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15.09.2021

I already wrote about how, and today the story is about a car that aims for the family SUV segment. With seven seats, but without excessive cross-country ability and brutality.

Chervrolet Captiva is just the perfect representative of this class: a simple and large cabin, good asphalt habits, seven seats and a relatively low price by the standards of the class. Moreover, it was possible to purchase a simple front-wheel drive version, if snow and mud were excluded in principle. Actually, in this format, the car was created not at all for Russia, but for the United States. However, we also have a large and inexpensive car, as they say, "went" - its production was even established at the company's St. Petersburg plant.

Structurally, Captiva and platform Opel Antara with Cadillac SRX are pure cars: the engine is transverse in front, and the suspensions are completely light - MacPherson strut and L-shaped lever in front, and multi-link in the back. The salon is simply huge, and the rear and middle row seats fold down to form a flat floor, and even the right passenger seat has a “tricky” back that can be folded flush with the resulting platform. The third row, of course, is not very spacious, but on machines of this size, it is intended more for children than for fully accommodating adults.

But even in the seven-seater version, the trunk has a larger volume than other C-class hatches. The rear axle drive is connected - through a coupling manufactured by JTEKT. The same ITCC system and the same purely electromagnetic clutch that was installed on the Toyota RAV4 are used. The system is simple and reliable, but does not like slipping very much - it is enough for a moment from the motor, but it does not tolerate torsional vibrations of the transmission and overheats instantly.

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Electronic assistants

After the 2011 update, the Hill Descent Control system and the hill start assistant for cars with a manual transmission appeared. Forced blocking of the drive clutch was never added. But the stabilization system has been updated, which was important for a fast and tall car. In the main market of the model, in the USA, housewives were most often behind the wheel, and not harsh macho racers. The handling of the car, by the way, turned out to be quite good, despite the visually very high and narrow body. Not very large rolls, rather sharp steering and even a slight tendency to oversteer in extreme conditions - apparently, it was because of her that stabilization was included in the basic configuration.

Motors

What cannot be said about the car at first sight is that it is one of the most powerful crossovers in its class. Initially, a 3.2 V6 engine with a capacity of 230 hp was installed in the top-end package, and after restyling, another V6 with a volume of 3.0 liters took its place, which developed, depending on the market, from 249 to 283 hp. A slightly more torquey, but not more powerful 3.6-liter engine was also installed on cars for the USA, which in fact differs little from the first two. Post-styling diesel engines also showed record power - the older version of the engine developed as much as 184 hp.

Less powerful motors were also enough. Petrol "fours" with a volume of 2.4 liters until 2011 developed an unimpressive 136 hp, and after that the engine was replaced with a completely new one, but of the same displacement, with a power of 167 hp. Diesels 2 liters 150 forces from the car before the restyling of the Italian design. These motors under the hood of other GM cars are rare, but often found on Hyundai / Kia models. After restyling, the engine volume increased to 2.2 liters and two power gradations appeared - a top-end engine with 184 hp. and a weaker one, developing "only" 163.

restyling

Chervrolet Captiva 2006–2011 MY

The 2011 update affected not only the motors. The style of the car has radically changed, the soft and not very expressive appearance was transformed by a new radiator grille and bumper, making the car much more aggressive and noticeable. And the Aisin five-speed automatic transmissions were replaced with GM's own production boxes, which turned out to be not the best solution. The second restyling of 2013 did not bring significant technical changes, and the appearance changed almost imperceptibly.

Breakdowns and problems in operation

Body and interior

The body of cars produced by GM Korea does not differ in a particularly durable paintwork, but even at the age of ten there are no obvious problems with corrosion. The new GM standard affects the quality of protection of steel structures. What is needed here is galvanized, and something else is covered with a thick layer of mastic and plastic. They forgot only about the fifth door, and some seams in the engine compartment may have damaged sealant and traces of corrosion already at the age of several years.

A clear disadvantage is that the thickness of the metal of the outer panels is not impressive, they bend well with a finger. This is all the more strange because the mass of the car is more than one and a half hundred kilograms more than that of its main competitors. But according to the reviews of those who visited the Captiva in serious accidents, the secret is revealed a little: the car has a very solid foundation, more reminiscent of the design of the spars of serious "rogues" than a light crossover. The weight-added sound deadening is pretty good too - even the class-leading second and third-generation RAV4s were a lot noisier. However, in the salons of the Antara and SRX platforms, it is even quieter, so Captiva is still far from the limit of perfection.

The interior is pretty basic - there's decent but not great plastic, cheap leather, and simple quality fabric. Decorating in the style of cheaper Chevrolets greatly underestimates the level of the car, distancing it from more expensive Opels and Cadillacs. It is especially disappointing for the quality of the seats - a more noble profile would not hurt the driver. In the process of restyling, the interior was “ennobled”, making it visually more expensive, but, unfortunately, this upgrade did not touch the seats.

Electrician

The electrical equipment of the body and interior is not completely problem-free, although it does not present expensive troubles - this is generally typical for GM cars. Worse, the under-hood wiring and electronics under the bottom suffer quite a lot. The engine compartment "spit" is too "gentle" - after a few years of operation, sand that has got into the corrugations can cause numerous violations of wire insulation and equally numerous failures in on-board systems - and mainly in the engine.

After off-road trips, it is recommended to rinse the engine compartment very carefully and generally monitor its cleanliness. By the way, at the same time, “sweating” motors create a lot of troubles - traces of grease eventually heavily pollute the compartment from below and allow sand to linger inside. The wiring to the ABS sensors and the all-wheel drive clutch is also vulnerable. After crossing fords and serious puddles, it is recommended to check the tightness of the connectors or put grease in them at least once every couple of years. Strongly rubbed front optics, a leaky brake light on the rear door, poor wiring for rear number lights are generally typical for all inexpensive cars, you should not take them as a serious drawback of the model. Well, there are no failures of the on-board multimedia system here simply because of its simplicity.

Chassis

The suspension of a car for a passenger car can be considered exemplary reliable and inexpensive, moreover. They even withstand off-road trips without much damage, unless, of course, driving on the ground and pits in a loaded car. However, the reliability of the shock absorbers is below average - after 30-40 thousand mileage they will lose their effectiveness, and the controllability of the car will noticeably worsen. You can reach 100-150 thousand with the "native" kit, they will not leak if you do not overheat them, but the driving pleasure is not the same.

The stabilizer struts are a consumable, as are the bushings. With an active style of movement, they have to be changed every second MOT if you do not want to listen to their knock. By the way, its cause may be not only in the suspension - there is a very “gentle” steering rack, which starts knocking at runs over 50 thousand. But if you monitor the fluid level in the power steering expansion tank, it can work in this state for a very long time - the backlash is minimal, and leaks are usually almost invisible. The power steering pump is not very reliable, but pumps from Opel cars are great with minimal alteration, although they “do not fight” according to the code. This will come in handy if the owner of the car missed the level of ATP in the tank at least once, because the part is not reliable.

