RENAULT CAPTUR (2020)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 3,770 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
94%
Total Tests (2024)
3,770
Avg Mileage
23,475 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2020 RENAULT CAPTUR reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 12 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the RENAULT brand average of 80%.
At 4 years old, 94% of RENAULT CAPTURs from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 3,770 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 23,475 miles.
How does the 2020 RENAULT CAPTUR compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2020 RENAULT CAPTUR has 23,475 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
How much does a 2020 RENAULT CAPTUR cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
RENAULT CAPTUR by Year
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About the 2020 RENAULT CAPTUR
The 2020 RENAULT CAPTUR is a city car with a 1000cc petrol engine. 3,770 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. It ranks in the top 25% of all 2020 cars for reliability.
With an average of 23,475 miles at 4 years old, RENAULT CAPTUR owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2020 RENAULT CAPTUR Fuel Costs
The modest 1000cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2020 RENAULT CAPTUR?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,400 (£117/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 94% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
RENAULT CAPTUR Reliability Trend
Newer RENAULT CAPTURs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 11 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2020 RENAULT CAPTUR
At 4 years old, the RENAULT CAPTUR offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost.
Alternatives to the 2020 RENAULT CAPTUR
The RENAULT CAPTUR is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2018) 90% pass rate (-4%) from 157,746 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2019) 92% pass rate (-2%) from 89,653 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2018) 85% pass rate (-9%) from 86,266 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2018) 87% pass rate (-7%) from 78,522 tests