Chevrolet Captiva Turbodiesel

Posted in motor trader.com on May 29, 2012 at 12:00 am

Chevrolet Malaysia (Naza Quest Sdn Bhd) has added two new and more powerful turbodiesel variants of the Chevrolet Captiva SUV to its line-up.

The new variants, in LT and LTZ grades, are equipped with the latest 2-litre turbocharged diesel 4-cylinder engine with VCDI (Variable geometry turbo Commonrail Direct Injection) that produces 360 Nm from as low as 2750 rpm and 122 kW/163 ps at 3800rpm. Both come with 6-speed automatic transmission which features Driver Shift Control and an ECO mode, similar to the one found in the petrol-engined Captiva LT.

Both the petrol and turbodiesel LT Captivas are fitted with similar 18-inch alloy wheels while the Captiva LTZ has 19-inch wheels, which Chevrolet Malaysia says are the largest in its class. 

Other features such as the leather upholstered interior, electrically-operated parking brake; 3D sound staging system and multi-function 4-spoke steering wheel from the Captiva LT petrol are also present on the turbodiesel models. The LTZ also comes with an electrochromic mirror which reduces glare from headlights from cars behind. The cabin upholstery is also of perforated leather which offers better ventilation and doesn’t get hot. 

Safety features from the petrol LT are also present on the turbodiesel Captivas. These include Active and Passive safety systems like dual front airbags, curtain airbags, disc brakes on all four wheels (ventilated at the front) with ABS + EBD, traction control, stability control (ESP) with roll-over protection and self-levelling suspension system.

Premium features such as the ‘Hill Start Assist’ that prevents the vehicle from rolling backwards when the brakes are released on a slope and ‘Hill Descent Control’ which helps the Captiva maintain a constant speed when descending steep slopes to maximize traction and control are standard on all LT and LTZ variants.

“The Captiva is already a versatile and luxurious offering with performance and advanced technologies in one. With the addition of the more powerful and frugal turbodiesel powertrains, it definitely raises the bar once again for SUVs in its class,” said Datuk Wira SM Faisal Tan Sri SM Nasimuddin, NAZA Group of Companies Joint Group Executive Chairman.

Retail prices (without insurance) as provided by Chevrolet Malaysia: 

2.4L Petrol ECOTEC AWD LT - RM158,888

2.0L Turbo-Diesel VCDi AWD LT – RM165,888

2.0L Turbo-Diesel VCDi AWD LTZ- RM168,888

3 years warranty and 3 years free labour and parts included with every new unit