In basic versions, both models are offered exclusively in front-wheel drive versions with 1.6-liter engines. In both cases, the gearbox will be exclusively mechanical.

Hyundai Creta	Renault Captur
Equipment 1.6 Start 2WD 6MT, from 749,900 rubles	Equipment 1.6 Life 2WD 5MT, from 859,000 rubles
ERA-GLONASS device Daytime running lights Steel wheels with tires 205/65 R16 Audio system On-board computer	Front airbags LED daytime running lights Alloy wheels with 215/65 R16 tires Audio system On-board computer Adjusting the steering wheel angle Four electric windows Air conditioner Engine start button Central lock with remote control Steel engine protection Trunk shelf

As you can see, the level of initial equipment for Captur is richer. Basically, he is self-sufficient. But Creta is more affordable.

Now let's move on to the second stage of configuration. Here the Kaptur provides more choice - in addition to the 1.6-liter version, a 2.0-liter version is also offered, while the Creta is available only with the base engine.

Hyundai Creta	Renault Captur
Equipment 1.6 Active 2WD 6MT, from 849,900 rubles Equipment 1.6 Active 2WD 6AT, from 899,900 rubles	Equipment 1.6 Drive 2WD 5MT, from 919,990 rubles Equipment 1.6 Drive 2WD CVT, from 979,990 rubles Equipment 2.0 Drive 4WD 6MT, from 1,049,990 rubles Equipment 2.0 Drive 4WD 4AT, from 1,099,990 rubles
Air conditioner Mirrors and bumpers in body color Electric drive and heated exterior mirrors Heated front seats Central locking with remote control Trunk shelf Hooks for securing luggage and additional niches	Climate control Leather steering wheel Heated front seats Key card with hands-free function Remote engine start system Electric folding mirrors Cruise control Alloy wheels with 215/60 R17 tires

And here Kaptur looks more advantageous than its opponent. Its intermediate equipment is much wider than that of the Creta. The French crossover is taking off!

Hyundai Creta	Renault Captur
Equipment 1.6 Comfort 2WD 6MT, from 949,900 rubles Equipment 1.6 Comfort 2WD 6AT, from 999,900 rubles Equipment 2.0 Comfort 2WD 6AT, from 1,059,900 rubles Equipment 2.0 Comfort 4WD 6AT, from 1,139,900 rubles	Equipment 1.6 Style 2WD CVT, from 1,029,990 rubles Equipment 2.0 Style 4WD 6MT, from 1,099,990 rubles Equipment 2.0 Style 4WD 4AT, from 1,149,990 rubles
Climate control Adjusting the steering wheel for reach Front side airbags Curtain airbags Rear parking sensors Control system VSM stabilization Roof rails Alloy wheels with 205/65 R16 tires	Climate control Navigation system Rear view camera Rear parking sensors Heated windshield Light sensor Rain sensor Two-tone body paint Side mirrors in roof color Rear window tinting Adaptive fog lights

The tables above clearly show that, at comparable prices, the level of equipment on the Captur is noticeably higher. But it offers options that are generally not available for the Creta: leather interior trim, a bike rack attached to the towbar, a package of colored decorative elements for the body and interior. The personalization options are amazing! In general, in terms of equipment, Renault clearly outplayed its opponent. If the level of equipment is of primary importance to you, feel free to go to the showroom of a French company.

But for a more thorough assessment of your opponents, it is still better to conduct comparative test drive. We are going to do this soon. Follow our publications!

The ability to choose is a plus for a person who dreams of a reliable, solid and economical car. But huge competition in the market has led to the emergence of similar characteristics, and sometimes even appearance, models. In this variety it is easy to get confused and extremely difficult to make a choice.

Renault Captur and Duster, Suzuki Vitara, Ford EcoSport, Kia Soul, Hyundai Creta - these and many other cars are competitors today. As a result, the buyer's potential increases, and with it the pain of choice intensifies. To simplify the task at least a little, let's compare two crossovers in order to find out which is better - Renault Captur or Hyundai Creta?

As an introduction

From the first days of sales of the Hyundai Creta in Russia, it became clear that its prototype was the IX25 model from the South Korean brand, intended for the Chinese market. Despite its “youth”, the car is already in great demand. The reason for its popularity is considered to be the correct ratio of equipment, technical capabilities and cost of the car.

According to its popularity, Hyundai Creta Russian assembly surpassed many competitors and today ranks 2nd among all Hyundai cars (at least in Russia). Its main competitor on the market is considered to be the Russian-assembled Renault Captur. Already at the start, the localization level reached 30%, and by the end of 2017, according to experts, it will rise to 50-70 percent.

Both Creta and Kaptur are assembled in Russia.

The Renault Kaptur model was presented in 2013 at the Geneva Motor Show. From the first days of sales, it literally blew up the market, becoming a leader, overtaking many competitors. The only “nut” that Kaptur found “too tough” was the Nissan Qashqai.

Despite its popularity in Europe, sales of Renault Kaptur in Russia started in 2016. For two years, the developers have been adjusting the technical part of the machine to the realities. Russian market. By the way, there was no option for Europe all-wheel drive and "atmospheric". The volume of current sales showed that the efforts of the French were not in vain - the SUV is good in all components.

Exterior

The Hyundai Creta is a car that is impossible not to notice on the highway. The first thing that catches your eye is the massive bumper, which occupies almost the entire front space. The headlights have built-in special strips for DRLs, and the fog lights are vertical type (on the left and on the left). right side bumpers) only complement the solid image.

