Comments on: Holden Captiva SUV

By: Michael

Michael — Sun, 10 Jan 2010 01:10:17 +0000

Had the same. Changed at 30,000 as very worn on the deges of some.
Bought Yokohamas (17″ for LX model) Much quiter than original Dunlops
and feel more secure on highway.
My advice is keep them inflated higher than recommended (check with tyre
supplier). Mine run at 38pps (recommnded for Dunlops was 30-32-too low
that’s why the sidewalls were wearing out rapidly).

It’s a heavy vehicle- 30,000km is not bad. but don’t ever get low profile-lucky if you get 20,000k out of them (from personal experience).

By: Dean

Dean — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 13:01:59 +0000

Hi All, I just purchased an 09 Captiva SX 7 seater and am pushing to get 400 km from a full tank, any ideas Holden

By: jasper

jasper — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 04:11:32 +0000

Just had a 30,000kms service on a diesel Captiva sx, the dealership reckons i need a full set of tyres?????. I though i would get alot more kms out of a set of tyres.

Had anyone else had this trouble?

By: Chris

Chris — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 12:23:57 +0000

I have had a Captiva CX Diesel through work for just on 12 months now. Couple of things, it was a lot better car than I thought it would be. Rides well, handles well and for a diesel goes really well. Was a bit disappointed at first with fuel economy but the trip computer is actually worse then what it really is. I average about 9 litres/100km and have had down to 8 and up to 11. What makes a big difference is which brand of fuel you use. I have a Caltex fuel card but occasionally put BP in it and I always get better mileage from the BP, about 1 – 2 litres/100kms better. I have done a lot of long trips as well as city driving. I’m based in SEQld but regularly go out west including trips of over 1100kms in a day and feel fine at the end of the days drive. It does have a bit of road/wind noise but I do also have roof bars. I use it for the family too and can fit wife and baby and toddler with all the stuff that goes with kids and still have room to spare. Radio reception is poor but cd player is fine. Haven’t done a lot off road but was surprised at it’s ability when I did having grown up with real 4wds. All in all I really like it and am considering buying one of my own. Will go for the diesel as not much more to buy and by the sound of it a lot better fuel economy. As I said for a diesel it goes really well and can sit on the speed limit effortlessly and is capable of speeds that would see you loose your license for a very long time. Little bit of turbo lag first thing when the engine is cold but once it’s warmed up it’s fine. To date I have done 45000kms, just had it serviced today and have only had it serviced and rotated the tyres which look like they have at least another 25000kms life in them. Have no complaints other then the radio. I agree the vision through the back window is a bit limited but side mirrors are good as are the parking sensors. A couple of times I’ve towed trailers and that has confused the sensors, they are supposed to cut out when you have a trailer hitched on, which they do but sometimes it takes a while for it to realize that you have unplugged the trailer and they don’t work for a bit. Usually stopping the engine and restarting does the trick. Nice car, looks good, goes well, rides well, lots of room, I’m 6″ 4′ and is good to drive.

By: Gazza

Gazza — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 09:28:20 +0000

30,000 klm 07 Captiva Diesel LX update. It’s been a long while since my last post and there is a reason for this, the car is faultless. Fuel consumption has imporved slightly since my last post and now it will return low to mid 8’s on a trip. It does a great job around town (sydney) and my wife loves driving it.

By: LXDIESEL

LXDIESEL — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 11:42:00 +0000

Hi All,
I thought I would post some dissapointing news with regards to my 08 Lx Captiva DIESEL, I have owned it since Jan 08, 55k last month I went out to go to work, a complete engine malfunction on start up. Holden roadside assist and a tow to local dealer, up until this event I was really happy with car, Dealer has done a complete strip down of engine and is still requesting parts from HO, been nearly 2 weeks at dealer. This event has really made me question the longevity of this engine and the reliabilty, I am a light careful driver klms are a lot of long distance driving as I am a rep. I will keep everyone posted, however feel Holden really dont know how to foix this engine.

