[TEST DRIVE] Renault Filante blends commanding size with agile drive

Renault Korea’s Filante crossover combines a large body with agile handling, stable highway manners and better-than-expected fuel economy. The test drive covered about 400 kilometers between Seoul and Daejeon. The model uses an E-Tech hybrid powertrain and starts at 43.94 million won after eco-friendly vehicle tax benefits.

The Filante was driven for about 400 kilometers on a round trip between Seoul and Daejeon, covering urban roads and highways.

Its E-Tech hybrid powertrain combines a 1.5-liter turbocharged direct-injection gasoline engine with a 100-kilowatt traction motor and a 60-kilowatt auxiliary motor, producing up to 250 horsepower.

The Filante is officially rated at 15.1 kilometers per liter in combined fuel efficiency, but the test drive produced an average of around 20 kilometers per liter.

The crossover measures 4,915 millimeters in length and 1,635 millimeters in height.

The Filante starts at 43.94 million won after eco-friendly vehicle tax benefits.

Published Sep 19, 2026 7:00 am KST

Renault Korea's Filante crossover / Korea Times photo by Lee Min-hyung

Renault Korea’s flagship crossover, the Filante, looks imposing at first glance, but feels surprisingly agile behind the wheel. Its planted ride, refined cabin and better-than-expected fuel economy give the large crossover a distinctive mix of comfort and driving appeal.

The Filante was driven for about 400 kilometers on a round trip between Seoul and Daejeon, covering a mix of urban roads and highways. Across the route, the crossover delivered a stable ride and impressive fuel efficiency, making a strong overall impression.

The Filante shares some of its design cues with Renault Korea’s popular Grand Koleos SUV, but carries a more upscale and sportier character.

Measuring 4,915 millimeters in length and 1,635 millimeters in height, it has a substantial presence. Yet its low, flowing roofline and floating rear spoiler give the large body a sleeker profile, blending elements of a sedan and an SUV.

The difference becomes more apparent once the car gets moving.

The Filante’s driving character can be summed up in one word: planted. Its E-Tech hybrid powertrain combines a 1.5-liter turbocharged direct-injection gasoline engine with a 100-kilowatt traction motor and a 60-kilowatt auxiliary motor, producing up to 250 horsepower.

The Filante does not leap forward aggressively. Instead, power builds smoothly and steadily, pushing the large body forward with a reassuring sense of weight.

That character becomes even more pronounced on the highway. Even as speeds climb, the body remains composed, giving the impression that the vehicle is firmly anchored to the road.

The Filante uses a multilink rear suspension and frequency-sensitive dampers that adjust damping force according to road conditions, helping control the movements of its relatively large body.

Taking corners is another strength. Even through curves taken at a relatively brisk pace, the Filante kept its composure without excessive body roll. The frequency-sensitive dampers are designed to increase damping force when the vehicle detects repeated steering inputs, helping keep the body stable through winding sections.

Still, the Filante’s size is noticeable when it comes to outright acceleration. While its power delivery is smooth and confident, it lacks some of the punch expected from a sportier crossover.

Fuel economy, however, was a pleasant surprise. The Filante is officially rated at 15.1 kilometers per liter in combined fuel efficiency, but the test drive produced an average of around 20 kilometers per liter, exceeding the official figure.

The interior of the Filante crossover / Korea Times photo by Lee Min-hyung

Renault Korea also put considerable effort into cabin quietness. Active noise cancellation comes standard across all trims, while additional sound insulation has been applied to the doors, floor and engine compartment.

For buyers who want a crossover that combines an upscale atmosphere, stable highway manners and a touch of sportiness, the Filante makes a compelling case.

The Filante starts at 43.94 million won ($32,600) after eco-friendly vehicle tax benefits.

雷诺韩国的Filante跨界车兼具宽大的车身、灵活的操控性、稳定的高速行驶性能以及超出预期的燃油经济性。此次试驾行程约400公里，往返于首尔和大田之间。该车型搭载E-Tech混合动力系统，在享受环保车辆税收优惠后，起售价为4394万韩元。

Filante 在首尔和大田之间往返行驶了约 400 公里，途经城市道路和高速公路。

其 E-Tech 混合动力系统结合了 1.5 升涡轮增压直喷汽油发动机、100 千瓦牵引电机和 60 千瓦辅助电机，可产生高达 250 马力的动力。

Filante 的官方综合油耗为每升 15.1 公里，但试驾结果显示平均油耗约为每升 20 公里。

这款跨界车的长宽高分别为 4,915 毫米和 1,635 毫米。

享受环保车辆税收优惠后，Filante 的起售价为 4394 万韩元。

发布于2026年9月19日 上午7:00（韩国标准时间）

雷诺韩国的Filante跨界车 / 《韩国时报》李敏亨摄

雷诺韩国的旗舰跨界车菲兰特（Filante）乍看之下气势磅礴，但驾驶起来却出人意料地灵活。其稳健的行驶质感、精致的内饰以及超出预期的燃油经济性，赋予了这款大型跨界车舒适性和驾驶乐趣的独特融合。

Filante 车型在首尔和大田之间往返行驶了约 400 公里，路况涵盖了城市道路和高速公路。在整个行程中，这款跨界车表现出色，行驶稳定，燃油经济性令人印象深刻，整体印象极佳。

Filante 与雷诺韩国广受欢迎的 Grand Koleos SUV 有一些共同的设计元素，但它具有更高端、更运动的特点。

这款车长4915毫米，高1635毫米，气势十足。然而，其低矮流畅的车顶线条和悬浮式后扰流板赋予了庞大的车身更流畅的轮廓，融合了轿车和SUV的元素。

汽车行驶起来后，这种差异就更加明显了。

Filante 的驾驶特性可以用一个词来概括：稳健。其 E-Tech 混合动力系统结合了 1.5 升涡轮增压直喷汽油发动机、100 千瓦牵引电机和 60 千瓦辅助电机，可产生高达 250 马力的动力。

菲兰特并非猛然向前冲去，而是动力平顺稳定地积聚，推动着庞大的车身向前，给人一种可靠的重量感。

这种特性在高速公路上更加突出。即使车速不断攀升，车身依然保持稳定，给人一种车辆牢牢贴在路面上的感觉。

Filante 采用多连杆后悬架和频率感应减震器，可根据路况调节阻尼力，从而帮助控制其相对较大的车身的运动。

过弯性能是菲兰特的另一大优势。即使以相对较高的速度过弯，菲兰特也能保持车身稳定，侧倾控制得相当出色。其频率感应式减震器会在车辆检测到重复转向输入时增加阻尼力，从而帮助车身在蜿蜒路段保持稳定。

不过，Filante 的车身尺寸在加速性能方面还是有所体现。虽然它的动力输出平顺且稳定，但却缺乏运动型跨界车应有的爆发力。

然而，燃油经济性却令人惊喜。Filante 的官方综合油耗为每升 15.1 公里，但试驾结果显示平均油耗约为每升 20 公里，超过了官方数据。

Filante跨界车的内饰 / 韩国时报 李敏亨摄

雷诺韩国在提升车厢静谧性方面也下了不少功夫。所有车型均标配主动降噪功能，同时还在车门、地板和发动机舱内增加了隔音材料。

对于那些想要兼具高档氛围、稳定高速行驶性能和一丝运动感的跨界车买家来说，菲兰特是一个极具吸引力的选择。

享受环保车辆税收优惠后，Filante 的起售价为 4394 万韩元（约合 32600 美元）。