A new pseudo crossover has come to our market from Renault-Nissan. Kaptur - on Russian market and Captur (Sartir) in European. On this car modified B0 platform, familiar to us from the Duster and Terano cars. It is precisely because of the indestructible suspension that potential buyers are inclined to buy this model. What about the transmission? The choice is not easy whether to pay extra for four-wheel drive and unkillable 4x step automatic? Or save fuel with a CVT? Let's try to analyze all the pros and cons of this model, and you, a potential buyer, make an informed choice. Here we go!!!

Captur offers the future owner the opportunity to paint the body in different colors, which will undoubtedly appeal to young audiences

Captur offers the buyer three types of transmission:

• 5 speed manual (known from Renault Duster)
• 4-speed automatic (unkillable, time-tested four-speed automatic)
• CVT (also installed on cars such as Nissan Sentra, Renault Fluence)

I don’t see much point in describing the operation of a manual transmission; all the information on it is already familiar to many from the Duster model. Let's take a closer look at the choice between CVT and automatic transmission.

In order to fully use this or that transmission, you need to understand what your main mileage consists of: it could be a highway, a city, or you need to constantly drive through areas with poor coverage. Do you plan to save on gasoline, are you often stuck in traffic jams, or like to drive with the pedal to the metal?

Capture European version at the back

Captur European version from front

Let's look at the pros and cons of each transmission

Variable speed drive

Engine 1.6 114 hp (at 5500 rpm) and CVT is a definite plus for lovers of leisurely driving; drivers who count every gram of fuel will jump for joy looking at the figure of up to 8 liters in the city, and this is also with traffic jams. Setting up this variator in automatic mode has 8 speeds (there will be no annoying sticking of revolutions in maximum zone during intensive overtaking), in manual mode— six speeds. IN this variator There is no radiator, which is a plus (you don't need to closely monitor its condition) and a minus (if you get stuck, the CVT overheats quickly). The price of a car in this version is an order of magnitude cheaper than a car with a traditional automatic transmission. Correct use CVT boxes described

CVT acceleration to 100

Automatic transmission

The automatic transmission is installed in tandem with a two-liter 143 hp engine. (at 5750 rpm) this option is suitable for lovers of an active lifestyle, those who like to get out into nature, as well as owners who vote for the reliability of the car as a whole. Complete drive transmission with a Murano clutch gives the car more greater reliability. Geometric cross-country ability comparable to younger brother Duster. Kaptur with automatic transmission has a weight of 100 kg. larger than the version with mono drive and CVT. But this does not prevent it from being faster, acceleration to one hundred kilometers per hour is 2.5 seconds faster than with a CVT and is 11.2 seconds, and maximum speed equal to 180 km.h. The only drawback This automatic transmission means relatively long shifts and fuel consumption, which is an order of magnitude higher and, according to the manufacturer, is 11.7 liters in urban mode.

Video of Renault Capture on automatic

I also advise you to read the article: “CVT or Automatic, what to choose”, which is posted on this page.

I'll write a couple of lines too. Now my wife and I are going to buy her a car instead of a 1.2 liter Fabia, which is already 5 years old. Moreover, my wife immediately made demands - for a higher car, an automatic transmission and a larger trunk. And, of course, there are all sorts of “nice things” like ESP, ABS, A/C and the like.

We went online to look at options price category about a million, well, or a little more. And they came to the conclusion that only Renault Captur will have all-wheel drive or front-wheel drive. All other applicants fly away for 1,200,000 rubles. and higher. There is also an option with Ecosport from Ford with “underdrive”, and the price is fine - only 885,000 “wooden”. But the dry clutch in the DSG seriously confuses me, and the trunk door is inconvenient, because it has to be opened not upwards, but to the side. You will have to constantly leave a reserve space in the parking lot, and this is annoying. Well, it didn’t work out for a ride, because I was tired of waiting for the manager to start moving.

So we were only able to test the 2-liter Captur with an automatic transmission and all-wheel drive, and also the Vitara with a manual and a 1.6-liter engine. What does it feel like... Renault is just a vegetable, although the test drive was quite short and was all around the city. If you press the gas to the floor on a Vitara and it immediately starts accelerating, then Kaptur still thinks whether it should be done or not. And only after this does the acceleration begin.

But we are in no hurry to buy. Therefore, we decided to wait until the fall, when a Frenchman with a CVT appears. But for now the most obvious contender for purchase is a Vitara with an automatic transmission and front-wheel drive.

