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Summary

The Renault Captur is a small crossover vehicle, based on the same platform as the latest Renault Clio and Nissan Juke. The current model is the second-generation Captur, which was launched at the 2019 Frankfurt motor show and arrived on UK roads in early 2020.

The initial reviews for the Captur have been generally positive, and it is considered to be a significant improvement over the original model. As of November 2021, its has an Expert Rating of 66%, which puts it in the top half of a very large and competitive sector, although still several points behind the class-leading Ford Puma.

Unlike many cars in the small SUV/crossover class, the Captur is still available with a diesel engine in addition to the more popular petrol engines. A plug-in hybrid option also joined the range in Winter 2020/21, while a regular hybrid will arrive sometime later in 2021.

The Renault Captur has received praise for its practicality, stylish interior and competitive pricing. However, it has been criticised for an underwhelming driving experience, underperforming engines and interior build quality.

Captur highlights

Five-star Euro NCAP crash test rating
Low running costs
Refined, roomy and comfy interior
Attractive exterior looks
Competitively priced

Captur lowlights

Fiddly infotainment
Too much wind noise
Rather bland performance

Key specifications

Body style: Small SUV/crossoverEngines: petrol, diesel, plug-in hybrid
Price: From £17,995 on-road

Launched: Winter 2019/20Last updated: Winter 2020/21
Replacement due: TBA

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Media reviews

Reviews, road test and comparisons from across the UK automotive media. Click any of the boxes to view.

The Car Expert

Model reviewed: Range overview“It’s rare for a car to absolutely nail its brief, but the Renault Captur manages it and feels far more well-rounded than just about all of its rivals.”
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Auto Express

Model reviewed: 1.6-litre petrol/electric plug-in hybrid E-TechScore: 7 / 10“The Renault Captur remains our favourite small SUV, but as a private buyer, unless you’re committed to taking your first steps towards full electrification, we’d stick with the marginally better to live with and much cheaper petrol version.”
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Model reviewed: Range overviewScore: 8 / 10“The new Renault Captur is all grown-up, with an improved interior, plenty of on-board tech and reassuring levels of safety.”
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Auto Trader

Model reviewed: Range overviewScore: 8 / 10“The Renault Captur is one of the most popular small SUVs on the market, and it’s easy to see why. It’s one of the most practical cars of its type, making it a good choice for buyers with a small family, while its exemplary comfort and impressive cabin quality also mark it out against rivals.”
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Model reviewed: 1.6-litre petrol-electric plug-in hybrid automatic E-TechScore: 8 / 10“The electrified Renault Captur E-Tech hybrid offers usable electric-only range and significant tax advantages without the range anxiety of a full EV.”
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Autocar

Model reviewed: 1.6-litre petrol-electric plug-in hybrid automatic E-TechScore: 7 / 10“The Renault Captur pairs its comfortable, well-appointed interior with cheap running costs and ease of use. Just don’t expect it to deviate wildly from this formula in offering flashes of driver engagement or segment-leading rolling refinement.”
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Model reviewed: Range overviewScore: 7 / 10“Renault has done a lot right with this second-generation Captur. It’s a much more complete product than its predecessor, with a roomier and richer cabin, significantly better on-board technology and a more secure handling character.”
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Business Car

Model reviewed: 1.6-litre petrol-electric plug-in hybrid automatic E-Tech Launch EditionScore: 7 / 10“The Renault Captur is a very easy model to like, thanks to its sophisticated interior style and impressive quality. Complete with digitised instrumentation, stylish, floating gear-shifter centre console, and neatly arranged piano key switches, it delivers a very impressive cabin ambience.”
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Car

Model reviewed: 1.3-litre petrol manualScore: 8 / 10“If you want a small crossover, the Renault Captur should be right near the top of your list.”
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Car Keys

Model reviewed: Range overviewScore: 8 / 10“The crossover market is rather crowded already, and there’s only a place for the best to succeed, and the Renault Captur appears to be one of them. Thanks to improved interior space, better engines and a much more stylish cabin, the Captur is certainly a far more compelling option than before.”
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Carbuyer

Model reviewed: Range overviewScore: 8.6 / 10“The Renault Captur is one of the crossovers to beat, thanks to low running costs and plenty of style.”
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Carwow

Model reviewed: Range overviewScore: 8 / 10“The Renault Captur looks great, has a spacious, high-quality cabin and a big boot. Its infotainment is frustrating, though, and there are more comfortable small SUVs around town.”
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Company Car Today

