{
  "id": 8317177,
  "title": "[TEST DRIVE] Renault Filante blends commanding size with agile drive",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/18/test-drive-renault-filante-blends-commanding-size-with-agile-drive",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-18T22:02:04.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Korea Times",
    "slug": "the-korea-times-koreatimes",
    "url": "https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/business/companies/20260919/test-drive-renault-filante-blends-commanding-size-with-agile-drive"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Renault Korea's flagship crossover, the Filante, presents a striking first impression but proves surprisingly nimble when driven. This large crossover offers a unique blend of comfort and driving appeal, thanks to its planted ride, refined cabin, and fuel economy that outperforms expectations.\n\nDuring a 400-kilometer round trip between Seoul and Daejeon, the Filante demonstrated a stable ride and impressive fuel efficiency. The vehicle's design draws inspiration from Renault Korea's popular Grand Koleos SUV, yet it carries a more upscale and sporty character.\n\nThe Filante boasts a length of 4,915 millimeters and a height of 1,635 millimeters, giving it a substantial presence on the road. Despite its size, the car's low, flowing roofline and floating rear spoiler lend it a sleeker profile, merging elements of a sedan and an SUV.\n\nWhen put into motion, the Filante's driving character is best described as \"planted.\" Its E-Tech hybrid powertrain is composed of a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine, contributing to the vehicle's overall performance.",
  "summary": "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…",
  "key_points": [
    "Filante blends commanding size with agile drive",
    "4,915mm length and 1,635mm height give it substantial presence",
    "E-Tech hybrid powertrain contributes to performance"
  ],
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      {
        "outlet": "The Korea Times",
        "title": "[TEST DRIVE] Renault Filante blends commanding size with agile drive",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/18/test-drive-renault-filante-blends-commanding-size-with-agile-drive-8322419",
        "published": "2026-09-18T22:37:02.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}