I went for a test drive, the brakes are bad (drum rear brakes), where did they put 143 hp? It’s not clear at all! She doesn’t even accelerate downhill as it should?!? The pedals are like on a tractor, you have to reach for them, they are located very inconveniently. oak plastic everywhere. there is little space in the cabin, but nothing seems to interfere (but not for long trips). Shumka to a solid 4k. of the pros.... - good design, reasonable price (compared to competitors), sound insulation. Conclusion: I think in a year or a year and a half they will bring it to fruition. A miracle did not happen, a Qashqai with a Renault nameplate was waiting!

No, well, although it’s small, there is some truth. Now I drive an Octavia, I sat in Kaptup - I definitely feel the budget. And the plastic is hard, and many aspects are not thought through, the ergonomics are French and this is definitely a minus.
Although, again, you need to keep the price in mind. It’s unlikely that it would be fair to demand a lot in a jeep (after all) for 1 million. Better than Duster- this is definitely a step forward

Terrible interior quality, I didn't even want to go for a test drive. Everything looks beautiful, but in the category: you can look, but not touch. There are no cup holders in the center, the stick on the machine sticks out like on a Duster... 21st century... the drawer for small items in the center does not open well, and then it does not close the first time. The glove compartment...it seems to be there, but at the same time it is as if it is not there...microscopic. I cut my finger on a chip in the cavity for closing the door from the passenger compartment. In general, I laughed and left the salon. Let them ride this miracle themselves.

I myself am a car mechanic with 13 years of experience. I decided to switch to Renault, but first a test drive.

1. For some reason, the central deflectors near the GU cannot be directed upward, but only at the face and legs. Who thought of this before?
2. The smell in the car interior is fishy. After the test drive, the smell reminded me of itself for another 2 hours.
3. Automatic with dips when switching
4. The cruise control button was tucked under the handle hand brake. Horror!!!
5. My wife (height 163 cm) sat on the back sofa and rested her knees on the seat.
6. The trunk is tiny.
7. Passenger seats without lateral support. Even at maximum speed. Rear brake drums. Last century.
8. The price in the brochure does not match the price real car in the cabin for about 100-200t.r.

After everything we saw above, we were told the price for a car in the Drive configuration was 1,300,000 rubles. For that kind of money, I’d rather go to the used market than buy this vacuum cleaner.

Dull automatic transmission, thirsty engine, terrible interior design, oak plastic, etc. I don’t understand how anyone can like Captur, perversion is not my thing, I’ll look for something more similar to a car.

Neutral reviews

Kaptur extreme. I had money, I took it full stuffing. For work I need all-wheel drive, so I initially wanted to take the Duster. But I liked the Captur more in the interior; money was not a question. I've driven 7 thousand, I'm happy with the car. I am not picky in terms of comfort, but having driven 700 kilometers at a time, I can say that the seats are very comfortable. I drove without a cruise, my legs didn’t get tired. After 1.5 tons the machine started working. Let's go. The suspension is excellent, the car holds the road confidently and accelerates well. The only thing that bothers me in the city is changing automatic gears at 60 km, this is the fastest speed. It feels a bit like a failure. The interior is not the most comfortable; there is nowhere to put a bottle. Dangles at the passenger's feet. Rear pillars wide, blocking my view back to the right. All-wheel drive really works, it helped several times.

I'm writing downsides:

1. The steering wheel is a little heavy
2. So-so Shumka (not sure what’s better in Crete)
3. I have a 2.0 manual transmission 14.5 average consumption(it's time to get chipped)
4. The butt heating and the glass take a long time to warm up (in comparison with the second trick, for which everything melted over the years)

Pros:

1. A stylish machine that seems to have everything.
2. Clearance
3. I don’t know about the 1.6, but the 2.0 manual transmission has enough dynamics.
4. In the conditions of the city and uncleaned streets with courtyards, you climb and drill wherever you want and don’t worry.

Advantages Renault Captur 2.0: The 2.0 engine, in my opinion, is optimal for this car. Good overclocking, goes downhill normally, even with a loaded trunk and a set of passengers in the form of a wife and two children. I got used to the gearbox after Logan - but it’s not surprising, there are five gears, there are six. Fuel consumption averages 78 liters (city/highway). Equipment Style for your money (1.1 million rubles) is a test. I love multimedia, the picture is good, it works without any problems. There is navigation, but this is rather a weak point, since it does not always want to plot a route along a short road. The suspension left only positive impressions. Better tuned than my old Logan. I won’t say that it’s soft, but it smooths out potholes well, it’s quite elastic in corners, and there’s no roll. At the same time, small irregularities (seams and patches on the asphalt) are felt for some reason, but not critical. Really cool ground clearance. I measured 210 mm on an unloaded car under engine protection, even more to the muffler resonator. It is also visually noticeable, especially if the crossover is parked next to a passenger car.

