Renault Koleos revised for 2012

Pity ... it's a good thing. There's a new (revised) version in the offing due sometime soon to be sold in 40 markets and in various grades. It has a more "expressive" front-end look, while the carefully-finished interior delivers the expected package of refined appointments and travelling comfort.

The model will be available with either a 2.5-litre petrol engine (TR 25) or a 2.0 dCi diesel (M9R) both lifted from the Nissan X-Trail which is a twin under the skin to Koleos.

The CO2 emissions of the diesel powerplants have been reduced significantly.

New Koleos can be specified with either 4x2 or 4x4 transmission. The two wheel drive is comfortable and in and about town, while the all wheel drive boasts real off-road ability.

Its extensive equipment specification includes all Renault's latest useful and intuitive technologies, including parking sensors, hands-free entry and ignition, joystick-operated Carminat TomTom Live navigation and hill start assist.

Koleos is designed by Renault and manufactured at the Renault Samsung Motors plant in Busan, South Korea, it benefits from Renault's vast experience in the realms of both passive and active safety for a reassuring drive whatever the terrain.