Renault Kengo, the car of the French concern Renault, has a multifunctional purpose. The car combines the comfort level of a mid-range minivan, increased cross-country capability in the all-wheel drive variant and the capacity of a truck designed for loading 550 kg. It is produced in accordance with the standard of the all-metal two-door wagon, as well as with the station wagon in the scheme of two front swing, two rear sliding and one lift door of the luggage compartment. There is a modification of Renault Kengo with all the swinging side doors, but this car does not use demand, as the rear doors in the swing version create certain inconveniences in parking lots, parking lots and other places with limited space.
The serial issue of Renault Kengo, whose specifications fully met the requirements of that time, began in 1998, and the car immediately became one of the most popular models. Power steering, power windows, central electronic lock, ABS, airbags and, finally, air conditioning. All these technical additions attracted the buyer, and the rating of Reno Kengo has been steadily rising. The engines were several, petrol and diesel, of varying power and volume. The transmission was also installed in several variants, four-speed automatic transmission, five-speed manual gearbox and semi-automatic without clutch release.
Reno Kengo's first update took place in 2005. Just in the period from 2004 to 2007, Renault adopted a new corporate identity, and Renault Kengo was one of the cars that came under the program. The basic equipment of the car included fog lamps, the interior trim was radically improved, as a result of using a computer compilation of the color range of seat upholstery and interior door lining in the interior, it became lighter and visually more spacious. In addition to interior improvements, it became possible to select Reno Kengo with a plug-in all-wheel drive 4x4, which was very encouraging for many buyers living in the countryside.
After the renovation Reno Kengo became a car of increased practicality, so to speak. The spaciousness of the car could accommodate even a large family, and the luggage compartment could load a considerable number of things. The total volume of cargo space used was 2650 liters, and the reinforced rear suspension maintained a load of up to 700 kg. Exterior Renault Kengo consists of some noble lines, its external appearance speaks of the French origin. The car is distinguished by a harmonious combination of exclusive rear lights with practical contours of the entire rear part, and the refinement of the lateral lines fits perfectly into the free uninhibited design of the front end.
The engines installed on Renault Kengo, the reviews have only positive, their characteristics are the best answer to the problems of speed optimization on the highway, and in urban conditions Renault Kengo motors demonstrate good acceleration. The engines D7F 8V and D4F 16V, with a capacity of just 1.2 liters, with capacities of 60 and 75 hp, are reliable and predictable, launch is difficult only at 40 degrees below zero, at any other temperature the car starts easily.