Chevrolet Captiva I (facelift 2011) 3.0 V6 (258 Hp) AWD Automatic
Chevrolet Captiva:
The Chevrolet Captiva is a compact crossover SUV marketed by General Motors. The first generation was developed by GM Korea, based on the GM Theta platform and derived from the S3X concept car revealed in 2004. Released in 2006, it was sold internationally as the Chevrolet Captiva, in Australia and New Zealand as the Holden Captiva and in South Korea as the Daewoo Winstorm prior to the adoption of its international name in 2011, when the Daewoo brand was discontinued. The vehicle shares much its underpinnings with the similarly-styled Opel/Vauxhall Antara / second-generation Saturn Vue, with the Captiva offering optional third-row seating....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I (facelift 2011) Overview:
Chevrolet Captiva (I (facelift 2011)). With 288 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1867 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 8.6 s). The top speed reaches 198 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • High-performance engine delivering 258 hp.
- • Respectable acceleration of 8.6 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
- • All-wheel drive for superior traction in all conditions.
- • Independent multi-link suspension for premium ride comfort.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Standard trunk space (477 L) suitable for daily needs.
Cons:
- • Relatively high fuel consumption: 10.7 L/100 km combined.
- • Meets EURO 5 emission standard; check for local urban restriction zones.
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: 2007 - 2008).
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| Brand: | Chevrolet |
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| Model: | Captiva |
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| Generation: | I (facelift 2011) |
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| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 V6 (258 Hp) AWD Automatic |
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| Start of production: | 2011 |
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| End of production: | 2013 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | SUV |
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| Seats: | 5-7 |
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| Doors: | 5 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 258 Hp @ 6900 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 86.1 Hp/l [38mm more] |
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| Torque: | 288 Nm @ 5800 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | LF1 More details about the engine LF1 |
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| Engine displacement: | 2997 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
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| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 5.7 l |
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| Coolant: | 10.9 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 89 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 80.3 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 11.7:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 15.5 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.7 l/100 km |
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| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 8.6 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 8.6 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 198 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7 kg/Hp, 142.1 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.3 kg/Nm, 158.7 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.2 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1815-1920 |
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| Max. weight: | 2474 |
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| Max load: | 554-659 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1577 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 477 l |
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| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1700 kg |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 l |
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| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4673 mm mm [38mm more] |
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| Width: | 1849 mm mm [1mm less] |
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| Height: | 1756 mm mm [36mm more] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2707 mm mm [2mm more] |
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| Front track: | 1569 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1576 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.27 m [above average] |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
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| Number of gears | 6 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 235/50 R19 |
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| Wheel rims size | 7J x 19 |
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| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
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| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension, Torsion |
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