New 2020 Renault Captur is bringing significant upgrades. French carmaker is entering the game of hybrids. Captur will be the company’s first plug-in model ever. Renault Captur was caught on camera doing road testing on cold weather. Besides the hybrid variant, this crossover will introduce further exterior upgrades.
The rear part will suffer the most and it will look similar to the Clio model. From the inside, we can expect mid-cycle refreshments. The 2020 Captur will ride on the CMF-B architecture, just like the Clio and new Nissan Juke. This crossover will be longer than its predecessor and will offer more cabin space than before. New Captur will arrive at the beginning of 2020.
Spy Shots
The upcoming 2020 Renault Captur will arrive with significant exterior updates. New spy shots are showing us drastic changes in the rear section. Now, new Captur will look closer to the new Clio model. The shape stays intact, along with the side profile. However, even the front end will gain a more distinctive look thanks to the reshaped headlights.
Front bumper and grille will be the same as on the current model. Panels are new, and in the back, we can see a new pair of taillights. Also, the 2020 Captur will be longer than the current model. Latest dimensional changes will slightly improve the interior room. Captur will ride on the CMF-B platform, just like Renault Clio and new Nissan Juke.
2020 Renault Captur Interior Changes
Unlike the exterior, the interior will get less dramatic changes. However, French automaker will introduce mid-cycle refreshments. We already wrote that the interior will gain more legroom. Besides that, the dash will introduce a new layout and it will be finished in a portrait-like style. Infotainment touchscreen is the same unit as in the current model.
This unit will sit in the center of the dashboard. The platform is longer so the rear occupants can enjoy is slightly more legroom. Tech-wise, the 2020 Renault Captur will numerous updates. Renault will offer plenty of technology features as Nissan. All of the systems will get updates and safety rating will be even better now. Also, Captur now comes with more standard equipment.
First Renault’s Hybrid Ever
The all-new 2020 Renault Captur will be the company’s first hybrid model. Renault-Nissan Alliance will introduce a new plug-in hybrid system. The system includes a combination of a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine and an electric motor. This mix and 9.8 kWh battery pack will provide more power and astonishing mileage.
The electric motor delivers more horsepower and more torque. Electric range will be rated at over 30 miles. Besides the hybrid variant, Captur will continue to offer the 1.3-liter three-cylinder engine as standard. Also, Captur comes with astonishing diesel engines that will introduce lowered CO2 emissions. That means the diesel lineup will be available in Europe where the CO2 rules are very rigorous.
2020 Renault Captur Price and Release Date
The new model will cost slightly higher than the current one. After all, French automaker introduces numerous upgrades. The 2020 Renault Captur will cost $16,000.
The hybrid variant will be available for $20,500. Company’s newest crossover will go on sale at the beginning of 2020.