Renault has unveiled a facelift for its Captur crossover, bringing it in line with the latest design language used on the Clio. The front end has undergone a significant facelift, featuring bright LED daytime running lights and an updated brand logo. Although the rear lights retain their characteristic "C" form, they now feature updated graphics accompanied by a revised Renault badge on the tailgate.
The new top trim level, Esprit Alpine, replaces the previous RS Line variant, offering customers a choice of 14 two-tone combinations and different color options. Wheel sizes range from 17-inch steel wheels for the base model to 19-inch for the Esprit Alpine.
Inside, the 2024 Captur sees improvements to the infotainment system with a larger 10.4-inch touchscreen and a 10.25-inch digital instrument panel. Notably, Renault has opted for sustainable materials in the interior, replacing leather with upholstery made from recycled materials such as hemp and removing chrome accents.
Under the hood, engine options include a three-cylinder 1.0-liter turbocharged gasoline engine producing 90 hp, a four-cylinder 1.3-liter turbo unit with 140 or 160 hp, and a hybrid drive combining 1.6-liter gasoline engine with 36-kilowatt electric motor and 1.2-kWh battery for a combined output of 145 hp. Renault claims that the hybrid variant can operate in pure electric mode for 80% of city driving.
Notably, there is no diesel option, reflecting the industry trend of phasing out small diesel cars in Europe. However, an LPG version is available with a three-cylinder 1.0-liter turbo engine that offers 100 hp. and a mileage of 684 km with full tanks of petrol and LPG.
The facelifted Captur, which will go on sale in Europe later this year, will be produced at Renault's plant in Valladolid, Spain.