2011 Geneva Preview: Renault CAPTUR concept is the brand’s Nissan Juke

Renault CAPTUR
Renault CAPTUR concept is the brand’s Nissan Juke

Renault CAPTUR

This is what a Renault version of the Nissan Juke would look like if it entered production. Renault / Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn today unveiled the new Renault CAPTUR concept, which he says shows a preview of Renault’s new design strategy.

“CAPTUR is a fun and sporty crossover, ideal for a young couple about to discover the world” explains director of design, Laurens Van den Acker. “It takes as its basis the fundamental design language introduced on the DeZir concept car but adds a more technical dimension – more functional but still highly sensuous,” adds Axel Breun, director of concept cars.

Power for the Renault CAPTUR comes from a concept Energy dCi 160 twin-turbo engine. The 1.6L engine produces 160-hp with a maximum torque of 280 lb-ft. The engine is mated to a dual-clutch EDC gearbox promise to deliver CO2 emissions of 99 g per kilometer. 0 to 62 mph takes about 8 seconds with a top speed of 130 mph.

The Renault CAPTUR will debut at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show next month.

Dimensions (mm)
Length 4,223
Width 1,950
Height 1,586
Ground clearance (laden) 261
Wheelbase 2,624
Front track 1,684
Rear track 1,684

Technical data
Engine Energy dCi 160 Twin-Turbo
Power 118kW (160hp)
Capacity 1,598 cm3
CO2 emissions 99g/km (NEDC combined cycle)
Peak torque 380Nm
Top speed 210kph
Transmission EDC (Efficient Dual Clutch)
Tyres 250/40 R22
Cd 0.31
Kerb weight, unladen (kg) 1,300
0 to 100kph acceleration (s) 8
1,000m standing start (s) 29

 

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