Chevrolet Captiva First generation

Chevrolet Captiva First generation
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The Chevrolet Captiva First generation (2006–2018): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 41 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, and France.

Model codes: C100, C140 · Sold in: European Union, France, and United Kingdom

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationEuropeWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,640–4,670 mm RDW4,637 mm
Width1,850–1,870 mm Traficom1,849 mm
Height1,730 mm RDW1,720 mm
Wheelbase2,710 mm RDW2,707 mm
Front track1,562–1,569 mm ASTRA–
Rear track1,572–1,576 mm ASTRA–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,630–1,810 kg RDW1,655–1,820 kg
Mass in running order1,730–1,910 kg RDW–
Gross vehicle weight2,180–2,505 kg RDW–
Towing, braked trailer1,500–2,000 kg RDW–
Towing, unbraked trailer750 kg RDW–
Seats and space
Seats5–7 RDW–
Doors4 RDW–
Boot space–465 L
Fuel tank–65 L
Performance
Top speed184–204 km/h RDW–
Torque220–400 Nm ASTRA181–295 Nm

Tyre sizes (most common first): 215/70R16, 235/55R18, 235/60R17, 235/50R19

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia (en, de, fr, pl), Traficom type approvals (Finland), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age

Age at testPass rateUK averageTests
9–12 years64.3% (63.3–65.2)77.9%9,645
13 years and older56.9% (55.8–57.9)69.2%8,436

What the MOT finds

AreaThis modelUK average, same ages
Suspension47.9%34.0%
Brakes44.7%31.6%
Tyres39.5%31.2%
Lights and electrics37.5%22.8%
Noise, emissions and leaks30.7%12.0%
Body, chassis and structure29.2%12.8%

First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)

All 41 versions of the Chevrolet Captiva First generation

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European Union 19 versions

New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.

Years and versionEnginePowerFuelCO₂EU registrations
2011–20152.2 L120 kW (163 PS)Diesel171–179 g/km22,340
2011–20152.2 L135 kW (184 PS)Diesel186–202 g/km43,118
2011–20142.4 L123 kW (167 PS)Petrol213–215 g/km4,064
2010–2014––Diesel186–217 g/km988
2011–20143.0 L190 kW (258 PS)Petrol244–254 g/km211
2013–20142.0 L120 kW (163 PS)Diesel203 g/km102
20132.2 L–Other fuel178 g/km2,860
20122.5 L–Diesel208 g/km140
2012––Petrol225 g/km36
20112.0 L110 kW (150 PS)Diesel211 g/km4,918
20112.0 L93 kW (126 PS)Diesel188 g/km1,076
20112.4 L100 kW (136 PS)Petrol220 g/km780
20112.4 L100 kW (136 PS)LPG204 g/km26
20113.2 L169 kW (230 PS)Petrol264 g/km17
20102.0 L–Diesel205 g/km34,224
20102.4 L–Petrol219 g/km3,468
20102.4 L–LPG204 g/km850
20103.2 L–Petrol268 g/km152
20101.0 L–Diesel214 g/km10

United Kingdom 18 versions

New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.

Years and versionEnginePowerFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2013–20142.2VCDi (163PS) FWD · 2.2 VCDi (163PS) FWD Stop/Start2.2 L120 kW (163 PS)DieselManual6.2 L/100 km NEDC164 g/km
20142.2 VCDi (163PS) FWD Stop/Start2.2 L120 kW (163 PS)DieselManual6.5 L/100 km NEDC172 g/km
2013–20142.2VCDi (184PS) AWD · 2.2 VCDi (184PS) AWD Stop/Start2.2 L135 kW (184 PS)DieselManual6.4 L/100 km NEDC170 g/km
2013–20142.2 VCDi (184PS) AWD Auto2.2 L135 kW (184 PS)DieselAutomatic7.9–8.3 L/100 km NEDC208–219 g/km
20142.2 VCDi (184PS) AWD Stop/Start2.2 L135 kW (184 PS)DieselManual6.9 L/100 km NEDC183 g/km
20132.2VCDi (184PS) AWD Auto2.2 L135 kW (184 PS)DieselAutomatic7.9 L/100 km NEDC208 g/km
20122.2VCDi FWD (163PS)2.2 L120 kW (163 PS)Diesel6-speed manual6.4 L/100 km NEDC170 g/km
20122.2VCDi (163PS) FWD2.2 L120 kW (163 PS)Diesel6-speed manual6.2 L/100 km NEDC164 g/km
20122.2VCDi AWD (184PS)2.2 L135 kW (184 PS)Diesel6-speed manual6.6 L/100 km NEDC174 g/km
20122.2VCDi AWD (184PS) Auto2.2 L135 kW (184 PS)Diesel6-speed automatic7.7 L/100 km NEDC203 g/km
20122.2VCDi (184PS) AWD2.2 L135 kW (184 PS)Diesel6-speed manual6.4 L/100 km NEDC170 g/km
20122.2VCDi (184PS) AWD Auto2.2 L135 kW (184 PS)Diesel6-speed automatic7.9 L/100 km NEDC208 g/km
2007–2010LT 4WD 5 seats · LT 4WD 7 seats · LTX 4WD 7 seats and 4 more trims2.0 L–Diesel5-speed manual7.6 L/100 km NEDC197 g/km
2008–20102.0 VCDi LT 4WD 7 seats · 2.0 VCDi LTX 4WD 7 seats · 2.0 VCDi LTZ 4WD 7 seats2.0 L–Diesel5-speed automatic8.6 L/100 km NEDC225 g/km
2009–20102.0 VCDi LS 2WD 5 seats · 2.0 VCDi LS 2WD 5 seats2.0 L–Diesel5-speed manual7.2 L/100 km NEDC191 g/km
2007–2010LS 2WD 5 seats · 2.4 LS 2WD 5 seats2.4 L–Petrol5-speed manual8.9 L/100 km NEDC217 g/km
20082.0 VCDi LS 2WD 5 seats2.0 L–Diesel5-speed manual7.3 L/100 km NEDC195 g/km
2007LT 4WD 7 seats · LTX 4WD 7 seats2.0 L–Diesel5-speed automatic8.7 L/100 km NEDC233 g/km

France 4 versions

New cars on sale in France, from ADEME Car Labelling. NEDC figures until 2015, WLTP figures in the current catalogue.

Years and versionEnginePowerFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2012–2014CAPTIVA 2.2 VCDi (163ch) 7PL BVA6 4X2–120 kW (163 PS)Diesel6-speed automatic7.5–8.0 L/100 km NEDC198–212 g/km
2012–2014CAPTIVA 2.2 VCDi (163ch) 7PL BVM6 4X2–120 kW (163 PS)Diesel6-speed manual6.2–6.5 L/100 km NEDC164–172 g/km
2012–2014CAPTIVA 2.2 VCDi (184ch) 7PL BVA6 4X4–135 kW (184 PS)Diesel6-speed automatic7.9–8.3 L/100 km NEDC208–219 g/km
2012–2014CAPTIVA 2.2 VCDi (184ch) 7PL BVM6 4X4–135 kW (184 PS)Diesel6-speed manual6.4–6.9 L/100 km NEDC170–183 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.