Renault Captur Mk1
The stylish French crossover that kickstarted the B-SUV revolution.
- Power
- 90 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 12.3 s
- Top speed
- 106 mph
About the Renault Captur Mk1
The Renault Captur Mk1 was a pivotal model for the French brand, successfully blending the compact footprint of the Clio with the high-riding appeal of an SUV. Replacing the Modus MPV, it arrived just as the B-segment crossover market exploded, quickly becoming one of Europe's best-selling vehicles. The 0.9-litre TCe engine is a downsized three-cylinder unit designed for urban efficiency, though it requires frequent gear changes to maintain momentum. Its interior is noted for clever practical touches, such as the sliding rear bench and removable, washable seat covers.
Renault Captur Mk1 specs
The Renault Captur Mk1 produces 90 bhp (67 kW) and 135 Nm (100 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 12.3 seconds and has a top speed of 106 mph (171 km/h).
| Make | Renault |
|---|---|
| Model | Captur |
| Generation | Mk1 |
| Trim | 0.9 TCe Dynamique Nav |
| Years | 2013–2019 |
| Type | SUV |
| Body style | SUV |
| Country | France |
| Engine | 0.9-litre turbocharged inline-3 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 898 cc (0.9 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 90 bhp (67 kW) at 5,250 rpm |
| Torque | 135 Nm (100 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,000 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 12.3 s |
| Top speed | 106 mph (171 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,101 kg (2,427 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 82 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Renault Captur Mk1 rarity in CarSpot
The Renault Captur Mk1 is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 0 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Renault Captur Mk1 fun facts
- The Captur was the first Renault to offer a two-tone paint scheme as a high-volume production option, a trend that soon spread across the entire industry.
- Despite its SUV styling, the first-generation Captur was never offered with four-wheel drive in Europe, remaining strictly front-wheel drive to save weight and fuel.
- The model was sold in South Korea as the Renault Samsung QM3, where the first batch of 1,000 cars sold out in just seven minutes.