Disadvantages of Renault Kaptur 2.0: I can’t get used to the auto-locking system. You walk a meter away from the car with the key, it closes the doors, and there are passengers inside. I can't disable this feature. Rave! Next - when you turn on the camera rear view The computer shows that the trunk is open, but it is actually closed. I go out, slam it again, it helps, but not always the first time. Apparently it's a glitch. I don't like the light from the fog lights. Too “close”, illuminates a small part of the road and the side of the road. The instrument panel is beautiful, but the “oak” plastic spoils the whole impression. The audio system sound sucks. I will install different acoustics. The trunk does not seem to be small, but the space is not very rationally organized. The subfloor is too high, there is some extra space that is not being used. There are small niches on the sides, impractical. The cup holder in front of the gearshift lever is inconvenient. You might knock over a glass when you change gears. The second one, behind the front seats, is no better, the glass still holds the glass more or less. but if you slow down, a small bottle will fall off.

Operating experience specifically with the Renault brand since 2007, namely with the Renault Logan 2007 model 8 valve internal combustion engine, and since 2011 Renault Thalia.www.drive2.ru/l/288230376152764596/

As for Renault Captur. I have long wanted a tall and medium-sized car. There were also thoughts of taking C or D classes. I considered the Skoda Octavia, Toyota Camry, Hyundai Elantra, and also Kia Sorento and Sportage. There was also a desire to take Toyota Raf 4, but also Camry and Kia Sorento, and then a new one Kia Sportage In terms of prices, they have moved away.

As a result of a long search and various fittings, this car was chosen.

Based on the results of six months of ownership, I can say the following:

1. I really like the car appearance and sizes.
2. I am very glad to see the light in our beloved country with good and very good roads and courtyards.
3. In addition to the second point, all-wheel drive is very useful with the ability to disable it and operate only on the front.
4. I like the versatility in terms of transforming the interior and its size.
5. Enough good dynamics on my particular configuration.

What I don't like:

1. Average quality of rubber products (RTI), I hope only seals!
2. Gaps in some interior trims.
3. Dealer's work in terms of feedback with the buyer (client) on warranty issues regarding the quality of materials and workmanship (“almost blank wall” or “blank telephone”). Although this was not previously noticed with previous Renault cars or the situations were different.
4. Pre-sale preparation car.
5. A very budget-friendly climate control unit for the car in my configuration and for the price of the car as a whole.

pros

1. Interesting, fresh look.
2. High rise.
3. Comfortable suspension.
4. Normal sound insulation.
5. A large number of options.

Minuses

1. Low quality interior.
2. Miscalculations in ergonomics.
3. Small/inconvenient mirrors, bad review due to the wide front pillar with a large slope.
4. Low acceleration dynamics/high fuel consumption.
5. Steering wheel wobble when driving over bumps.
6. Close back row seats.

pros

The design is excellent, sound insulation is excellent, very dense long-travel suspension, there are no crickets, fuel consumption is low, the automatic transmission is old, but it engages 4th overdrive already at 65-70 km per hour and does not jump into third during smooth acceleration, excellent paint

Minuses

The body is assembled on a four-wheel drive, the plastic of the front panel is frankly weak when great design, the joints of the dashboard and the right door do not coincide significantly - a serious manufacturing glitch in general for such a price - it can be corrected with a hair dryer and pressing science, the console between the driver and passenger is disgustingly designed - this is the cheapest element of the cabin, it is also inconvenient in everything, the position of the automatic transmission lever is not It’s illuminated, everything feels good to the touch, the engine start button and the armrest look simply orphaned.

pros

High seating position, thoughtful door seals, flexible suspension, fresh appearance. Best Value price quality.

Minuses

The music is weak, not even for a music lover: I expected more from six speakers. When turning at any speed, the steering wheel shakes. Well, the insulation of the engine compartment at the front was not thought out at all: it flew into a large puddle, and then washed the entire engine of dirt.

Good afternoon. In this section they write through someone that it won’t start or is difficult to start from -20. I've been starting at -28-29 for two days. All is good. M.b. Everyone's batteries are different. I think it's 70Ah.

They say that the interior is worse than the Lada. It’s strange, they started making Lada cars so cool that compared to them, it’s no longer comfortable in a Renault?
+ they write that the interior is cramped. It’s strange, after Megan 2 it seems bigger and more convenient to me.

rear brakes squeak severe frost. I need to stop by the service center, maybe. stuck or something.

Well, I would like a larger tank, at least 60 like in a Megane. But 52 is not very critical. I don't travel much.

Many useful bells and whistles are already in the “base”, heating windshield, sits high, not noisy, fairly soft ride, accelerates briskly along the highway while driving in 6th gear to achieve the set speed from the cruise control memory, with winter wheels crawls well through slushy snow.

