The French brand's first hybrid vehicle in Brazil did not have a different price, but stands out for its finish, interior space and package of standard items
The “new” Renault continues to accelerate. After Kardian and Boreal, now the brand has presented in more detail the Koleos full hybrid E-Tech SUV, the first hybrid model of the French in Brazil. The price is not yet defined, it will be announced in April, but it will be positioned above the Boreal Iconic, priced at R$ 214.990 and below the Mégane E-Tech (100% electric) with a value of R$ 279.990.
The Renault Koleos is an HEV, that is, a full hybrid, or “self-charging”. It combines the 1.5-liter turbocharged engine, with direct injection, with two electric motors coupled to the DHT (Dual Hybrid Transmission) automatic transmission with a 1.64 kWh lithium-ion battery.
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This structure allows it to deliver 245 hp by associating a 144 hp (23.4 kgfm) combustion engine and two electric motors that add up to 136 hp (32.6 kgfm). According to Renault, the Koleos should run up to 75% of the time in an urban environment with only the electric motor. Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h is done in 8.3 seconds and the top speed is electronically limited to 180 km/h.
The energy efficiency of the Renault Koleos is 1.70 MJ/km and gasoline consumption in the city is 13.1 km/l and 12.1 km/l on the highway, according to Inmetro’s Brazilian Vehicle Labeling Program (PBEV).
The Renault Koleos is made on the CMA platform, used by Geely – which owns 26% of Renault in Brazil – and Volvo, controlled by the Chinese brand. The interior space is one of the highlights of the hybrid SUV. It has a length of 4.77 meters, a wheelbase of 2.82 m, a width of 1.88 and a height of 1.68 m. The trunk has a capacity of 431 liters.
Renault draws inspiration from the design codes of the Alpine brand and incorporates the two-tone roof, satin paint finish on the esprit Alpine full hybrid E-Tech version, as well as laser-engraved blue accents on the doors, bumpers and front grille. This version has 20” diamond and blacked-out wheels.
The finish and coating have materials such as leather and Alcantara. Also noteworthy are the three high-resolution 12.3″ panels with compatibility with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The experience is complemented by functions such as gesture control, which allows you to adjust the volume or settings without touching the buttons, real-time camera viewing and remote system updates (FOTA). The sound system has Bose’s signature with 10 speakers and active noise cancellation transforms each journey into an immersive and silent experience.
Renault Koleos comes with up to 29 advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS). Among them, the autonomous parking system stands out, capable of manoeuvring automatically in a beacon, perpendicular or diagonal. Also noteworthy are the 7 airbags.
It also features Level 2 autonomous driving in fast lanes, helping to keep the vehicle in lane, regulating the distance according to the vehicle moving forward and providing lane change assistance, for a smoother driving experience on longer journeys.
As for active safety, the Koleos also incorporates automatic emergency braking both front and rear, evasive maneuver assistant to avoid collisions through quick and safe maneuvers, as well as lane keeping assistant to prevent unintentional exits.
Renault itself also highlights the 360º camera with 540° transparent chassis function, which allows the driver to see what is happening around and under the vehicle, facilitating control in maneuvers and difficult terrain.
Check out the full package:
Intelligent high beam (AHL): it is a system that automatically switches the headlights due to the camera detects the brightness of the headlights of the vehicle coming from the opposite direction and adjusts the intensity, the system turns on the high beams when the environment is dark and there is no traffic, but turns off when it detects the approach of another vehicle.
Speed limiter (SL): It limits the maximum speed of a vehicle, which can be fixed or programmable by the driver.
Adaptive cruise control with Stop&Go (ACC): The system automatically adjusts the car’s speed to maintain a safe distance from the vehicle ahead, brakes in traffic, and resumes movement on its own. Ideal for quieter driving in traffic jams.
Ramp Start Assist (HSA): It keeps the vehicle stationary on an incline and when the driver engages the gear and accelerates, the car is released, facilitating acceleration on hills.
Safe Distance Alert (DW): Displays the time relative to the vehicle in front, with colors or symbols to differentiate between a safe and dangerous distance. Typically enabled when ACC is not being used.
Active driver assist (LC): This system combines adaptive cruise control with Stop&Go (ACC) with active driver assist (LC), allowing the vehicle to remain centered in the lane at a safe distance, in a fluid and continuous manner, allowing autonomous lane change when the driver activates the turn signal and the vehicle understands that it is possible to change lanes.
Rear parking sensors: park effortlessly with radars by signaling obstacles in the back thanks to audible and visual cues, helping you maneuver
Head-Up display (HUD): Projecting driving information onto the windshield, the 9.3″ HUD of the Koleos full hybrid E-Tech allows the driver to maintain attention while monitoring the vehicle’s ADAS and road traffic information, ensuring more comfort and safety.
