. Both trim levels provide a truly comprehensive standard specification.

The dCi 130 engine is available on both trim levels with a six-speed manual transmission and two-wheel drive.

The dCi 175 engine is available with either a six-speed manual or seven-speed Auto X-Tronic transmission – both with ALL-MODE 4x4-i four-wheel drive.

Load space is 458-litres (VDA) with all seats in place and 1690-litres (VDA) with rear seats down. (Differs from originally quoted 624 litre loadspace seats up. 1,982 litres seats down.) One-Touch easy folding rear seats fold (individually or all at once) via a button in the boot.

The Signature Nav comes with a Powered Automatic Tailgate that can open or close the rear boot by a press on the keycard or, conveniently if carrying luggage, by waving a foot under the rear bumper. It has a kerb weight of 1650kg and a towing capability of 2000kg (braked) and 750kg (unbraked).

Dynamique S features an opening panoramic sunroof. Part-black leather upholstery with extra tinted rear windows, ambient lighting, cup holders able to heat and cool drinks for front passengers and a central armrest with in-built cup holders in the rear, maintain a comfortable yet practical feel to the All-New Koleos. Automatic Dual-zone climate control, a Hands Free Keycard and automatic lights and wipers are also standard.

Four USB and two AUX ports are provided. The Arkamys 3D Sound 4x35W DAB radio with seven-inch touchscreen R-LINK2 multimedia system includes satellite navigation with TomTom LIVE traffic updates, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone replications, Western European mapping, Bluetooth audio streaming and Handsfree connectivity.

The Koleos Dynamique S sports 18-inch ‘Agapi’ two-tone alloy wheels and electrically- adjustable heated and folding door mirrors. Longitudinal roof bars provide a hint at the rugged off-road capabilities of the SUV.

Signature Nav adds to this specification with 19-inch ‘Galiki’ two-tone alloy wheels and full LED ‘Pure Vision’ headlights to the exterior.

January 2018

Koleos Initiale Paris introduced

The Initiale Paris gets two-tone Nappa leather and Hands Free Parking. An Amethyst body colour is an exclusive option. It is available to order, priced at £36,700.

The Koleos Initiale Paris has heated and ventilated front seats, an opening panoramic sunroof, powered automatic tailgate, full LED ‘Pure Vision’ headlights ambient lighting, heated and cooling front cup holders. Automatic Dual-Zone climate control, a Handsfree Keycard and automatic lights and wipers are also standard.

The portrait 8.7-inch touchscreen R-LINK2 multimedia system includes satellite navigation with TomTom LIVE traffic updates, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone replications, Western European mapping, Bluetooth audio streaming and Handsfree connectivity.

February 2018

Renault reduces warranty from four years to three years

Renault models ordered and registered from 1 February 2018 are covered by a warranty package for up to three years from date of first registration. The first two years unlimited mileage, followed by a further one year limited to a total mileage of 60,000 (100,000 miles for Koleos, Zoe and LCV vehicles).

Models registered up to and including 31 January 2018 are still covered by a four-year warranty package. The first two years unlimited mileage and the third and fourth years are limited to 100,000 miles.

June 2019

Renault Koleos revamped for 2019.

Only available as X-Tronic CVT automatic, now with same chain-cam, manifold in head 1,749cc 150PS/340Nm diesel engine as Renault Kadjar and Nissan Qashqai and X-Trail (developed from Renault 1.6DCi) and improved 1,995cc chain cam diesel with 190PS/380Nm.

Refreshed exterior design, plus new alloy wheels and additional colour options. Upgraded R-LINK 2 infotainment with full screen Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Enhanced interior with new high-grade materials for increased premium feel. Full suite of advanced safety technologies, including autonomous emergency braking with pedestrian detection and adaptive cruise control. Intelligent All Mode 4x4 i four-wheel drive and excellent ground clearance.

Standard 'Pure Vision' LED headlamps that offer 20 percent more light than traditional lights. Renault EasyLife line-up of Iconic and GT-Line models.

Infotainment uses Renault’s R-LINK 2 multimedia system, which has full-screen compatibility with Apple CarPlay. Featuring a 7-inch landscape touchscreen on Iconic models and an 8.7-inch portrait layout on GT-Line, this feature allows for both easier reading of the display and quicker, safer access to functions.

In addition, R-LINK 2 provides access to a wide variety of apps, including the Waze navigation system. Plus are two USB plugs, which for easier access are now located under the centre console at the base of the gear lever. As a further safety boost, the sat nav, telephone, app, email and radio functions can be accessed using voice control by simply pressing a button on the steering wheel.

September 2019

Updated Renault Koleos priced from £28,195

The new Renault Koleos is now available to order, with prices starting from £28,195 and customer deliveries commencing in November.

A pair of new Blue dCi diesel engines are more powerful and efficient than the units they replace, says Renault. The new 1.7-litre Blue dCi 150 engine is available in front-wheel drive only, while the larger 2.0-litre Blue dCi 190 is matched to Renault’s intelligent All Mode 4x4-i system.

Both are paired with Renault’s CVT transmission and have been tuned to deliver maximum torque at only 1,750rpm, the Blue dCi 150 producing 340Nm and the Blue dCi 190 developing 380Nm. As a result, the updated Koleos is more comfortable and usable than its predecessor, with notable improvements in real-world acceleration. All versions now also benefit from hands-free parking.

Subtle styling changes include pure Vision LED headlamps, which are now standard across the range, as part of a new front-end design that also includes a more prominent grille with chrome detailing, new bumper design, and a larger, more purposeful skid plate. At the back, there’s a bigger skid plate, additional chrome trim, new lower rear bumper and a larger high-level brake light that complements the 3D effect edge light tail lamps.

Exterior revisions are completed with the availability of new ‘Red Vintage’ metallic paint, extra side trim and new, two tone alloy wheel designs for all versions.

Inside, the updated Koleos features soft-touch materials and revised satin trim inserts. Rear seat passenger comfort is also improved, with a two-stage reclining seat back now standard on all models.

The introduction of a pedestrian detection function for the Active Emergency Braking System (AEBS) completes the revisions, heightening safety for occupants of New Koleos and other road users. Other advanced safety systems fitted as standard include Blind Spot Warning, Lane Departure Warning and over speed prevention with traffic sign recognition.

Following the launch of the Koleos EasyLife range in October 2018, the revised Koleos features just two trim lines – Iconic and GT Line. Both trim lines can be specified with either of the new Blue dCi engines.

Standard equipment across the range includes a 7-inch screen with satellite navigation and smartphone replication, front and rear parking sensors with reversing camera, hands free keycard, automatic dual zone climate control, full ‘Pure Vision’ LED headlights, cruise control and speed limiter, automatic lights and wipers, heated/cooled cup holders and auto-dimming rear-view mirror.

The Iconic features new 18-inch two-tone alloy wheels, while new 19-inch versions are standard on the GT Line. The GT Line also adds a powered tailgate, leather upholstery with heated, electrically-adjustable front seats and an 8.7-inch portrait infotainment screen.

December 2019

5-Year 100,000 mile factory warranty announced on all new Renault The warranty applies to all new Renault cars registered from 18 December 2019 both retail and fleet cars and features an unlimited mileage limit during the first two years and up to 100,000 miles up to 5 years old.

The new five-year warranty covers all Renault passenger vehicles, from All-New Clio supermini through to the New Koleos SUV. Also included are Renault’s all-electric Z.E. vehicles: New ZOE and Twizy.

As before, all new Renault models will be backed by a three-year roadside assistance package with a 100,000 mile limit for Z.E. vehicles and New Koleos, and a 60,000 mile limit for all other models.