By: Mark

Mark — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 12:20:48 +0000

I have just bought (22/06/09) a diesel LX Captiva.
When I was considering models I looked to youtube to see if 4WD clips had been posted-they have! there is a very special vid. of a Opel Antara( that’s what they are called in EU,get used to the global car industry all you lads griping about”holdenwoo”)climbing up a waterfall,look for it-unbelievable!
I have owned many new cars(15-I am a medical rep.)and have always wanted a 4WD.
Sadly,my wife is a bit of a greenie and hates them!-that is ’til she saw the Captiva! I have test driven all the competitors,I looked at Audi A5 (too expensive) VW Tiguan-pretty good but too small (I have 3 kids;dog)Renult Kolios hard one,based on proven Nissan XTrail with cool french interior but no 7 seats,Nissan XTrail-narrow body bad seats,Subaru Forester loved-but no 7 seats. Also looked at Mazda 7 and 9 but fuel consuption in both scary!
So, after looking at all these cars listed above,was Driveing night and saw a banner outside a Holden dealer “7 seats in all Captivas” test drove one-the next day-bought one the day after-based on brief drive and gut feel-good car in diesel mode petrol rated higher for towing not sure why as in diesel torque normally better.

By: Mad_Hawk

Mad_Hawk — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 07:53:19 +0000

Hi,

I’ve got a 2007 Captiva LX and have found it to be a great car.

One problem – power steering. Vibration which can be felt through the steering wheel and a ‘whining’ sound, particularly noticeable at low speed. Initially thought the ‘whining’ may be child/wife/both however alas not. Anyone else had similar issues?

Taken it back to Holden twice and have been advised by a ‘mechanic’ that there’s no problem. I’m taking it back again next week and I will take said ‘mechanic’ for a drive and point out what the problem is.

Have read a few comments in the forum about people trying to understand how the Cappy performs off-road. I just took it on the drive to Wedge Island in WA (plenty of soft sand, corrugations and sections of limestone) and the car performed beautifully. Particuarly so when the pilot (me)has never been off the black-top before. All wheel drive kicks in seamlessly – you’ll never know it’s come on, apart from the fact you’re not stuck. Quite amazing given I drove there on road tyre pressures.

I’ve attached a URL for the wedge island run, so it provides an idea of difficutly etc for anyone trying to get an idea of how the car performs off-road.

http://www.exploroz.com/TrekNo.....h_Run.aspx

Now, I’m certainly not saying it’s a land-cruiser, but you can certainly have a bit of fun in one of these off-road.

Cheers.

By: Charlie Muscat

Charlie Muscat — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 03:09:59 +0000

I purchased A new 2008 Captiva LX and the fuel economy is the worst off any car i have ever owned ! Petrol off course and struggle to 350km per tank.! And by no means do i drive it hard ,I would not be able to afford to drive it…Any ideas ? Holden Help Please……?

By: Kochie

Kochie — Thu, 14 May 2009 03:41:06 +0000

Got the misssus a 2008 demo petrol LX for the right price.
Fuel economy is around the 12’s for around town (Melbourne) and 9’s on the highway which is a bit better than the old VS commodore.
Only one complaint with the Captiva: the kids fight to get a seat in the “boot”.

By: Realistic

Realistic — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 07:51:37 +0000

This has been an extremely interesting forum to read. Just thought I’d place a bit of input from another independent view. I work in construction and cover about 40,000km a year. I have just up graded from a Jeep Cherokee (petrol)to a Captiva CX 2 ltr Diesel manual. I have had both diesel and Petrol vehicles. If you want good fuel economy you should also at least look at the diesel plus it usually gives you great torque. The Jeep (like the V6 Captiva) will give you 15 lt/100km +. People seem to think because its only a 2 ltr the diesel is too small for the car. Crap.. It actually has more torque than the V6 (297 v 320 Nm). Without torque you cant turn a screw driver/screw. I dont no why Holden dont push the diesel/manual more or even make it availble in the SX & LX models. As for servicing. I on;ly take my car to the dealer for the first two services then have a local mechanic who is more witched on than those at Holden. Had a Vectra years ago with a terminal problem. Yes, you guessed it, Holden couldnt work it out but the local mechanic ran rings around them and fixed it even telling Holden what the cause was. He is a nice guy.

