A guide to Renault cars in Australia
Renault is a vehicle manufacturer that strikes a unique balance between style, comfort and practicality. To give you an idea of whether Renault could be right for you, this article will take you through Renaults most popular vehicles, including:
- CLIO
- MEGANE
- KOLEOS
- CAPTUR
- KANGOO
Keep in mind that this list focuses on non-commercial vehicles. Information on Renault’s range of work trucks, vans, or buses is available on its website.
Renault CLIO
The Renault Clio is a 2 door, 5 seat Hatch vehicle, and is designed to be a great vehicle for zipping around town. It is also slightly larger than most comparable 2-door Hatch vehicles, meaning there’s plenty of space to enjoy the drive. There are four models in the Clio range:
- Life
- Zen
- Intens
- GT-Line
Each car offers slightly different features and/or specifications. The Clio Life is the most basic and lowest-priced model, while the Zen, Intens and GT-Line vehicles each take it up an extra notch. That said, even the Clio Life is packed to the roof racks with the latest in driving technology, not to mention Renaults huge range of optional accessories, such as carriers, cargo nets, covers, mudflaps and weathershields.
| Model | Engine & Transmission | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| Life | Turbo Charged Engine (0.9L or 1.2L)
5-speed manual or 6-speed auto |
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| Zen | 1.2L TCe 120 turbo-charged engine
6-speed auto |
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| Intens | 1.2L TCe 120 turbo-charged engine
6-speed auto |
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| GT-Line | 1.2L TCe 120 turbo-charged engine |
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Renault Clio Price
The Renault is an affordable vehicle, with prices for the Clio life beginning as low as $19,990 on the Renault website. The Zen is a little pricier at around $23,000, while the Intens and GT will set you back about $26,000. These prices do not include any bonus accessories and may vary depending on your location.
Renault Megane
The Megane is arguably Renault’s most popular vehicle and is available available as a 4-door hatch, wagon or sedan. Once again, there are a number of different models of Megane, depending on the body type of the vehicle.
- Hatch: Life, Zen, GT-Line, GT
- Sedan: Zen, Intens
- Wagon: Zen, GT-Line, GT
All Renault Megane vehicles come with a slew of modern features, including touchscreens, reverse cameras, rain sensing wipers, dual-zone air conditioning and much more.
Megane Hatch
| Model | Engine & Transmission | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| Life | 1.2L Petrol TCe 130
Manual or Dual Clutch Auto |
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| Zen | 1.2L Petrol TCe 130
Dual Clutch Auto |
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| GT-Line | 1.6L Petrol TCe 130
Dual Clutch Auto |
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Megane Sedan
| Model | Engine & Transmission | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| Zen |
1.2L Petrol EDC Dual Clutch Auto |
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| Intens | 1.2L Petrol EDC
Dual Clutch Auto |
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Megane Wagon
| Model | Engine & Transmission | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| Zen | 1.2L Petrol EDC
Dual Clutch Auto |
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| GT-Line | 1.2L Petrol EDC
Dual Clutch Auto |
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| GT | 1.6L Petrol EDC
Dual Clutch Auto |
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Renault Megane price
The price of a Renault Megane will vary depending on the body type and vehicle model. The below figures are an indication of expected price.
- Hatch: $27,000 – $39,000
- Sedan: $30,000 – $36,000
- Wagon: $31,000 – $43,000
Once again, the Life and Zen Megane models will generally be the most affordable. The GT and GT-Line models include additional features which push the price up to the higher end of the bracket. These prices may vary with your location.
Renault Koleos
The Koleos is Renault’s only SUV, offered as either a 2-wheel or 4-wheel drive. The Koleos’ 2 tonne towing capacity mightn’t be as impressive as comparable vehicles on the market, but it compensates for this by offering superior comfort. Renault claims the Koleos has ‘class leading’ leg room, along with 7” capacitive touchscreens, and heated leather seats (Zen & Intens only). The models of Koleos are:
- Life
- Zen
- Intens
Once again, the Life is the most basic vehicle in this range in terms of features, while the Intens has the most on offer for those willing to pay.
| Model | Engine & Transmission | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| Zen | 1.2L Petrol EDC
X-tronic CVT Auto : 2×2 |
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| GT-Line | 2.5L Petrol CVT
X-tronic CVT Auto : 2×4 and 4×4 |
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| GT | 2.5L Petrol CVT
X-tronic CVT Auto : 4×4 |
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Renault Koleos price
Dealership prices range from as little as $30,000 for the Koleos life, to as much as $48,000 for the Koleos Intens. These prices are only indicative and may vary depending on your location.
Renault Captur
The Renault Captur is one of the manufacturer’s most interesting vehicles, why? Well it’s not really an SUV, and it’s not a hatch- it’s a bit of both. This 5 seater vehicle has a relatively small 0.9 or 1.2L petrol engine and is available in both manual and automatic transmission types. There is only one model of Renault Captur, and comes with the following key features:
- Rear view camera and sensors
- Adjustable rear bench for leg or luggage room
- ECO mode for lower fuel consumption
- 7″ Touchscreen media navigation system
- 16″ Two-tone alloy wheels
- Hands-free entry and engine start
Renault Captur Price
The dealer price for the Renault Captur is around $27,000 drive away. Again, prices will vary across locations.
Renault Kangoo
This rather odd-looking vehicle combines the space of a van, with the driveability of an SUV. It comes in three models, Compact, Maxi and Crew. The Compact is the basic model, with 2 seats and a 3.0m³ load space; the Maxi is a bit bigger with a 4.0m³; the Crew compromises on load space for extra seating.
| Model | Engine & Transmission | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| Compact | 2.5L Petrol
6 Speed Manual or 6 Speed Auto EDC |
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| Maxi | 1.5L Diesel
6 Speed Manual |
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| Crew | 1.5L Diesel
6 Speed Manual |
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The Kangoo is relatively affordable for a vehicle this sized, starting around $22,000 for the Compact model. The Maxi model is a little pricier, costing between $26,000 and $28,000, while the Crew version will send you back the most – about $30,000.Renault Kangoo Price
Renault Warranty
One of Renault’s most distinguishing features is its outstanding vehicle warranties. Most Renault vehicles purchased new from the dealership will receive a 5 year, unlimited kilometre warranty. Customers will also receive 5 years of 24-hour roadside assist, plus 3 capped price scheduled servicing.
About the author of this page
This report was written by Canstar Blue’s Site Editor, Dean Heckscher. He’s our resident expert on all things automotive, health & fitness, streaming and more. Dean is also one of Canstar Blue’s customer research report producers, helping to turn complicated subjects into easily-digestible information for our readers. He’s passionate about helping consumers make better-informed purchase decisions on all manner of consumer goods and services.