The radiator grille has a standard brand badge - english letter"H" at an angle. The radiator grille itself looks very solid, thanks to its chrome coating and original shape. At first glance, some similarity with the Tuscon or Santa Fe models, which also boast a teardrop-shaped body part, is noticeable. Decorative plastic is provided at the bottom to protect the body from damage. And a lot of it performs a protective function.

The rear part of the crossover is conventionally divided into two components - a large 5th door with an original visor, as well as a massive bumper with built-in fog lights and trim made to look like aluminum.

Renault Kaptur is not at all behind its competitor. Moreover, according to many car owners, it looks more solid and bright. French developers paid maximum attention to the proportion of glazed and closed surfaces - on average 30 to 70 percent. Main features - huge in size windshield, a streamlined top and large side windows that make visibility ideal.

Despite the smoothness of its shape, the Renault Captur can be seen as an SUV at first glance - some angularity, huge ground clearance (205 mm) and large wheels immediately identify a car capable of overcoming any obstacles. Manufacturers have not forgotten about another component - optics. The Renault Captur comes with headlights, DRLs and LED fog lights. The taillights are equipped with a special LED design that provides an unusual 3D effect.

This means that the question of what to choose – Hyundai Creta or Renault Captur – will have to be left to buyers. After all, everyone has different tastes...

Interior

The interior of each model deserves special attention. The interior design of the Hyundai Creta cannot leave even a picky buyer indifferent. The dashboard looks impressive and self-possessed. Steering wheel It feels pleasant to the touch and fits well in the hand, and the presence of buttons on it allows you to remotely control key options.

The Hyundai Creta multimedia, with a 5-inch display, deserves special attention. Its advantages are a convenient sensor, large icons and the ability to voice control. It only takes a few seconds to turn on the desired option, which eliminates prolonged distraction from the road.

There are no complaints about dashboard, which is informative and easy to understand. Adjustable steering wheel allows you to quickly adjust the column even for a tall driver. Despite the fact that the crossover belongs to the “compact” category, it is very comfortable inside, and there is enough space for big family. If desired, you can fold the rear seats and significantly increase the trunk volume.

When it comes to organizing and decorating the interior, Renault Kaptur is not lagging behind. The car dashboard is formed from 4 blocks, providing ease of perception of information. The driver has at his disposal speed and crankshaft speed indicators, data from the on-board computer and fuel volume parameters. An important plus is the presence of a special gearbox indicator, which indicates the need to engage the next speed.

The cabin is spacious enough to accommodate four adults. The seats are comfortable and provide high-quality lateral support. If necessary, you can quickly make adjustments to achieve maximum comfort. You can choose the upholstery of Renault Captur yourself (four options are presented).

However, many note that inside the Hyundai Creta better than Renault Kaptur due to a more rigorous design and well-thought-out ergonomics.

Specifications

Renault Captur also deserves special attention..

Engines

The Hyundai Creta has four engines - two diesels and a pair gasoline engines. But the Russian-assembled Creta is only available in a petrol version. There are 1.6 and 2.0 liters to choose from, with 123 and 149 “horses”, respectively. The power units are the most common, without any additions or innovations. Their advantages are time-tested and reliable.

Hyundai Creta engine characteristics:

Working volume	1,591 cm³	1,999 cm³
Number of cylinders
Power	123 l. With. / 6,300 rpm	149.6 l. With. / 6,200 rpm
Torque	150.7 Nm/4,850 rpm.	192 Nm/4,200 rpm.
Acceleration to 100 km/h	12.1 sec.	10.7 sec.
	7.0-7.1 l

This is what is hidden under the hood of the Creta.

The Renault Kaptur also has two variants to choose from, both petrol. The first is a 1.6-liter engine with 114 hp. Its feature is the presence of a dual phase regulator, which provides good traction. Additional advantages of the motor include low price maintenance and low fuel consumption. The timing drive here is chain driven.

The second engine also runs on gasoline. Volume 2.0 liters, power - 143 “horses”. Its advantages include good throttle response and dynamics, providing active acceleration even from low revs. The maximum torque is reached at 4000 rpm (195 N*m).

Characteristics of Renault Captur engines:

Working volume	1,591 cm³	1,999 cm³
Number of cylinders	4
Power	123 l. With. / 6,300 rpm	149.6 l. With. / 6,200 rpm
Torque	150.7 Nm/4,850 rpm.	192 Nm/4,200 rpm.
Acceleration to 100 km/h	12.1 sec.
Fuel consumption in the combined cycle	7.0-7.1 l

And this is the Captur engine.

In general, the engines are equivalent (with their own characteristics, of course), so it’s difficult to say which is better - Creta or Captur.

Transmissions

The Hyundai Creta has several gearboxes. The crossover is equipped with two types of transmissions - manual and automatic. Both automatic and manual are 6-speed only. But the Creta has two automatic transmissions. As for the reliability and clarity of gear shifting with a manual transmission, there are no complaints here. The lever stroke is quite short, which is good news. also at its best - nimble and economical.

Hyundai Creta transmissions:

1. Manual transmission6;
2. Automatic transmission6 (2 models).

Automatic Hyundai Creta.

Renault Captur also has a choice. For cars with a 1.6-liter engine and front-wheel drive, a 5-speed gearbox is provided manual transmission. The second gearbox option is a 6-speed manual – for all-wheel drive cars with a 2-liter engine. Some configurations include the installation of a 4-speed automatic transmission, specially adapted for off-road driving. Thanks to the auxiliary circuit, additional cooling of the gearbox is provided. In addition, there is also a stepless CVT variator X-Tronic for the 1.6-liter engine.

