It does lose some practicality compared to the purely petrol-powered Captur, but it’ll still stand up to use as a family car without hesitation. It’s comfortable, efficient and will effortlessly cover miles on electric power only around town without the need for you to ever top up the battery yourself. The second generation has been available abroad since 2019, and it’s finally available in Mzansi. Overall, the non-plug-in Captur E-TECH hybrid is an impressive compact SUV that can go toe-to-toe with the best in this hugely popular class. Driving Impressions Posted MaBy: Kyle Kock After initially launching the Captur into the local market in 2015, Renault South Africa swiftly revealed an updated version in 2017. Opt for the E-TECH Engineered and you get sportier design cues inside and out, including a different bumper, grille and 18-inch alloys. The Techno – the one we’d recommend – adds 18-inch alloy wheels, a seven-inch digital driver’s display, a reversing camera and front and rear parking sensors.
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The entry-level car comes with 17-inch alloys, LED headlights and rear parking sensors, as well as a 4.2-inch display within the gauges and a seven-inch infotainment screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The full-hybrid Captur E-TECH is available in three trims: Evolution, Techno and E-TECH Engineered. CO2 emissions are competitive, too, hovering around the 114g/km mark in official testing.
This setup propels the Captur from 0-62mph in 10.6 seconds, which is on par with rivals like the Honda HR-V, Hyundai Kona Hybrid and Toyota Yaris Cross. The engine produces 138bhp and 144Nm of torque on its own, while the electric motor alone delivers 250Nm of torque.
The first motor can drive the wheels outright, while the second acts as an integrated starter-generator, helping to smooth the gaps between gearchanges and recover energy when slowing down. Under the bonnet is a 1.6-litre petrol engine coupled with two electric motors, fed by a small 1.2kWh battery. Rated 4. While Renault has several electric models arriving soon, including the Megane E-TECH and the reborn Renault 5, that hasn’t stopped the French brand from expanding its range of hybrids. The Captur small SUV was initially available with plug-in hybrid power, before the range expanded to include this full-hybrid version, which shares its 'E-TECH Hybrid' powertrain with the electrified Clio hatchback.
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