Facelifted Renault Captur Revealed

Images and details of the facelifted Renault Captur have just been released. Here’s your first look.

The facelifted Renault Captur has just been revealed and the good news is that it’s confirmed for South Africa.

What’s changed?

The facelift, or as Renault calls it ‘mid-lifecycle update’ sees the Captur get a new look at the front. The design language is fresh and was first seen on the facelifted Clio, which is also earmarked for South Africa. Penned by designer Gilles Vidal, the facelifted Renault Captur gains a premium look.

There are new LED headlights, new-look daytime running lights and a bold new grille. The rear is mostly unchanged, other than LED taillights. If you look closely, the new Renault logo makes its debut. Renault Europe says there are now 14 colour combinations and new wheel designs, with the largest sitting at 19-inches.

Also offered is the new sporty-looking Esprit Alpine trim level which replaces the older RenaultSport (RS) Line. It gets its own visual kit, model-specific 19-inch wheels as well as a sportier cabin.

Climb inside and the facelifted Renault Captur now features a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster and a bigger central infotainment screen. The big change is the infotainment system is powered by Google, with Android Automotive 12 software. Other noteworthy features include USB-C charge ports, wireless charging as well as a Harmon Kardon audio system.

Mechanically, the facelifted Captur has received tweaks to the suspension, shocks and steering setup for additional comfort. It appears the engine lineup is unchanged and while the SA market gets a 1.3-litre turbocharged petrol 4-cylinder engine, the Euro market also has a 1.0-litre turbocharged 3-cylinder which makes 66 kW and paired to a manual gearbox. Again, the E-Tech hybrid engine will be offered, but its local availability in South Africa is still in doubt due to an unfavourable Rand/Euro exchange rate.

Facelifted Renault Captur arrival in South Africa?

Good news, as Renault South Africa has confirmed that the Captur facelift will be coming to our market. It is expected to arrive in the first half of 2025.