Get The Best of Both World – Renault Captur
When the term “crossover” was first coined, it conjured up mental images of inelegant, Frankensteinian creations. Years later, the only thing left in shambles is our preconceived notions of what constitutes and separates a hatchback from a multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) and a sports utility vehicle (SUV). Nowhere has this unique blend of aesthetics and functionality harmonised so elegantly as in the Renault Captur.
The Renault Captur introduces itself to the eye as a sporty hatchback right from the get-go, with two variations of its 66kW petrol engine. Based on Renault’s Clio platform, the Captur is a nimble and responsive vehicle, sporting a miniscule turning circle of just 10.42 metres. The variable power assisted steering combined with the high torque rating (135Nm) at low revolutions (2,500rpm) earns the Renault Captur the moniker “sporty”. The Captur boasts an impressive boot space of 377 litres.
Which brings us to the MPV component. Many modern MPVs incorporate seats that can be folded away or adjusted to fit your purpose. The floor panel of the Captur’s boot is reversible and removable, increasing the boot to 455 litres. Rail-mounted rear seats fold down completely to increase your boot space to an amazing 1,235 litres. An optional driver armrest (which doubles as a centre console) and a dash-top compartment are easily accessible to the driver. The driver has a higher vantage than previously seen on the Clio platform, giving the impression of driving a 4×4.
An impression bolstered by the Captur’s many SUV features, chief of which is the power added by the 88kW variant of the petrol engine. This 1.2 litre, 6 speed automatic delivers an increased 88kW of power and 190Nm of torque at even lower revolutions. It betters the 66kW engine’s already impressive 12.9 second, 100 metre dash by a two full seconds. Add some of the impressive extras to really put the “sports” in sports utility. Trade the roof rack for a rooftop locker. Add a tow bar and a bike rack and you’re set.
Off course, Renault has thrown in some bells and whistles to tie the whole, elegant package together, such as cruise control (with speed limiter) and hill-start assist for the Dynamique. The 66kW’s innovative and economic engine start/stop function is all but invisible, while the same cannot be said for the proprietary 7” touchscreen MediaNav. The list goes on.
If you want it all, that is exactly what the Renault Captur offers. Book a test drive today and add your own uniqueness to the Captur range.
