Buying a used Renault Captur

Buying a used Renault Captur 

First released in 2013, the Renault Captur was designed to be a stylish, more practical version of the Clio hatchback. A spacious and comfortable crossover SUV, it’s a great option for families looking for an economical and carbon-efficient car. Get advice on how to find the best used Renault Captur with this SPOTiCAR guide.  

What Renault Captur models are available?  

With a huge range of SUVs currently on the market, the Renault Captur was designed to offer a more stylish alternative to other manufacturers’ family cars. A compact option, it offers the benefits of a high ride level with all the practicality and fuel efficiency of a standard hatchback.  

There are a huge range of engines and transmissions available with the Renault Captur, including economical 0.9L, 1.0L, 1.2L or 1.3L petrol 1.5L diesel engines, as well as a plug-in hybrid option in more recent models. Plus, the Renault Captur is comfortable for both drivers and passengers, with plenty of infotainment and interior technology options, as well as a five-door design and spacious boot space that makes it ideal for families  

There are a huge range of interior and exterior trim options available, although the name of these changes according to the year of production. Upon release, the various trim levels included:  

• Expression 

• Dynamique Nav and Dynamique S Nav 

• Signature X Nav and Signature S Nav 

For Renault Captur model years 2018 to 2019, the trim variations are:  

• Play  

• Iconic 

• GT Line 

From 2019, the following model options are available: 

• Evolution 

• Techno 

• Rive Gauche SE 

• R.S. Line 

Which used Renault Captur should you choose? 

Spacious, practical and relatively low-cost to run, the Renault Captur quickly became one of the most popular family car options in Europe. As well as having a high driving position, comfortable ride and a large range of engine, automatic and manual transmission and numerous trim options, it’s a compact SUV that offers as much style as it does practicality.  

So if you’re looking for a family car that can carry all your gear, keep you and the children comfortable and get you to your destination style, then you should consider a used Renault Captur as your next purchase.  

What should you look out for in a used Renault Captur? 

Part of the Renault Captur’s popularity was because of its reliability, with Renault increasing its manufacturer’s warranty in 2015 to a four-year warranty with a 100,000-mile limit. However, alongside the typical MOT and service history checks, there are a few elements to look out for on an inspection and test drive:  

• Check the start-stop technology: this has been known to fail unexpectedly or not work at all, so is worth checking on your test drive.  

• Inspect the wheel arch trims: on some models, these aren’t fitted properly and sit proud of the rest of the bodywork.  

• Test out the onboard software: the MPG reading and DAB radio displays can sometimes fail to appear or the speakers can fail to operate.  

• Try out the boot release: particularly on cars with keyless entry, the boot can fail to open by remote control.  

Whether you’re looking to trade, part exchange or buy a Renault Captur, make sure you get an accurate valuation with the SPOTICAR online tool. Then, once you’re sure of the price, book an appointment with your local retailer to discuss finding your ideal new vehicle.