Model reviewed: 1.6-litre petrol/electric plug-in hybrid E-Tech 160 Launch Edition“Will make good sense for company car drivers – as long as it is properly plugged in and charged as much as possible.”
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Model reviewed: 1.3-litre automatic Iconic“Auto gearbox aside, the Renault Captur is an appealing car with classy looks inside and out, great levels of tech and is easy to use. The increased practicality from the larger boot just makes the car even easier to recommend.”
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Daily Mirror

Model reviewed: 1.3-litre petrol manual IconicScore: 6 / 10“Compact SUV gets bigger and better.”
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Fleetworld

Model reviewed: Range overview“Trailblazing B-SUV adds clever technology, and a forthcoming hybrid version to make sure business users take note.”
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Honest John

Model reviewed: Range overviewScore: 8 / 10“In a bid to appeal to a youthful market, the 2020 Renault Captur is offered in as many as 90 different colour combinations, with buyers able to choose from different colours for the bodywork, roof, door mirrors and skid plates.”
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Model reviewed: Range review“But now on to the ‘All-New’ Capture, improved in every respect and brought bang up to date with optional Autonomous Level 2 self-driving features in top models.”
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Parkers

Model reviewed: Range overviewScore: 8.8 / 10“Renault’s popular crossover has matured”
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The Sun

Model reviewed: 1.0-litre petrol manual“The Captur is a handsome all-rounder but it won’t rock your world. No one will ever walk into a pub and say, ‘F***ing hell, lads. Look what I’ve just bought. A Renault Captur’.”
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The Sunday Times

Model reviewed: 1.3-litre petrol manual S EditionScore: 8 / 10“Not quite the most rounded small SUV, but a very competent one nevertheless.”
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The Telegraph

Model reviewed: 1.6-litre petrol-electric plug-in hybrid E-Tech Launch EditionScore: 8 / 10“The Renault Captur E-Tech really is an enjoyable and compromise-free entry to electric motoring for swathes of the UK’s motorists – company car users and retail buyers alike.”
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Model reviewed: 1.0-litre petrol manual TCe 100 IconicScore: 8 / 10“A litany of niggles stop it from being a great car, but the new Renault Captur is still a good one, and most importantly, it’s talented in areas that are important in a small SUV like this one. If you’re planning to buy one as a family hauler, though, you might like to upgrade to an engine with more poke.”
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Model reviewed: 1.3-litre petrol manual S EditionScore: 8 / 10“The Mk2 Renault Captur is a solid attempt to address the shortcomings of the first generation, so it feels stiffer and stronger, the ride is more comfortable and the interior is genuinely top class. None of this makes the Captur a clear market leader, but it’s there or thereabouts in every aspect.”
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Top Gear

Model reviewed: Range overviewScore: 6 / 10“Jumped-up Renault Clio is miles less tinny than the old one. Breaks no rules, but it’s good-looking, refined and comfy”
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What Car?

Model reviewed: Range overviewScore: 6 / 10“While we can see the appeal of the Renault Captur’s funky looks and affordable pricing, its engines are rather weak and it doesn’t ride or handle particularly well. Interior quality is good on top-spec versions, but all are rather cramped in the back.”
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Which?

Model reviewed: Range overviewScore: 5.6 / 10“Like the recently updated Renault Clio, it may take a second to spot the exterior differences between the new and old Captur models, but a short stint behind the wheel is all that’s needed to be convinced it’s been comprehensively improved.”
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Model reviewed: 1.6-litre petrol-electric plug-in hybrid E-Tech“As a plug-in hybrid, this Captur will appeal mostly to those who spend their driving lives in town. It’s quiet, reasonably powerful and fuss-free to drive. It’s just a shame the ride quality at low speeds (where this car is designed to excel) isn’t quite as good as the standard Captur.”
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Safety rating

Independent crash test and safety ratings from Euro NCAP

Overall rating: 5 stars
Date tested: December 2019

96%

ADULT OCCUPANT

83%

CHILD OCCUPANT

75%

VULNERABLE ROAD USERS

74%

SAFETY ASSIST

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Eco rating

Independent economy and emissions ratings from Green NCAP

Model tested: 1.3-litre petrol manual 130hp
Date tested: November 2020

5.1 / 10

CLEAN AIR INDEX

5.3 / 10

ENERGY EFFICIENCY INDEX

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Awards

Trophies, prizes and awards that the Renault Captur has received

2021

Auto Express Awards – Best Small SUV
Fleet World Awards – Best Fleet Small SUV
Auto Trader New Car Awards – Best Car for City Drivers
Carbuyer Awards – Best Small Family Car

2020

Carbuyer Awards – Best Small Family Car
Auto Express Awards – Best Small SUV

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