Reversing camera (RVC): see behind the vehicle when reversing, with dynamic guides that make maneuvers easier and safer.
Front parking sensors: Be alerted to obstacles in front of your vehicle, so you can park with confidence
Side parking sensors: this system alerts you to side obstacles, making your parking maneuvers easier.
360º camera with 3D vision (AVM): the system uses cameras around the vehicle to digitally reconstruct the environment in 360°, generating a three-dimensional image that facilitates maneuvering in narrow spaces. The 3D view allows the driver to see obstacles around the vehicle with greater clarity, increasing accuracy and safety during parking and maneuvering.
Transparent chassis function (540°): The system uses the cameras of the 360° vision set to create an enlarged projection of the area below and around the front of the vehicle, simulating a view “through” the body. This allows the driver to see low obstacles, potholes, curbs and ground irregularities that are normally out of sight, making maneuvers and movements in narrow spaces much safer.
Autonomous parking assistant: the system automatically performs the entire parking maneuver, the vehicle searches for parking spaces with the cameras, the user stops near the chosen space, selects to start the maneuver in the multimedia, removes the foot from the brake and the vehicle starts the parking process, identifying the space, controlling steering, acceleration and braking until the parking ends.
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB): This system alerts when there is a risk of collision, and can activate braking if the driver does not react. Detects obstacles ahead: vulnerable stopped or moving vehicles (pedestrians and cyclists) in the speed range. It emits a visual and audible alert and then applies the vehicle’s brakes when quickly approaching the obstacle ahead, pedestrians or cyclists avoiding or minimizing a collision.
Automatic Emergency Braking Forward and Cornering (AEB JA): When the vehicle makes a turn, the system calculates the distance between cars or people, issues a visual and audible alert, and then applies the vehicle’s brakes when quickly approaching the obstacle ahead, pedestrians, or cyclists avoiding or minimizing a collision.
Lane Keeping Alert (LDW): the system warns the driver if the vehicle leaves its lane by means of an audible alert or steering wheel vibration.
Lane Keep Assist (LKA): The system detects if the vehicle leaves its lane and applies a steering wheel correction to help the driver stay in the lane.
Lane Keeping Assist in Oncoming Traffic (E-LKA OC+RE): acts in critical situations, such as in the event of the risk of leaving the road or in the presence of an oncoming vehicle or detection of dangerous overtaking. The system alerts the driver and corrects the steering by keeping the vehicle in the lane to reduce any risk of collision that has been detected.
Blind Spot Alert (BSW): The system detects the presence of vehicles (cars, trucks, two-wheelers, etc.) behind and to the side of the vehicle and determines if there is a possible risk of collision. In this case, a light signal in the exterior mirror on the side of the risk of collision serves as a warning to the driver.
Safe Occupant Exit Alert (OSE): This system uses the two rear side radars to identify vehicles coming from behind at the moment, alerting occupants visually and audibly before they disembark from the vehicle.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA): allows you to safely exit a space in reverse, thanks to rear side radars that detect and warn of approaching obstacles in the corners of the vehicle. Warning system that uses rear side radar sensors to detect cross traffic in reverse maneuvers and is applicable in perpendicular or angled parking situations. The driver is warned when an object (vehicle, motorcycle, bicycle, etc.) approaches the rear of the vehicle with a risk of collision. Conditions: Rear gear engaged and vehicle speed between 12 km/h and 2 km/h.
Rear Cross Traffic Braking (RCTB): When performing reverse maneuvers in parking spaces, garage exits or places with low visibility, the system identifies vehicles or obstacles that may cross the rear of your path. When there is a risk, the RCTB triggers audible and visual alerts and, if necessary, automatically applies the brakes to avoid collisions or reduce their severity.
Front Cross Traffic Alert (FCTA): At intersections, driveways or places with low visibility, the system identifies obstacles that may cross your path, even before you see them. When there is risk, FCTA warns you immediately through audible and visual alerts, helping you react at the right time.
Automatic Emergency Rear Braking (RAEB): In reverse departure maneuvers, the vehicle automatically brakes if there is an obstacle behind the vehicle.
Lane Keep Assist with Blind Spot Intervention: corrects steering when it detects that the vehicle is about to hit another vehicle that is going in the same direction but is in the blind spot.
Evasive Driving Assistant (ESA): Increases the steering torque of the driver’s car when the applied torque is insufficient to avoid an obstacle in order to avoid a collision.
Rear Collision Warning: The instrument panel and the head-up display alert the driver in the event of an approach to an obstacle in the rear corner of the vehicle.
Braking Collision Mitigation System (MCB): applies the brakes to avoid or reduce the impact of a secondary collision after the vehicle has already suffered a first accident. When a primary collision activates the airbag, data is sent to the electronic stability control system to slow down the vehicle.