39 degrees does not start... this is with the mechanics and the clutch depressed (the second car is a Solaris, the same conditions without problems). The convenience of the “start-stop” button in cold weather comes to naught as it does not allow you to crank the engine a little longer where it almost “sets”; the battery capacity for the northern regions is 65 Ah. a bit small, side mirrors rear view is too small, the seat heating button is located inconveniently, is not informative, has one mode and the seats warm up slowly and then fry, despite all the thoughtful electronic locks It is possible to drain the battery by leaving the low beam on in manual mode.

Positive reviews

I bought it at the BN-Motors dealership in November 2018, on this moment mileage 4300, for 1,400,000₽, extreme equipment (the same nameplate on the sides and on the steering wheel), to be honest, I bought it for my wife, but I drive it myself (I said it’s big for her), automatic, 2 liters. Actually I'm happy real consumption average 8 l per 100, not for sport riding, but I overtake confidently. The machine does not stall (purely my opinion). Minus the side mirrors are small but not critical, enough for the dacha, and for mushrooms too, for those who like to test their car in superfucking and plowing, I can say go to crawler tractors like a K-700 or on a tank, although believe me, I’ve seen them get stuck too. Good car for this money.

Kaptur, manual, 2 liters. Mileage 600 km
The previous car was also a Renault, so there were no problems with the relocation. Neither in the location of the buttons, nor in the dimensions. The car is energetic, nimble, overtaking and changing lanes is not a problem. There is enough trunk space to buy groceries for a week. Child 9 years old back seat fits fine. On Aliexpress you can buy all the necessary accessories - frames, nets. The car is good

So I also got my Captur, it’s been about 2 weeks now. This time I took a manual, front-wheel drive. Since I am not a fisherman or a hunter, and I only need a car for trips around the city, to the country and to work, therefore, in principle, I did not consider all-wheel drive. Why a manual, I just wanted a manual again, well, probably more reliable than an automatic. I have traveled a little so far - 1400 km, the impressions are positive, especially when I go to the dacha (10 km along dirt road). Now you can safely drive through the fields (I couldn’t afford it in Orlando). During the summer we live at the dacha, this is 10 km of field road, 35 km along the highway and 4 km in the city, the average consumption is 8.1-8.2 liters (in Orlando the average consumption was 11-12 liters). average speed on highway 95-105. The climate control is always on, since the summer this year is simply wonderful, the temperature in the Urals is around 30, but it’s comfortable in the cabin (it’s set to 24 degrees). The package also includes a rain sensor (it works, I already checked it. I got caught in the rain once), a light sensor, power windows, folding heated electric windows, a heated windshield, heated seats. I was pleasantly surprised that there was assistance when starting uphill. Every day I have to go up a hill at a traffic light, I release the brake pedal, but the car doesn’t roll back for about 2 seconds (almost like on an automatic machine). The seats are very comfortable (more comfortable than in Orlando, although Orlando is a car for traveling). So far I'm very pleased with the Kaptur. There is one small drawback - on the left side, the junction of the left wing and the bamber has a slight play, i.e. under the hand they bend by 3-4 mm. WITH right side Everything is fixed there and nothing is loose. I contacted the official dealer - I received the answer that it was I who hit the bamber and it jumped out of the mount (I cut off the latch) and this is not warranty case. I sent them, especially to official dealers I wasn't going to go for maintenance. There they only take money and do nothing. Orlando serviced it himself (at the service station, they did what they told them to do) and drove it for 4 years without any breakdowns at all (drove 76,000 km). Well, I think I briefly shared my next joy.

I’ve been driving a Capture not so long ago; we bought a Kia Sid, which served us for three years, as a replacement for the family’s previous favorite. Sid suited everyone. The only thing I wasn't happy with was the ground clearance. But after the sale, of course, I became sad when I saw the prices for new cars. I wanted not to change the manufacturer and switch to the Sportage but the PRICE... In general, having weighed all the pros and cons between the Hyundai Creta and Renault Capture, we made a choice in favor of the latter... Why?.. Well, firstly, for the price of the Capture, its configuration - the Creta would have been poorly equipped, secondly, the ground clearance of the Captur is higher, and thirdly, having test driven both cars, I liked the Captur more. Captur has no breakdowns, in the same places (through speed bumps) the Creta is already working on a suspension breakdown, and Captur still has a small reserve... The appearance also played a big role - the Captur is nicer! Comparing with Sid in terms of comfort, I didn’t notice any difference. I only noticed that Captur reacts faster to the gas pedal. I didn’t notice any difference in comfort with Creta either. Well, it’s not like I didn’t want it with Creta, it seemed to me like a pension car))) Captyur seems to be more youthful or something... Although when I picked up my Captyur from the showroom, older people also looked at Captyurs and bought them, in front of me purchased... In general, I like everything so far, I’m used to everything, even to the buttons for cruise, Eco mode, and heated seats... Of course, I’m still getting used to the radio adjustments behind the steering wheel, but it’s a matter of time...

