Good Buy

Exterior

The car is a good competition to the CRV,RAV4 , X trail and the SANTAFE. Ranks high among the small SUV segment and a wise buy for anyone desiring to own an SUV in india.

 

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort)

Good interiors in terms of build quality and electornic advancement.

 

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox

The 3.2 V6 is the best buy here in the Middle East. Good sporty pickup, the automatic and cruise control place it well with competition. Big brothers TAHOE, DENALI, YUKON are high end when it comes to power, but manuverability and short drive ease that they lack is made up for amply by the CAPTIVA.

 

Ride Quality & Handling

Ride quality is a bit boxy compared to the SantaFe, however, the ruggedness and road gripping capability make up for the boxy ride.

 

Final Words

Its a great eco SUV to own and a sure buy in its catergory, though interiors now in 2010 may need  a facelife, especailly after the launch of the accord tourer.

 

Areas of improvement  

The competition had raised the bar as far as interiors are concerned.

Fuel Economy, Refined Styling,Easy to Drivenothing is particular