The 2026 Captur is a B‑segment crossover; the petrol manual is typically the small turbocharged TCe unit mated to a 5- or 6-speed gearbox, so it’s light and responsive around town. There’s no hybrid battery to worry about, but modern petrol Capturs often have a gasoline particulate filter (GPF) and start-stop — both are fine but can be sensitive to lots of short trips. The rear bench often slides to trade legroom versus boot capacity, which is handy for families.

• Clutch bite and gearbox: check for smooth engagement and no crunching or vibration on every gear change.
• GPF / exhaust soot signs if used for short urban trips: look for warning lights and ask dealer about regeneration behaviour.
• Sliding rear seat and locking runners: ensure the rear bench moves smoothly and locks securely with no rattles.
• ADAS and camera calibration: test autonomous emergency braking, lane assist and reversing camera for correct operation.
• Paint, panel gaps and stone-chip protection on the nose/bonnet — small cars often pick up chips in the first months.