Renault Koleos#II
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Renault Koleos
| image = 2018 Renault Koleos Initiale Paris DCi 4X4 2.0 Front.jpg
| manufacturer = Renault
| production = 2007–present
| class =
| body_style = 5-door SUV
| layout = {{ubl|Front-engine, front-wheel-drive|Front-engine, four-wheel-drive}}
| successor = Renault Espace VI (Europe){{Cite web |date=2023-03-27 |title=Renault Espace gets an SUV makeover, goes on a diet |url=https://europe.autonews.com/cars-concepts/renault-espace-minivan-reborn-suv | first = Peter | last = Sigal | access-date=2023-03-28 |website=Automotive News Europe |language=en}}
}}
The Renault Koleos is a crossover SUV manufactured by the French manufacturer Renault over three generations. It is primarily manufactured in Busan, South Korea by Renault Korea (previously Renault Samsung Motors).
In South Korea, its main market, the first generation was marketed as the Renault Samsung QM5 and the second generation is marketed as the Renault Samsung QM6. The latter uses the Renault–Nissan CMF-CD modular platform shared with the Nissan X-Trail/Rogue (T32) and Renault Kadjar. The third generation is marketed as the Renault Grand Koleos and moved to the Compact Modular Architecture platform developed by Geely. It is based on the Geely Xingyue L / Monjaro.
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{{anchor|HY}}First generation (HY; 2007)
{{Infobox automobile
| name = First generation
| image = Renault Koleos front.JPG
| model_code = HY
| aka = Renault Samsung QM5 (South Korea)
| production = 2007–2016
| assembly = {{ubl |South Korea: Busan (Renault Samsung) |India: Chennai (Renault India) (2010–2017) |Russia: Moscow (2012–2014){{cite web |title=Renault Koleos |url=http://wroom.ru/en/cars/renault/koleos |publisher=Wroom.ru |access-date=24 March 2017 |archive-date=25 March 2017 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170325201533/http://wroom.ru/en/cars/renault/koleos |url-status=dead }}}}
| designer = Patrick Le Quément
| class = Compact crossover SUV
| related = Nissan Rogue (S35)
Nissan Qashqai (J10)
Nissan X-Trail (T31)
| engine = {{ubl|
| Petrol:
| 2.0 L M4R I4 16V (China, Russia)
| 2.5 L Nissan QR25DE I4 16V
| Diesel:
| 2.0 L M9R I4
}}
| platform = Renault–Nissan C platform
| transmission = 6-speed manual
6-speed automatic
CVT
| wheelbase = {{convert|2690|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| length = {{convert|4520|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| width = {{convert|1855|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| height = {{convert|1695|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| weight = {{convert|1639|-|1784|kg|abbr=on}}
}}The Koleos was an addition to the Renault compact SUV market, after selling the Scénic RX4 and the Kangoo, but it has never produced a true crossover SUV. A Koleos concept car was shown in the media as early as February 2000.{{cite web|title=Renault Koleos|url=http://www.autoevolution.com/cars/renault-koleos-2008.html|publisher=Autoevolution.com|access-date=14 September 2011}}
The Koleos was unveiled in 2006 as the Renault Koleos Concept at the Paris Motor Show.{{cite web |access-date=10 April 2024 |author=Renault |date=2008 |format=pdf |language=fr |title=Document de Référence 2007 |url=https://www.renaultgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/renault_-_document_de_reference_2007.pdf |website=Renault Group}} The production model was launched at the end of 2007 in South Korea, and in 2008 in other markets.
The Koleos' body design was based on the Renault Koleos and Renault Egeus concept cars. Some of the Koleos's competitors, such as the Citroën C-Crosser and the Peugeot 4007, were also presented by the time it was launched. ADAC of Germany awarded five stars to the Koleos, in a crash test done in August 2008.{{cite web|title=Renault Koleos|url=http://www.adac.de/_ext/itr/tests/Crashtest/CT0258.pdf|publisher=ADAC|access-date=14 September 2011|date=28 August 2008}}
A facelifted Koleos was unveiled in July 2011, and shown at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2011.{{cite web |date=5 July 2013 |title=Renault Koleos facelift revealed |url=http://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/renault-koleos-facelift-revealed-22231 |access-date=21 April 2016 |publisher=Carsguide.com.au}} In August 2010, the Koleos was withdrawn from the United Kingdom, due to poor sales of under 2,600 units.{{Cite web |title=RENAULT KOLEOS (model family) - How Many Left? |url=https://www.howmanyleft.co.uk/family/renault_koleos#newreg |access-date=2023-08-12 |website=www.howmanyleft.co.uk}}{{cite web|url=http://www.which.co.uk/cars/renault-koleos/|title = Renault Koleos (2008-2010) New and used cars}} Production ended in March 2015.