Transmission

The reliability of transmissions can generally be assessed as average. Manual transmissions generally do not cause any special problems - you just need to monitor the oil level, because it is quite traditional for GM boxes to “sweat” with oil. The strength of the front CV joints and drives is sufficient, except that with a 3.6 engine and a top-end diesel engine, there are cases of “cutting off” splines on the shafts - most likely, one of the batches of drives was not very successful. At the same time, the hinges themselves are reliable, they can withstand even short-term work with a torn cover, but here it is important to notice oil leaks in time. The CV joint covers themselves are too “tender”, they tear easily on off-road. The same problem is with the driveshaft on all-wheel drive versions, it usually has a rubber intermediate support that fails, followed by a bearing. Theoretically, with such a breakdown, it is necessary to replace the entire cardan shaft, but in reality there is a completely running cardan bearing with a dimension of 71.4 * 24.6, which can be found even on GAZ cars, and you can also buy a repair insert for an elastic band. Breaking the clutch is more difficult, because it turns off at the slightest attempt to overheat - the emergency mode starts already at 94 degrees. She does not have a separate radiator, as well as a complex hydraulic system. Breakdowns are usually associated with the failure of the electronics of the control system, which entails the failure of the mechanical part. The rear gearbox is also quite “gentle”, it doesn’t like gas-to-floor starts on asphalt and sometimes fails with V6 engines.

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The type of automatic transmission and its reliability depend on the year of manufacture. Before restyling, there was Aisin AW55-51, known and. I already wrote about the features of its operation, but I repeat: it really does not like overheating, it has a small resource of gas turbine engine blocking pads and a very “gentle” valve body. Captiva got the last revision of the box, mostly trouble-free. With a calm driving style and a working engine cooling system, she has a chance of 150-200 thousand mileage without much hassle, with active pedaling, she will need more frequent oil changes, at least once every 40 thousand kilometers, and replacement of gas turbine overlays at the first sign of their wear.

After restyling in 2011, a new “six-speed” of GM's own production of the 6T45 / 6T40 series was installed. Unlike the Japanese automatic transmission, it turned out to be more jerky, more prone to overheating, with an even smaller resource of the gas turbine engine and serious problems with the liners of the box itself. In addition, in the first years of production, there were enough "children's" problems with the valve body, and the cooling system was left the same, which the new box clearly lacked. As a result, restyled cars have every chance of getting into the “boxed” service earlier than dorestyle. Often there are cases of failures during the warranty period, with very small runs. True, the box is a little simpler for minor repairs, they are cheaper. But if the bushings are damaged, an extremely costly operation will be necessary - it is often easier to change the box assembly.

Motors

One of the great advantages of cars before restyling is, oddly enough, the weakest 2.4 engine. After all, this is an old Opel engine, only with a very “clamped” firmware and bored out to a volume of 2.4. The motor itself is extremely reliable - it has a cast-iron block that is resistant to overheating and other troubles, a strong piston group, a simple control system and an inexpensive “piping”. For those who do not have enough 136 forces, there are many tuning developments, ranging from shafts from the X20XER and Z22XE engines to the Red Top cylinder head with a C20XE with a serious alteration and even the installation of a turbocharger. In addition, consumables for it can be found in almost any village, and mechanics know it, because this series of engines has been produced for a good twenty years.

The newer 2.4 motor is also familiar to all opelists - those who have seen the Z22SE series motors, for example. This is a more modern design, with a timing chain and balancer shafts in the block. And at the same time - without repair dimensions, with an unpredictable timing resource, expensive parts and. But in general, the engine is very resourceful and also much more powerful in stock. Particular attention should be paid to the timing resource - it is the main supplier of problems here. If something rings on a cold one, it would be better to immediately find 40-60 thousand rubles to replace the entire set, otherwise it can tear out weak tensioner or damper studs, grind the front cover, and in especially severe cases, the timing phases are broken or the chains simply break . There are ceramic valve guides in the block head, so you won’t get off with a little blood - most likely you will need an expensive repair or replacement. Unfortunately, it is impossible to say when the thunder will strike - usually the chains serve all 120-150 thousand. This, of course, is not much, but by modern standards it is quite a decent result. However, sometimes problems begin already at 40-60 thousand mileage. Fortunately, these problems are familiar to the craftsmen from structurally similar Opel engines, and there are ways to make repairs cheaper, and also avoid repeating problems in the future. Rare V6 engines are also familiar from Opel and GM cars. Engines of 3.2 and 3.6 liters are the "relatives" of the Opel Vectra 2.8T and Alfa Romeo 3.2. These very reliable motors have several weaknesses. Firstly, the resource of the timing chain is limited here - it is unlikely to pass more than 150 thousand kilometers. At the same time, the cost of two circuits and four phase shifters is comparable to the price of a contract engine.

Secondly, the motors are prone to overheating, and the slightest contamination of the radiators or the failure of one of the fans immediately take the temperature into the red zone. After that, the engine almost always acquires a good oil "appetite", which can only be defeated by a bulkhead. And the ignition modules fail even if there is no particular overheating, just an increase in temperature in the engine compartment due to the installation of a crankcase protection may be enough to make the replacement of the MOH become regular. By the way, a feature of cars with V6 before restyling is also a very expensive exhaust system with a valve that turns off the left muffler at partial loads. Therefore, the left one is twice as expensive as the right one, all 23 thousand rubles. Starting in 2010, this questionable system was removed, and silencers again cost the same. By the way, the designation of the motor according to the Opel catalog Z32SE is misleading, it differs very much from the motor with the same name on the Vectra C. For example, the "Vectrovsky" timing belt and the block are completely different. Try not to flaunt your knowledge of the motor model in front of sellers and choose spare parts carefully. The 3.0 engine is a newer series, it has direct injection, a more reliable timing and a very successful injection pump. It’s just too early to talk about any serious problems, they didn’t have time to manifest themselves, but many owners noted a decent oil “appetite” and the same tendency to overheat at the slightest hint of contamination of the cooling system.

All gasoline engines are highly recommended for an oil change interval of no more than 10 thousand kilometers, well, except for the good old 2.4 136 hp. it's not that critical. And the "native" DEXOS2 5W30 oil is also not the best choice. For V6 engines, SAE50 oil is generally recommended, and for in-line fours, the usual SAE40 is enough. By the way, according to some reviews, the timing chain resource is highly dependent on the oil and its level. Diesel engines 2.0 on cars before restyling caused no particular complaints from the owners. Despite the fact that they arrived in Russia only after a run across Europe, such cars were not officially sold here. Due to the small number of serious statistics on them, there are no complaints, except that there are complaints about the not very large nozzle resource, sensitivity to bad diesel fuel and the timing belt resource in our conditions is no more than 60 thousand kilometers. More powerful 2.2 diesels are simply too new for serious breakdowns - in addition to typical diesel problems with fuel equipment, there are almost no other complaints, except that automatic transmission paired with the most powerful engines with a torque of 400 Nm is not easy. There are cases of boxes failure during the warranty period.

