Renault Captur 2020: renewed European bestseller

The content of the article:

• External appearance
• Salon
• Specifications
• Equipment level and price

In 2013, Renault introduced the world to a new subcompact crossover - Renault Captur. The car received a bright and modern appearance, an attractive interior and good technical stuffing, which is why it came to the liking of motorists and became a real bestseller on the European market.

And in the summer of 2019, the company's management presented the second generation of the model, on which great hopes are pinned within the company. In comparison with its predecessor, the crossover has received evolutionary changes in appearance, a noticeably redesigned interior and modernized technical stuffing. Looking ahead, we note that the car has become even more modern, better quality and more technologically advanced, but first things first.

The appearance of the new Captur

As a result of the update, the Renault Captur has become slightly larger, and also received a more stylish and solid appearance.

The massive frontal part of the body flaunts a "saber-toothed" head optics, a spectacular false radiator grille, a massive front bumper with a large "mouth" of the air intake and a relief hood.

The dynamic profile shows the heavily tilted A-pillars, the sloping roofline, the elegant splash of the sidewalls and the upwardly billowing window line. It is also worth noting the presence of a protective plastic body kit located around the entire perimeter of the body.

The crossover feed looks stylish and aggressive thanks to the brace-shaped side lights and a massive rear bumper, complemented by a pseudo-diffuser and rear fog lights.

The external dimensions of the Renault Captur are as follows:

This suggests that the car has become 106 mm longer and 19 mm wider. In addition, the length of the wheelbase has increased by 33 mm, which has a positive effect on the amount of free space in the cabin.

According to the manufacturer, there are as many as 90 combinations of body colors available to customers: 11 basic body colors, 4 different roof colors and 3 decorative design packages.

Salon Renault Captur 2020

Salon Renault Captur 2020 model year received a new front dashboard, improved materials and workmanship. The ergonomics of the driver's workplace, as before, does not raise any questions and does not require getting used to.

In front of the driver, the manufacturer installed a stylish three-spoke multifunction steering wheel and a fully digital instrument panel, available in two diagonals - 7 and 10.2 inches.

In the central part of the front dashboard, a 7 or 9.3-inch touchscreen display of the EasyLink multimedia information center can be installed, and right below it there are three multifunctional "washers" through which the climate system is controlled. It is also worth noting that buyers can choose from 18 trim options and optional LED interior lighting (8 colors available).

Front riders are offered comfortable seats with excellent lateral support, a lot of adjustments and heating. They can easily accommodate a person of any build and height. Between the seats there is a small niche for small items, an armrest, a pair of cup holders and an electronic parking brake button.

The gear selector is located on the small "chin" of the center console. The rear sofa easily accommodates three passengers, which is facilitated by an increased distance of 17 mm between the front and rear seats. If necessary, the rear seats can move longitudinally by 160 mm, so that even a tall passenger can easily fit here.

The luggage compartment volume is 536 liters, which is 81 liters more than the car of the previous generation. It is also worth mentioning the fact that the Renault Captur has a large number of niches and shelves, the total volume of which reaches 27 liters.

Specifications Renault Captur

During the upgrade, the crossover moved to the upgraded CMF-B bogie, which is also used on the latest generation Clio model. The suspension scheme remains the same: in the front there is a MacPherson strut with coil springs, and in the back there is a torsion beam.

The manufacturer notes that the body of the Renault Captur is 85% high-strength steel. The machine is equipped with front-wheel drive as standard, but an all-wheel drive version is available as an option.

The line of engines is represented by three turbocharged petrol engines and a pair of turbodiesels. Gasoline engines:

1. 1-liter 3-cylinder power unit generating 100 hp with. and 160 Nm of torque. His partner is a 5-speed manual transmission.
2. 1.3-liter 4-cylinder with 130 "horses" and a maximum torque of 240 Nm. It can be paired with a 6-speed "mechanics" or a 7-band "robot".
3. 1.3-liter engine that generates 155 "horses" and 270 Nm of torque, which is paired with a 7-speed robotic gearbox.

Diesel 4-cylinders are presented:

1. 1.5-liter engine of the Blue dCi series, producing 95 hp. and a torque limit of 240 Nm. This engine is equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission.
2. 1.5-liter 115-horsepower engine, generating 240 Nm of torque, but available with a 6-range "mechanics" or 7-speed "robot".

The manufacturer also reports that in 2020 the range will be expanded with a rechargeable hybrid equipped with a 1.6-liter naturally aspirated gasoline engine and a pair of electric motors powered by a 9.8 kWh battery. According to preliminary information, such a hybrid will be able to develop a maximum speed of 135 km / h and overcome about 45 km on electric traction alone.

The Renault Captur braking system is represented by disc brakes on the front axle and drums on the rear. The steering is supplemented by an electric booster, while it is not yet clear whether the car got rid of the excessively "heavy" steering wheel or not.

Equipment level and price of the 2020 Renault Captur

Official sales of Renault Captur in Europe are scheduled for the second half of autumn 2019, while the base price of the crossover will start at 16.5 thousand euros. For this money, the buyer should receive:

• LED front and rear optics;
• plastic body kit;
• compact spoiler;
• wheel disks;
• 7-inch digital instrument cluster;
• air conditioner;
• ABS and EBD systems;
• tire pressure sensors;
• audio system and touch screen entertainment center;
• seat belts;
• side and front airbags;
• fabric salon;
• electric drive of mirrors and side windows;
• rear fog lights;
• Isofix belts and other equipment.

In richer trim levels, the car will be able to offer:

• climate control;
• Cruise control;
• a pedestrian detection and traffic sign recognition system;
• heated steering wheel;
• rear view camera;
• parking sensors;
• parking assistant;
• decorative chrome exterior details;
• light-alloy "rollers" and much more.

Also, as an option, buyers will be able to equip the car with premium acoustics from Bose, an all-round view complex, genuine leather trim, etc.
Note that the car will not appear on the Russian market, because we are implementing its "double" - Renault Kaptur, which has a similar exterior design, larger dimensions, a simpler interior and a completely different technical filling.

Conclusion

Renault Captur is a very interesting car that deserves the right to bear the title of one of the most balanced crossovers in its class. The first generation of the model sold 1.2 million copies, and it seems to us that the novelty is quite capable of not only repeating, but also significantly surpassing this result.

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