Drove new Renault Kaptur from Yekaterinburg to Novosibirsk. The main thing that bothered me before purchasing was the automatic transmission. At this point I can say that the box did not disappoint me. Shifts on time, without jerking, shifts are not noticeable. It works absolutely adequately and predictably.
Many people write on the Internet that the box is not reliable and does not last long, but in DP8, unlike DP2 and DP0, there is a cooling radiator, thereby solving the main problem of failure of this box - overheating. So it turned out, although not modern, but reliable option Automatic transmission.

First impressions and numbers after a day behind the wheel:

1. High seating, nice
2. Good noise, you can't hear the engine, the noise from the wheels doesn't bother you. I didn't notice any aerodynamic noise either.
3. Overtaking trucks on the highway without any problems, confidently accelerates from 90 to 130 without any kickdowns)
4. At a speed of 110-120, the average consumption on the computer is 7.8 liters per hundred, for comparison, on the Lancer x, 2.0, CVT, the consumption was the same
5. RPM at 100 km/h - 2500, at 120 - 3000
6. I was pleased with the standard multimedia, there are no freezes, the phone connects via Bluetooth and receives calls. Navigation builds the route quickly, leads clearly, suggests all the exits and turns in advance, in general there are no problems. I drove with her from Ekat to home)
7. The sound is so-so, weak.
8. The trunk is not large, but bags from the supermarket will fit in without problems, the loading height is convenient. The rear seats fold out into a flat floor, you can sleep, but if you are taller than 180, you will have to tuck your legs in)
9. I liked the cruise with the speed memory function; it’s a very convenient thing on the highway.

In general, to summarize, I'm happy with the car. Let's see how it performs in further use.

I read the reviews about Captura, who knows what! I bought a 1.6 with a CVT, a complete mess with all the extras, and I’m happy with it so far. Yesterday I decided to give up on the dacha, it was pouring rain, it holds the road even when it gets into a rut, even though the bottom is being repaired, you still get stuck, steering class, with 1.6 120 at 2000 rpm, I didn’t expect it, I’ve had a Duster for 3 years , no questions asked at all, also with a front end and an automatic transmission, climbed everywhere, practically a short Niva, I had one, but it’s full there, and here the front!
And in three years I’ve changed 3 light bulbs on it, if it’s really a Captur on this base, I’m calm, the interior certainly can’t be compared. and the variator runs smoothly without jerking, free hands and autostart is generally a thing, I was planning to go for a ride, I started it from the window and drink coffee, and I put on Duster 16 tires, it looks like a casting, but everyone has shortcomings, especially the cool ones, I ride around Moscow and the region, and they are the only ones driven by the drivers, who cares what kind options, there are not many of them

I switched to Kaptur from a Mazda MPV, it is of course incorrect to compare cars, because... they are completely different, 7mi local minivan and a small crossover.

I have a Kaptur 2.0, 4WD, automatic. The main color is blue, the roof is black. I bought it for 1,160,000

I installed a mesh on the radiator grille of the OD, because... Dents began to appear on the radiator from the crushed stone. So far I mainly use it in the city, but on weekends we go to the countryside with a country road and long, steep climbs.
I switched to automatic machines a long time ago, I was just tired of pulling sticks in traffic jams. The automatic transmission works without delay and completely correctly, sometimes reminiscent of a CVT.
It’s interesting that I don’t feel the speed in the car, I try to stop myself from going over the speed limit.

The engine pulls great, I go uphill in first gear at a speed of 15 kilometers, so as not to get too dusty. Crawls when fully loaded without straining. Average consumption by on-board computer 11.1 l. (almost urban cycle).

There is nothing rattling or knocking in the cabin. I put a lot of little things that I don’t use all the time in a niche next to the spare tire, there’s a lot of space there. The trunk is certainly not impressive in size compared to the previous car, but it’s enough for family belongings and crops.

I have never ventured off-road yet.

There are also minor flaws. Compared to the Japanese, there are few places where you can put small items. It’s already a problem to attach a small bag with documents, it makes it difficult to fasten your seat belt on the handbrake, and it can fly out from under the seat and under the pedals. You won't be able to place your glasses comfortably. It’s strange that the side mirrors are not recessed into the body, but flush with the edge; when it rains, it deteriorates visibility. There are heated mirrors, but a small housing visor above the mirror would be nice.

Despite the annoying little things, I like the car, I hope we’ll finally get used to each other and go for a ride.