Renault Captur transmissions:

1. Manual transmission5;
2. Manual transmission6;
3. Automatic transmission4;
4. CVT X-Tronic.

Renault Captur transmissions.

Be that as it may, the fact that the Frenchman has only a 4-band automatic transmission gives grounds to claim that the Hyundai Creta is better than the Renault Captur. Although the variator smooths out the situation somewhat.

Suspension

The Hyundai Creta is equipped with an independent suspension with MacPherson struts at the front, and there are two options at the rear (depending on the drive). Thus, for cars with front-wheel drive, a semi-independent suspension is provided, and for cars with a 4x4 drive, a multi-link (independent) suspension is provided. In the chassis of the Hyundai Creta with all-wheel drive, a clutch is installed that is responsible for connecting the rear wheels.
This is not to say that the Creta has no chance off-road.

The Renault Kaptur has a front suspension with MacPherson struts (independent, with stabilizers). Equipment rear axle differs depending on the configuration. The first option is semi-independent chassis(torsion beam), with telescopic shock absorbers. The second one is completely independent suspension(spring, multi-link). In both cases, a stabilizer bar is installed.

However, getting stuck in the sand on a Captura requires some effort.

The chassis of the Hyundai Creta and Renault Captur perform well in motion, although their characters are different. showed slight roll in corners and no wave buildup when driving at high speed. Despite some rigidity, the chassis copes with small potholes with ease. Large hillocks need to be driven carefully. Unlike the Korean, Renault Captur is more impressive on the road, and the steering is not so sharp. On the other hand, its B0 platform is very energy-intensive.

Steering

Hyundai Creta cars are equipped with two steering schemes - with hydraulic and electric power steering. The steering is obedient, although when entering sharp turns you can feel a wobble when there are bumps in the road. Otherwise, there are no complaints about the Creta’s steering.

The Renault Captur developers also worked on this component. Here, cars with a 2-liter engine have an electro-hydraulic drive, and cars with a 1.6-liter engine have an electric drive. Of course, you won’t be able to turn the steering wheel with just one finger, but that’s a plus, and you won’t have to strain yourself.

In general, the Korean chassis is sharper to drive, but the French crossover is distinguished by impressive energy consumption.

Options and prices

Hyundai Creta is sold in three trim levels - Start, Active and Comfort. Starting price - from 749,900 rubles. At the same time, the basic version has the necessary minimum - front airbags, ABS systems, ESC and EBD, armrest, on-board computer, multifunction steering wheel and something else. Not much, of course, but the price of Creta is significantly less than that of Captur.

In addition, 3 optional packages are offered:

Equipment/Package	Start (RUB)	Active (RUB)	Comfort (RUB)
		25 000
Advanced
			75,000 (2.0 l only, automatic transmission6, 4x4)

Renault Captur is also available in 3 trim levels - Life, Drive and Style. The cost itself budget option- 859 thousand rubles. In the database, the Kaptur is more than 100,000 rubles more expensive than the Creta, but this is offset by its much more generous equipment. At the top the situation is approximately equal.

Renault Captur configurations:

Equipment	Life	Drive
1.6 manual transmission5 4x2	859,000 rub.	RUB 919,990
1.6 CVT X-Tronic 4x2		RUB 979,990	RUB 1,029,990
2.0 manual transmission6 4x4		RUB 1,049,990	RUB 1,099,990
2.0 automatic transmission4 4x4		RUB 1,099,990	RUB 1,149,990

The choice is yours... However, many will prefer to save money by giving up some options - like, etc. Therefore, it is difficult to say whose approach is more correct and which is better - Creta or Captur.

And finally, a few videos comparing the Hyundai Creta and Renault Kaptur:

Two rivals - Renault Captur and Hyundai Creta - were presented to the Russian consumer in 2016, and for almost a year now they have been occupying the niche of “reliable crossovers”, not wanting to give up their positions, so they are constantly competing for a place in the garage of almost every resident of the Russian Federation. Business representatives have long been paying attention to the confrontation between Renault Captur and Hyundai Creta, without hiding the fact that the Hyundai Creta car was created as a “killer” of Duster, and accordingly, the “new product” from Renault – the Captur series – may also face reprisals. Now just think about whether the Hyundai Creta is endowed with those technical advantages, design to destroy the love of Russians for Renault Duster and Captur? Or maybe he is weaker? And only aggressive advertising and the created image give it recognition and strength? Have you thought about it? Then let's figure it out!

Five positive qualities of Renault Captur

The modern crossover Renault Captur is an example of sophisticated forms and smooth lines. And these are more signs of severity and restraint than aggression. The car resembles a giant, capable of impressing with its dimensions and steely character. Starting in the summer of 2016, Renault Captur became available to Russian consumers in three interpretations - Life, Drive, Style. They are different pricing policy, the filling of the on-board computer, the exterior design, therefore they differ in the audience that chooses one or another model. And who recently purchased a Renault Kaptur, notes its five main positive qualities:

