Days after Peugeot announced its 2008 compact crossover will be unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show, Renault has confirmed it will reveal a rival product.

The Renault Captur is based on the same platform as the Clio, and Renault is claiming best-in-class fuel consumption performance from the car's petrol and diesel engines with CO2 emissions starting from as low as 96g/km.

The standard Renault Captur will have hands-free entry, hill start assist and rear parking sensors. Also available will be the new, connected, in-dash Renault R-Link touchscreen multimedia tablet, plus a system that comprises six speakers, Bluetooth connectivity, audio-streaming and Arkamys audio system.

It will be aiming for drivers interested in the Nissan Juke, Vauxhall Mokka and the new Peugeot 2008.

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