We are happy with the car! The whole family went. Engine 2.0 automatic transmission 4 mortar. The automatic doesn't stall and shifts quickly. I don’t know where you are pressing, but if you want, you can press both pedals and make the machine think. I also don’t understand the dynamics bad reviews. If you moved from 5 liter engine will certainly be missed. At a speed of 130+ you won’t be able to overtake, but at a lower speed the acceleration is quite good. Even in eco mode you can work wonders, it all depends on the “gasket”. Fire pendant. On a dirt road you feel like the king of the road =) Some of the buttons are located inconveniently, but after an hour's drive you get used to it. For example, cruise control under the handbrake. There are some tricks, and everything can be turned on cleverly =)

Of the minuses: The radio is simple, no matter how you set it up, it plays so-so, you won’t surprise your friends and you won’t pump up the street.

Fuel consumption is 11-12 liters in the city. But this is a crossover of 1,400 kg. You have to pay.

In addition to the Capture, we drive a Ford Focus 2011 and a Subaru Forester 2014. In comparison, the car is good, we are happy with the purchase. We are thinking about taking a second Captur. They named the car Fish =) The associations are as follows.

I read the reviews, I got the feeling that these were not Captur owners, I don’t know what these comrades drove, but it’s not objective to write about the car!!! Just one hello.
The car is normal, sorry, it’s not a BMW or a Mercedes.

Renault normal car and very worthy, everyone directly compares it with the Creta, sorry, the Creta is a city and that’s it, after 2 years it’s a bucket of bolts, the Captur is a station wagon. The dynamics are normal, the noise is decent and the consumption is acceptable even with an automatic transmission. The brakes are not wobbly, these are probably comrades who drive Lada 01 with wobbly brakes, to this day

I didn't notice any noticeable downsides to the car.

So, today (07/18/2016 - ed.) I went on a test drive of the Captur. I chose the 2-liter version, with all-wheel drive and automatic. So to speak, “complete stuffing”. What can I say? I really liked the car, especially in the interior, where there are a lot of options that I saw among competitors either in the top, or for an extra charge. The ground clearance is huge, the suspension works amazingly, and it holds the road well. I understand that on 16-discs in front of the pits you don’t have to slow down the speed at all)). I liked the noise and the dynamics were on par. Many people here criticize the engine, but, in my opinion, it accelerates the car normally, it roars, really, yes. And most importantly, I saw almost no downsides, well, except for the fact that there are no seals under the hood. Therefore, if you choose new crossover for such an amount, there is no one to consider except Kaptur and the Chinese.

How much can fit inside you? - every time this phrase comes out of the mouth when Captur once again asks to refuel, winking at the reserve fuel light.

There is also something else that is terribly annoying during long-term operation French crossover.

Manufacturer- ZAO Renault Russia, Moscow
Year of issue - 2017
Mileage at the time of report- 8000 km

It’s a modest-sized crossover, but it eats, excuse the harshness, like a mammoth. What whets the appetite is not so much the two-liter engine as the outdated four-speed automatic. This is what I would ask to change in Capture first of all, if a good wizard offered me to grant three wishes.

Fuel consumption

In the summer, when most of the kilometers traveled were on the highway, I managed to keep my consumption to within a little over ten liters per hundred. But autumn came, the summer season closed, the car moved to the city - and consumption did not slow down to jump to an alarming level: 13 l/100 km. And note: not “ninety-second”, but strictly AI-95. What happens when frost hits?

Via Bluetooth, you can connect your smartphone to the standard multimedia system and communicate on the phone without taking your hands off the steering wheel. Convenient and safe. True, some interlocutors complain that they can’t hear me well.

I remember fondly the Kaptur with the 1.6 engine and CVT. Average operating consumption was about 10.5 l/100 km. Moreover, I drove it during the cold half of the year, and the mileage was short and mostly in the city - it cannot be compared with the hothouse conditions in which the Kaptur with the 2.0 engine drove. Under equal operating conditions, the difference in fuel consumption for these machines would be 20–25%. But the two-liter Kaptur drives with automatic transmission It’s not so much more active than the 1.6 modification with a CVT, as it consumes more. In addition, the 1.6 engine is better coordinated with the variator: the car responds more quickly to gas supply and reacts more adequately to changes road conditions. And it turns out that the most significant advantage of the two-liter version is all-wheel drive, which is only available with more powerful motor. You have to pay a lot for the opportunity to row with all the presenters.

Climate control

The second desire is to improve the climate control. I complained about the heating operation when talking about Kaptur 1.6 (ZR, No. 2, 2017). But that was in winter. Summer operation revealed that the air conditioning system does not function flawlessly. In general, it copes with the mission entrusted to it - there is no need to sweat in the heat. But it reacts sluggishly if the sun comes out from behind the clouds—you have to manually set the temperature drop. And sometimes cold air starts blowing from the deflectors when it’s not at all stuffy outside: the system turned on the air conditioning to dry the air in the cabin. And again you switch to manual control.

