The new Captiva is essentially a global modification of the Chinese Wuling Starlight S, as GM owns a stake in the Wuling brand. The main exterior differences from the base model are concentrated at the front: here, a more massive radiator grille is installed, a darkened insert between the optics, and a more expressive headlight design, giving the car a bolder look. Dimensions have also changed: the body length reaches 4745 mm, width — 1890 mm, height — 1690 mm, and the wheelbase is 2800 mm.
The interior is executed in a minimalist spirit with an emphasis on technology. In front of the driver is a compact digital instrument cluster, and the central part of the dashboard is occupied by a huge 15.6-inch touchscreen multimedia display. A high console between the seats adds to the feel of a higher-class car. The cargo compartment has a volume from 610 to 1768 liters, but even for an extra charge, ordering a third row of seats is impossible.
Chevrolet has provided rich equipment for all versions. Standard equipment includes 18-inch alloy wheels, a panoramic roof, climate control, adaptive cruise control, emergency braking and lane keeping systems, as well as a camera complex providing a surround view.
The main intrigue lies under the hood, as the model will be offered only with electrified powertrains. The plug-in hybrid version combines a 1.5-liter gasoline unit with an output of 106 horsepower and an electric motor with 204 horsepower. Buyers have access to two traction battery options: 9.5 or 20 kWh, allowing a range of 60 or 130 kilometers on pure electric power, respectively. The manufacturer claims a fairly economical average fuel consumption of about 5.5 liters per 100 km.
The fully electric modification uses the same engine with a power of 204 hp, but gets a battery with a capacity of 60 kWh. Thanks to this, the range reaches approximately 500 kilometers, which is a very good indicator for a car of this class.
