Renault CAPTUR Concept Is Poetry in Motion

After unveiling some photos of their sporty new crossover concept ahead of the Geneva Motor Show debut, the French car maker has also published the first Renault CAPTUR video. All we can say is, the French carmaker sure does know how to make an interesting concept, as this mini off-roader has some very striking SLS-style doors as well as other functional but stylish features. “CAPTUR is a fun and sporty crossover, ideal for a young couple about to discover the world” explains director of design, Laurens Van den Acker. “It takes as its basis the fundamental design language introduced on the DeZir concept car but adds a more technical dimension – more functional but still highly sensuous," describes Axel Breun, director of concept cars for Renault. The interior features fluorescent highlights that provide a constant stream of light. The aluminum pedals, carbon bucket-style front seats and steering wheel trimmed in grey textured leather reassert the sporty feel of the design. "My main sources of inspiration were the human body, outdoor sports and urban styling. I wanted CAPTUR to radiate warmth and dynamism," explains the color and trim designer, Kana Watanabe. Renault says this concept car is not all show and no go, as it comes with a dCi twin turbo engine that develops 160 hp (118 kW) and 380 Nm of torque, while also keeping emissions low at only 99 grams of CO2 per kilometer. It’s not sluggish either, as it accelerates from 0 to 100 Km/h (62 mph) in 8.0 seconds and hit a top speed of 210 Km/h (130 mph). autoevolution will be attending the 2011 Geneva Motor Show, so stay tuned for some real up close and personal shots of the vehicles, as well as for first-hand details of the motorized contraptions presented at the event.