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Fact file: Chevrolet Captiva
Chevrolet's full-blooded sports SUV
- Segment: SUV
- In the model range since: Spring 2011
Chevrolet's offering in the SUV segment, the Captiva, is not only one of the most powerful compact seven-seater SUVs in the market but also one of the safest. Following rigorous testing by the European New Car Assessment Program (Euro NCAP), the Captiva was awarded the highest five-star rating.
The Captiva offers a lot of SUV for its price: an elegant sporty design, powerful, yet efficient engines, all-wheel drive capabilities, roominess, and versatility for up to seven passengers or up to 942 liters of luggage space.
Presented for the first time at the 2010 Paris Motor Show, the latest model of the Captiva sports a fresh front end design, a range of enhancements to the interior and new engines and transmissions.
Chevrolet's full-blooded sports SUV exudes confidence with its dynamic styling and active on-demand all-wheel drive system that distributes power where needed.
At the same time, the Captiva retains the advantages of its adaptable, theater-style seating in three rows which comfortably accommodates up to seven passengers.
The Captiva has won many friends for its exterior design since its launch in 2006, and with the new model it just got even better. A number of features are immediately noticeable in the front of the car: the re-shaped and sharply sculptured hood, a larger grille with its dual-opening and the Chevrolet bow-tie sited proudly in the middle, and the prism style headlamps and integrated LED turn signals on the outside rearview mirrors, all of which add up to its athletic stance.
The side air-vents on the front fenders now take on a more angular shape that emphasizes the Captiva's sporting intent, retaining the car's handsome profile, characterized by a sleek, rising shoulder line all the way from the A pillar back.
The engine line-up comprises two gasoline engines (2.4L and 3.0L) and two 2.2L turbo-diesel variants that incorporate a host of advanced technologies aimed at delivering an optimal balance of performance and fuel economy.
With the introduction of a 3.0L 258 hp V6 gasoline engine with direct injection and variable valve timing, the Captiva has become one of the most powerful compact SUVs on the market. The 2.2L common-rail turbo-charged diesel unit is available with outputs of either 163 or 184 hp. Rounding off the line-up is the 2.4L dual overhead cam gasoline engine with variable valve timing, rated at 171 hp. Both the 2.2L turbo-diesels as well as the 2.4L gasoline engine can be ordered in front- or all-wheel-drive configurations.
The Captiva's chassis has been re-tuned to further enhance vehicle dynamics, improving cornering, roll characteristics and ride feel. With Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Traction Control System (TCS) and Braking Assist System (BAS) all standard, as well as front, side and curtain airbags, the Captiva provides a high level of safety. Additionally, the Captiva features Hill Start Assist (HSA), eliminating roll-back on hills, and an electric park brake.
Climbing aboard the Captiva, driver and passengers are welcomed by an airy and spacious interior, with storage space that is among best in class and the option of either five or seven seats.
The Captiva's upgraded interior features an array of new finishes and textures including all-new seat fabrics and interior décor to give the car a more up-market feel and look. The Captiva designers have put some elements featured on other new Chevrolet models to good use, such as the ice-blue back-lighting and the 'wrap-round' design of the front fascia that flows into the front driver's and passenger doors creating the dual-cockpit look.
The audio system includes AUX-in, USB-port and Bluetooth connectivity. Passengers are able to enjoy their audio experience all the more thanks to improved acoustic engineering resulting in reduced road, wind and engine noise. The Captiva can be ordered with a touch-screen navigation system with rear view camera park assistance.
Status: April 2012