1. Reliable directional stability. The urban crossover Renault Kaptur feels confident on Russian roads, because it has good ground clearance and reinforced long-travel suspension. Kaptur is capable of rapid acceleration. Both in urban areas and on rough terrain, the car can show its best side. It turns confidently, without excessive roll.
2. Renault Captur has excellent noise insulation! Novice drivers note the fact that it is very comfortable to be behind the wheel, as it is not distracted by street noise and does not cause nervousness from the road situation. Perhaps this is why many men buy Renault Captur for their wives, hoping that it is simple and comfortable to drive.
3. Convenient on-board computer. The developers added modern technology to the main content. multimedia system with a large 7-inch screen. The car owner also has a well-designed navigator at his disposal. If necessary, the system is connected to Bluetooth. How additional option, many praise the remote start.
4. Comfortable driver's seat. The cabin is equipped with a comfortable seat with a cushion and an armrest for the driver. There is a heating system for both seats and glass. The view of the road is sufficient, and the altitude of the landing site opens up a sufficient range of conditions along the route. Equipped with Renault Captur camera rear view, side mirrors that can be adjusted without complicated manipulations.
5. Low fuel consumption. Drivers note that you can even save on gasoline, because the car consumes acceptable amounts of fuel, the consumption is justified by the kilometers traveled and the complexity of the road section. Even in traffic jams, the car consumes the permissible amount of gasoline.

Thus, Renault Captur has a wide circle of fans who recognize the advantages of a model from Renault, created specifically for the Russian consumer. And they can even forgive errors in the arrangement of the interior, the use of inexpensive plastic for upholstery. Since all the errors are covered by the advantages in the chassis of the Renault Captur car.

Five positive qualities of the Hyundai Greta

Initially, he will note that the Hyundai Greta is a reliable and fairly compact urban crossover, created on the platform of the i20 hatchback, which confidently declared itself in the Russian market. automotive market, loudly presenting its main advantages:

• Technically well equipped
• It has small dimensions, which means it is easy to maneuver
• High ground clearance

But the car owners themselves define the main five advantages of the model:

1. High degree of security. It is achieved by using a basic durable frame made of proven steel. The cabin is equipped with airbags. Their set consists of six units. Based on their location, they are classified as frontal and lateral. And that's not all! The developers also included curtain airbags mounted on the side glazing in the interior equipment. Their intended purpose is to protect both passengers and the driver from deadly head impacts. The high degree of safety of the Hyundai Greta has been proven in a number of crash tests conducted by experts. There is also a reward! For example, the expert organization C-NCAP (China) gave the Hyundai Greta model a “5” rating for its correct behavior in the crash test.
2. Attractive vehicle exterior. It doesn’t matter whether it’s a Renault Captur or a Hyundai Greta, the developer is trying to create a recognizable model, like a bright business card of a well-promoted brand. If you look at the body of the Hyundai Greta, you can note its bold and slightly swift lines in the outline of the body, so it takes on a teardrop-shaped and slightly elongated shape. The design also includes bright accents. Firstly, these are the graphic lines in the roof area. Secondly, the glazing is original and quite bold.
3. Compact size. If you roughly compare the sizes of the Renault Captur and the Hyundai Creta, it turns out that the second example of the automobile industry is smaller in size, but is simply inferior to its rival by a few centimeters.
4. Neat and multifunctional interior. This means that the onboard Supervision panel satisfies the basic needs of the driver, as it provides all necessary information about the condition of the car, allows you to confidently follow the route.
5. There are five configurations of Hyundai Creta cars available for sale, they are designated: Start, Active, Comfort and Travel. So there is plenty for demanding Russians to choose from!

Thus, the dilemma of what is better to buy - Renault Captur or Hyundai Creta - is better to decide on your own, having previously set priorities and outlined unshakable selection criteria. And you will succeed!

Domestic Hyundai crossovers Creta is produced near St. Petersburg, and Renault Kaptur SUVs are produced at the Moscow Renault plant. Both models are equipped with motors of the same size.

Modifications come with automatic transmission and all-wheel drive. Let's figure out which brand is better. Both cars have their own technical specifications are in no way inferior to each other. The Kaptur's equipment is richer, its ground clearance is higher, and besides, Renault has an off-road modification. Creta's cost is less and slightly better dynamics for overclocking.

Here the concerns' approaches are completely rejected. Yes, despite the fact that it will not be possible to reveal the winner among them - the cars are very different in appearance, and therefore it all depends on your preferences.

Designers from France have followed an unusual path, and the first thing that catches your eye in the Renault Captur is the almost complete absence of sharp edges, features and kinks. Everything is done perfectly, the body aerodynamics are excellent, and the appearance is simply stunning. This style of Renault Captur is in great harmony with the long lights, the “predatory grin” of the radiator grille, the massive air intake on the bumper, the rounded shape of the hood and beveled fog lights.

Looking from the side and at the rear profile - everything is done no less brightly - voluminous wheel arches, sloping brake lights, a beautiful wing above the rear glass and a neat rear bumper.

But you can remember the car not with these data, but with its “highlights”. The body has 2 colors - the roof is painted white or black. High-quality wheel rims, ceiling skirting boards and body linings, dazzling with chrome - this is all that enchants. And the fact that the car has high ground clearance and plastic frames on the arches, sills and bumpers only adds power to the car.

The appearance of the Hyundai Creta is in a completely different format. Designers from Korea did not want any frills, but preferred classic forms in order to recreate the likeness of the Hyundai Tussan in a minimal format. And this moment was a success for them. The appearance of the SUV from Korea is awkward, but respectable. An unprecedented configuration of lights and a massive chopped front, and a high hood. Radiator grille with 3 wide chrome stripes. And below are vertically located fog lights. From the side you can see two stampings that run along the doors and wings, beveled glazing and a slightly covered roof. The rear view is also impeccable - long headlights and a bumper with elongated reflectors. Like its rival, the Hyundai Creta has an all-round plastic body kit.

