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Renault Captur 2

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

★★★★★
3.3 / 5.0 · Based on 6 engine variants
Most Fun Engine

91–94 PS

1.6L E-Tech Plug-in Benzin

PHEV Surprise

Fun to Drive!
Most Reliable Engine

91–101 PS

1.0L TCe Benzin

5 weaknesses

Good Choice
Problem Engine

61–116 PS

1.5L dCi Diesel

5 weaknesses

Stay Away!

Generations

Engine Overview

The Renault Captur 2 is available with 6 engine variants — from 61 to 163 hp. 3 variants had engine changes — the model year is crucial.

1.5L dCi · Diesel· 95–116 PS Engine Change
2019 2024
Stay Away! 5 weaknesses
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2019 2024
Stay Away! 5 weaknesses
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1.0L TCe · Petrol· 91–101 PS Engine Change
2019 2024
Good Choice 5 weaknesses
2020 2024
Good Choice 5 weaknesses
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1.0L TCe LPG · LPG· 101 PS
2020 2024
Good Choice 5 weaknesses
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1.3L TCe · Petrol· 131–140 PS Engine Change
2019 2022
Be Careful 4 weaknesses
2020 2024
Be Careful 4 weaknesses
1.6L E-Tech Hybrid · Petrol Hybrid· 143 PS
2020 2024
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
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1.6L E-Tech Plug-in · Petrol Plug-in-Hybrid· 158 PS
2020 2022
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
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The Renault 1.5L dCi (Diesel, 95–116 PS) comes with 2 different engines: K9K (2019–2024, Stay Away!) and K9K (2019–2024, Stay Away!). Pay attention to the model year for the 1.5L dCi!

The Renault 1.0L TCe (Petrol, 91–101 PS) comes with 2 different engines: H5H-1.0 (2019–2024, Good Choice) and H5H-1.0 (2020–2024, Good Choice). Pay attention to the model year for the 1.0L TCe!

The Renault 1.0L TCe LPG (LPG, 101 PS) has the H5H-1.0-LPG (1.0L TCe LPG) — rated: "Good Choice", 5 known weaknesses.

The Renault 1.3L TCe (Petrol, 131–140 PS) comes with 2 different engines: H5H-1.3 (2019–2022, Be Careful) and H5H-1.3 (2020–2024, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the 1.3L TCe!

The Renault 1.6L E-Tech Hybrid (Petrol Hybrid, 143 PS) has the H4M-FHEV (1.6L E-Tech Hybrid) — rated: "Be Careful", 5 known weaknesses.

The Renault 1.6L E-Tech Plug-in (Petrol Plug-in-Hybrid, 158 PS) has the H4M-PHEV (1.6L E-Tech Plug-in) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.

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Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
!Suspension Already Flagged at First MOT

TÜV reports show that the Captur II's suspension and handbrake are flagged above average frequency from the second MOT onwards. Suspension remains a critical weak point.

Symptoms: TÜV suspension defects, knocking, handbrake does not hold
from 60,000 km
Ad control arm Captur IIdrop link Renault Captur 2
 Medium

Test Reports

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AUTO BILD TÜV-Report

Above average

The second generation achieves noticeably better MOT results than its predecessor. Lighting systems are above the class average. Suspension defects still occur but with reduced frequency.

2024-11

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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 37 weaknesses have been documented for the Renault Captur 2 (2019–2024) — 30 engine-related and 7 vehicle-related. One problem engine: K9K (1.5L dCi). Typical issues affect Suspension, Gearbox, Electronics, Other. Considered reliable: H5H-1.0 (1.0L TCe), H5H-1.0-LPG (1.0L TCe LPG).

Captur (K9K, 2019–2024) — Stay Away!: Connecting Rod Bearing Wear, High-Pressure Pump (Delphi) Failure, Injectors Sensitive to Fuel Quality. Power: 95 PS.

Captur (K9K, 2019–2024) — Stay Away!: Connecting Rod Bearing Wear, High-Pressure Pump (Delphi) Failure, Injectors Sensitive to Fuel Quality. Power: 110–116 PS.

Captur (H5H-1.3, 2019–2022) — Be Careful: Timing Chain Early Wear, Wastegate Failure After 80,000+ km, Direct Injection: Intake Port Carbon Build-Up. Power: 131 PS.

Captur (H5H-1.3, 2020–2024) — Be Careful: Timing Chain Early Wear, Wastegate Failure After 80,000+ km, Direct Injection: Intake Port Carbon Build-Up. Power: 140 PS.

Captur (H4M-FHEV, 2020–2024) — Be Careful: Electric Motor Fault, Hybrid Battery Capacity Loss, Gearbox Oil Seal Leak (Motor-Gearbox Interface). Power: 92–94 PS.

Captur (H4M-PHEV, 2020–2022) — Be Careful: Gearbox Oil Leak Between Gearbox and Electric Motor, Gearbox Judder and Jolt Under Braking, Air Conditioning: Insufficient Refrigerant from Factory. Power: 92–94 PS.

What to watch out for with the Renault Captur? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Renault Captur 2 have? +
The Renault Captur 2 has 30 known engine weaknesses and 7 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Renault Captur 2? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Good choice: H5H-1.0 (1.0L TCe), H5H-1.0-LPG (1.0L TCe LPG). The most reliable engine is the H5H-1.0 (1.0L TCe) with the lowest risk score. The most fun to drive is the H4M-PHEV (1.6L E-Tech Plug-in). Problem engine: K9K (1.5L dCi) — stay away!
Which Renault Captur 2 engine is the most reliable? +
The {code} ({displacement}) is the most reliable engine in the Renault Captur 2. It has the lowest risk score of all available engines and is rated "Good Choice". However, there are 5 known weaknesses to be aware of.
Which Renault Captur 2 engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Renault Captur 2 — rated: "Fun to Drive!". {description} 160 hp plug-in hybrid — the underbody battery noticeably lowers the centre of gravity. Better road behaviour than the standard Captur, electric acceleration in town.
Is the Renault Captur 2 worth buying used? +
The Renault Captur 2 is a good choice as a used car — 2 of 6 engine variants are rated 'Good Choice'.
What horsepower variants are available for the Renault Captur 2? +
The Renault Captur 2 is available with engine variants from 61 to 163 hp. Petrol: H5H-1.0 (1.0L TCe), H5H-1.3 (1.3L TCe), H4M-FHEV (1.6L E-Tech Hybrid), H4M-PHEV (1.6L E-Tech Plug-in). Diesel: K9K (1.5L dCi).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee