by Chevrolet is actively expanding its lineup of electric vehicles, and after the launch of the electric versions of the Blazer, Equinox, and Silverado, the brand has added another well-known name to its global assortment — the Captiva. However, do not expect this model to appear in the USA, as it is intended exclusively for the markets of South America.
The Captiva name first appeared in the mid-2000s for a compact SUV sold in Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and parts of Southeast Asia under the Daewoo Winstorm brand. After the discontinuation of the first version, GM revived the Captiva based on the Chinese Baojun 530. Now the model has been transformed into a full-fledged electric vehicle, based on another Chinese development.
This refers to the Wuling Starlight S (also known as Xing Guang S), which is currently available in China. Recent General Motors publications in Brazil show that the Wuling design has been almost entirely transferred to Chevrolet, albeit with minor changes for better brand alignment.
At the front, the Captiva EV is equipped with narrow LED headlights and turn signals, with the main headlights located lower. Despite its electric nature, the car has a large black grille, distinguishing it from modern grille-less EVs. The rear is practically identical to the Wuling, with the same lights, tailgate, and black bumper.
The Captiva EV will be sold in Latin America, the Middle East, and Africa — regions where its compact size and affordable price could be an advantage. The USA, as before, is not part of the manufacturer’s plans.
The technical specifications of the new model have not yet been disclosed, but it is known that the Wuling Starlight S has a range of up to 510 km and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.7 seconds. The Captiva EV is expected to inherit these parameters, including the ability to charge the battery from 30% to 80% in 20 minutes.
