Renault Captur MK1 vs Renault Captur MK2
Renault Captur
MK1 · 2013 – 2019
The first Captur (MK1), on a modified B platform.
Renault Captur
MK2 · 2019 – 2026
The second Captur (MK2), on the CMF-B platform with E-Tech hybrids.
Renault Captur
Pick the MK1 for an affordable, flexible early Captur with a clever sliding rear bench.
Renault Captur
Pick the MK2 for the roomier, modern Captur with E-Tech hybrids and the flexible rear bench.
Performance
0.9 TCe 90 · Petrol vs 1.0 TCe 100 · Petrol
| Renault Captur | Renault Captur | |
|---|---|---|
| Power |
90 hp
|
100 hp
Winner
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| Torque |
135 Nm
|
160 Nm
Winner
|
| 0–100 km/h |
12,7 s
Winner
|
13,0 s
|
| Top speed |
171 km/h
|
178 km/h
Winner
|
| Power-to-weight |
83,3 hp/t
|
87,7 hp/t
Winner
|
| CO₂ emissions (WLTP) |
105 g/km
Winner
|
115 g/km
|
| Consumption (WLTP) |
4,7 L/100km
Winner
|
5,0 L/100km
|
Dimensions & space
| Renault Captur | Renault Captur | |
|---|---|---|
| Boot |
377 L
|
422 L
Winner
|
| Boot (seats folded) |
1.235 L
|
1.500 L
Winner
|
| Wheelbase |
2,61 m
|
2,64 m
Winner
|
| Length |
4,12 m
|
4,24 m
|
| Ground clearance |
—
|
—
|
| Turning circle |
10,4 m
Winner
|
10,9 m
|
| Towing capacity (braked) |
900 kg
|
1.100 kg
Winner
|
Powertrain & tech
| Renault Captur | Renault Captur | |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | B (modified) | CMF-B |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Engine family | 0.9 TCe · 1.2 TCe · 1.3 TCe · 1.5 dCi | 1.0 TCe · 1.3 TCe · 1.5 Blue dCi · E-Tech 140/145 · E-Tech PHEV 158 |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Euro standard | Euro 6 | Euro 6d |
| LEZ access | Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation) | Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation) |
Reliability & watch-outs
Known issues
- 1.2 TCe: timing chain and oil consumption
- EDC: jerky shifts at low speed
- Electrical gremlins and R-Link freezes
- E-Tech hybrid: 12V battery drain
- Electrical gremlins and infotainment freezes
- 1.5 Blue dCi: DPF and AdBlue on short trips
Pros
- Flexible sliding rear bench
- Affordable and plentiful used
- Efficient 1.5 dCi diesel
- Bigger boot than the MK1
- Modern E-Tech hybrids available
- Keeps the clever sliding rear bench
Cons
- 1.2 TCe carries chain risk
- Boot and rear legroom smaller than MK2
- PHEV pricier and heavier
- Infotainment can be slow
Driving experience
Renault Captur
Light and easy to place in town with a reasonably high driving position, helped by light steering that is not especially communicative. Body control is acceptable but the ride is firmer than a conventional supermini, especially on larger wheels. The 0.9 TCe and 1.2 TCe feel responsive for daily use when healthy, while the 1.5 dCi is stronger on the motorway. Manual gearboxes are straightforward; the EDC dual-clutch is smooth at speed but often shows low-speed hesitation or judder. Overall a competent compact crossover of its era rather than a driver's car.
Renault Captur
Light and easy to place in town with a reasonably high driving position, helped by light steering that is not especially communicative. Body control is firmer than the first-generation Captur, reducing roll in corners while staying acceptable on normal roads, though the ride can feel firm on larger wheels. The 1.0 TCe and 1.3 TCe feel responsive for daily use; the E-Tech hybrid adds strong low-speed electric assistance and smooth transitions once warm. Manual gearboxes are straightforward, and the EDC dual-clutch is smooth at speed but can hesitate at low speeds. Overall a competent, easy compact crossover rather than a driver's car.
Belgian taxes & LEZ
