Hi all,
Since I'm actually the one running this test car, I thought I'd chip in. IvorETower's post certainly made interesting reading.
If you've been reading *all* the updates on our Captur, you'll note that we think it's rather good, actually.In our 2014 awards, the 0.9 TCe version won the price point in the Small SUV category.
Anyway, regarding the faults that we've highlighted, I thought I'd clarify where things stand. The 'Maps not found' error message was fixed by a judicious stop/start/stop again/card out/card in/start procedure. This was noted in the report.
The Eco coach issue seems to have been fixed by the latest software update, but there was undoubtedly a problem with it beforehand. The fact that it displayed this readout has nothing to do with reading a manual or not:
http://pbs.twimg.com/media/BVkD1HFIEAAwapX.jpg
However, I still maintain there are issues with the infotainment system that need to be checked out. The latest problem is that the volume control often defaults to sat-nav audio rather than radio - even when the sat-nav isn't even activated.
But let's set all this aside for a moment - this is still a great value small SUV, with impressive space and practicality, a genuinely efficient 1.5 diesel (we're seeing 50mpg in std mode, and around 57mpg with Eco mode on - and I know plenty of buyers are beating that).
To say that we just 'don't like Renaults' without reading all of my updates (ie, just cherry picking small criticisms) doesn't really give an accurate reflection, does it?
As ever, if anyone wants to chat to me about our Captur (or their own) feel free to get in touch. My email is displayed clearly in all our long-term updates.
Ed