Why Buy a Used Renault Captur?

Weighing up a petrol against a hybrid Captur? Give the Renault Captur review above a watch first - Zack walks you through the cabin, the exterior and on-road performance of this 2025 facelifted model, so you can shortlist the right used example with confidence.

Is the Used Renault Captur a Good Buy?

Yes, and the current facelift car makes a particularly strong case. The headline choice is the 160hp E-Tech self-charging full hybrid, which pairs a 1.8-litre petrol engine with two electric motors and a 1.4kWh lithium-ion battery for class-leading efficiency of up to 64.2mpg combined as well as an impressive range of up to 675 miles between fuel stops. It drives on electric power much of the time in town, with no need to plug in. The 1.2-litre TCe 115 three-cylinder turbo petrol sits below it as a lower-cost, no-fuss alternative.

It drives on electric power much of the time in town, with no need to plug in. The TCe 115 turbo petrol sits below it as a lower-cost, no-fuss alternative.

Used choice extends well beyond the current line-up. Second-generation cars from 2020 onwards offered TCe 100, TCe 130 and TCe 155 turbo petrols, Blue dCi 95 and 115 diesels and a 160hp E-Tech plug-in hybrid with around 28 miles of pure-electric range, while earlier first-generation Capturs from 2013 to 2019 are also plentiful and affordable as a first-car SUV. Identifying which generation and powertrain you are looking at is the key to buying well.

Every used Captur sold by Vertu is checked before it reaches the forecourt as part of our used car preparation process, covering no outstanding finance, no history as a taxi, and no salvage or write-off record, plus a battery-system check on hybrid and plug-in models. With that preparation and any remaining warranty, a used Captur is a low-risk small SUV buy.

Who Is the Used Renault Captur Best For?

The Captur's breadth suits several kinds of buyer. The table below pairs four of them with the version that fits best.

Buyer Type	Why the Captur Fits
Small families and town drivers	A sliding rear bench and up to 616 litres of boot space give family flexibility in a compact SUV footprint that still parks easily, with a raised seat and strong visibility.
Hybrid economy seekers	The 160hp E-Tech self-charging full hybrid returns up to 64.2mpg combined and drives on electric power for much of urban running, with no charging cable needed.
Tech-focused drivers	The 10.4-inch openR link system with Google built-in brings Google Maps, Google Assistant and Google Play, so navigation and voice control feel genuinely intuitive.
First-car and budget-focused buyers	Earlier first-generation Capturs from 2013 to 2019 are plentiful and affordable, offering a stylish, high-riding small car at a price point few rivals can match.

What Is It Like to Own a Renault Captur?

Living with a Captur is defined by how adaptable the cabin is. The 160mm sliding rear bench gives rear passengers up to 22cm of knee room when pushed back, or frees up a 616-litre boot in petrol form (480 litres on the hybrid) when pushed forward; drop the seats and the load bay opens up to 1,596 litres. For a small SUV, that is genuinely class-leading, and it means a Captur can juggle family duty and weekend loads without feeling full.

The current cabin is modern, well equipped and sensibly laid out. A 10.4-inch openR link touchscreen pairs with a 10.25-inch digital driver display on techno and esprit Alpine trims, and the system is powered by Google built-in: Google Maps for navigation, Google Assistant for voice control and over 100 apps via Google Play, including Waze, Spotify and Amazon Music. Four MULTI-SENSE driving modes let you set the car up for comfort, efficiency or a sportier feel, with 48 ambient lighting colour options to match.

On the road the Captur is light, easy to place and comfortable, which is a large part of its enduring appeal, and the hybrid drivetrain is smooth and quiet in town. Running costs stay sensible thanks to the efficient engines, Renault's wide servicing network and 18,000-mile service intervals on earlier cars. Once a Captur reaches Vertu it is inspected and prepared by our technicians before sale, including a battery-system check on hybrid and plug-in models.

Renault Captur Trims and Specifications

The current Captur range spans evolution, techno and the flagship esprit Alpine, with equipment and sportier esprit Alpine styling building as you climb. The table below sets out how kit develops across the three grades.

These details reflect the October 2026 Captur specification. The Captur has been sold across two generations, so used examples from earlier years carry different trim names, including Play, Iconic, S Edition and BOSE Launch Edition on the 2020-on second-generation car and Expression, Dynamique and Signature on the 2013-2019 first-generation, along with a wider choice of petrol and diesel engines, so confirm the specification of any specific car with your local dealership.

