Renault looks to Kaptur crossover market in Russia

French carmaker today Renault extended its portfolio of products with the presentation in Moscow of the all-new Renault Kaptur crossover. The Kaptur for Russia will be equipped with four-wheel drive transmission.  

The all-terrain 4x4 crossover is engineered to cope with the conditions that can be encountered in Russia thanks to its high ground clearance (204mm), heavy duty suspension and reliable all-wheel drive transmission incorporating a locking centre differential. Other key features to handle the harsh wintry conditions that can be found in Russia and CIS countries are Renault’s Remote Engine Start system, heated front seats and a heated windscreen.

The Kaptur is one of the 10 new models that Groupe Renault’s president and CEO Carlos Ghosn jas announced for this year as Renault continues to expand outside of Europe, notably in Russia.

The launch of the Kaptur in the popular, fast-growing SUV segment will help Renault to consolidate its foothold in the Russian and Eurasian Customs Union markets. The new model is the latest addition to Renault’s range in Russia where it rounds out the marque’s crossover and SUV line-up alongside the Sandero Stepway, Duster and Koleos.

The company says the specific needs of the Russian market were dialled into the new crossover from the very beginning of the design process. The Kaptur’s design marks a new milestone in the brand’s approach to styling in Russia and the CIS.

“To design the Kaptur, we have mixed the best of Renault’s eye-catching design with a specific attention to Russian needs for off-road abilities, travelling comfort and versatility,” said Laurens van den Acker, Corporate Design, Vice President, Groupe Renault. “It is a genuine crossover, with a robust, expressive design,” he added.

The Kaptur, which will go on sale in mid-2016, is manufactured at Renault’s Moscow plant.