=Worldwide Marketing=
==South Korea==
For the market in South Korea, the Koleos was manufactured by Renault Samsung Motors (a subsidiary of Renault) at its Busan plant in South Korea, and was sold as the Renault Samsung QM5 (H45).{{cite web|title=Renault Koleos review|url=http://www.autocar.co.uk/CarReviews/RoadTestsHistory/Renault-Koleos-2.0-dCi-175-Privilege-4WD/234349/|publisher=Autocar.co.uk|access-date=14 September 2011|date=6 August 2008}}
==India==
In the market in India, Renault introduced the Koleos in September 2011. It was available with a 2.0 dCi diesel engine, with a maximum power output of 150 PS at 4000 rpm, and peak torque of 320 Nm at 2000 rpm.
=Engines=
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Engine | Displacement | Power | Top speed | 0–100 km/h (0-62 mph) |
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2.0 L 16V{{cite web |url=http://wroom.ru/en/cars/renault/koleos/spec/1 |title=Renault Koleos — specifications |website=Wroom.ru |access-date=24 March 2017 |archive-date=25 March 2017 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170325201433/http://wroom.ru/en/cars/renault/koleos/spec/1 |url-status=dead }}
| 1997 cc | {{convert|103|kW|PS bhp|0|abbr=on}} | {{convert|174|km/h|mph|0|abbr=on}} | 9.5 s | |
2.5 L 16V
| 2488 cc | {{convert|126|kW|PS bhp|0|abbr=on}} | {{convert|180|km/h|mph|0|abbr=on}} | 9.3 s | |
2.0 L dCi
| 1998 cc | {{convert|110|kW|PS bhp|0|abbr=on}} | {{convert|190|km/h|mph|0|abbr=on}} | 10.4 s | |
2.0 L dCi
| 1998 cc | {{convert|129|kW|PS bhp|0|abbr=on}} | {{convert|200|km/h|mph|0|abbr=on}} | 9.8 s |
=Gallery=
File:RenaultKoleos6.JPG|Renault Koleos Concept
File:RenaultKoleos2.JPG|Renault Koleos Concept
File:2009 Renault Koleos (H45) Privilege 2.5 4WD wagon (2010-07-19).jpg|Renault Koleos (pre-facelift)
File:00 SAMSUNG QM5 3.jpg|Renault Samsung QM5 (pre-facelift)
File:Renault Koleos Dynamique dCi 150 (Facelift) – Frontansicht, 10. März 2013, Wülfrath.jpg|Renault Koleos (facelift)
File:Renault Koleos Dynamique dCi 150 (Facelift) – Heckansicht, 10. März 2013, Wülfrath.jpg|Renault Koleos (facelift)
File:00 samsung qm5 1.jpg|Renault Samsung QM5 (facelift)
File:Renault Koleos 2.5 Dynamique AWD 2014 (14499356989).jpg|Renault Koleos (second facelift)
File:00 SAMSUNG QM5 5.jpg|Renault Samsung QM5 (second facelift)
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{{anchor|HC}}Second generation (HC; 2016)
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{{Infobox automobile
| name = Second generation
| image = 2019 Renault Koleos GT Line Front.jpg
| model_code = HC
| aka = {{ubl |Renault Samsung QM6 (South Korea, 2016–2022)|Renault QM6 (South Korea, 2022–present)}}
| production = 2016–present
| assembly = {{ubl
| South Korea: Busan (Renault Samsung / Renault Korea)
| China: Wuhan (Dongfeng Renault, until 2020)
}}
| designer = Alexis Martot
| class = Mid-size crossover SUV (D){{Cite web |last=Sharpe |first=Tom |title=Renault unveils D-segment Koleos SUV in Beijing (gallery) |url=https://www.am-online.com/news/new-car-news/car-model-news/2016/04/25/renault-unveils-d-segment-koleos-suv-in-beijing |access-date=2024-06-27 |website=www.am-online.com |language=en}}
| platform = Renault–Nissan CMF-CD platform
| related = {{ubl
}}
| engine = {{ubl
| Petrol:
| 2.0 L M5R I4
| 2.5 L Nissan QR25DE I4
| Diesel:
| 1.6 L R9M I4
| 2.0 L M9R I4
}}
| transmission = {{ubl
| 6-speed manual
| 7-speed EDC{{cite web|url=https://www.renault.de/modelle/koleos/motoren.html|title = Motoren | Renault KOLEOS | Diesel, Automatikgetriebe}}
}}
| wheelbase = {{convert|2705|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| length = {{convert|4672|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| width = {{convert|1843|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| height = {{convert|1678|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| weight = {{convert|1520–1654|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}}
}}
