Test drive Chevrolet Captiva: second face

The new Captiva is the brand's first compact SUV. Chevrolet. Tracing the roots of the model leads to the Korean manufacturer. Daewoo, which, of course, also applies to the user of the same platform Opel Among.

The dimensions of the self-supporting body of Captiva are primarily in line with European tastes, and this fully applies to the design and tuning of the chassis. The base petrol engine for the model has a displacement of 2,4 liters and is not very impressive dynamics.

The truth is that in this case the word "compact" should be understood in the broadest sense - however, at its length of 4,64 meters, the Korean is closer to the VW Touareg (4,75 m) than to the Toyota RAV4 (4,40 m).

First and second row space

makes a really positive impression, but the extra two extra seats in the back are definitely only child-friendly, and they are also rarely upholstered.

Captiva certainly does not predispose to a sporty driving style - the steering is rather indirect and does not respond well on the road, and the body lean in the turn is more than noticeable. However, there are no more serious problems with road behavior, except for the mediocre performance of the braking system. Confirmation is that the ESP system is included as standard on all versions of the model.

Unfortunately, drive is little cause for joy

Four-cylinder engine with 136 hp the village turns with obvious reluctance, its traction is also meager. Undoubtedly, the transmission, which has too "long" gears, is not to blame for this. The cabin of the car deserves good reviews - materials, workmanship and ergonomics do not cause more serious criticism.

2020-08-30