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What to buy?

If you have enough dynamics of a pre-styling 2.4 engine with automatic transmission, then the Chevrolet Captiva is a good choice. You just have to be content with the old interior, and a rather boring appearance. Newer cars seem to have fewer problems, but a noticeable increase in the number of automatic transmission failures suggests that in the near future this node can become really troublesome. On heavy machines, all wear processes go faster, and the difficulties that owners of Opel Astra and Chevrolet Cruze with automatic transmission 6T40 face will seem like a trifle compared to the troubles of Captiva owners. The restyled 2.4, in fact, is also not a very new engine, noticeably more dynamic and powerful, and in combination with a manual gearbox, no operational difficulties are expected up to 120-150 thousand runs. Perhaps in the new series of engines, the chances of early timing failure have also decreased, so this is a good choice. Here are the V6 engines, before and after restyling, require more attention. And if the 3.2 engine in combination with a five-speed automatic transmission is generally quite reliable with proper maintenance, then the condition of the automatic transmission on a three-liter is already a mystery. The more powerful 6T45 series automatic transmission will most likely have the same set of problems as the more common 6T40, but whether they will manifest themselves at mileage up to hundreds of thousands or require expensive repairs at mileage over 150 is not yet clear.

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15.10.2016

Chevrolet Captiva is one of the most affordable crossovers in the CIS, especially in a used version. Such a car, aged 4-5 years, can be purchased on the secondary market for 12-15 thousand USD. With its size and appearance, the cost of the car looks very suspicious, perhaps a catch in the reliability and cost of its maintenance? In this and many other things now and try to figure it out.

A bit of history:
Chevrolet Captiva is a compact crossover developed by the South Korean division of General Motors », in 2004. The machine is based on the platform used in the "" and "Saturn VUE" cars. In Australia and New Zealand, the car is sold under the name "Holden Captiva". In 2010, an updated version of the car appeared, which was first presented at an auto show in Paris. The model received a new appearance, a redesigned interior. Also, the changes affected the chassis: the suspension was significantly improved, the spring stiffness was changed and new anti-roll bars were installed. In 2011, in Tashkent, a presentation of the updated Chevrolet Captiva, produced by GM Uzbekistan, took place. In addition to the new appearance, a new 3.0-liter engine (250 - 283hp) and a six-speed automatic transmission appeared. Officially, the updated version was presented at the Geneva Motor Show in 2013.

Advantages and disadvantages of Chevrolet Captiva with mileage.

Once upon a time, cars with a yellow cross on the hood were made of thick metal, but this is a thing of the past. Body iron is very much afraid of the reagents that we abundantly sprinkle on the road. The fastest to bloom: trunk lid, sills and door edges. Like many other cars, after a couple of years of operation, chrome elements begin to climb around.

Power units

Officially, in the CIS, Chevrolet Captiva was supplied only with gasoline engines, the first - a four-cylinder 2.4 liter (136 hp), the second - a six-cylinder 3.2 (230 hp) and 3.0 (249 - 283 hp). Cars with a 2.0-liter turbocharged diesel engine were not officially delivered to us, and all the options presented on the secondary market were imported from abroad. A more powerful diesel engine with a volume of 2.2 liters in our market is relatively recent and it is too early to talk about serious breakdowns. Cars with a 2.4 engine are equipped with a timing belt drive, according to the regulations, the belt and roller must be replaced every 120,000 km, but experienced owners recommend changing the belt at least once every 80,000 km. With a run of 60 - 70 km, the crankshaft oil seals begin to leak, at first the problem is practically not noticeable, since it minimally affects oil consumption, but later, somewhere around 100 - 120 thousand km, the leak increases, and the oil seals have to be changed. Often, the temperature sensor stops producing information, in order to fix the problem - the thermostat should be replaced.

In the 3.2 liter engine, the timing drive is equipped with a metal chain, it would seem that this is better, since the chain lasts many times longer, but not in the case of Captiva. In this car, the chain has the same resource as the belt. Formally, there are no recommendations for replacing the chain at 120,000, in rare cases it can go 150 - 180 thousand km, but basically, it is changed at 80 - 100 thousand km. Signals about the need to change the circuit will serve as: deterioration in acceleration dynamics, a ringing sound of the motor, an error periodically pops up on the on-board computer. It is not worth delaying the replacement, because in the future, it can stretch and jump a few teeth, which will lead to costly repairs (1000 - 1500 USD). If you notice that the battery is quickly discharged, then most likely the diode bridge of the generator is dying, the replacement will cost about 150 USD.

The newer 3.0 direct injection engine is equipped with a more reliable timing chain and a very successful injection pump. It is still too early to talk about any serious problems, but many owners note a decent oil consumption and a tendency to overheat at the slightest hint of contamination of the cooling system.

Transmission

Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with the following types of gearboxes: five-speed manual, five- and six-speed automatic transmission. A manual transmission is considered completely trouble-free, but an automatic transmission can cause a lot of trouble with a mileage of less than 100,000 km, since the automatic transmission is prone to overheating, which leads to serious problems with the liners of the box itself. In addition, on the machines of the first years of production, there were enough "children's" problems with the valve body and the box cooling system. If the heated box starts to switch jerkily, you need to urgently contact the service.

Weaknesses of the chassis Chevrolet Captiva

The suspension of the Chevrolet Captiva is strong enough and even if it bothers you, it is only with high mileage and mostly in small things. As on most modern cars, the first to be replaced will be the front stabilizer struts and bushings at a range of 40 - 50 thousand km (replacement cost 30 - 50 USD, both sides). Wheel bearings will have to be changed every 60 - 80 thousand km, they change as an assembly with the hub (you will have to pay from 130 to 180 USD for a non-original bearing). Shock absorbers, on average, will last 80-100 thousand km, for 120,000 km of run, the silent blocks of the levers will need to be replaced. ABS sensors will have to be changed after 80,000 km. If, after lifting the car on a lift, you notice oil smudges at the gearbox, do not panic, most likely it is necessary to replace the drive oil seals or the internal oil seal of the transfer case drive. As for the steering, the rack starts knocking at a range of 80-100 thousand km. Leaks often occur at the junctions of the power steering system, and if a large amount of fluid leaks out, the power steering pump will need to be replaced. Front brake pads change every 40-50 thousand km, rear - 70-80 thousand km.

