2018 Renault Koleos vs 2019

What's the difference?

The Koleos is a sort of left-field choice, really, and that's probably not very fair. It's a proper mainstream car from a manufacturer that has been around longer than most, built on a proven platform.

It is, however, different enough for you to take notice. It looks good, has a bit of presence when viewed from either end and you can say you've got a Renault. It's only problem is it seems to be having and identity crisis.

Despite its flaws, I'm personally very fond of the Koleos - that doesn't mean you will be, obviously. I like the way it goes about its business and it's a Renault for people who aren't looking for something peculiar to the segment. In other words, it ain't no Avantime.

And that's okay - Renault could probably do with a sensible car in an important segment and the Koleos meets all the criteria for sensible. It's well-priced, the ownership proposition is a good one and it doesn't do anything whacky. Apart from wearing a Renault badge, with Japanese underguts and being built in South Korea, obviously.