2020 Renault Captur (2nd Generation)

So we have been driving this around Portugal for about 6 weeks now, it's a 4-speed eTech 145.

Right off the bat, the controls are way more intuitive than in the C5/C3, especially the cruise control.

The hybrid tech works like a bomb, and you never really feel what is powering the car, except when you're in a basement/parkade and then it's quite obvious that you're in EV mode only. One caveat of this hybrid is that driving it feels like one-pedal driving, so there's not really any way to coast to a stop.

The 4-speed is fine for town driving, but when you put foot on the highway/uphill, it drops into 3rd and makes a very loud buzzing noise - so loud that the first time it happened we thought something had broken!

The Alpine model is loaded with all the features you'd want, except seat ventilation. It's basically a Google device with wheels, which suits me perfectly.

The driving aids can be quite intrusive, but you can personalise the settings, e.g, I have assisted cruise control set to Auto, but lane departure assist set to OFF.

It handles and drives well, soaks up the cobblestone roads well, and is very easy to maneuvre in tight spots.

The cabin is quiet, except for the wind noise past the side mirrors - can get irritating.

Consumption is sitting at 5.9, mostly town driving, we've put +-860km on it.

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Have anyone updated the Easylink Software to the latest version for the Captur 2 or Clio? The latest for Branch 2 is 283C38184R. I just did the manual update and can confirm quicker response. Full screen Carplay.
 
Renault Captur (2025) Price & Specs

The facelifted Renault Captur will soon arrive in South Africa, with the updated range set to include a new Esprit Alpine flagship grade. And we’ve uncovered local pricing…

- Captur set to arrive in Mzansi soon
- Range to be topped by new Esprit Alpine grade
- Starting price to increase R30 000 to R519 999

The facelifted Renault Captur will soon launch in South Africa, with the local range set to be topped by a new “Esprit Alpine” flagship derivative. And we’ve uncovered pricing ahead of the official launch.

Yes, according to our information, the refreshed Captur line-up will comprise a trio of variants at launch, up from the 2-strong pre-facelift portfolio. The range will furthermore adopt the Boulogne-Billancourt-based brand’s latest trim-level naming convention, with the “Zen” and “Intens” grades replaced by “Techno” and “Iconic”, respectively.

All 3 derivatives will be powered by the same turbocharged 1.3-litre, 4-cylinder petrol engine as before, again driving the front axle via a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission as standard. From what we understand, this motor’s peak outputs are unchanged at 113 kW and 270 Nm.

The refreshed range is set to kick off with the Captur 1.3T Techno 7DCT, priced from R519 999 (for the record, that’s R30 000 or 6.1% more than the pre-facelift Zen derivative). The Captur 1.3T Iconic 7DCT, meanwhile, looks set to serve as the mid-tier option at R546 999 (R37 000 or 7.3% up on the pre-facelift Intens).

What does the facelifted Renault Captur cost in SA?

DERIVATIVE PRICE
Renault Captur 1.3T Techno 7DCT R519 999
Renault Captur 1.3T Iconic 7DCT R546 999
Renault Captur 1.3T Esprit Alpine 7DCT R616 999

The prices above likely include a 5-year/150 000 km warranty and a 3-year/45 000 km service plan (with intervals of 15 000 km).

 
2025 Renault Captur in SA: Price & Specs

The thoroughly revised Renault Captur has launched in South Africa, with Renault SA announcing pricing and specs for the updated model lineup.

Following the local introduction of the updated Kiger last month, the revised Renault Captur lineup has touched down in South Africa. See pricing below.

Similar to the updated Triber and Kiger, the Captur range adopts updated nomenclature for the trim grades – Zen and Intens have been nixed for Techno and Iconic, respectively, while a new flagship has been introduced to the lineup in the shape of the Esprit Alpine (seen here).

The interior features a 7.0-inch digital instrument cluster and a 10.4-inch infotainment touchscreen, replete with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and automatic air conditioning, to name but a few items. The Espirit Alpine flagship variant gains heated front seats. The interior also receives two USB Type-C ports, a wireless smartphone charging bay, air vents for the second row, and an electronically adjustable driver’s seat. The Captur boasts a claimed boot capacity of 616 litres.

2025 Renault Captur Price in SA

The updated Renault Captur is priced from R515 999, making it R26 000 more expensive than the outgoing model. Included in the price is a three-year/45 000 km service plan and a five-year/150 000 km warranty.

Captur Techno – R515 999
Captur Iconic – R544 999
Captur Espirit Alpine – R614 999

www.carmag.co.za

2025 Renault Captur in SA: Price & Specs

The revised Renault Captur has been launched in South Africa, with Renault SA announcing pricing and specs for the latest model lineup...
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Revamped Renault Captur: French elegance meets compact SUV versatility

Driving

We drove the Esprit Alpine model on launch, which included a loop from Krugersdorp around the Hartbeespoort dam with a combination of highway and North West Province unmaintained roads.

