Renault Captur 1.5 dCi 90 CV, road test (Equipment, price and verdict)

Today we close the road test of the Renault Captur diesel, a model that joins the SUV trend and which we have been able to try with the diesel engine available in the range, the 1.5 dCi 90 CV paired with a five-speed manual gearbox.

In the first part of the test we told you everything about the engine -a bit short on power- and its performance, highlighting its frugal consumption. In the second part we analysed everything related to the design, an area where the Captur stands out. And now, in this third part of the test, we turn to the equipment of the Renault Captur, covering both standard, optional and safety features present on the Captur.

Equipment

We begin our review of the equipment with the safety features fitted as standard on the Renault Captur. Standard highlights include stability control (but no traction control), front, side and head airbags for the front seats, and ABS with emergency brake assist.

In Euro NCAP tests it achieved five stars with a score of 88% for adult occupant protection and 79% for child occupant protection. The results are good: it has ISOFIX anchorages in three seats -two rear and one front- and there is room for improvement in the whiplash test and the side pole impact test, according to the Euro NCAP results.

The equipment levels are structured as: LIFE, Intens, Zen -our test unit-. From the Life trim it already comes with four electric windows, electric mirrors, keyless push-button start, LED daytime running lights and a single-colour body. The Intens trim -one of the best balanced- adds air conditioning, a CD radio with Bluetooth connectivity and USB/AUX input, 16-inch alloy wheels, front fog lights, exterior chrome trim, among other features.

Finally, the Zen trim adds two-tone exterior paint, light and rain sensors, the MediaNav multimedia system, a leather steering wheel, 17-inch alloy wheels, among other features.

Optionally you can fit the complete R-Link system -590 euros- which combines navigation and multimedia functions, making it a very complete navigator, easy to use and with several useful features such as an air pollution sensor or the ability to add new applications to the system.

There are also several configuration options that let you choose colours for the interior or the exterior chrome areas, offering a wide range of personalisation.

Prices of the Renault Captur

• Life Energy TCe 90 S&S eco2 15,200 euros
• Life Energy dCi 90 S&S eco2 16,850 euros
• Intens Energy TCe 90 S&S eco2 16,700 euros
• Intens TCe 120 EDC (AUT) 18,800 euros
• Intens Energy dCi 90 S&S eco2 18,350 euros
• Intens dCi 90 EDC eco2 (AUT) 19,750 euros
• Zen Energy TCe 90 S&S eco2 17,700 euros
• Zen TCe 120 EDC (AUT) 19,800 euros
• Zen Energy dCi 90 S&S eco2 19,350 euros
• Zen dCi 90 EDC eco2 (Aut) 20,750 euros

Price of the tested unit: Renault Captur Zen 1.5 dCi 90 CV (with R-Link and 17-inch black alloy wheels) 20,040 euros.

General Verdict

The Renault Captur is an interesting car for what it offers and at the price it offers it. It is a roomy car, with an eye-catching exterior that is different from the conventional, and a diesel engine we liked for its economy of use.

The engine has only one drawback, its power; with a slightly larger unit the end result would be very interesting. On the plus side, it has smooth operation, very low consumption, and for those not looking for sporty sensations it is an engine that will meet their expectations.

We also miss some system along the lines of Grip Control that electronically manages the distribution of power to the wheels and improves grip in tricky conditions; the car is already tall and with such a system it would gain more off-road ability.

Inside it offers space and a certain degree of individuality and personalisation. That said, the interior has room for improvement in terms of materials, especially if we take the Intens or Zen versions as a starting point, since for almost 18,000 euros there are competitor models with better interior finishes.

In terms of equipment, overall it comes well equipped -even from the base trim- with systems such as R-Link or the various personalisation options, which are a plus worth considering.

The final result is a car that offers space, has a very economical engine, is different from what we see on the streets -and can be personalised too-, and is tall, which lets us tackle slightly more demanding terrain or rural tracks with complete peace of mind.

Photos | Diego G. Moreira

Technical specifications of this car

CrossoverRenault Captur26 versions · from 22,900 €