Japan’s Weirdest Car Meet?! We Visit Mad Renault Kangoo Festival

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- The Renault Kangoo was conceived in 1997 as a multipurpose MPV.
- Kangoo is not a car that's bought to make a statement unless it indicates an affinity for cardigans.
- Renault Kangoo has a surprising following, and Japan holds the largest gathering of Renault Kangoos worldwide.
- Originally, the Kangoo was a small car based on the Clio hatchback for everyday use.
- Kangoo had brilliant interior space, seating for five, and a barn door boot.
- There were various Kangoo models including the Express van, Maxi with a larger load area, and a pickup version for Sweden.
- Later models were based on the Mégane and Scénic cars.
- The Scénic RX4 spurred a four-wheel-drive Kangoo called the Trekker that was capable off-road.
- There was also an electric Kangoo ZE model.
- A Mercedes-Benz version is called the Citan.
- The Japanese love the modest, little, French MPV.
- Colors and unique design are the reasons for its appeal.
- There are manual transmission versions.
- Users appreciate interior room, especially those with family, children and hobbies.
- It is versatile for personal and business use.

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