Chevrolet Captiva is proportioned perfectly and highlight packed SUV with fine off-road capabilities. The car has been imported in the completely built form from GMDAT (GM Daewoo Automotive Technology), Korea. It is muscular from outside, while roomy and luxurious from inside. With good performance on both city roads and rough terrain, the SUV proves to be a stiff competitor for other vehicles in its class.
Engine
In the new Chevrolet Captiva, the 2.0 liter four cylinder 150PS diesel is the very first one in an all-new group of diesel engines. The engine churns out a maximum power of 150 PS @ 4000 rpm with a peak torque of 320 Nm @ 2000 rpm. It features SOHC (Single Over Head Camshaft). In fact, this diesel engine is the result of collaboration between GM Powertrain and GMDAT along with the Italian firm, VM Motori. It has aluminum cylinder heads, modish injection systems as well as an alterable geometry turbocharger for an even turbo intervention from low rev / acceleration levels.
Design And Interiors
Chevrolet Captiva SUV appears very eye-catching with a tall and sturdy look. The rails on its roof and the side plastic moldings provide the car a genuine off-road reliability. It has sufficient room for accommodating five adults easily. When going out in short drives, the third row of seats in the Chevrolet Captiva can seat two teenagers and grownups. The model comes fitted with a 17 inch alloy wheels, leveling suspension, partially leather trim, heated windscreen and the electronic stability monitoring system. There are several other stunning feature of GE’s new Chevrolet Captiva such as a weight limiting net, obverse passenger under-seat cargo placement space as well as compact collection box for storing coins, maps and other similar items.
Safety
Chevrolet Captiva is fully packed with advanced safety features, which offer a comfortable and safe ride to its occupants. Side safety airbags are standard in the SUV. The ESP has been installed in the car as per norm, along with the all-wheel drive package. This particular package serves impeccably with ESP and comes into play when the situation is slippery. The apparatus keep tab on all information directed by the steering wheel, tyres, brakes and accelerator pedal robotically making important modifications, controlling grip, especially when the situation is not amicable.
Variants And Price
The two variants of Chevrolet Captiva are LT and LTZ. The price of the SUV is around Rs 19 lakh. This car’s available in nine vibrant colors, including Arctic White, Dark Denim Gray metallic, Mercury Silver metallic, Zest Metallic, Chino metallic, Silverstone Grey metallic, Granada Black metallic, Merlot metallic and Midnight Blue metallic.
Technical Specifications
Overview
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Make
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Chevrolet
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Model
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Captiva
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Body Type
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SUV
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Number Of Doors
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5
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Seating Capacity
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7 persons
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Fuel Tank Capacity
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55 liters
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Dimensions
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Length
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4660 mm
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Width
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1870 mm
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Height
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1755 mm
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Wheelbase
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2705 mm
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Ground Clearance
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197 mm
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Minimum Turning Radius
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5.8 m
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Weight
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Kerb Weight
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1820 kg
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Engine
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Type
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VCDi Diesel
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Number of Cylinders
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4
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Displacement
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1991 cc
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Transmission
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5 Gears, Manual
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Max. Power
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150 PS @ 4000 rpm
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Max. Torque
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320 Nm @ 2000 rpm
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Suspension
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Front Suspension
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McPherson strut with Twin tube gas pressure strut
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Rear Suspension
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Multi link ,level ride with Twin tube gas pressure strut
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Brakes
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Front
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Ventilated Disc
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Rear
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Ventilated Disc
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Steering Type
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Rack & Pinion, Power Assisted
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Tyre Size
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235/60 R17
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