Ergonomics

The third desire is to remove flaws in ergonomics. However, here, as doctors say, the dynamics are positive. The manufacturer listens to criticism, including from our side, and the number of miscalculations is reduced.

Therefore, for now I am sketching out a list of changes for the restyled Capture.

Firstly, you need to move the seat heating buttons to a visible place and provide them with an indication so as not to determine with your hand whether it is cold or hot. Secondly, remove the blind control of cruise control and eco mode from under the handbrake. Thirdly, untie the problematic knot on the center console - remove the socket and mode switch from the niche for small items all-wheel drive transmission, and at the same time a cup holder. Isn't there a more suitable place for them?

A person gets used to good things quickly, that’s how he is designed. And when he gets used to it, he begins to strive for something better. My relationship with Captur is built according to the same scheme. After several months of living together, I take its advantages for granted: I stop noticing bright features in its appearance, admiring the comfortable suspension and reliable handling, and praising the electronics that make everyday driving easier. And, naturally, I pay attention to what I don’t like - because I want it to get better. In my opinion, a normal human desire.

Operating and maintenance costs (0–8000 km)*

Maintenance costs- 36,165 rub. Of which for gasoline (AI-95, average consumption 11.3 l/100 km) - RUB 36,165

Cost of 1 km- 4.52 rub.

*Excluding costs for MTPL and comprehensive insurance policies.

Mechanics Renault Captur performs well during operation. Yes she has some weak spots, but they are more than compensated for by their advantages.

During selection new Renault Kaptur, among others, potential buyers pay close attention to the transmission when choosing best option. Yes, they have long gained popularity, but Renault Captur mechanics remain no less in demand. Therefore, it is this type of transmission that is worth considering in more detail.

It is worth noting that French crossover With manual transmission gears are in high demand, and therefore such a gearbox is present in all, including new versions and.

Types

Mechanics Renault Captur is represented by two models:

1. JR5 – 5-speed;
2. TL8 – 6-speed.

JR5

The creation of this Renault Captur manual transmission was based on the previous JR3 series, and therefore it is not surprising that they have many design features, although there are differences.

Similarities:

1. All gears are equipped with synchronizers;
2. Double shaft design.

Differences:

1. Availability hydraulic drive(cable on JR3) – the clutch pedal is depressed much softer;
2. More torque - if the JR3 model is designed for 160 Nm of thrust, then the JR5 is already 200 Nm.

Gear ratios

Renault Captur mechanical gear ratios are shown in the table.

Broadcast	Number
I	3.727
II	2.047
III	1.321
IV	0.935
V	0.756
Reverse	3.545
home	4.928

Reliability

According to Renault company, oil is poured into the specified box for the entire service life. However, car experts still recommend replacing them every 60,000 km.

The service life is stated to be 250,000 km, which is not that much. On the other hand, this Renault Captur mechanic is unpretentious and reliable, and therefore, subject to adequate operation and timely service, it will cover 400,000 - 500,000 km.

Problems

In general, the reliability of the node is high level, which is confirmed by operating experience. The only thing you can blame is leaking seals. The main complaints relate to the operation of the transmission - it is quite rough, and the gears sometimes jam when turned on. It is not surprising that it is inferior to its competitors in terms of ride comfort.

TL8

Like the previous transmission, this model was developed on the basis of its predecessor - this time the TL4 model. It was originally intended specifically for a car with all-wheel drive.

Peculiarities

Her technical features the following:

1. Hydraulic clutch pedal drive;
2. Twin-shaft design;
3. All gears are equipped with synchronizers.

Gear ratios

The gear ratios of this Renault Captur mechanics are shown in the table.

Broadcast	Number
I	4.454
II	2.588
III	1.689
IV	1.171
V	0.871
VI	0.674
Reverse	4.476
home	4.857

Exploitation

As in the case of the Renault Captur JR5 manual transmission, the TL8 is filled with oil for its entire service life, but it is still recommended to change it - at least once every 60,000 km. As for the resource, it is not the most significant and is about 150,000 km. However, the box can go at least 2-3 times longer, if you don’t “jeep” on an SUV in vain.

Regarding breakdowns, complaints are usually only about leaks transmission oil due to poor-quality seals, and the howling of the unit itself, which appears and disappears.

As you can see, the mechanics of Renault Captur generally meet the requirements of the time. Yes, perhaps it lacks clarity of inclusions, and the noise from it could be less. But it is reliable and does not cause trouble, subject to timely maintenance and normal use, of course.

