12 August 2002: Renault has unveiled a new 4WD version of its Kangoo, called the Kangoo break’up, which puts the accent on outdoor leisure activities.

The vehicle is aimed at those who enjoy activities such as mountain biking, ski-ing, paragliding and windsurfing. It is longer, powered by a 1.6 16V petrol engine developing 110bhp and has 17- inch alloy wheels. High ground clearance and permanent four-wheel drive make it a fairly serious off-road vehicle.

A "Buttercup Yellow" colour devised especially for the vehicle is set off by a "break'up monochrome grey" protective moulding that goes right round the body.
The roof and body side panels open at the rear to make the vehicle as versatile as a pickup and the vehicle is able to transport large items such as mountain bikes, surfboards and skis.

The newcomer has peacock-blue upholstery in a new, particularly tough fabric: coated fleece. This is a fabric backed with fleece which provides really comfortable seating and is especially easy to clean because it can be washed with a sponge.

There’s a large glass sunroof, divided in two by a crossbeam, covering the full length of the vehicle to offer an extensive glazed surface.