Chevrolet Captiva (2007 - 2015) 2.0 CDTi LTX 5d Auto (7 seats) (2008/08) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Practical

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Seem to like it, but often they don't know what it is until they are told

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes

What are you likely to buy next?

I have one on order for March 2010

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchise

Did you buy this car new?

Yes

What price did you pay?

£21,000

When did you buy the car?

March 2008

Did you get a good deal and why?

No comment

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

I couldn't find another 2 litre diesel auto suv with 7 seats

What was the dealer like?

The Dealer gave me the wrong information about service intervals resulting in ti going for its first service way before it should have

What's it like to drive?

Much better than larger 4x4's, reasonably quick for its engine size a bit sluggish when cold. Fuel consumption is poor - I' ve never averaged much over 30MPG

What's it like to park?

Visibility at the back is poor but the parking aids do help

Have you had any problems with the car?

ABS intermittent fault

What's most practical about your car?

Plenty of space, it did very well in the Plenty of room and in the recent snow it coped very well. With self levelling rear suspension it is one of the most stable towing cars I've owned. I like the top hinged tailgate instead of the side hinged ones

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

radio/cd and steering wheel controls