The New Captiva

TCS is designed to minimise wheel spin during acceleration by recognising if either front wheel has sufficient grip and adjusting drive force accordingly, helping to reduce wheel spin when accelerating on wet icy roads and also when a vehicle has two wheels running on an asphalt surface and two on a gravel or grassed surface.

ESC constantly compares the vehicle’s movements with the steering wheel angle to determine if the vehicle is moving in the direction you intend. If skidding appears imminent, ESC applies brake pressure to individual wheels as appropriate, and, if necessary, trims engine power. This dramatically increases turning and cornering safety, especially in evasive action situations.

If wheel “lock up” is detected under forceful braking, ABS momentarily reduces brake pressure at the affected wheel(s). This improves braking efficiency – reducing stopping distances on most surfaces – and helps the vehicle to remain steerable and directionally stable.

When a vehicle brakes, weight transfers to the front wheels. By regulating the brakeforce applied to each wheel, EBD helps ensure the best possible balance between front and rear brakes, which helps minimise stopping distance.

In emergency braking situation, few drivers actually press the brake pedal firmly enough to achieve adequate braking performance. EBA is designed to sense how fast you hit the brake pedal in an emergency, and increase braking pressure to achieve the best possible braking performance.

Activated with the touch of a button, the Captiva Descent Control System uses engine control and automatic braking to limit downhill speed. A prerequisite for any truly capable off roader, it enables smooth, controlled hill descents and allows drivers to concentrate primarily on steering.