Interior of Renault Captur and Hyundai Creta

As with appearance, the interior of the car is very different. The interior of the Renault Kaptur is decorated in the same style as the exterior. Also, everything without corners or kinks, smooth lines in the dashboard and a distinct console in the center, which is complemented by rounded air deflectors, are striking. But the instrument panel that looks best is one that combines digital and analogue formats. The seats are decent, as in similar cars, although few have two-tone upholstery. The overview is also good, and rear seats very spacious. There is not enough space for three, but two can fit comfortably. The armrest is only available on driver's seat, the all-wheel drive washer is blocked by the gearbox sector. But, this is all a trifle.

The interior of the Hyundai Creta is not inferior in quality of materials to its rival, but is finished in a different style. Everything about it is literally luxurious. Smooth outlines, straight transitions. A large dashboard that hangs over the riders. The same instrument panel dials with light backlighting on a dark background have excellent information content. The seats are comfortable, and the back row is not bad either. There are no shortcomings and the review is also excellent. But the smaller dimensions and smaller wheelbase affected the free space. In general, the inside of the Hyundai Creta is more crowded, but not much. But there is a full-fledged armrest in the center.

Video

Start of sales in Russia

In August of this year, sales of the Hyundai Creta began, and its rival will be updated crossover Renault Captur, whose sales began a little earlier, in the summer.

Options

Renault Captur– 1.6 AT engine, power is 114 hp. power, top speed – 185 km/h, acceleration to hundreds – 12.8 seconds, fuel consumption – 8.5/6.0/7.0, AI-95 gasoline.

Motor 2 lit. CVY – power is 143 horsepower, top speed is 180 km/h, acceleration to hundreds is 11.3 seconds, fuel consumption is 11.6/7.2/8.8, AI-95 gasoline.

Hyundai Creta– 1.6 AT engine, power is 123 hp. strength, top speed – 170 km/h, acceleration to hundreds – 12.0 seconds, fuel consumption – 9.1/5.8/7.0, AI-95 gasoline.

Motor 2 lit. AT – power is 149 hp. power, top speed – 180 km/h, acceleration to hundreds – 11.4 seconds, fuel consumption – 10.5/6.6/8.0, AI-95 gasoline.

Dimensions

Renault Captur:

• Length – 4 m 33 cm
• Width – 1 m 81 cm
• Height – 1 m 61 cm
• Wheelbase – 2 m 67 cm
• Ground clearance – 20.4 cm

Hyundai Creta:

• Length – 4 m 27 cm
• Width – 1 m 78 cm
• Height – 1 m 63 cm
• Wheelbase – 2 m 59 cm
• Ground clearance – 19 cm

Price of all configurations

The cost of Hyundai Creta starts from 909,000 rubles. Renault cost Kaptur starts from RUB 979,000.

Engine Hyundai Creta and Renault Captur

In the range of engines, both the Hyundai Creta and Renault Captur have 2 gasoline engines. As for Renault Captur, the volume is 1.6 litres. and 2.0 lit. The first one is 114 hp. forces, the second - 143 hp. strength The speed is 185 and 180 km/h, respectively. The Hyundai Creta also has a 1.6 liter. and 2.0 lit. The first one is 123 hp. forces, the second - 149 hp. strength Speed ​​– 170 and 180 km/h.

Trunk of Hyundai Creta and Renault Captur

The luggage compartment of the Hyundai Creta is 402 liters. The luggage compartment of the Renault Kaptur is 387 liters.

Conclusion

It’s hard to say what we end up with. For driving in urban conditions, you can choose the Hyundai Creta - its functionality is quite good. Renault Captur can be used for driving on rural roads. The advantages of the Hyundai Creta include a spacious luggage compartment, good body data and acceleration dynamics.

Well, who is your favorite? A more mischievous Renault Kaptur with its blurred “bioforms”, smoothed corners and prominent arches, or a more “businesslike” Hyundai Creta with deliberately pointed lines, “chrome” radiator grille and the sly squinting of the headlights? What if we say that the price difference of more than 100,000 is not in Creta’s favor?

Well, finally, they met - Hyundai Creta and Renault Kaptur. Both are so long awaited. Both are “budget” in our times, and both are crossovers. Both are all-wheel drive. Both are at the top. Even by the time of the test, Captur had traveled as much as 20,000 km, but only now we managed to bring them together in a head-to-head duel.

To be honest, we began to doubt a little whether we were right in the fact that for long-term testing we chose the all-wheel drive - and the most expensive - versions of the “people's” crossovers Creta and Capture. Look, the “beautiful” prices of 749,900 for Creta and 799,000 rubles for Kaptur are given for “naked” front-wheel drive modifications. And the representative offices - both Renault and Hyundai - in their latest tests focused specifically on front wheel drive. This is not surprising: only by choosing the front-wheel drive version can the Creta/Kaptur buyer stay within a million rubles. If you want all-wheel drive, please pay at least 1,149,900 rubles for Hyundai, and 1,099,990 rubles for Renault. As you probably already know from our blogs, the real cost of the test cars was (including “packages” for the Creta and “extras” for both cars) 1,329,900 (Hyundai) and 1,194,990 (Renault - detailed prices and options for Kaptur see).