Four-wheel drive is made according to a typical scheme for most SUVs - when the front axle slips, the rear axle is automatically connected. The design is simple, but even it requires attention. If you abuse even a light off-road, then over time it will turn the cardan outboard bearing. Formally, the knot changes in the struggle with the gimbal, and this pleasure is not cheap, but the craftsmen have learned to save money. Many simply rework the fasteners and integrate the outboard bearing from Sobol.

Salon

The interior trim of the Chevrolet Captiva is made of inexpensive materials, and the build quality leaves much to be desired. Over time, the chair equipped with an electric drive begins to loosen, and the backlash of the chair backs and armrest also appears. With a sharp temperature difference between the roof and the upholstery, condensation appears, in front it exits through the lighting cover, in the back - through the clips of the fifth door. Also, it is worth checking the performance of the wipers, as on many machines the fuse in the control unit blows. If the fuel level reading is incorrect, check the connector under the power steering reservoir to the fuse box.

Outcome:

Chevrolet Captiva is perfect for those who lead an active lifestyle and love to travel by car. Of course, it’s not worth storming serious off-road on this car, however, it can take you to your favorite place for a picnic, fishing or mushroom clearing. The main argument in favor of Captiva will be its price, as it costs much less than its competitors.

Advantages:

Secondary market value.
Design.
Spaciousness.
Comfort suspension.
Service cost.

Disadvantages:

Thin body metal.
Timing chain resource.
Unreliable automatic transmission
Crickets in the cabin.
Fuel consumption (up to 15 liters per 100 km).

If you are the owner of this car model, please describe the problems that you had to face during the operation of the car. Perhaps it is your review that will help readers of our site when choosing a car.

Sincerely, the editors of AutoAvenue

Solid, bright, roomy, with off-road potential, the Chevrolet Captiva crossover fascinated everyone who loves solidity in everything. But the shortcomings that you need to pay attention to when buying a used car, there are also this family car. In addition to weaknesses in this car, there are also disadvantages that every future owner needs to know about.

Weaknesses of the Chevrolet Captiva 1st generation

steering rack;
timing mechanism drive;
stabilizer's pole;
oil pressure sensor;
brake pads;
catalyst.

Details about weaknesses and their identification…

steering rack

1. You can find out about the wear of the steering rack during a test drive or by making a diagnosis. It is necessary to pay attention to the appearance of a strong vibration of the steering wheel, extraneous noise in the form of a rattle, knocks when driving on a rough road. Turning the steering wheel in any direction will be difficult. This will also produce extraneous sounds. A sign of a malfunction can also be a leak from the steering rack. It is worth looking into the tank, if the power steering fluid foams heavily, then this is also a sign of a breakdown.

Timing mechanism drive

2. On a Chevrolet Captiva with a 2.4 liter engine, the timing mechanism is belt driven. Its wear can result not only in a break, but also in bent valves. The degree of wear can sometimes be determined visually. With a lot of wear, it begins to "shag". But the first and main signs are on the inside of the belt and they are not always visible.

On a car with a 3.2 liter engine - a timing chain drive. Its pulling is a common disease of these machines. This reduces the thrust in the engine, and the on-board computer gives errors.

Chassis

3. The condition of the stabilizer links to a large extent depend on the driving style. Problems with them can be identified by driving a car on a rough road. Knocking, increased roll and skidding of the car when cornering, as well as swaying when braking will tell about malfunctions of the racks. Experienced drivers can also tell if they are broken by rocking the car from every angle. A sign of a malfunction will be a sharp drop.

4. Most often, the front brake pads wear out on the Chevrolet Captiva. This usually happens after a run of about 35 thousand kilometers. The rear pads will last almost twice as long. You can find out about their wear on a test drive. With every braking, especially at high speeds, a metallic squeal, rattle will be heard. This sound is caused by a wear sensor built into the brake pads.

5. The oil pressure sensor is another weak point of the Captiva. If it fails, the oil pressure indicator light will come on. It can light up when regassing or in other cases of pressure changes. However, this is not the only reason when this indication lights up. It signals the failure of the oil pump, lack of oil level, wiring malfunction of this important engine part, as well as problems with the motor itself. Therefore, the best way out with a burning light bulb will be diagnostics in the service station.

6. The catalyst is also one of the weak points of this model. It works on both petrol and diesel engines. The most obvious sign of a problem with it will be a tight acceleration, then the engine starts up again as usual. But it is not always possible to identify this in one short trip, so it is necessary to undergo diagnostics in the service.

In addition to the above Captiva sores, when buying, you must carefully check the general condition of the car. Make a run and listen for the absence of noises, knocks, squeaks, whistles and other strange sounds in the area of the engine compartment, chassis and suspension.

The main disadvantages of Chevrolet Captiva 2006 - 2011 release

"Crickets" in the cabin in winter;
Low front bumper skirt;
Plastic in the cabin is easily scratched;
Due to the wide A-pillars, poor visibility;
Rigid suspension;
Fuel consumption is higher than stated;
Weak light at night (lack of xenon);
Pedal drop (brake pedal higher than gas pedal);
Weak engine.

Conclusion.
This is a fairly reliable crossover and a ride on it will be a real pleasure. With careful operation, the Chevrolet Captiva does not fail its owners with a breakdown. Therefore, when buying a used car, the ideal verification option is to undergo a full diagnosis in a car service.

P.S.: Dear future and current car owners, if you find sore spots and frequent breakdowns of your car, please let us know in the comments.

Was last modified: May 30th, 2019 by Administrator

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15 posts per article “ Weaknesses and shortcomings of the Chevrolet Captiva 2.4 l. and 3.2 l.”

