DecodedCars2015 Chevrolet Captiva
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2015 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Engines
- 2.4L 4-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- FFV
- MPG (best)
- 23 combined · 20 city / 28 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Few owner complaints14 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 299 for similar models.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- No AWD or 4WDTwo-wheel drive only, unusual for a small SUV.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 29 similar 2015 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2015 Chevrolet Captiva is a small SUV offered with a 2.4L 4-cyl engine and front-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 23 MPG combined (20 city / 28 highway), 4% worse than the 2015 small SUV average of 24 MPG, for an estimated $2,900 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 14 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.
What changed for 2015
- Engine dropped: 3.0L 6-cyl
- All-wheel / four-wheel drive no longer offered
Compared with 2014; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2014 Captiva →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Captiva FWD FFV | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 / 28 / 23 | -4% | $2,900 | 389 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2015 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2015 Chevrolet Captiva.
Similar 2015 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Chevrolet Captiva (this car) | 23 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2015 Toyota RAV4 | 26 MPG | ★★★★★ | 4 |
| 2015 Honda CR-V | 29 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2015 Hyundai Tucson | 25 MPG | ★★★★★ | 2 |
| 2015 Subaru Forester | 27 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2015 Mazda CX-5 | 29 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2015 Jeep Wrangler | 18 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2015 Chevrolet Captiva.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2015 Chevrolet Captiva is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2015 Chevrolet Captiva buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Electrical System — 4 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Engine — 4 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Steering — 2 owner reports. Turn lock-to-lock while parked and on the road; listen for noises and feel for heavy or loose steering.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 60,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2015 Chevrolet Captiva. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Captiva years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 Captiva | 23 | – | Not rated | 0 | 141 |
| 2013 Captiva | 23 | – | Not rated | 0 | 105 |
| 2012 Captiva | 23 | – | Not rated | 2 | 139 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Chevrolet. How we calculate this →