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India Bound Renault Kaptur Unveiled in Russia

French automobile manufacturer Renault unveiled its new crossover - Kaptur for the Russian market at an event in Moscow on March 30, 2016. After its launch in the country this summer, it will head towards emerging markets like Brazil, India. It is based on based on the Duster platform.
It is expected that for the Indian market, the car will be available not before late 2017. It is likely to take on the likes of Mahindra XUV500, Volkswagen Tiguan, Hyundai Tucson and the Tata Hexa.
The company said that “K” from Kaptur is associated, in Russian, with the key characteristics of the vehicle: Kaptur is a high quality (Качество), comfortable (Комфорт) and good-looking (Красота) crossover.

The vehicle measures 4,333mm X 1,813mm X 1,613mm. It has a wheelbase of 2,674mm, and a ground clearance of 204mm.
The front end features Renault’s new styling cues, including a bold Renault logo set against a gloss black background. The wide upper section of the distinctive grille features a new honeycomb mesh pattern.

As at the front, a key feature at the rear is the C-shaped lighting signature of the 3D-effect LED taillights.
The Kaptur comes with a modern equipment package for everyday use, including intuitive technologies such as keyless entry, ignition and locking for all versions.

It is also available with the MEDIA NAV system which covers all the basic multimedia functions, complete with a seven-inch (18cm) touch screen display, a radio and Bluetooth connectivity for audio streaming and hands-free use of mobile phones.
The driver has a driving position of 708mm from the ground. The rear bench seat accommodates three adults.

It’s boot volume is 387 litres and carrying capacity increases to 1,200 litres with the 60/40-split bench in the fully-folded position.
“To design Renault Kaptur, we have mixed the best of Renault’s eye-catching design with a specific attention to Russian needs for off-road abilities, traveling comfort and versatility,” said Laurens van den Acker, Corporate Design, Vice President, Groupe Renault. “It is a genuine crossover, with a robust, expressive design.”
It will come equipped with four-wheel drive transmission. However, Renault did not mention anything else about the engine capacity of the vehicle.
Like in the Duster AWD, it will have 2WD, LOCK and AUTO modes to choose from.
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