2010 Chevrolet Captiva for the Quality-Conscious
16 February 2010
Cutting through both run-of-the-mill and high profile SUVs that continue their domination of today’s roadways is a silent achiever that actually promises and delivers the kind of transportation that we need and want these days. The 2010 Chevrolet Captiva composedly soldiers on with its hallmark qualities recognized by discerning motorists.
Impressive quality over mere adequacy
The Chevrolet Captiva’s track record worldwide, from its 2006 inception, has been a highway of little to no bumps. And that’s not to say that Chevrolet skimped on features to minimize things that can go wrong. In fact, the Captiva is laden with standard dual airbags, 4-wheel disc brakes, anti-lock brake system (ABS), electronic brake force distribution (EBD), engine immobilizer and keyless entry and alarm whatever the trim, be it in front- or four-wheel-drive, diesel or gasoline engine. Chevrolet refused to delete important features just to keep the Captiva’s pricing at par with its competition, yet somehow it’s still level with the field.
Timeless style over faddish trend
From the streamlined front fascia through the muscular body, and all the way to the cleanly-cut rear quarter, the Captiva’s styling has a flavor all its own. Soft angular lamps at all four corners perfectly accentuate a body that is neither too edged nor too bulbous, with just the right amount of curves, grooves, meshed air ducts and moldings. As a whole, the Captiva’s shape is a balance of aggressive styling and conservative composure, managing to steer clear of both the excessively futuristic accents of some vehicles and the downright unimaginative design of others. You can expect the Captiva’s profile to still be handsome in the market even after ten years from now.
Efficient performance over simple economy
Motivated by either a 142-horsepower, 220 Newton-meter, 2.4-liter, DOHC I-4 gasoline or 150-horsepower, 320 Newton-meter, 2.0-liter CRDi-VGT diesel engine, both mated to a 5-speed automatic transmission with manual-shift capability, the Captiva delivers the holy grail of SUV aspirations—spirited performance with thrifty fuel consumption. The common rail, direct-injected, variable geometry turbocharged and intercooled diesel, for instance, provides compact sedan acceleration and economy. And that’s just in an urban setting.
Set the diesel Captiva free on the highway and performance bulges to V6-like prowess, while still maintaining compact sedan consumption. This from a 7-seat SUV designed primarily for active-lifestyle motoring through less-than-perfect road and weather conditions. With the Chevrolet Captiva you can have your fun and not feel guilty or wasteful about it.
Comfortable practicality over bare functionality
You can get a mid-size to large SUV to lug around extra passengers, but struggle with the ever-tightening parking spaces in the metro, or you can get a compact runabout that’s relatively easier to park but forego the extra people-carrying capability. Or you can get the 7-seat Captiva and have the best of both worlds. With a third row of configurable seats in the back for short to medium trips, the Captiva does not pretend to be a van, but rather offers a capacity that most other compact SUVs in the market totally preclude. What allows the Captiva to load an extra row of passengers is its inherently comfortable ride quality, an aspect most often forgotten by other manufacturers just seeking to increase the passenger capacity of their compact vehicles. Despite the Captiva’s compact exterior dimensions its ride comfort mimics that of significantly larger or more expensive vehicles, while its interior space is well-laid out with optimum shoulder, hip and leg room in mind. Especially in the Philippine market, where family and friends tend to spend more time together, the Captiva’s extra room and seats provide invaluable utility and comfort in one of the most compact 7-seater SUV packages.
With Chevrolet Captiva, you can actually have your proverbial cake and eat it too.
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