Michael
Also, the weak point of 2.4 engines is the flow of oil into the candle wells. Replacing the valve cover gasket solves the problem, but not for long. The reason is the plastic valve cover. Apparently over time it leads. Perhaps replacing it with aluminum will solve the problem. When buying a used captiva, you should look into the candle wells. just remove the caps of the high voltage wires from the candles and if there is a problem they will be in the oil.
Sergei
Captiva 2014 goals run almost 60 thousand. I have never changed the stabilizer struts, so it’s not the weakest link. I was surprised by the low mileage of the front hubs of 30-50 km and replaced both front hubs. This was not on one of my cars. Everyone went almost 100-110 thousand also changed the solenoid exhaust valve.
Sergei
Still, well, a very weak point in Captiva is the washer fluid supply hoses to the rear glass. During the period of minuses, they constantly pop up.
Sergei
Captiva 2.4 petrol 2012 mileage 148200, replacement pads 65000, replacement of the front right pillar 105000, replacement of the left hub 148000 through no fault of wear, replacement of the rear outer silent blocks 148000, to replace everything. The problem is that water accumulates in the air in winter due to temperature changes, you have to remove and check (auto blankets are strictly prohibited), the check has been on for 3 years, it’s a sin on the gas pump, but it works fine, the error is not removed, 4 years the consumption was up to 10 city-highway , now 11 liters. Also, the rear window washer hose popped out once. No more problems, happy with the car.
Michael
And how expensive this car is ... I also like it very much. But some say it's expensive to maintain. And my salary is about $300
Paul
Chevrolet Captiva 2.2 diesel. The sign for the need for car service lights up on the scoreboard. Turnovers rose to 1600, diagnostics scolds 4 injectors.
Alexey
Captiva 2.4. I change the thermostat every three years in addition to all of the above. The radiator was also weak this year.
Vitaly
I bought in the past 2017 Captiva 2013 onwards. Mileage is now 93 t.km. I'm happy with the car. Consumption 12 - 12.4l seems a bit too much, but for 2.4l, 167hp, probably normal. Climate-auto — with glitches periodically, in manual mode norms. The automatic engine runs smoothly with good traction. The suspension is harsh on rough roads outside the city, the city is very comfortable. Overall satisfied with the machine.
Nicholas
Koptiva, seven-month-old, 2008 Bought in 2009. Second. Changed mouthguard to mouthguard in the cabin after two months. The jamb of the dealer was proven when installing additional equipment. I operate until today. Satisfied. Periodically requires maintenance and repair, like any mechanism. Mileage for 200,000 km. Changed several times the front stabilizer bar. Rear only after 200,000 km. Stabilizer bushings front and rear replaced after 200 thousand run. Replaced the brake discs, a pair of parking sensors, double gasket under the valve cover. Oil seals leaked: crankshaft, camshaft. I change. Twice changed the muffler corrugation. There was a bummer stud muffler pants. Unscrewed, replaced with a gasket. The hub buzzed under 200,000 km. - replacement. In winter, the brushes froze to the windshield - a replacement mechanism. Replacement of the block of inclusion of the conditioner. Replacing the cross on the cardan shaft, changed the rear axle seal twice. Generator - repair. Worn brushes and bearings. Changed the front shock absorbers — a divorce on the service. They were a little dusty. I think it would take a long time. Front and rear salenbloki changed repeatedly.
Sergei
Chevrolet Captiva 2014 2.4 mileage 75 thousand. Two times there was a failure in the movement of the front windshield brushes. The first time they themselves fell into place. A year later, the second time there was a failure. They stop where they want. As a result, there is some wear of the sprockets. They twisted the gear. They said if it unscrews again, it is necessary to change

“Kapa”, “Kapitosha”, “Koptilka” ... Here you can’t even understand whether these are affectionate nicknames or derogatory. Chevrolet Captiva, which will be discussed, really earned a lot of pluses in karma, but there are no less reasons for criticizing this car.

origins

The Captiva name appeared on Chevrolet dealer price lists in 2006. This mid-size crossover was developed by the South Korean branch of GM in Incheon based on the GM Theta platform, and the immediate predecessor was the Daewoo S3X concept presented in Paris in 2004.

The model was originally planned as a "worldwide": in Europe, India, Southeast Asia and the Middle East, it was sold under the name Chevrolet Captiva, in South Korea - as the Daewoo Winstorm, in Australia and New Zealand - as the Holden Captiva. Captiva was produced by a number of factories: directly in South Korea (Incheon), Thailand (Royong), China (Shanghai), Vietnam (Hanoi), Uzbekistan (Asaka), Kazakhstan (Ust-Kamenogorsk) ... Captiva was also assembled in Russia: first in Kaliningrad, and then at the GM plant in Shushary near St. Petersburg.

Chevrolet Captiva '2006–11

The crossover was offered both in a front-wheel drive version and with an automatically connected rear axle, could be equipped with a mechanical 5-speed gearbox and a 6-speed automatic and several engine options. Despite the moderate price, the model did not have much success in Russia due to not the best dynamics, high fuel consumption and reliability problems.

The situation improved somewhat after Captiva underwent a major update in 2011, and these are the cars we will talk about. The front part of the car was radically redesigned, new engines appeared under the hood (in the Russian Federation, the car was offered with a gasoline “four” of the Ecotec family with a volume of 2.4 liters and a power of 167 hp, the latest V6 of the SIDI family with a power of 249 hp and 2 .2-liter turbodiesel developed by VM with a capacity of 184 hp). Either a 5-speed manual gearbox or a 6-speed automatic 6T40 could also work with them.

Chevrolet Captiva '2011–13

Front-wheel drive versions did not take root in Russia, but the buyer could decide whether to buy a five-seater version or spend an extra 30,000 and take a car with three rows of seats. In principle, the prices for the Chevrolet Captiva could be called very democratic: the 2.4 MT version cost 990,000 rubles, 2.2d MT - 1,145,000, 2.2d AT - 1,165,000, and the top 3.0 AT - 1,260 000 rubles.

The release and sale of Captiva continued until 2015, when the concern announced the conservation of the plant in Shushary and the withdrawal of the entire budget line from the Russian market. However, for those who want to buy a seven-seater crossover, used Chevrolet Captiva and today remain the most affordable option. For cars of 2012 with a mileage of 150-200 thousand kilometers, they ask for about 580-600 thousand rubles, and more recent copies of 2014 - 2015 with a mileage of less than 100 thousand are sold for 1,300,000 - 1,400,000 rubles.

Back in the period of entering the Russian market, the updated Chevrolet Captiva received a very good press, and subsequently enjoyed moderate but steady demand. However, she never managed to acquire the status of a cult model, nor to get into the number of bestsellers. So what has prevented her, why are her owners criticized, and what attracts her fans to her?

HATE #5: NATIVE ALARMS AND CL

Chevrolet Captiva, due to following world trends, is equipped with a central lock, standard alarm, and the engine is started by pressing a button. So, it is precisely these systems in the reviews that have quite a lot of complaints. Then the car position sensor will break, which should understand that the car has been lifted by a tow truck. Accordingly, "Capa" begins, for no reason at all, heart-rendingly sounding the alarm.

Chevrolet Captiva '2006–16

However, if the reason for this behavior was found, then this is not a problem. Much more often, the cause remains unknown, and neither the owners nor the service workers can find it. As a result, the simplest solution to the problem is the installation of an additional alarm system, with the regular howler turned off. It is located under the battery, and to get to it, you have to remove both the battery and the fuse box. This is not so easy to do: you need to use a key with a long nozzle, otherwise nothing will work.

The algorithm of the regular anti-theft system is also very annoying. The keychain must be carried in your pocket, and God forbid you leave it in the car and get out! Exactly 10 seconds later, the doors will be locked, and you will have no choice but to run for spare keys. What if it happened at a gas station far from home? The ignition off does not save: if you turn off the engine and get out, the alarm will raise a panic from any rustle, especially if one of the passengers remains in the cabin. In general, as one of the owners wrote, “Damn the engineer who invented it!”.

