RENAULT has improved the value equation of its compact SUV contender by introducing an upgraded MY10 Koleos with more equipment across the range.
While the price of the entry-level Dynamique 2WD petrol remains unchanged at $31,490, the automatic version is $500 more affordable at $33,490 and the Dynamique AWD auto is $1000 cheaper at $36,990.
The Dynamique AWD diesel auto – now the sole diesel-powered Koleos after the discontinuation of the $36,490 Dynamique 2WD auto – remains unchanged at $39,990, while the range-topping Privilege AWD auto is $1000 more expensive at $43,990.
On sale now, the MY10 Koleos adds an integrated TomTom satellite-navigation system as standard across the range, incorporating Bluetooth and auxiliary-in connection, as well as a new rear tailgate spoiler and four fresh metallic exterior paint colours.
Also now standard at base Dynamique level is a new premium Arkamys sound system, while the flagship Privilege variants gain a carbon-fibre-effect centre console, sunroof, eight-speaker Bose audio system, new alloy wheels and the option of new charcoal-finish leather upholstery.
All versions of Renault Australia’s best-seller, which comes with a five-star ANCAP safety rating, continues to come standard with front, side and curtain airbags, plus electronic stability control, ABS brakes with EBA, dual-zone climate-control, power heated/folding mirrors, rear sun blinds, a child minder mirror, roof-rails and automatic headlights and wipers.
AWD versions add Hill Descent Control and Hill Start Assist, while the top-shelf Privilege gains the Renault hands free card, front and rear parking sensors There are no changes to either the 126kW/226Nm 2.5-litre petrol engine – available with either six-speed manual or CVT automatic transmissions – or the 110kW/360Nm 2.0-litre turbo-diesel, which now comes standard with a six-speed automatic transmission.
Koleos sales are 11.4 per cent down after the first three months of this year, with 186 sold.