A second generation of the Koleos was introduced at the 2016 Beijing Motor Show, by Renault's chief Carlos Ghosn.{{cite web|title=Renault to unveil new Koleos in Beijing|url=http://media.renault.com/global/en-gb/Media/PressRelease.aspx?mediaid=77419&nodeid=-1|publisher=Renault|access-date=21 April 2016|date=21 April 2016|archive-date=26 June 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160626025833/http://media.renault.com/global/en-gb/Media/PressRelease.aspx?mediaid=77419&nodeid=-1|url-status=dead}}{{cite web|title=Renault Koleos unveiled at 2016 Beijing Motor Show|author=Rizvi, Riza|url=http://www.topgear.com/india/car-news/renault-koleos-unveiled-at-2016-beijing-motor-show/itemid-50|publisher=TopGear.com|access-date=6 May 2016|date=25 April 2016|archive-date=28 June 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160628193542/http://www.topgear.com/india/car-news/renault-koleos-unveiled-at-2016-beijing-motor-show/itemid-50|url-status=dead}}{{cite web|title=New Renault Koleos SUV unveiled in Beijing|author=Ingram, Richard|url=http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/renault/90415/new-renault-koleos-suv-unveiled-in-beijing|publisher=AutoExpress|access-date=6 May 2016|date=26 April 2016}} Despite a wide-ranging rumour that the latest Renault SUV would be called the Maxthon, the company has instead decided to reinstate the name Koleos.
The larger second-generation Koleos uses the Common Module Family (CMF-CD) modular platform developed jointly by Renault and Nissan, and already used on similar vehicles as the third-generation Nissan X-Trail and the Renault Kadjar.{{cite web|title=New Renault Koleos SUV: official pic and latest details|author=Burn, Jonathan|url=http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/renault/90415/new-renault-koleos-suv-official-pic-and-latest-details|publisher=AutoExpress|access-date=21 April 2016|date=21 April 2016}}
In some versions, the car has three drivetrain options: two-wheel drive, four-wheel drive mode that adapts power, torque distribution between axles to improve traction, and a standard four-wheel drive. The updated Koleos has been awarded a five-star safety rating by Euro NCAP.{{cite web|url=https://www.euroncap.com/en/results/renault/koleos/27777|title = Official Renault Koleos safety rating}}{{cite web|url=https://www.euroncap.com/ |title=The European New Car Assessment Programme |publisher=Euro NCAP |date= |accessdate=2022-08-18}}
As standard, the car has a seven-inch touchscreen, while higher trim levels have an infotainment system with an 8.7 inch touchscreen (called R Link 2). Gearboxes are manual and automatic. The new Koleos first went on sale in Australia on 1 August 2016 and has been rolled out in most of Asia, Europe, and South America by the middle of 2017.{{cite web|url=http://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/2016-renault-koleos-to-hit-australia-first-in-august-43995|title = 2016 Renault Koleos to hit Australia first in August}}
The facelift of 2020 arrived in Mexico in the end of October 2019.{{cite web|url=https://www.motorpasion.com.mx/industria/renault-koleos-2020-precios-versiones-equipamiento-mexico|title = Renault Koleos 2020: Precios, versiones y equipamiento en México|date = 28 October 2019}} The SUV was scheduled to be shown at the 2020 Manila International Auto Show on April 2, 2020, by Renault Samsung Motors as the QM6.{{cite web|url=https://motioncars.inquirer.net/65191/renault-samsung-poised-to-enter-ph-market|title = Renault-Samsung poised to enter PH Market}}
It was discontinued in the United Kingdom in July 2020 due to sluggish sales, three years after it was reintroduced to the British market and ten years after the original model ended UK sales.{{cite web| url = https://www.caradvice.com.au/862961/renault-koleos-axed-in-the-uk-but-remains-on-sale-in-australia/| title = Renault Koleos Axed In The UK, But Remains On Sale In Aus {{!}} Drive}}
Outside of South Korea, it is replaced in 2023 by the sixth-generation Renault Espace. The production of the vehicle ceased in April 2023, except for the South Korean, Australian, African, South American to Mexican market where it was given a minor facelift.{{Cite web |title=Renault Koleos (2023). Fin de carrière pour le SUV familial |url=https://www.largus.fr/actualite-automobile/renault-koleos-2023-fin-de-carriere-pour-le-suv-familial-30026538.html |access-date=2023-04-22 |website=www.largus.fr}}
In 2024, Renault Korea rebranded itself, and replaced the Eye of the Typhoon emblem with the new losange logo on the QM6.{{Cite web |date=2024-04-03 |title=Renault Korea is removing |url=https://www.mk.co.kr/en/business/10981464 |access-date=2024-06-04 |website=Maeil Business Newspaper |language=en}}{{Unreliable source?|reason=The English version of this website uses automatic machine translation; see WP:KO/RS|date=November 2024}} The model is now known as the Renault QM6 and comes exclusively with the 2.0L M5R engine in either gasoline or LNG forms.
