| Renault Koleos | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Renault |
| Production | 2007–present |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Compact crossover SUV (2007–2017) Mid-size crossover SUV (2017–present) |
| Body style | 5-doorSUV |
| Layout | |
| Chronology | |
| Successor | Renault Espace VI (Europe)[1] |
TheRenault Koleos, also known asRenault Samsung QM5 for the first generation andRenault QM6 inSouth Korea for the second generation (until 2022, it was marketed as theRenault Samsung QM6), is a five-passengercompact, latermid-size crossover SUV manufactured by theFrench manufacturerRenault over three generations. It is primarily manufactured inBusan, South Korea byRenault Korea (previously Renault Samsung Motors).
In South Korea, its main market, the first generation was marketed as theRenault Samsung QM5 and the second generation is marketed as theRenault Samsung QM6. The latter uses theRenault–Nissan CMF-CD modular platform shared with theNissan X-Trail/Rogue (T32) andRenault Kadjar. The third generation is marketed as theRenault Grand Koleos and moved to theCompact Modular Architecture platform developed byGeely. It is based on theGeely Xingyue L / Monjaro.
| First generation | |
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| Overview | |
| Model code | HY |
| Also called | Renault Samsung QM5 (South Korea) |
| Production | 2007–2016 |
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| Designer | Patrick Le Quément |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Compact crossover SUV |
| Platform | Renault–Nissan C platform |
| Related | Nissan Rogue (S35) Nissan Qashqai (J10) Nissan X-Trail (T31) |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | |
| Transmission | 6-speedmanual 6-speedautomatic CVT |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,690 mm (105.9 in) |
| Length | 4,520 mm (178.0 in) |
| Width | 1,855 mm (73.0 in) |
| Height | 1,695 mm (66.7 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,639–1,784 kg (3,613–3,933 lb) |
The Koleos was an addition to theRenaultcompact SUV market, after selling theScénic RX4 and theKangoo, but it has never produced a truecrossover SUV. A Koleos concept car was shown in the media as early as February 2000.[3]
The Koleos was unveiled in 2006 as the Renault Koleos Concept at theParis Motor Show.[4] The production model was launched at the end of 2007 in South Korea, and in 2008 in other markets.[4]
The Koleos' body design was based on the Renault Koleos andRenault Egeus concept cars. Some of the Koleos's competitors, such as theCitroën C-Crosser and thePeugeot 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.[5]
A facelifted Koleos was unveiled in July 2011, and shown at theFrankfurt Motor Show in September 2011.[6] In August 2010, the Koleos was withdrawn from theUnited Kingdom, due to poor sales of under 2,600 units.[7][8] Production ended in March 2015.
For the market in South Korea, the Koleos was manufactured byRenault Samsung Motors (a subsidiary ofRenault) at itsBusan plant inSouth Korea, and was sold as theRenault Samsung QM5 (H45).[9][4]
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.
The range of engines:[11]
| Engine | Displacement | Power | Top speed | 0–100 km/h (0-62 mph) |
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| 2.0 L 16V[12] | 1997 cc | 103 kW (140 PS; 138 bhp) | 174 km/h (108 mph) | 9.5 s |
| 2.5 L 16V | 2488 cc | 126 kW (171 PS; 169 bhp) | 180 km/h (112 mph) | 9.3 s |
| 2.0 LdCi | 1998 cc | 110 kW (150 PS; 148 bhp) | 190 km/h (118 mph) | 10.4 s |
| 2.0 L dCi | 1998 cc | 129 kW (175 PS; 173 bhp) | 200 km/h (124 mph) | 9.8 s |
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| Second generation | |
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| Overview | |
| Model code | HC |
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| Production | 2016–present |
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| Designer | Alexis Martot |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Mid-size crossover SUV (D)[13] |
| Platform | Renault–Nissan CMF-CD platform |
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| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,705 mm (106.5 in) |
| Length | 4,672 mm (183.9 in) |
| Width | 1,843 mm (72.6 in) |
| Height | 1,678 mm (66.1 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,520–1,654 kg (3,351–3,646 lb) |
A second generation of the Koleos was introduced at the2016 Beijing Motor Show, by Renault's chiefCarlos Ghosn.[15][16][17] 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 theCommon Module Family (CMF-CD) modular platform developed jointly by Renault and Nissan, and already used on similar vehicles as the third-generationNissan X-Trail and theRenault Kadjar.[18]
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.[16][17] The updated Koleos has been awarded a five-star safety rating byEuro NCAP.[19][20]
As standard, the car has a seven-inch touchscreen, while higher trim levels have aninfotainment 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.[21]
The facelift of 2020 arrived in Mexico in the end of October 2019.[22] The SUV was scheduled to be shown at the 2020Manila International Auto Show on April 2, 2020, by Renault Samsung Motors as the QM6.[23]
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.[24]
Outside of South Korea, it is replaced in 2023 by the sixth-generationRenault 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.[25]
In 2024, Renault Korea rebranded itself, and replaced the Eye of the Typhoon emblem with the new losange logo on the QM6.[26][unreliable source?] The model is now known as theRenault QM6 and comes exclusively with the 2.0L M5R engine in either gasoline orLNG forms.
