2026 Renault Master E-Tech Reviews

Renault's new global SUV has been given a name, but it's still a secret.

The top-of-the-range Koleos is known as the Intens. It might be a silly name but it's properly loaded with stuff as long as you're happy to stump up $44,990 for the all-wheel drive petrol and $47,490 for the only diesel in the range. The Intens is quite literraly weighed down with 18-inch alloys, a 12-speaker stereo,

The second of three Renault Koleos variants, the Zen is available from $35,490 for the front-wheel drive 2.5-litre petrol.

The Renault Koleos range opens up with the Life, one of three regular spec levels after the demise of the Initiale.

The Renault Koleos puts a French spin on the mid-size SUV, using the underpinnings of its Nissan X-Trail stablemate as a base.

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Renault Australia has released a special-edition version of its best-selling Koleos medium SUV, with the S-Edition priced at $44,990 drive-away.The Koleos S-Edition is exclusively available with a 4x2 drivetrain, but adds a number of touches over-and-above the Intens variant upon which it is based.Distinguishing features on the the special-edition SUV include S-Edition sill plates, blue interior trim pieces, and blue-hued stitching on blue perforated black leather seat covers.Four exterior colours are available including 'Solid White', 'Universal White', 'Meissen Blue' and 'Grey Metallic'.The Renault Koleos range consists of five grades, Life, Zen, Intens, Intens Diesel and Initiale.Pricing opens up at $29,990 plus on-road costs for the Life 4x2, stretching to $49,990 for the range-topping Initiale 4x4.The new Koleos, like its Intens donor, is motivated by a 126kW/226Nm 2.5-litre petrol four-cylinder engine that is paired with a continuously variable transmission (CVT).In 2017, Renault sold 3120 examples of the Koleos which was a 104.7 per cent lift over 2016 – the year it was launched.However, the vehicle still struggles to faze its hard-charging rivals including the Mazda CX-5, Hyundai Tucson and Toyota RAV4, which were each picked up by more than 20,000 customers last year.{{nid:701092018 Renault Koleos list pricingRenault Koleos Life 4x2 – automatic – $29,990Renault Koleos Zen 4x2 – automatic – $33,990Renault Koleos Zen 4x4 – automatic – $36,490Renault Koleos S-Edition – automatic – $44,990 D/ARenault Koleos Intens 4x4 – automatic – $43,490Renault Koleos Diesel 4x4 – automatic – $46,990Renault Koleos Initiale 4x4 – automatic – $49,990

Renault has revealed the most hardcore version of its Megane R.S. ever; a fire-breathing Trophy edition that's seen the French hot hatch break through the 300 horsepower barrier for the first time.

Renault's all-electric Zoe will at last be offered to private customers in Australia.

Renault Australia has confirmed pricing for its forthcoming Megane RS, with the performance hatch set to hit local showrooms in November with a starting price of $44,990 plus on-road costs.Opting for a six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission instead of the standard six-speed manual bumps pricing up to $47,490, which still leaves the French hot hatch among the least expensive in its segment. For comparison, the Megane RS sits below key rivals including the Peugeot 308 GTi, which starts at $45,990, the identically priced $50,990 Honda Civic Type R and all-paw Ford Focus RS, as well as the Volkswagen Golf R Grid at $47,490.However, the Renault still loses out to the recently-released Hyundai i30 N with its sub-$40k price-tag of $39,990, as well as entry-level offerings such as the Volkswagen Golf GTI Original ($37,490) and the Ford Focus ST ($38,990).Only one variant will be available, the Sport, though a $1490 Cup pack can be optioned in manual versions, adding go-fast extras including Brembo 'bi-material' brakes, 19-inch black alloy wheels, a Torsen limited-slip diff and a 'Cup' chassis which is 10 per cent stiffer with revised springs, dampers and bump stops.Renault will also offer options including metallic paint, Alcantara upholstery, a Bose sound system and a panoramic sunroof.Motivating the car is a 1.8-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine developing 205kW at 6000rpm and 390Nm between 2400-4800rpm, which is sent exclusively to the front wheels.Renault's '4Control' four-wheel steering system is equipped to improve both high-speed handling and low-speed maneuverability, and 355mm front and 290mm rear rotors handle braking.Standard safety equipment includes auto emergency braking (AEB), adaptive cruise control, blind-spot warning, distance warning, ESC, ABS, hands-free parking, surround parking sensors, rearview camera and hill-start assist.Inside, the hot hatch features an 8.7-inch multimedia system capable of displaying performance analytics including acceleration, braking, and wheel angle.Furthermore, the car gains RS badging, sports seats, a perforated leather steering wheel and shifter, satellite navigation, dual-zone climate control, and heated folding wing mirrors.2018 Renault Megane RS list pricingRenault Megane RS – manual – $44,990Renault Megane RS – automatic – $47,490