LOVE #5: LOOK

Captiva is not one of the models that fall in love at first sight, and then forgive them all the sins just because of the unique and unrepeatable appearance. However, in the vast majority of reviews, the appearance of the crossover after the update is rated very positively.

Chevrolet Captiva '2006–16

Indeed, in profile, Captiva attracts with its swift silhouette, full face (after the update) - with aggressiveness and brutality. Still, the front end does not reach the fundamental facades of American SUVs, but still it is felt that the designers decided: they called themselves Chevrolet - be kind enough to match. It turned out very well.

THE FACE OF THE CAR LOOKS PREDATORY AND BEAUTIFUL, I LOVE IT.

RESPECTED ON THE ROAD BECAUSE OF ITS BRUTAL DESIGN.

But still not without a teaspoon of tar ...

Many reviewers believe that the back of the car looks far from what it should be, that the rear does not really fit in with the powerful front end, and that in vain the designers did not radically change its design, almost completely borrowing it from the pre-style: “it’s bad that the tailgate was left without changes". According to critics, the back of the car looks like an egg, and the only thing that reduces the annoyance is an opening rear window. Owners consider this design feature both convenient and practical.

HATE #4: THE MEDIA SYSTEM

Probably, the words “the audio system on Captiva has become the subject of burning hatred of the owners” would be a big exaggeration. Nevertheless, "music" still earned its portion of criticism. So, the owners are perplexed why even in the top trim levels of a car from the middle of the second decade of the 21st century there is no built-in navigation, and why they cannot play music from a flash drive or SD card:

RADIO A-LA 90s. THE HANDS WOULD BE BEATED TO THE WHOM WHO CHOSEN HER. 21st CENTURY, AND WE WILL NEVER GO DOWN FROM THE OLD!

Written in one of the reviews, and this opinion can be called typical.

Plus, the head unit does not work too well either. For someone, the display will burn out a month and a half after the car left the passenger compartment gate, someone complains that the radio catches just disgustingly, and turning off auto-tuning, if it improved the situation, is not radical, but it annoys someone, that you can switch (even with the buttons on the steering wheel, even on the radio itself) from the radio station to the radio station in only one direction: forward - please, but back - there is no such function. And this is despite the fact that the owners find the sound of the media system to be very decent, and quite positively evaluate the presence of a CD changer for 6 discs and the presence of Bluetooth.

LOVE #4: CAPACITY

And yet, after reading the mass of reviews, it is clearly felt that problems with Captiva electronics are annoying little things. This crossover is bought not because of its appearance, but as a family car that can be used every day, and in which you can take your family to the country or to nature with comfort and the maximum level of safety.

The main thing that captivates the owners is a voluminous interior, in which not only the driver and front passenger, but also the rest of the inhabitants feel quite comfortable. On the second row - space, legs do not rest against the backs of the front seats. The floor in the cabin is flat, there is no transmission tunnel, so you can move in the second row almost standing up. The rear sofa itself is very wide, and two adults and a child car seat or two children in chairs and the owner's wife can fit on it without any problems. Getting in and out of the car is convenient.

Chevrolet Captiva '2006–16

True, there is a drop of tar here too: many owners write that the Captiva is dirty, and that getting out of the car without soiling your trousers is a difficult task. But the first two rows of dignity do not end there! Unlike many other seven-seater crossovers, the Captiva's third row can accommodate two adults. At the same time, they will not feel like shrimps stuck in a ping-pong ball:

ON THE BACK ROW, OF COURSE, THEY WERE PLACED THOSE WHO WERE SMALLER, BUT THEY OVERCOME A THOUSAND KILOMETERS COMPLETELY COMFORTABLY.

THE CHILDREN IN THE THIRD ROW HAVE SO MUCH PLACES. FOR A SHORT DISTANCE, I TRANSPORTED THEM 10 PEOPLE SOMETHING.

But no less than the passenger capacity, the owners and the possibilities for transporting goods are impressive. The trunk is huge (it fits 4 suitcases and a bunch of packages), and the leveling rear suspension keeps the clearance constant regardless of the load. Plus, the ability to fold the second row and get a huge area with a flat floor more than two meters long, which allows you to organize a comfortable sleeping place during field trips. By the way, the back of the front passenger seat leans forward, turning into a table with a plastic coating (however, we'll talk about this plastic later). In a word, a complete delight:

REMOVED FROM THE COTTAGE IN ONE TIME, THE BOAT WITH ALL THE STAFF (MY PARENTS WILL UNDERSTAND THAT THIS IS REALLY COOL) AND THE STAFF OF THE FAULTY. EVERYTHING CAME IN "KAPITONYCH", YOU UNDERSTAND, EVERYTHING! AND THEN I REALIZED THAT I LOVE THIS MACHINE!

Chevrolet Captiva '2006–16

Actually, some of the owners directly admit that the size of the trunk and the presence of roof rails have become a decisive factor in making a purchase decision.

But most of all, the owners are pleased not even with the volume as such, but with the abundance of various containers.

Firstly, the glove box has the function of cooling the drinks placed there. Secondly, a lot of all sorts of niches, drawers and shelves, where all the minor little things like discount cards for gas stations and a pass to the garage cooperative are so conveniently placed. Thirdly, a completely bottomless box between the front seats (the absence of a handbrake lever made this capacity really large):

IN HIS HAND IN GENERAL TO THE ELBOW LEAVES, IT IS POSSIBLE TO LOSE SOMETHING!

BOXING BETWEEN THE FRONT SEATS CAUSES ONLY THE WORDS "WHAT IT IS BIG AND CAPACITY".

They even said that there were cases of smuggling in this compartment. Finally, a two-story trunk deserved full approval, under the raised floor of which there is an “entrance to the country of Narnia” with many convenient compartments, which allows you to put all sorts of little things there and finally put things in order in the luggage compartment.

HATE #3: BODY RIGIDITY

But the joy that “everything, absolutely everything will fit” spoils one circumstance. If, during loading and unloading operations, the car will not stand on a flat area, but will run, say, with one rear wheel on a hillock (and after all, there are different circumstances in life - you will have to climb into the trunk both in the country house and when leaving for a picnic, and in the city in winter, even in the parking lot in front of a quite civilized store, ice bumps of a serious size can form), then you will open the trunk, but you may not be able to close it.

I OPENED THE TRUNK BUT CAN'T CLOSE IT. More precisely, IT CLOSED, BUT THE LOCK DID NOT LATCH. I THOUGHT THE LOCK BROKEN OR FROZEN, LEFT ON A FLAT SURFACE - IT CLOSED WITHOUT PROBLEMS. VISIBLY, THE BODY OF THE CAR IS SUCH.