Why did they overpay more than 100,000 rubles to the “Koreans”? For a 6-speed automatic transmission, rear disc brakes, a leather interior with a heated leather steering wheel and even airbags rear seats, for LED headlights, for ERA-GLONASS, for a little more space in the second row and in the trunk, and for a full-size spare wheel. Agree, not such a short list. However, even in the most sophisticated version with all the “packages” Hyundai cannot have remote start and navigation system, and Renault has these options. And for the “city dweller”, and this is exactly how their creators see these crossovers - it’s not for nothing that they chose such cute “faces” for them - this is an important plus. The Kaptur's navigation, although simple, is capable, which has been proven more than once on trips to different cities and villages.

Renault Kaptur looks clearly more fun and cocky than the utilitarian Duster. A choice for a younger audience? Maybe. But most of her will now run after Creta: she knows how to make eyes even better

Interiors - which is closer to whom? Both are made of hard plastic, but the Hyundai looks a little more expensive. Perhaps it’s the layout of the dashboard, or maybe it’s the presence of that “leather” on the seats. At the same time, the lack of “leather” on the automatic transmission lever and handbrake of the Creta is surprising, but I liked the Renault front seats more: the backrest and cushion are longer, you get less tired on a long journey, and the “rag” can be washed without any problems. Blue backlight Creta is not an acquired taste, especially at night. As, indeed, is the strange device with a Kaptur digital speedometer.

The architecture of the front panel of the Hyundai Creta is original, although in some places it is reminiscent of Solaris. The ergonomics are excellent, but the materials, as befits a “state employee,” are of very mediocre quality

The Creta's dashboard is laconic, simple and, fortunately, not illuminated in a “poisonous” blue color. In the middle is a monochrome but very informative display. Digitization and arrows are almost perfect. USB, AUX inputs and two 12-volt sockets are located in a special rubberized recess behind the automatic transmission lever. It’s not very convenient to climb into the “parking lot”. The display is a scanty 5-inch. Navigating through the folders of the flash drive is a bit strange. There are no problems with controls or hotkeys, everything is clear the first time

The front seats of the Hyundai Creta are trimmed with “leather”, but their holding properties are worse than those of the “renown” ones, not only because of this, but also because of a less successful profile and a short cushion. On the center console, in addition to the automatic transmission lever, there are buttons for heating the front seats, steering wheel, activating the lowering/ascent system and locking the center clutch in the all-wheel drive system. The back row of the Hyundai Creta is more spacious than the Renault Kaptur. There are comfortable recesses on the backs of the front seats, and the window sill line is high

Even though wheelbase The Captyura is 83 mm longer than the Kretovskaya one, the back is more spacious in the Korean one, the pillows and backs of its “sofa” are more prominent. The backs of the front seats are curved to accommodate the knees of the rear passengers, but there is a pocket only on the right one (even in the “top”!). The second-row seat cushion is longer in the Capture, but the central tunnel is also higher. Creta also leads in trunk volume. And the point is not even the extra 25 liters of volume (or even just 4 liters in the maximum configuration), but the fact that Hyundai has a full-size spare tire under the floor, unlike Renault’s spare tire.

The interior of the Renault looks a little more avant-garde; the strict symmetry of the Creta cannot be found here. Materials are the same low quality. Complaints about ergonomics arise only because of “French specifics” - an unusual “climate” unit, a multimedia steering column control or a slot for a key card

The avant-garde “tidy” of the Renault Kaptur is not as easy to read as the “classic” Hyundai Creta. The only possible digital speedometer is especially annoying. The display of the Renault Kaptur is 3 inches larger than that of the Creta (8 inches instead of 5), and its graphics are better, although they are also far from ideal. But here there is full-fledged navigation, which “creto-guides” can only dream of. Hidden in the recess behind the automatic lever is a shallow and uncomfortable cup holder, a 12-volt outlet connector and a “wheel” for changing driving modes (2WD, 4WD and 4WD Lock)

I liked the Kaptur's front seats with good lateral support and a high backrest more than those in the Hyundai. The upholstery - even though it is not leather - can be washed without problems. The center of Captur is almost “clean”: the automatic lever, the key card and the engine start button. In the back row of the Renault Kaptur, despite the longer wheelbase, there was less space. I liked the sliding headrests in both cars. back row

In terms of visibility in the metropolis, there is probably parity. Although, due to the lack (again, even in the maximum version) of tinting on the rear hemisphere, it is slightly preferable to drive a Creta. In addition, Hyundai has a slightly higher body and a slightly larger glass area in general. Sound insulation of the “top” versions is at a very good level. Of course, after 100 km/h noises begin to penetrate into the cabin more actively, but their nature is different: Renault constantly takes the lead in high speed engine, and Hyundai is constantly singing Chinese tires Nexen.

The engines of both cars have very similar characteristics: 2 liters each, about 150 hp. and 190 Nm of maximum torque. The “extra” 7 “horses” and 2 Nm of the Korean engine do not provide an advantage: on the Crete it is provided by a six-speed gearbox, which provides the unit with a narrow torque shelf with the correct speed. The Kaptur has only 4 gears, and there is also no torque plateau, so the engine often strains at high speeds or does not pull at lower speeds

The 4-speed automatic transmission is, of course, the main bane of the Renault Kaptur. Even in the city there is no rest for him; an adequate level of acceleration is constantly accompanied by transitions from gear to gear, which is not surprising: there are too few of them, and the operating range of a conventional two-liter naturally aspirated engine is not wide. In this sense, the Hyundai Creta is quiet and peaceful. 6-speed automatic transmission, maybe there are not enough stars in the sky, but in normal modes it provides the same level of acceleration as Renault, much smoother and without “hysterics” from the slightly more powerful one (150 horsepower instead of 143) power unit: six gears allow you to distribute engine torque much more correctly.

