Renault Captur MK1 vs Renault Kadjar KAD
Renault Captur
MK1 · 2013 – 2019
The first Captur (MK1), on a modified B platform.
Renault Kadjar
KAD · 2015 – 2022
The Kadjar (KAD), a compact SUV on the CMF-CD platform.
Renault Captur
Pick the MK1 for an affordable, flexible early Captur with a clever sliding rear bench.
Renault Kadjar
Pick the Kadjar for a roomy, comfortable compact SUV with an affordable used supply.
Performance
0.9 TCe 90 · Petrol vs 1.3 TCe 140 · Petrol
| Renault Captur | Renault Kadjar | |
|---|---|---|
| Power |
90 hp
|
140 hp
Winner
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| Torque |
135 Nm
|
240 Nm
Winner
|
| 0–100 km/h |
12,7 s
|
9,6 s
Winner
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| Top speed |
171 km/h
|
205 km/h
Winner
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| Power-to-weight |
83,3 hp/t
|
100,0 hp/t
Winner
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| CO₂ emissions (WLTP) |
105 g/km
Winner
|
125 g/km
|
| Consumption (WLTP) |
4,7 L/100km
Winner
|
5,6 L/100km
|
Dimensions & space
| Renault Captur | Renault Kadjar | |
|---|---|---|
| Boot |
377 L
|
472 L
Winner
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| Boot (seats folded) |
1.235 L
|
1.478 L
Winner
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| Wheelbase |
2,61 m
|
2,65 m
Winner
|
| Length |
4,12 m
|
4,45 m
|
| Ground clearance |
—
|
—
|
| Turning circle |
10,4 m
Winner
|
10,9 m
|
| Towing capacity (braked) |
900 kg
|
1.500 kg
Winner
|
Powertrain & tech
| Renault Captur | Renault Kadjar | |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | B (modified) | CMF-CD |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive · All-wheel drive |
| Engine family | 0.9 TCe · 1.2 TCe · 1.3 TCe · 1.5 dCi | 1.2 TCe · 1.3 TCe · 1.6 TCe · 1.5 dCi/Blue dCi · 1.6 dCi · 1.7 Blue dCi |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed manual · EDC7 |
| 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
- 1.2 TCe: timing chain and oil consumption
- EDC/X-tronic: juddery at low speed
- Electrical gremlins and R-Link freezes
Pros
- Flexible sliding rear bench
- Affordable and plentiful used
- Efficient 1.5 dCi diesel
- Roomy boot and comfortable ride
- Affordable and plentiful used
- Efficient 1.5 dCi diesel
Cons
- 1.2 TCe carries chain risk
- Boot and rear legroom smaller than MK2
- 1.2 TCe (early years) carries chain risk
- Interior less modern than newer rivals
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 Kadjar
A relaxed long-distance cruiser rather than a dynamic driver's car. Steering is light and accurate enough for daily use, ride quality is generally compliant on smaller wheels and becomes firmer on 19-inch alloys, and body control is adequate. The 1.3 TCe feels responsive once moving, while the diesels are refined and strong for motorway use. The EDC dual-clutch is smooth at higher speeds but can show low-speed hesitation or judder, especially on early cars and in town. AWD versions add a modest amount of traction in slippery conditions.
Belgian taxes & LEZ