After the first emotions from the launch of the new Renault Captur 2016 SUV model year, and thanks to its appearance and interior it makes a truly indelible impression, it’s time to figure out the technical characteristics. Most of the questions concern the crossover automatic.

The DP8 type, well known to many from Duster, was chosen as the automatic transmission. What kind of box is this? How efficient and reliable is it? Is it worth choosing it or is it better to take time-tested mechanics?

History of automatic transmission DP8

It started a long time ago. The roots of this transmission go back to the 80s of the last century, when the world saw the German AT type 095, developed by Volkswagen engineers, subsequently modernized and called 01P. In 1995, the production license was bought by Renault and from that moment a long series of modernizations and improvements to the unit began, which was carried out not only by Renault specialists, but also by employees of the PSA consortium. It was named DP0.

The DP0 was repeatedly modified, but in general the design proved to be unreliable - frequent overheating and failures gave it a reputation as a problematic unit.

Differences between DP2 and DP8 automatic transmissions.

The DP2 series machines, which were presented by many dealers as fundamentally new mechanisms, were called upon to correct the situation. However, this is still the same DP0, but with different hydraulic units, new heat exchangers and German torque converters that replaced the French ones. In addition, the firmware has changed. However, it was not possible to get rid of the problems, although they became fewer.

But the Renault Kaptur is already equipped with a DP8 transmission.

Design features of the DP8 machine

It was also developed on the basis of its predecessor - DP2. The main reason Frequent overheating was caused by slipping of the clutches, which occurred while driving in mud, sand or snow. However, installation on all-wheel drive versions For Kaptur, such an automatic transmission was unjustified, because the box would get even hotter.

6 speed automatic with double clutch like EDC - this will not happen in Russia.

That is why the DP8 automatic transmission was chosen for the crossover, which had already been installed on the Renault Duster and, in general, had proven itself well. Its difference from its predecessor is the presence of an additional cooling circuit and an increase in the gear ratio main couple. Software has also been redesigned.

Driving a Renault Captur with an automatic transmission

As shown by journalists, the operation of an automatic transmission paired with a transmission is frankly far from ideal. First of all, the presence of only 4 gears, as well as their elongation, affects it. As a result, the car starts off quite briskly, but the transition to second gear is strained, as if the transmission is resisting. The same picture is observed for other switchings.

The reaction to the kick-down command also cannot be called lightning fast - when you press the pedal, the box seems to think about whether it should reset the steps, and only after that it begins to juggle speeds. And the shocks when switching to lower ones are felt more clearly than we would like. In general, her character is like that of a Siamese cat... Therefore, overtaking on the highway, when you need to quickly accelerate, will probably make you pretty nervous.

It’s doubly offensive that it’s the gearbox that doesn’t allow the not-so-weak 143-horsepower engine to fully reveal its character.

Reliability

It’s too early to judge the Renault Captur automatic in this regard. Previous generations of transmissions of this family did not leave the best memories - overheating and breakdowns occurred quite often, and the cost of repairs looked simply exorbitant. The situation when new automatic transmission dealers demanded about 250,000 rubles. (!) is simply comical. At the same time, they were not embarrassed by the fact that a normal transmission at a car disassembly could be purchased for 80,000 - 90,000 rubles, and for 60,000 rubles. the craftsmen were ready to completely rebuild the broken one.

4-speed automatic transmission type DP8.

What's the end result?

The picture is not the best. Of course, the Alliance did not choose a 4-band automatic transmission for its crossover out of a good life. The good desire of the French to save money and, as a result, reduce the price of Renault Captur for the end consumer is quite understandable and welcomed by many. However, even the Japanese from Suzuki, who were so much reproached for installing a 4-speed automatic transmission on the Vitara, realized that these days on a car at such a price such equipment looks outright anachronistic, and abandoned this practice. And it’s time for the French to come to a similar decision. Still, this automatic machine on a 2016 car, priced over 1,000,000 rubles, looks like a real cheapskate.

Salon of Renault Kaptur with automatic transmission.

On the other hand, you shouldn’t exaggerate the colors too much either. It is clear that in the city driving a Renault Kaptur with such a transmission is quite understandable and comfortable. Complications usually arise on the highway. Many will ask quite reasonable question– why install a prehistoric automatic on a new (and such a promising) car? The answer is extremely simple - engine compartment so small that it simply won’t be possible to fit a more complex, modern and larger automatic transmission into it. She simply won’t fit in there.

So lovers of two-pedal, and certainly 2-liter, versions will have to reluctantly follow the lead of the French. But if you are a calm driver and you are not interested in racing, feel free to buy a SUV with automatic transmission. You will not regret!

Technical characteristics of automatic transmission type DP8.