The tandem of a 2.0-liter 150-horsepower naturally aspirated engine and a 6-speed automatic transmission adequately earns the money paid for it. Quiet engine, smooth shifts, overall high level of acoustic comfort - it's worth paying extra for it

What else is completely unnecessary in the city is hard suspension. And here Kaptur is again not a winner. Its “Duster” settings, designed for primer and knee-deep holes, turn into unnecessary discomfort on the streets of Moscow. On the other hand, not all cities have asphalt resurfaced consistently from year to year, and here the Creta’s more comfortable, but also flimsier suspension may not be in favor. Although, keeping in mind another disadvantage of the Captur - the clearly overweight steering wheel, we still choose the Creta, with its fairly clear, but light steering and very loyal suspension, based on the comfort/handling/"indestructibility" ratio within the city. But again, we leave a small loophole for Renault: the ground clearance of the crossover from Korea (or rather, from near St. Petersburg, where Creta is assembled for Russia) is 15 mm less than that of the French-Moscow offspring (190 mm versus 205 mm). So, before storming the next curb, you should be wary of scratching the lower edge of the bumper while driving the Creta.

Despite the fact that the Kaptur is slightly less powerful, at acceleration “according to the passport” it brings its competitor one “ten” - 11.2 seconds versus 11.3. In fact, the difference is not visible at all: we measured about 11.5 seconds for both. But how much different characters these have identical acceleration times! The Captur is almost 70 kg lighter, but the 4-speed automatic transmission steals all this advantage, spreading acceleration over the first two stages and accompanying this action with wild screams of the engine. The Creta, whose engine is neither audible nor visible at idle, is very intelligent when accelerating to the floor. Without roar or noise, with a rather sedate shifting of gears, the car accelerates from a standstill in exactly the same time as the loud Kaptur (see reviews of Renault Kaptur owners).

To overtake, the Renault automatic needs to be constantly pushed into third or even second gear. There is a lot of roar, but the dynamics are still lacking. What can you do if there are four steps in total?

On the highway, Hyundai's 6-speed automatic transmission gives slight glitches. When driving uphill, especially under load, it can be difficult to choose between fifth and sixth gears. So he rushes back and forth. Under normal conditions of “autobahn” driving and overtaking, there are no special complaints about the transmission. Yes, a little thoughtful; Yes, smoothness is preferred over switching speeds, but all this is a benefit for the average user. In any case, this is better than the dance of St. Vitus, which the Renault automatic performs during prolonged overtaking or in the already described case of driving uphill under load. Here, each downshift is marked by the scream of the engine, which can only be silenced by moving to the highest fourth stage, where there is not enough traction. In general, it’s unlikely that we discovered America for you by telling you that any 6-speed automatic transmission is better than a 4-speed one. But this plus of Creta is very difficult to overestimate.

It is also impossible not to note the fact that the handling of the Korean crossover seemed to us more pleasant and, let’s say, accessible to most ordinary drivers. Creta makes everything easier and simpler than Capture, without any effort at all. The French crossover constantly requires either pushing the gas harder or turning the heavy steering wheel. Creta is light and responsive, like a feather, Kaptur is elastic and cold, like brass knuckles. It cannot be said that the Hyundai is more accurate or more adventurous in corners. Both have noticeable roll, both react to the steering wheel with little hesitation, and both like to fall out when going too fast. There is no more interest when driving than when playing Chapaev. But when driving a Hyundai, a turn is perceived only as a necessary change in course, and when driving a Renault, it is perceived as a certain kind of challenge. We are also confident that with more making the right choice tires (we have already mentioned the Chinese Nexen) Creta would have left an even more pleasant impression of itself, because with these wheels the crossover clearly loses directional stability on high speeds, and the drift in the bend occurs very early. Who advised to put such miracle tires on the conveyor?

Off-road

Although these two cars are positioned as city cars, we still couldn’t help but arrange at least some off-road tests for them. They didn’t try too hard, but the primers, sandy gully and clay rise located near the shooting site were quite enough to figure out “xy from xy” if you suddenly had to leave the hothouse asphalt conditions.

On gravel roads, the Kaptur is clearly preferable. This is what needed to be proven: the “Duster” suspension has long proven itself in such conditions. When comfort fades into the background, giving way to omnivorousness, Renault is almost beyond competition. In some pits it bounces so hard that the Creta’s bumper would have fallen off long ago or the shock absorbers would have locked up. Here the heavy steering wheel no longer annoys Captur - it suits him well. However, we wouldn’t completely write off the Creta’s suspension in such conditions either: it doesn’t absorb all the bumps up to medium-sized ones. worse than Renault, but with much less shaking.

To overcome the sandy gulch, we used the Lock mode on both crossovers, blocking the “center” in half between the axles, and also turned off the stabilization systems (for Hyundai, this is done with a long press; with a single press, only the “anti-skid” is turned off). Now is the time to remind you that the arsenal of cars is very similar - a clutch in the inter-axle drive with the possibility of blocking; only the ground clearance of the Captur is 15 mm higher.

Diagonal hanging, loose sand - not the best simple conditions. And Kaptur feels better in them. Even after being trapped with a hanging wheel, he was able to get out. Nothing is required from the driver - just press on the gas, the cool electronics settings will choose the right speed themselves, and the Renault will slowly creep forward. Creta failed to overcome this obstacle, not only from a standstill, but even from a small move. In addition, the “Korean” begins to “scoop” with the front bumper too early. It's a pity. Hyundai, of course, took the sand trap, but already with acceleration. It’s trivial to press on the gas while sitting in a hole, like in a Renault, but it doesn’t work here: the electronics choke the engine.

