Renault is introducing a new higher-powered diesel engine on its Captur crossover.

The model is now available with a 1.5-litre 110hp engine which produces and official 76.4mpg combined fuel economy and CO2 emissions from 98g/km.

Previously, the most powerful diesel engine was the 90hp dCi unit.

The Euro 6 compliant dCi 110 engine will be available to order on Dynamique, Dynamique S and Signature versions of Captur from April 1, with prices starting at £17,695 for the Captur Dynamique dCi 110.