Feature	evolution	techno	esprit Alpine
Exterior & Wheels
Alloy wheels	17-inch Ediris diamond-cut	18-inch Black Hole diamond-cut	19-inch Elixir esprit Alpine
Full LED headlights & crystal rear lights	✓	✓	✓
Two-tone roof & esprit Alpine styling	✗	Two-tone roof option	esprit Alpine styling with blade
Electric folding wing mirrors	✗	✓	✓
Interior & Comfort
Automatic air conditioning with air quality regulator	✓	✓	✓
Hands-free keycard & keyless start	✓	✓	✓
MULTI-SENSE: 4 driving modes & 48 ambient lighting colours	✗	✓	✓
Heated front seats	✗	✗	✓
Heated synthetic leather steering wheel	✗	✗	✓
Flying console with sliding armrest & e-shifter	✗	✗	✓
Technology & Sound
openR link touchscreen	10.4-inch with Arkamys audio	10.4-inch	10.4-inch
Digital driver display	7-inch	10.25-inch	10.25-inch
Google built-in (Google Maps, Google Assistant & Google Play)	✗	✓	✓
Wifi smartphone integration with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto	✓	✓	✓
Wireless phone charger & USB-C ports	✓	✓	✓
Safety & Driver Assistance
AEB (city/suburban/pedestrian/cyclist) with intersection function	✓	✓	✓
Traffic sign recognition with overspeed prevention & lane keeping assist	✓	✓	✓
Rear parking sensors & rear view camera	Rear sensors only	Front, rear & side sensors with camera	Front, rear & side sensors with camera
Active driver assist (adaptive cruise with Stop & Go & lane centering)	✗	✗	✓
Blind spot warning & rear cross traffic alert with active braking	✗	✗	✓

*Equipment shown reflects the October 2026 Captur specification and is typical rather than guaranteed on any specific car. Availability varies by model year, trim, powertrain and options fitted when new. The Captur offers up to 27 advanced driver-assistance systems depending on version.

Renault Captur Engines and Performance

The current Captur is offered with a turbo petrol or a 160hp E-Tech self-charging full hybrid, both well suited to town, family and everyday driving. The table below sets out the two main options from the October 2026 brochure.

Earlier used Capturs widen the choice considerably, with second-generation cars from 2020 onwards offering TCe 100, TCe 130 and TCe 155 turbo petrols, Blue dCi 95 and 115 diesels and a 160hp E-Tech plug-in hybrid with around 28 miles of pure-electric range, and first-generation cars from 2013 to 2019 adding earlier TCe petrols and dCi diesels. Confirm the powertrain of any specific car with your local dealership.

Specification	TCe 115	E-Tech Full Hybrid 160
Powertrain
Type	1.2-litre 3-cylinder turbo petrol	1.8-litre 4-cylinder full hybrid, petrol plus two electric motors
Transmission	Manual	Automatic (clutchless multimode)
Battery	-	1.4kWh lithium-ion
Performance & Economy
Power	115hp	160hp
Maximum torque	190Nm	172Nm (petrol)
Fuel economy (WLTP, up to)	49.6mpg	64.2mpg
CO2 emissions (WLTP, from)	130 g/km	99 g/km
Range (up to)	-	675 miles
Seats	5	5

*Figures are drawn from Renault's October 2026 Captur brochure. The E-Tech 160 is a self-charging full hybrid that never needs plugging in. Actual economy and performance vary with weather, driving style, load and conditions, and used examples from earlier years and the 2020-on plug-in hybrid will differ.

Renault Captur Dimensions

Dimension	Renault Captur
Body style	5-door compact SUV
Rear bench slide	160 mm (up to 22 cm of knee room)
Boot (bench rear position, petrol)	484 litres
Boot (bench forward, petrol)	616 litres (480 litres hybrid)
Boot (bench folded, petrol)	1,596 litres (1,458 litres hybrid)
Fuel tank	48 litres
Turning circle (second-generation, kerb to kerb)	11.1 m
Seats	5

*Dimensions reflect the current Captur. Boot figures are the headline capacities with the rear bench in different positions; the full hybrid's boot is a little smaller than the petrol's due to its battery. Earlier generations and other model years will differ, so confirm figures for a specific car with your local dealership.

Why Buy a Used Renault Captur from Vertu?

Every used Renault Captur at Vertu goes through the same preparation before it reaches the forecourt, covered by our used car preparation policy. That means an HPI finance check, a full mechanical and battery-system inspection, and confirmation the car has never been used as a taxi or recorded as a salvage or write-off.

If you're replacing an existing car, Vertu's part-exchange process gives a free, instant online valuation before you commit to anything, and finance options including PCP and HP are available on every used Captur in stock. Our finance explained guide covers how each option works in plain English.

For current Renault Captur price and availability, the most accurate route is a personalised quotation from your local dealership. If you'd prefer a smaller supermini, the used Renault Clio shares much with the Captur, or if a brand-new car appeals, take a look at the latest new Renault Captur, or explore the wider used Renault range.

Find Your Used Renault Captur at Vertu

Vertu stocks used Renault Captur cars across its Renault dealerships nationwide, spanning petrol, hybrid and plug-in hybrid power and a range of trims and generations. Browse the full range of used Renault cars for sale online to see current availability, or find your nearest Vertu Renault dealership. Once you're on the road, Vertu's Renault servicing team keeps every example running to manufacturer standards, with fixed-price packages and manufacturer-trained technicians.

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