Chevy’s European arm is enhancing its Standard equipment includes 16-inch alloy wheels, electrically-adjustable heated door mirrors, an eight-way adjustable driver’s seat, a six-speaker RDS radio/CD player with MP3 socket, steering-wheel mounted audio controls, front, side and curtain airbags, remote control two-stage deadlocking and charcoal-effect roof rails. -Continued
General Motor’s Australian subsidiary Holden is continuing its 60th anniversary celebrations with the introduction of a special edition version Captiva SUV (rebadged version of the European Chevrolet Captiva). Based on the Captiva LX trim, the 60th Anniversary Special Edition gets a series of standard features.These include 18-inch alloys, a 7-inch driver information display & in-dash DVD player, silver painted skid plate, fog lamp inserts, roof rails & door handles, new black bezel headlamps, new tail lamps, a new front fascia and special ‘60th anniversary’ rear badge. The Captiva 60th Anniversary Special Edition is on sale 1 May and is priced from $43,990 AUD for the petrol variant and $44,990 AUD for the diesel variant. –Image gallery after the jump
For a limited period, Chevrolet’s Additionally, those who order the Captiva Edge in the model’s distinctive launch colour of Zest Brown, a bold orangey-copper shade, will also get the metallic paint thrown in without cost.
Chevrolet Europe has enriched the Captiva’s line-up with a brand new sport version that will be available with a common-rail 150 HP 2.0L turbo diesel engine or, alternatively, the 227 HP 3.2-liter V6 engine. The compact SUV’s exterior appearance has been enhanced with a series of features like the trunk lid in body color, new 18” wheels, dark headlights, “smoked” rear lights, new exhaust pipe tips, new front bumper fascia, “Chaos Black” bumper and side molding finish, light Silver finish on rings around fog lights, door handles and roof rails. -Continued after the jumpThe Captiva Sport’s cabin has also been enhanced with red and black leather interior, red stitching on the seats and the steering wheel and, black carbon interior accents.
Chevrolet Towing and touring accessories, including a base carrier to support both bike carriers and roof boxes, tow bars, mud guards, towing mirrors and a reverse parking sensor along with a range of floor mats, cargo liners and a dog guard.
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Available with five and seven seats
Available with active-on-demand all-wheel-drive system
It was Chevrolet who launched the original SUV with the Suburban back in 1935 - Captiva is the latest model in a long line of authentic Chevrolet SUVs. It debuts at the Geneva Motor Show (March 2 - 12, 2006) and will be available in showrooms across
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Its sleek yet bold design is accentuated by strong wheel arches and a sweeping feature line that runs from the front fender vent through to the tail lamps. A grey sill finish runs around the vehicle, reducing its apparent height and is interrupted by contrasting ‘undertray’ features on front and rear bumpers. Design sophistication also features inthe cylindrical prism type headlamps, LED type turn signal lamps, turn signal repeaters in the door mirrors and flush fitting, pull-out type door handles.
The wide tailgate with its integrated opening window underlines the practical side of the Captiva. Inside it is spacious, with seating for five and optional seating for seven passengers. It measures 4,635/1,850/1,720 mm (length/width/height) and stands on a wheelbase of 2,705 mm. In five passenger configuration, it offers a trunk volume of 405 litres (VDA method). All seats, including the front passenger seat, can be folded forward and down, achieving a flat surface. Restating a Chevrolet hallmark, it offers plenty of storage space, including a wide net below the instrument panel.
The elegant, fully integrated and flush fit infotainment unit in the middle console aims to provide best in class entertainment. Its features include an eight way speaker system, an amplifier with an output of 4 x 45 watts, an in-dash six CD changer with MP3 capability. Full integration of the audio system also aids security. The console houses the driver information system providing data including Electronic Climate control, outside temperature, compass, average fuel consumption and vehicle speed, and range for remaining fuel. The comprehensive safety equipment includes dual front airbags roof side and curtain airbags, knee bolsters and safety belt pretensioners and load limiters for the front passenger.
Initially, three transversally mounted engines will be available for the Captiva. They include the brand new, state-of-the-art GM common rail diesel engine jointly developed between GMDAT and GM Powertrain. In its first application, the 16 valve unit offers 110 kW (150 hp) at 4,000 rpm and maximum torque of 320 Nm at 2,000 rpm. The combined fuel consumption is 7.6 l per 100 km. It is the first application of a family of diesel powertrains that will become available in other Chevrolet products in
Suspension layout consists of a McPherson strut configuration in front and an independent four link design in the rear. Ventilated disc brakes are standard on all four wheels. Four cylinder versions come standard with 215/70 R 16 tyres on 6.5J x 16 inch wheels, while the V6 rolls on 235/60 R 17 tyres on 7.0J x 17 inch wheels. 235/55 R 18 are available.
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Alter a long period of wait, Chevrolet previews its all new compact SUV, Captiva. Co-developed with Daewoo, the Captiva retains the prototype’s (S3X) design theme. The Captiva is one of GM’s worldwide car projects as it will be sold in Europe (as Chevrolet), Asia (as Daewoo) and the US (as Saturn).
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The Captiva will also be the first model in Chevrolet’s European range available with an electronic stability program (ESP). It debuts at the Geneva motor show (March 2 - 12, 2006) and will be available in showrooms across Europe starting in June.
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The Captiva offers expressive design and a spacious, convenient interior featuring high quality fabrics and materials. The new compact SUV measures 4,639/1,849/1,726 mm (length/width/height) and with a wheelbase of 2,707 mm. It will be available with seven or five seats respectively.
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