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Now, it’s a showdown in black. Recently, models featuring striking all-black details have garnered significant attention in the mid-size SUV market. Renault Korea launched the Esprit Alpine Noir, which adds a French black aesthetic to the top-tier trim of the mid-size SUV, the Grand Koleos.
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The model features an all-black exterior, including the radiator grille, side garnish, and 20-inch alloy wheels, unifying the design and adding a touch of luxury to the previous model.
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Inside, the vehicle showcases exclusive designs, including a limited number plate, black side steps, a black trunk entry guard, and black premium sport pedals.
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The powertrain operates on two options: a gasoline turbo and an E-Tech hybrid. The hybrid delivers a combined output of 245 horsepower, allowing up to 75% of the total driving distance in urban areas to be covered in pure electric mode.
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The combined fuel economy stands at 15 km/L, based on 20-inch tires. The starting price for the Renault Grand Koleos Esprit Alpine Noir E-Tech hybrid model is approximately $33,000 USD.
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Meanwhile, the Hyundai Santa Fe also features a black ink option, available as the Santa Fe Black Edition.
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The top trim of the Santa Fe offers customizable options, allowing buyers to apply black color to the exterior, wheels, Hyundai emblem, lettering, garnish, side mirrors, and roof rack. This strong design creates a powerful impression for the Santa Fe.
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A notable difference from Renault is that the Santa Fe offers a creamy white matte exterior color option, providing more flexibility in color selection.
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The powertrain combines a 1.6-liter gasoline turbo engine with an electric motor and a six-speed automatic transmission, achieving a peak output of 235 horsepower. The combined fuel economy, based on 20-inch tires and 2WD, is 14.4 km/L. In terms of power and fuel efficiency, the Renault model holds an advantage.
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The Santa Fe Hybrid Black Ink is priced at approximately $35,000 USD, which is the same as the Calligraphy trim price, after applying a 3.5% individual consumption tax. Unlike the Grand Koleos, this model is not limited in sales, allowing for continuous contracts.