File:2019 Renault Koleos GT Line Rear.jpg|Rear view
File:2017-05-28 Koleos-II Armaturenbrett.jpg|Interior
File:Renault Koleos II Facelift 1X7A1660.jpg|Renault Koleos (facelift)
File:00 samsung qm6 03.jpg|Renault Samsung QM6 (pre-facelift)
File:00 samsung qm6 01.jpg|Renault Samsung QM6 (facelift)
File:00 samsung qm6 02.jpg|Renault Samsung QM6 (facelift)
File:2023 Samsung QM6 FL2 1.jpg|Renault Samsung QM6 (second facelift)
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Engine
!Displacement !Type !Power !Gearbox !Transmission |
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2.0 16v
|1997cc |M5R |{{convert|110|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}} |X-CVT8 |2WD |
2.5 16v
|2488cc |QR25 |{{convert|137|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}} |X-CVT8 |2WD or 4WD |
1.6 dCi
|1598cc |R9M |{{convert|97|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}} |6 speed manual |2WD |
2.0 dCi
|1995cc |M9R |{{convert|132|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}} |6 speed manual or X-CVT8 |2WD or 4WD |
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{{anchor|Grand}}Third generation (2024)
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Third generation
| image = 2024 Renault Grand Koleos E-Tech Hybrid Iconic front view.jpg
| model_code = AR1 (Aurora 1)
| aka =
| production = 2024–present
| assembly = South Korea: Busan (Renault Korea)
| designer =
| class = Mid-size crossover SUV (D)
| platform = Compact Modular Architecture
| related = {{unbulleted list
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| powerout =
| engine = {{unbulleted list
| Petrol:
| 2.0 L JLH-4G20TDB turbo I4
}}
| transmission = {{unbulleted list
| 7-speed DCT ({{abbr|FWD|front-wheel drive}})
| 8-speed automatic ({{abbr|AWD|all-wheel drive}})
| 3-speed {{abbr|DHT|Dedicated Hybrid Transmission}} (hybrid)
}}
| battery = 1.64 kWh (hybrid)
| wheelbase = {{convert|2820|mm|1|abbr=on}}
| length = {{convert|4780|mm|1|abbr=on}}
| height =
| width =
| weight =
| caption = Renault Grand Koleos E-Tech Hybrid Iconic
}}{{See also|Geely Xingyue L}}
On 27 June 2024 at the Busan International Mobility Show, Renault Korea introduced the third-generation Koleos, marketed as the Renault Grand Koleos. The vehicle is heavily based on the Geely Xingyue L / Monjaro as part of Renault and Geely partnership in South Korea, and based on the Compact Modular Architecture vehicle platform.{{Cite web |date=2024-06-27 |script-title=ko:르노코리아 D SUV 신차 '그랑 콜레오스' 전 세계 최초 공개 |trans-title=Renault Korea's new D SUV 'Gran Koleos' unveiled for the first time worldwide |url=http://www.smedaily.co.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=295594 |access-date=2024-06-27 |website=중소기업신문 |language=ko}} Exterior revisions compared to the Xingyue L include redesigned front and rear fascia, "borderless" front grille, and reshaped body panels.{{Cite web |last=Merchant |first=Akbar |date=2024-06-27 |title=Renault Grand Koleos SUV revealed |url=https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/renault-grand-koleos-suv-revealed-432054 |access-date=2024-06-27 |website=Autocar India |language=en}}