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| Test | Points | % |
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| Overall: |  | |
| Adult occupant: | 32 | 84% |
| Child occupant: | 38.9 | 79% |
| Pedestrian: | 26 | 62% |
| Safety assist: | 6.3 | 52% |
| Engine | Displacement | Type | Power | Gearbox | Transmission |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 16v | 1997cc | M5R | 110 kW (148 hp) | X-CVT8 | 2WD |
| 2.5 16v | 2488cc | QR25 | 137 kW (184 hp) | X-CVT8 | 2WD or 4WD |
| 1.6 dCi | 1598cc | R9M | 97 kW (130 hp) | 6 speed manual | 2WD |
| 2.0 dCi | 1995cc | M9R | 132 kW (177 hp) | 6 speed manual or X-CVT8 | 2WD or 4WD |
| Third generation | |
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.jpg) Renault Grand Koleos E-Tech Hybrid Aurora | |
| Overview | |
| Model code | AR1 (Aurora 1) |
| Also called | Renault Grand Koleos (South Korea) |
| Production | 2024–present |
| Assembly | South Korea:Busan (Renault Korea) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Mid-size crossover SUV (D) |
| Platform | Compact Modular Architecture |
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| Battery | 1.64 kWh (hybrid) |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,820 mm (111.0 in) |
| Length | 4,780 mm (188.2 in) |
On 27 June 2024 at theBusan International Mobility Show, Renault Korea introduced the third-generation Koleos, marketed as theRenault Grand Koleos. The vehicle is heavily based on theGeely Xingyue L / Monjaro as part of Renault andGeely partnership in South Korea, and based on theCompact Modular Architecture vehicle platform.[28] Exterior revisions compared to the Xingyue L include redesigned front and rear fascia, "borderless" front grille, and reshaped body panels.[29]
The Grand Koleos was codenamed Aurora 1 during its development.[30] It is the first introduction of the Koleos nameplate in South Korea, as the previous generations were marketed as the QM5 and QM6.[28] Its design work was shared between Renault's design team in France and inSeoul, South Korea.[31] Production in Renault Korea's plant in Busan is claimed to be supported by 200 local suppliers.[32] It started in July 2024.[33]
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-inchinfotainment screen, and another 12.3-inch touchscreen for the front passenger, all marketed as "openR" and powered byQualcomm's infotainment platform. Notable equipment include a 10-speakerBose sound system, 25.6-inchaugmented realityhead-up display and5G connectivity.[34]
For the South Korean market, three trims are available: Techno, Iconic, and the four-wheel drive (4WD) EspritAlpine. The petrol-powered model of the Grand Koleos is a 2.0-litre turbochargeddirect injection engine with a 7-speeddual-clutch transmission (or a 8-speed automatic for the 4WD model), producing a maximum output of 211 PS (208 hp; 155 kW) and 325 N⋅m (33.1 kg⋅m; 240 lb⋅ft). The 4WD models are equipped withBorgWarner's 6th generation four-wheel-drive system. Thehybrid 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 245 PS (242 hp; 180 kW). It is able to operate electric-only driving in 75% of a trip in urban areas below 40 km/h (25 mph).[35]
The third-generation Koleos was unveiled in the Middle East on 12 May 2025. It was also shipped to Mexico and Colombia in May 2025. There are plans to market the Korean-assembled Koleos in Brazil, Uruguay, Panama, the Dominican Republic, and African countries.[36]
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| Year | Europe[37] | China[38] | Australia | Mexico | South Korea | ||
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| QM5 | QM6 | Grand Koleos | |||||
| 2007 | 1 | ||||||
| 2008 | 17,645 | ||||||
| 2009 | 21,765 | ||||||
| 2010 | 13,828 | ||||||
| 2011 | 16,874 | ||||||
| 2012 | 15,282 | ||||||
| 2013 | 8,404 | ||||||
| 2014 | 7,418 | 1,709[39] | 8,947[40] | ||||
| 2015 | 4,675 | 1,419[39] | 6,804[41] | ||||
| 2016 | 186 | 6,027 | 1,524[39] | 1,163[42] | 14,126[42] | ||
| 2017 | 13,232 | 46,321 | 3,120[39] | 2,486[43] | 27,837[44] | ||
| 2018 | 18,999 | 32,606 | 2,992[39] | 2,089[45] | 32,999[46] | ||
| 2019 | 12,371 | 8,445 | 2,533[39] | 1,815[47] | 47,640[48] | ||
| 2020 | 6,916 | 578 | 2,408[49][39] | 1,611[50] | 46,825[51] | ||
| 2021 | 6,048 | 1,937[52][39] | 2,568[53] | 37,747 | |||
| 2022 | 1,202[54] | 27,440 | |||||
| 2023 | 9,047 | ||||||
| 2024 | 22,034[55] | ||||||
Comments: Renault Arkana 299 Renault Captur 533 Renault Clio 0 Renault Kadjar 0 Renault Kangoo 732 Renault Koleos 1,937 Renault Master 1,260 Renault Master Bus 122 Renault Megane 123 Renault Trafic 2,093 Renault Zoe 0 Renault Total 7,099
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