The Renault Koleos is a compact crossover SUV produced by French manufacturer Renault since 2006. It was designed and developed in collaboration with Nissan, which resulted in the near-identical Nissan X-Trail.
First Generation (2006-2010)
The first-generation Koleos was unveiled at the 2006 Paris Motor Show and went on sale in Europe in November 2007. It shared its platform and engine options with the Nissan Qashqai, but featured a more traditional SUV design with a separate body and frame.
- Length: 4,445 mm (175 in)
- Width: 1,794 mm (70.6 in)
- Height: 1,673 mm (65.9 in)
- Wheelbase: 2,670 mm (105 in)
The Koleos was powered by a range of engines, including a 2.5-liter petrol engine producing 175 horsepower and a 2.0-liter diesel engine delivering 150 horsepower.
Second Generation (2011-2015)
In 2011, Renault introduced the second-generation Koleos, which featured a more modern design and improved interior space. The new model was built on an updated version of the Nissan platform and shared its engine options with the X-Trail.
- Length: 4,564 mm (179.7 in)
- Width: 1,825 mm (71.8 in)
- Height: 1,675 mm (65.9 in)
- Wheelbase: 2,700 mm (106.3 in)
The second-generation Koleos was available with a range of engines, including a 2.5-liter petrol engine producing 176 horsepower and a 2.0-liter diesel engine delivering 150 horsepower.
Facelift (2015-2021)
In 2015, Renault facelifted the Koleos, which brought updated styling, improved interior features, and enhanced safety equipment. The facelifted model retained its 2.0-liter diesel engine option but introduced a new 1.6-liter turbocharged petrol unit producing 160 horsepower.
- Length: 4,563 mm (179.7 in)
- Width: 1,825 mm (71.8 in)
- Height: 1,675 mm (65.9 in)
- Wheelbase: 2,700 mm (106.3 in)
The facelifted Koleos also featured a range of advanced safety features, including lane departure warning and blind spot detection.
Third Generation (2021-present)
In 2021, Renault introduced the third-generation Koleos, which marked a significant redesign for the model. The new Koleos features a more aggressive exterior design, improved interior space, and advanced safety equipment.
- Length: 4,670 mm (183.9 in)
- Width: 1,855 mm (72.6 in)
- Height: 1,690 mm (66.5 in)
- Wheelbase: 2,700 mm (106.3 in)
The new Koleos is powered by a range of engines, including a 1.6-liter turbocharged petrol unit producing 160 horsepower and a 2.0-liter diesel engine delivering 150 horsepower.
The Renault Koleos has been praised for its spacious interior, comfortable ride, and impressive off-road capabilities. However, some critics have noted that the model's design and features have not kept pace with those of its competitors in more recent years.