The suspension travel of the Renault Kaptur is still slightly greater than that of the Hyundai Creta; the diagonal suspension of the “French” occurs later. On hard surfaces, both cars retain the ability to move with their wheels hanging, even without the clutch locked and the stabilization system turned off.

We confirmed the same fact when trying to drive up a slippery slope. Renault freezes for a moment at the “highest dead point”, it seems that it is about to roll back. But something is happening in the “brains” of the all-wheel drive, and the crossover is diligently climbing the mountain at minimum speed. Creta goes up only again from acceleration. When trying to reduce speed, the Hyundai “hangs” on the crest, and both the traction properties of the tires and the limitation of engine power prevent it from continuing to move.

Conclusion

Predictable ending, you say? But, you see, it was not predetermined by us. Everything, perhaps, became clear back then, a long time ago, when it became known that the Russian Kaptur would be based on the Duster chassis, and the Creta, in essence, would grow out of the European Hyundai hatchback i20. Even a person not particularly involved in the automotive field understands that “oranges do not grow on rowan trees,” and that it is unlikely that it will be possible to grow a Duster into a comfortable quiet one, and even with a 4-speed automatic transmission. Even if dressed in a city dandy suit and with a refined interior, he will be good at doing only those things for which this suit is not suitable: bludgeoning on dirt roads and climbing slopes.

Creta, having inherited ease of control and a modern chassis from the i20, took into account not only the advantages of Solaris, which is closer to Russians - spaciousness, successful design, 6-speed automatic transmission - but also acquired a whole lot of advantages in the form of more powerful motor, very serious ground clearance, all-wheel drive and crossover body.

Personally, I had two questions based on the results of this test. First: is it possible that Renault overestimated the capabilities of the Kaptur? The Duster is also suitable for fishing, dachas, and rivers. And for the city, a more comfortable and “multi-stage” Korean crossover is definitely preferable. And this begs the second question: did it turn out that Hyundai did best car in your history? Naturally, in relation to a specific market, modern prices and the situation.

From the rear, the Captur looks a little more expensive, not least because of the presence of tinted windows and lights. But we admit that the chopped forms of Creta, even despite this drawback, will be able to win over more fans than the “biodesign” of Kaptur...

Technical characteristics of the tested vehicles (manufacturers' data)

	Hyundai Creta	Renault Captur
Body
Type	Station wagon (SUV)	Station wagon (SUV)
Number of seats/doors	5/5	5/5
Engine
Type	Petrol	Petrol
Engine location	Front transverse	Front transverse
Number and arrangement of cylinders	4, in a row	4, in a row
Working volume, cubic meters cm	1999	1998
Power, hp at rpm	150/6200	143/5750
Torque, Nm at rpm	192/4200	190/4000
Transmission
Drive	Constant full	Pluggable full
Transmission	6–automatic transmission	4-automatic
Brakes
Front	Ventilated disc	Ventilated disc
Rear	Disk	Drums
Suspension
Front		Independent, spring, McPherson
Rear		Independent, spring, multi-link
Dimensions, volume, weight
Length/width/height, mm	4270x1780x1630	4333x1813x1613
Wheelbase, mm	2590	2673
Ground clearance, mm	190	205
Curb weight, kg	1472	1405
Volume fuel tank, l	55	53
Trunk volume, l	402/1396	387*/1200
Tires	215/60 R17	215/60 R17
Dynamic characteristics
Maximum speed, km/h	179	180
Acceleration to 100 km/h, sec.	11,3	11,2
Fuel consumption, l/100 km
Mixed cycle	8,0	8,9
CO2 emissions, g/km, eq. Class	188, Euro-6	206, Euro-5
Cost of the car, rub.
Basic equipment	1 149 900	1 099 990
Test car	1 329 900	1 194 990
*-for front-wheel drive versions

Luggage racks

The finishing of the trunks in both crossovers is the same - hard pile on the floor and backrests of the second row (folded in a 2:3 ratio) and plastic on the sides. Both have an “underground”, but the Creta (top photo) can accommodate a full-size spare tire, while the Kaptur (bottom photo) has only a spare tire. Useful volume luggage compartment Hyundai is 25 liters larger (402 versus 387 liters), and with the rear row backrests lowered (they form a slight rise) - only 4 liters (1200 versus 1396 liters)

Safety

Hyundai Creta has so far only managed to “beat” its colleagues from the Latin branch of NCAP - 4 stars. Cars for these markets are supplied from India.

Naturally, no one “broke” the Renault Kaptur in Russian specification. Therefore, here we present data on the “five-star” European Captur, which, however, has little in common with ours.

Equipped with security systems
	Hyundai Creta	Renault Captur
Front airbags	+	+
Side airbags	+	+
Curtain airbags	+	–
Driver/passenger knee airbag	–/–	–/–
Inflatable seat belts for rear passengers	–	–
ESP stabilization system	+	+
Traction control system TCS	+	+
Anti-lock braking system ABS	+	+
Brake Assist	+	+
Rear view camera	+	+
Parktronic	+	+
Parking assistance system	–	–
LED headlights	–	–
Xenon headlights	–	–
Adaptive headlights	–	–
Lane Change Assistance System	–	–
Marking tracking system	–	–
Forward Collision Avoidance System	–	–
Traffic Sign Recognition System	–	–
Driver fatigue monitoring system	–	–
Tire pressure monitoring system	–	–
Enable alarm during emergency braking	+	+