Renault Captur Hybrid: Why it Struggles on the Motorway!

Renault Captur Review: Is the original small SUV still the best? The Renault Captur has a new look and a new Google-powered brain, but in 2026, it’s facing stiff competition from the award-winning Renault 4 and the larger Symbioz. we’re putting the 145hp E-Tech hybrid to the test to see if it’s still the smartest choice for families. With a £21,000 starting price and a sliding rear bench, is there any reason to spend more on the newer models? We’re checking out the "OpenR Link" infotainment, testing the real-world MPG of the self-charging hybrid, and finding out if the 2026 engine updates have fixed that noisy gearbox. From the 536-litre sliding boot to the truth about rear legroom, this is the definitive deep dive. Should you stick with the classic Captur or go for the electric R4? Let’s find out! Compare the best new & used Captur deals with carwow: https://bit.ly/Sell-Your-Car-For-Free-2507 Check out the latest Renault offers: https://www.carwow.co.uk/deals Chapters: 00:00 Renault Captur: The King of the Small SUVs? 00:27 Design: The 2024 Facelift explained 01:31 Price: Why it undercuts the competition 01:51 Interior: Google built-in & soft-touch quality 05:10 Back Seats: The sliding bench trick! 07:59 Boot Space: 536 Litres of versatility 08:53 5 Annoying things you need to know 11:50 5 Cool features (including the 2026 tech) 13:31 Engines: 90hp Petrol vs 145hp Hybrid 14:22 Town Driving: Nimble and easy to park 18:05 Motorway Driving: Is the hybrid too noisy? 19:58 Country Road Driving: Does it handle like a Clio? 20:53 0-60mph: Putting the E-Tech to the test 21:35 Verdict: Buy, Lease, or wait for the Renault 4?

Added 17 Apr 2026