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Renault Captur 2024 review

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Renault Captur 2024 — front three-quarter view

Photo: Calreyn88 (CC BY-SA 4.0), via Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Renault gave the Captur a thorough facelift for 2024, headlined by sharp new styling, the sporty Esprit Alpine trim and a much-improved Google-based infotainment system that is among the easiest to use in the class. It remains one of the smartest small SUVs you can buy in Britain: compact outside, clever inside, with a sliding rear bench that lets you trade legroom for boot space in seconds.

The powertrain to have is the E-Tech full hybrid, pairing a 1.6-litre petrol engine with two electric motors for 145PS and genuinely impressive economy — officially over 60mpg, with silent electric running around town. The multimode automatic gearbox can feel unusual at first, but it is smooth once you adapt, and the Captur’s soft, comfortable ride is ideal for Britain’s battered B-roads. Techno trim brings the big screen, wireless smartphone mirroring and adaptive cruise.

Against the Peugeot 2008, Nissan Juke and Vauxhall Mokka, the Captur fights back with the cleverest interior packaging and the most economical hybrid system this side of a Toyota. Insurance groups are modest, CO2 of around 105g/km keeps tax low, and strong residuals help PCP deals. For economical family motoring with a dash of French flair, the Captur 2024 is a top pick.

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UK price from: £21,995

Specifications

Engine	1.6-litre petrol + dual electric motors
Power	145PS
0-60 mph	10.6 seconds
Top speed	106 mph
Fuel economy	60.1 mpg (WLTP)
CO2	105 g/km
Boot space	422 litres
Length	4,239 mm
Transmission	Multimode automatic
Drive	Front-wheel drive

Features

10.4-inch Google built-in touchscreen (Techno)
Sliding rear bench (16cm of travel)
E-Tech 145 full-hybrid powertrain
Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Adaptive cruise control with lane centring
Hands-free parking assist
Multi-Sense driving modes with ambient lighting
17-inch alloy wheels

Common parts & prices

Part	Price (GBP)	Notes
Front brake pads	£36.99	E-Tech hybrids use regen, so pads last well; check sensors
Cabin pollen filter	£13.99	Carbon filter; easy DIY change behind glovebox
Wiper blade set (front)	£18.99	650mm / 400mm aero blades
Air filter	£15.99	Panel filter for the 1.6 E-Tech engine
12V battery	£84.99	EFB type for stop-start hybrid system
Rear brake discs (pair)	£54.99	Solid discs on E-Tech; vented on some petrol versions

Prices are typical UK aftermarket/OEM guide prices and may vary by supplier.

Pros

Outstanding hybrid fuel economy (60mpg+)
Clever sliding rear seat boosts versatility
Comfortable, soft ride quality
Excellent infotainment and safety kit

Cons

Multimode gearbox feels odd at first
Interior plastics are durable rather than plush
Hybrid costs more than mild-hybrid rivals
Steering feel is vague and uninvolving

Frequently asked questions

How does the Captur E-Tech hybrid gearbox work?

Instead of a conventional gearbox it uses a clutchless multimode transmission with two electric motors and four engine gears, blending power sources seamlessly. It feels different — occasional pauses as it shuffles ratios — but it is reliable, smooth in town and needs no driver input beyond selecting D.

What is the real MPG of the Captur hybrid?

Officially just over 60mpg, and careful UK drivers regularly see high-50s in mixed use. Around town, where the electric motors do most of the work, 65mpg+ is achievable; fast motorway cruising drops it to the low 50s.

Is the sliding rear seat actually useful?

Yes — it is the Captur’s party trick. Slide it forward and boot space grows from 422 to 536 litres for tip runs or holidays; slide it back and rear passengers get limo-like legroom. Few rivals offer this flexibility at any price.

Which Captur should I buy — hybrid or petrol?

Do the maths on your mileage. The E-Tech 145 costs more upfront but its 60mpg economy and lower CO2 pay back quickly for high-mileage drivers and company-car users. Low-mileage private buyers may find the 1.2 mild-hybrid petrol cheaper overall.