What struck me first was how solidly the Spanish-built Captur felt. The doors shut with a pleasant thud rather than a tinny sound we sometimes hear in the segment.

The interior also felt premium with soft touch surfaces, delicate stitching and comfortable seats that provided ample support.

There were three of us in the car, and with my seat set optimally for driving, there was enough space for the passenger behind me, the interior belying its B-segment status.

The suspension initially felt on the stiff side, but not uncomfortably so and once you get used to the car, it’s not at all noticeable. It does help on the twisty bits with minimal body roll, shown when a quick reaction was needed to avoid potholes.

It will cruise comfortably at the national speed limit, and we experienced virtually no engine or wind noise inside the cabin.

With the 1.3-litre turbo mill, it doesn’t have a rapid-fire getaway but rather a gentle pick-up of speed even in sport mode.

On an empty stretch of road, we engaged in some spirited driving, and when the revs were high, there was some protest from the engine, and there were one or two occasions that it would run out of steam on uphills.

I doubt very much, though, that an average owner would be doing that regularly, so as they say, it ticks all the boxes.

It’s a not-so-significant list that the Renault Captur competes against, including the VW T-Cross, Hyundai Creta, Peugeot 2008, Beijing X55 Plus, Mazda CX3, GAC Emzoom, Opel Crossland, VW Taigo and Haval Jolion.

How it will fare remains to be seen, but a little French flair has never done anyone any harm.

It comes with a five-year/150 000km mechanical warranty and a three-year/45 000km service plan.

Pricing (December 2025)

Renault Captur 1.3L Techno EDC: R515 999.
Renault Captur 1.3L Iconic EDC: R544 999.
Renault Captur 1.3L Esprit Alpine EDC: R614 999.

 
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Revamped Renault Captur: French elegance meets compact SUV versatility

Driving

We drove the Esprit Alpine model on launch, which included a loop from Krugersdorp around the Hartbeespoort dam with a combination of highway and North West Province unmaintained roads.

What struck me first was how solidly the Spanish-built Captur felt. The doors shut with a pleasant thud rather than a tinny sound we sometimes hear in the segment.

The interior also felt premium with soft touch surfaces, delicate stitching and comfortable seats that provided ample support.

There were three of us in the car, and with my seat set optimally for driving, there was enough space for the passenger behind me, the interior belying its B-segment status.

The suspension initially felt on the stiff side, but not uncomfortably so and once you get used to the car, it’s not at all noticeable. It does help on the twisty bits with minimal body roll, shown when a quick reaction was needed to avoid potholes.

It will cruise comfortably at the national speed limit, and we experienced virtually no engine or wind noise inside the cabin.

With the 1.3-litre turbo mill, it doesn’t have a rapid-fire getaway but rather a gentle pick-up of speed even in sport mode.

On an empty stretch of road, we engaged in some spirited driving, and when the revs were high, there was some protest from the engine, and there were one or two occasions that it would run out of steam on uphills.

I doubt very much, though, that an average owner would be doing that regularly, so as they say, it ticks all the boxes.

It’s a not-so-significant list that the Renault Captur competes against, including the VW T-Cross, Hyundai Creta, Peugeot 2008, Beijing X55 Plus, Mazda CX3, GAC Emzoom, Opel Crossland, VW Taigo and Haval Jolion.

How it will fare remains to be seen, but a little French flair has never done anyone any harm.

It comes with a five-year/150 000km mechanical warranty and a three-year/45 000km service plan.

Pricing (December 2025)

Renault Captur 1.3L Techno EDC: R515 999.
Renault Captur 1.3L Iconic EDC: R544 999.
Renault Captur 1.3L Esprit Alpine EDC: R614 999.

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Tinny sound in this segment?
Renault Captur 1.3L Techno EDC: R515 999.

What do they think this is the entry level segment?
 
Review: Renault Captur

How much does the Renault Captur cost in SA?

The updated Captur is priced from R515 999 for the Techno variant to R614 999 for the model driven here, the Esprit Alpine. Bookended by these two derivatives is the Iconic variant, which is priced from R544 999. Pricing includes a five-year/150 000 km warranty and a three-year/45 000 km service plan.

Verdict

The updated Captur, especially in Esprit Alpine guise, cuts a handsome figure, perceived build quality is spot-on, and the cabin is well-appointed (the omission of adaptive cruise control remains curious, though). It drives well, too. We’d argue the Iconic variant, priced from R544 999, is the pick of the Captur lineup.

Renault Captur 1.3T Esprit Alpine EDC specifications
Price: R614 999
Powertrain: 1.3-litre, four-cylinder, turbopetrol
Transmission: seven-speed dual-clutch
Driven wheels: front
Power: 113 kW @ 6 000 r/min
Torque: 270 N.m @ 1 700 r/min
0-100 km/h: 9.6 seconds (claimed)
Top speed: 193 km/h (claimed)
Fuel consumption: 6.6 L/100 km (claimed)
CO2 emissions: 149 g/km (claimed)

 
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