[1][3] The production version of the first one, based on the B platform, made its debut at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show and started to be marketed in France during April 2013.

Under the "same skin with different specification" strategy adopted by Renault,[5] the Captur is available in a larger version based on the low-cost B0 platform shared with the Duster.

It uses the similar styling with the first-generation Captur but with an extended wheelbase, greater ground clearance and all-wheel-drive drivetrain.

[10] The Captur has some new elements, such as a large drawer-like glovebox that is more easily reachable by the driver, instead of a conventional glove compartment in left hand drive models.

[13] In some versions, it also adds removable seat covers with zippers,[9] a new Renault satellite navigation system with touchscreen,[14] reverse cameras and automated head lamps and windscreen wiper.

[16] In May 2017, Renault introduced a facelifted Captur with slightly revised interior and exterior designs, more customisation options and improved equipment.

[25] The QM3's dimensions and wheelbase are identical to the Captur's, while the engine range is limited to a single dCi 90 four cylinder diesel and dual clutch transmission.

[27] The QM3 was voted Best Car at the 2013 Seoul Motor Show,[24] and was chosen 2014 "SUV of the Year" by the newspaper JoongAng Ilbo in March 2014.

Assembly in neighboring Kazakhstan began in 2021 at SaryarkaAvtoProm plant (Kostanay), through a partnership between Renault and the Allur Group.

[36] That same year, the Brazilian Captur was named as Best Design by Americar (automotive press association of Latin America).

[40][41] After international sanctions against Russia caused by the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine, the production of the Brazilian model was disrupted by the lack of certain components.

[45] Advertising videos from Renault India got a negative reception in some forum and media outlets for allegedly "misinform" customers on the car awards by mentioning the ones received by the B platform version.

From 2020, the new Captur is available with a plug-in hybrid powertrain dubbed as the E-Tech which is capable of 45 km (28 mi) of pure electric range in mixed use.

[60] Top-spec versions is equipped with a 9.3-inch vertically mounted touchscreen infotainment system, and a 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster screen.

[61] In South Korea, the model is sold with its international Captur name from the first half of 2020, instead of being rebadged as the Renault Samsung QM3 as with the previous generation.

[62] The facelifted Captur was revealed on 4 April 2024 changes include: a restyled front fascia, new taillight graphics, the inclusion of the latest logo from Renault, removal of faux exhaust trim, leather and chrome materials removed in place for recyclable materials, a larger size for the digital instrument cluster and touchscreen information, and a new Esprit Alpine as the flagship trim replaced the RS Line.

The Captur is a mini SUV, and it is the second of six concept cars showing Renaults future design directions.

The Captur is powered by a twin-turbocharged version of the 1.6 L dCi "Energy" engine which will be rolled out among Renault and Nissan models during 2011.

Despite its crossover appearance, the Captur is front-wheel drive and features Renault's new 'RX2’ mechanical self-locking differential to transfer the available torque to the driven wheel with the most grip.