A considerable number of reviews are written about problems of this kind, so it seems that the Chevrolet Captiva does have certain problems with the torsional rigidity of the body. In theory, this drawback should have led to serious problems with handling, but no - most owners rate it quite positively, mentioning only in the worst case some fuzziness in response to steering actions. It seems that the developers of the car managed to compensate for the lack of rigidity with successful suspension settings.

LOVE #3: ROAD BEHAVIOR

Indeed, on the road, Chevrolet Captiva mostly pleases its owners. First, almost no one expresses their dissatisfaction with the dynamics of the car. Of course, no one expects special agility from the car - after all, it is a crossover, not a sports coupe, but it still does not make its owners strangers at the road life festival, and this applies to all variants of power plants. Yes, the 2.4-liter engine accelerates the car a little worse, the 2.2-liter diesel engine a little better, but in general, the dynamics are more than enough for driving around the city. From a place, acceleration is very peppy, the car literally jumps forward, so joining the stream or rebuilding is no problem.

Chevrolet Captiva '2011–13

On the highway, at speeds over 90 km / h, acceleration loses its intensity, but in general there are no problems with overtaking at reasonable speeds. The automatic transmission shifts gears quickly and almost imperceptibly. There is a slight delay during kickdown, then the motor spins up to 5 thousand, and powerful acceleration follows. But if you press the gas pedal halfway (or so), then the gears are not reset, and acceleration occurs due to torque. Naturally, there is no delay, the speed does not increase sharply, but the car obediently “follows the pedal”. What is nice, acceleration "at the moment" is also provided by the gasoline "four", and even the diesel engine does not care at all whether to accelerate from 0 to 100 or from 100 to 180.

Fully corresponds to acceleration and braking dynamics.

THERE WAS A CASE WHEN IT WAS 180, AND HERE THE OBSTACLES ON THE ROUTE GROWLED. WELL, I THINK I CAN'T STOP! I TAKE ON A MEETING AND BRAKE TO THE FLOOR. AND WHAT WAS MY SURPRISE WHEN SHE STOPPED IN A FEW SECONDS, WITHOUT REACHING THE OBSTACLES!

As for the suspension, firstly, the owners like its energy intensity:

SUSPENSION EXACTLY FOR OUR ROADS, IT IS UNREAL TO PUNCH IT, EATS ALL PIT AND IRREGULARITIES.

THE SUSPENSION IS ENERGY-INTENSIVE AND SUFFICIENTLY LONG-STROKE, ALLOWS TO PASS "Bumps" WITHOUT SLOWING SPEED. FOR THE ALL TIME OF OPERATION - NOT A SINGLE BREAKDOWN.

And secondly, its settings provide excellent trajectory stability at high speeds and predictability in turns, even in difficult conditions - for example, on a snowy track. One of the owners recalls:

ON THE BACK WAY I CAME IN A SNOWFALL. I HAD TO OVERTAKE ON REVERSE 400-800 M, AND THEY ARE IN THE SNOW. IN FRONT OF ME KIA CEED YUZIL, ALMOST FLEW OUT TO THE MEETING, AND THE CAPA WALKED LIKE IRON. SNOW IN 5 CM DEPTH I SIMPLY DID NOT NOTICE. ACCELERATED FROM 80 KM/H TO 120 WELL VERY FAST.

Naturally, in this case, this indicates not only the correct suspension settings, but also the efficient operation of the all-wheel drive system and ESP. Indeed, it is not easy to send a Chevrolet Captiva into a skid at any speed.

HATE #2: GASOLINE CONSUMPTION

As for the efficiency of the Chevrolet Captiva, here, as they say, "the opinions of scientists are divided." Owners of diesel versions are generally satisfied. At times, they grumble that in the city the consumption could be less, although 10-11 l / 100 km can be called quite an acceptable indicator (especially considering that in this case Captiva with heavy fuel engines is both more powerful and more dynamic than gasoline counterparts ).

Chevrolet Captiva '2006–16

But the owners of the most budgetary (and therefore the most massive) options with a gasoline 2.4-liter “four” with a capacity of 167 hp. rather unanimously express their indignation at the excessive voracity of their cars:

CONSUMPTION OF GASOLINE, AND 95th, MUCH MORE DECLARED BY THE MANUFACTURER. I CAN SAY WITH CONFIDENCE THAT IN THE CITY IT IS NOT LESS THAN 17.5 LITERS PER HUNDRED, AND SOMETIMES MUCH MORE. ON THE ROAD - ABOUT 11.5, IN MIXED MODE - 12.5-13 L / 100 KM. AT THE FIRST TIME I THOUGHT THAT SUCH A GREAT EXPENSE WILL BE ONLY DURING THE BREAK-IN PERIOD OF THE CAR, BUT NOTHING LIKE IT. EAT - MOM DO NOT CRY!

FUEL CONSUMPTION IS A SINGLE TALE. RIDING AROUND THE CITY, PRACTICALLY WITHOUT CLOCK: ON SUMMER TIRES - ABOUT 15 LITERS, ON WINTER - ABOUT 17 L / 100 KM. RIDING STYLE MODERATE. THEREFORE, THE ON-BOARD COMPUTER LOWERS THE CONSUMPTION ON AVERAGE BY 2 LITERS PER HUNDRED. TANK VOLUME - 65 L, AND IN CONNECTION WITH THIS, YOU BECOME A FREQUENT VISITOR OF THE REFUELING.

THE ENGINE IS VERY VRUSHIVE, IN TRAFFIC IS READY TO EAT AND UP TO 20 L PER HUNDRED. ON THE ROAD AND DEPENDING ON THE SPEED - 13, MIDDLE CITY - 15 L / 100 KM.

Although someone thinks that for a car weighing under two tons, this is quite normal ...

LOVE #2: TRAFFIC

Of course, the bar for evaluating the patency of any crossover will be seriously different from the criteria by which professional off-road conquerors are judged. It is quite enough for the owners of crossovers that their cars allow them to safely move off the asphalt, overcome the notorious “last kilometer” on the way to the country house, and park without problems in the yards covered with deep snow.

Chevrolet Captiva '2006–16

In fact, she is capable of more:

I could not resist when I went to the country house - I climbed into the plowed and eroded field. NEITHER DUSTER, NOR HONDA CR-V, NOR TIGUAN - NO ONE GOT THERE. TRUTH, I DID THE WHOLE CAR IN THE TRUCK, LAUNDERED THEN FOR THREE HOURS ....

ROWING IN DEEP SNOW DROPS LIKE A BULLDOZER. SOMEONE KNEW THE SLIDING CLAY, TRYING TO CLIMB THE STEEP SLIDE WITH A TURN. THE RUBBER SMOKED, THE CAR ROARED, THERE WAS FIVE ATTEMPTED, BUT WE DID IT!