Any way bottom line is the Captiva is a great car but only as good as what you want out of it. Its not a 4WD or a BMW. If you winge about fuel ecomony buy a diesel plus better for towing.

By: kit

kit — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 05:28:49 +0000

I am Looking for a Holden Captiva diesel,but worry about the price for service,is it a lot expensive than a petrol engine for service ?

By: Shane

Shane — Sun, 30 Nov 2008 09:32:51 +0000

Have had SX Manual Diesel for 7 Months, 20000km on clock, also good fuel economy and she seams to be settling in very nicely,
Just a Question for Geoff (October 7th) what brand of off road tyre have you fitted?, I’ve been looking for A/T tyre to suit Captiva, but most of the brands dont seam to have the the size needed – 235/60/17…anyone know of any other (bigger) size tyre that can be fitted to standard 17′ rim?

By: John

John — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 00:33:29 +0000

Have had an LX 60th Anniversary for 5 months. Fuel consumption started around 15l/100km, now at 12.9 ~ 13.0l/100km, considering I leave the aircon operational, I am quite happy in respect of published figure of 11.5

By: Geoff

Geoff — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 06:07:51 +0000

have had SX diesel for 6mths now and almost 30,000km. Fuel economy great, even with roof racks. Fitted off-road tyres from day one as I had been told road noise was less than with the standard road tyres. don’t don’t don’t care after a trip down a VERY steep slippery hill was thankfull. Would seriously have felt more comfortable with low range on that day but did make it to the bottom. Was pretty nervous about having to turn around and get back up the hill if we had to. Considering Fraser Island later in the year but not sure how it will go in the sand without low range. happy with the car and would recommend. Only real gripe is 7 seater does no come with a manual g’box.

By: Gary Wilkins

Gary Wilkins — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 01:13:22 +0000

Hi Kate. In April 07 I purchased a PRORACK roof rack for my Captiva LX from Autopro for $265. It is different to most racks as there is no overhang on the sides. It fits flush between the side rails. It was easy to fix. All the best.

By: Kate

Kate — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 10:39:04 +0000

Recently purchased a 2007 LX Captiva…
Wanting to put roof racks on and have been quoted $300. Can anyone suggest a cheaper place to go? We live on the Gold Coast…thanks

By: Vicente

Vicente — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 19:18:21 +0000

Hi: I bought a Chevrolet Captiva LTX in Spain, where I am living. It is very similar to Holden; well, Holden Captiva seems to me a mix between Chevrolet Captiva on the exterior and Opel Antara in the interior. All the buttons are the same than in Opel models. So, my Captiva is not a Holden but … Here is my opinion.
3000 km done, the only problem I found was the front passenger door (as happened to Woz, we are the only people in the web with this issue!) getting locked. They changed the whole door lock and got solved.
Fuel (diesel, automatic) consumption: 9-10 litres on the highway, depending on wind and speed, and 12-13 litres on pure city traffic. I promise I tried to get to 8 litres driving constant and slow but … impossible.
I tested it on irregular paths and it worked fine, not being very exigent.
I think it is really a good car and I am enjoying it.

By: I Beecken

I Beecken — Mon, 26 May 2008 10:43:39 +0000

Ive had my @lt deisel CX since Jan 08 & so far clocked up 5500km & I havent had any real issues. Most of my driving is suburburbian and im managing to ave around 580km – 620km per tank. The only real issues so far have been one of the middle row seats didnt latch down properly…. once! since then never done it again, Slight squeak in rear suspension and a slight rattle in exhaust (this one think I can fix).
So far Ive found it to be a great vehicle fits my family of 5 with reasonable comfort, got the 6 stacker filled and the sterio cranks ok lol. reversing I dont have to much of an issue with I find the side mirrors give me pretty good behind but because of the small rear window you do tend to rely on the rear sensors so if youre not sure it could pay to check before reversing.
Ive had it up to 110kmh so far and she just purred along didnt miss a beat not strange and unwanted noises either.

Just thought id put up a positive note bout the “old girl”

By: ads69

ads69 — Thu, 01 May 2008 22:16:43 +0000

I want to go to VIC this season and need some snow chains for my LX (235/55 R18 – 18″x7″)any suggestions?