Cars & Concepts

Renault hopes Captur E-Tech will 'democratize' plug-in hybrids

Renault Captur plug-in hybrid
Renault says Captur plug-in hybrids will have higher residual values than diesel versions of the small SUV as pollution regulations tighten.
July 16, 2020 04:02 AM

Renault says the E-Tech version of the Captur small SUV will “democratize” a drivetrain technology now found mostly on more expensive cars from premium automakers.

Renault is aiming the Captur plug-in hybrid at buyers who will use it as a primary car for daily and long-distance travel, and appreciate its lower energy costs. Even so, it is the most expensive Captur, with a base price of 33,700 euros in France, and a top-of-the range Initiale Paris version starting at 37,200 euros.

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