WHEN MOSCOW WAS IN FEBRUARY, MANY WERE NOT ABLE TO DRIVE IN THEIR CARS TO WORK. I HAD AN OPPORTUNITY TO OBSERVE THE SCALE OF THE DISASTER IN THE PARKING LOT WHERE I PARK. ABSOLUTE THASH WAS AT REAR-DRIVE CARS, THEY COULD NOT EVEN GET OUT OF THE PARKING SPACE, BUT THE FRONT-DRIVE WAS ALSO UNSWEET. And I calmly got out of the snowdrifts, did not get stuck, and in the evening I RETURNED TO THE burrow just as beautifully.

But there are certain features that limit the patency of the Captiva. First, the "lower lip" of the front bumper. In discussions on the forums, the owners came to the general opinion that it is better to remove this part immediately, because otherwise there is a very high risk of damaging it on some icy hillock or parking near a high curb, and, which is a shame, two other parts that make up the bumper. The reviews describe more than one such case ... But dismantling this part is rather inconvenient:

I DON'T KNOW WHICH SMART ONE HAS INTENDED TO FASTEN IT LIKE THIS.. HALF OF THE “LIP” IS SCREWED ON THE OUTSIDE, SO IT DID NOT HAVE A SPECIAL WORK FOR ME TO UNLOCK THEM, BUT THE SECOND HALF IS SCREWED ON THE INSIDE, AND I WAS TORTURED TO UNLOCK THEM. WHY IT WAS THIS THING - I STILL DON'T UNDERSTAND ...

Chevrolet Captiva '2006–16

In so many reviews, the authors express regret that the control of the all-wheel drive system does not provide for the forced locking of the clutch responsible for connecting the rear axle. The collective mind proposes such a solution based on "undocumented features": put the automatic transmission selector in manual mode and select 1st gear. In this mode, the clutch is blocked, and the car includes both axles. Alas, this "little trick" only works when moving forward, so an attempt to crawl onto an icy curb in reverse may fail.

HATE #1: COMPONENT QUALITY AND RELIABILITY

Alas, Captiva is not among the boring cars, about which they mainly write that “only consumables have been changed for the entire period of operation.” The list of faults that owners have encountered is very, very extensive. We wrote a separate article about the typical problems of running Captiva, here we will briefly dwell on them.

The transfer case turned out to be a rather problematic node. A new one costs about 270,000 rubles, and it’s not easy to find a live unit at a showdown. Owners of cars with a manual transmission complain about the low survivability of the clutch ("a little slipping - it immediately burns").

Chevrolet Captiva '2006–16

Engines are a lot of problems. Diesel engines suffer from oil leakage from the oil pan and periodic failure of injectors, and a nozzle jammed in the open position causes the particulate filter to clog and intercooler hoses to break. Gasoline engines require replacement of the timing chain with rollers, tensioners and dampers approximately every 30,000 kilometers. Often the exhaust manifold causes problems.

Suspension - a whole range of problems and sores, some of which are associated with assembly defects (such as an untwisted anti-roll bar nut), and some are simply with the quality of components. Shock absorbers and silent blocks of levers, wheel bearings regularly fail (in this case, you have to change the hub assembly).

Often a starter gets replaced, and at one time GM conducted a recall campaign associated with a design defect and melting of the power wire leading to the starter and the solenoid relay. Alas, as it often happens with us, this information has not reached all owners.

Chevrolet Captiva '2006–16

As a result, many reviews sound serious dissatisfaction with the overall level of reliability:

I OWN THE CAR FOR THREE YEARS, CAREFUL OPERATION. PRACTICALLY NEVER GO ON DIRT ROADS, I DRIVE EMPTY, BUT IN THREE YEARS THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD IS CHANGED TWO TIMES BECAUSE OF A STRUCTURAL FAILURE, TWICE - THE TIMING CHAIN, ROLLERS AND RIDERS (IN ALL CASES EXTENSION OF CHAINS AND WEAR OF TENSIONERS). AKP REPLACEMENT, SIMPLY CRASHED INSIDE. REPLACEMENT OF ABS SENSORS ON BOTH LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT WHEELS. AT 80,000 THE FRONT SHOCK ABSORBERS WENT TO REPLACE (LEAKED). THERE WAS ELECTRONICS Glitches. AND ALL THIS - WHEN OPERATING A NEW CAR FOR THREE YEARS. IT'S TERRIBLE TO IMAGINE WHAT WILL HAPPEN WHEN EVERYTHING ELSE BEGINS TO ROLL.

There are quite a lot of complaints about problems that, it seems, do not affect the speed, but at the same time they can bring the owner to white heat. For example, in the reviews they complain about weak and completely impact-resistant windshields and side windows that “scratch even from dust”, that the plastic in the cabin is very easily scratched and loses its appearance, especially on the back surface of the front seat backs, on the rear window washers that fail (moreover, a typical case looks like this: the motor is buzzing, and the liquid is not supplied due to the fact that somewhere in the depths of the car a hose has come off), to the fact that the eyeglass case in the upper part simply takes out the brain with constant tapping (“I had to give him a roll of toilet paper, apparently, while he chews and is silent”) ... In a word, reliability does not belong to the strengths of the model.

LOVE #1: COMFORT AND PRICE

Well, the owners consider the general level of comfort to be the main advantage of the Chevrolet Captiva. We have already talked about the two components that create this comfort, namely the volume of the cabin and the smoothness of the ride. But ergonomics is no less important: everything is in place and at hand in the cabin, the ergonomics are excellent, the landing does not cause any complaints, the adjustment ranges of the chair and steering wheel are quite sufficient, the buttons and adjustments are conveniently located. The front panel - soft, artificial leather in the cabin - is beautiful and durable. In general, the stories that, they say, “traveled 1,000 kilometers almost non-stop and did not get tired” can be found in very many reviews. The only thing that some car owners complain about is that the gas and brake pedals are too spaced apart in height, so moving your foot from pedal to pedal is not very convenient.

Chevrolet Captiva '2006–16

The optional content also deserves full approval: heated rear seats, keyless entry, dual-zone climate control, a sunroof, power front seats, power windows, an auto-dimming interior mirror, a rain sensor and much more. Of course, someone may grumble that a car of this class would definitely benefit from a heated steering wheel and windshield, adaptive cruise control, a more modern audio system and slightly better sound insulation. But most likely, then the owners would not be able to write that "Captiva is the maximum comfort for the minimum money."

Indeed, at a time when GM had not yet left the Russian market, and the model was officially sold in showrooms, crossovers comparable in class and capacity, subject to matching trim levels, cost at least 300,000 rubles more. And 300,000 is a serious incentive to turn a blind eye to quite obvious shortcomings, especially since there are also enough bright advantages.

I already wrote about how, and today the story is about a car that aims for the family SUV segment. With seven seats, but without excessive cross-country ability and brutality.

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