The Grand Koleos was codenamed Aurora 1 during its development.{{Cite web |last=Lee |first=Min-hyung |date=2024-06-27 |title=Renault Korea unveils Grand Koleos hybrid SUV at Busan motor show |url=https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/tech/2024/06/419_377578.html |access-date=2024-06-27 |website=The Korea Times |language=en}} It is the first introduction of the Koleos nameplate in South Korea, as the previous generations were marketed as the QM5 and QM6. Its design work was shared between Renault's design team in France and in Seoul, South Korea.{{Cite web |last=Hyeong-woo |first=Kan |date=2024-06-27 |title=[BIMOS 2024] Renault Korea eyes breakthrough with new SUV |url=https://www.koreaherald.com/view.php?ud=20240627050557 |access-date=2024-06-27 |website=The Korea Herald |language=en}} Production in Renault Korea's plant in Busan is claimed to be supported by 200 local suppliers.{{Cite web |last=Bizwire |first=Korea |date=2024-06-27 |title=Renault Korea Launches Grand Koleos Hybrid SUV to Boost Sales |url=http://koreabizwire.com/renault-korea-launches-grand-koleos-hybrid-suv-to-boost-sales/285272 |access-date=2024-06-27 |website=Be Korea-savvy |language=en-US}} It started in July 2024.{{Cite web |last=Roberts |first=Graeme |date=2024-07-18 |title=Renault Korea begins production of Grand Koleos |url=https://www.just-auto.com/news/renault-korea-begins-production-of-grand-koleos/ |access-date=2024-08-18 |website=Just Auto |language=en-US}}
The model is larger than its predecessor, with Renault claiming a "class-leading" legroom for rear-seat passengers, and up to 2,034 litres of boot space with the rear seats folded. It shares the same dashboard with the Geely Xingyue L, including a 12.3-inch digital instrument display, 12.3-inch infotainment screen, and another 12.3-inch touchscreen for the front passenger, all marketed as "openR" and powered by Qualcomm's infotainment platform. Notable equipment include a 10-speaker Bose sound system, 25.6-inch augmented reality head-up display and 5G connectivity.{{Cite web |date=2024-06-27 |title=New Renault Grand Koleos revealed with Chinese DNA, current Koleos to live on in Australia |url=https://www.drive.com.au/news/new-renault-grand-koleos-revealed/ |access-date=2024-07-13 |website=Drive |language=en-AU}}
For the South Korean market, three trims are available: Techno, Iconic, and the four-wheel drive (4WD) Esprit Alpine. The petrol-powered model of the Grand Koleos is a 2.0-litre turbocharged direct injection engine with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission (or a 8-speed automatic for the 4WD model), producing a maximum output of {{convert|211|PS|hp kW|0|abbr=on}} and {{convert|325|Nm|kgm lbft||abbr=on|sigfig=3}}. The 4WD models are equipped with BorgWarner's 6th generation four-wheel-drive system. The hybrid powertrain, marketed as E-Tech Hybrid is a Geely-developed system combining a 1.64 kWh battery with a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine and a multi-mode gearbox, delivering a peak output of {{convert|245|PS|hp kW|0|abbr=on}}. It is able to operate electric-only driving in 75% of a trip in urban areas below {{convert|40|km/h|mph|0|abbr=on}}.{{Cite web |date=2024-06-28 |title="Cutting-Edge Innovations"... New Renault SUV only in Korea, What should US market envy? |url=https://www.autotribune.co.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=19513 |access-date=2024-07-13 |website=오토트리뷴 |language=ko}}
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External links
{{Commons category|Renault Koleos}}
- {{Official website|https://www.renault.fr/vehicules/vehicules-particuliers/koleos.html}} (France)
- {{Official website|https://www.renault.co.uk/future-models/new-renault-koleos.html}} (UK)
- {{Official website|https://www.renault.co.kr/ko/model/qm6_overview.jsp}} (Renault QM6)
- {{Official website|https://www.renault.co.kr/ko/model/qm6quest_overview.jsp}} (Renault QM6 Quest)
- {{Official website|https://www.renault.co.kr/ko/model/koleos_overview.jsp}} (Renault Grand Koleos)
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