RENAULT has launched a new version of its Kangoo Trekka 4x4 - the only small car with permanent four-wheel-drive fitted as standard.

The Kangoo Trekka 4x4 embodies the perfect combination of a fun, versatile and affordable mode of transport for customers who want some degree of off-road ability.

Already a "stand out" design on today's roads, the new Kangoo Trekka 4X4 benefits from the changes introduced to the Kangoo two-wheel-drive earlier this year, with a more modern exterior design boosting its Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) character, plus a new front grille.

It also benefits from improved travelling comfort features and has five full-size seats and a large luggage compartment.

Sticking to the spirit of its concept, the new Kangoo Trekka (pictured) remains a fun, practical and versatile 4x4, which is also economical to run.

The new Kangoo Trekka takes on the lines of the front-drive Kangoo, including a plunging bonnet with a rib, redesigned wings and new front grille with horizontal slats.

The smooth-surfaced headlamp housings enclose orange-coloured front indicators.

Special headlamp units with a black surround also give the vehicle a more sporting appeal.

The new Trekka offers two engines - one petrol and one diesel. The 1,598cc 1.6 16V petrol engine develops a power output of 95bhp at 5,000rpm.

The 1.9dCi turbo diesel engine gains 5bhp over the previous Trekka, seeing its power increase to 85bhp at 4,000rpm with the aid of new injection mapping.

A slightly revised fifth gear ratio increases Trekka's maximum speed by 2.2mph to 91mph.

The Renault Kangoo Trekka 4x4 is on sale now.

The petrol version is £11,800 on-the-road and the diesel version is £12,800 on the road.

For more information, contact Herds Renault on 01256 474477.