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How many seats are in the Captiva?

In its standard form, the Captiva seats five. A seven-seat variant, marketed as Captiva 7, was offered in some markets and model years.


Understanding this question requires noting that seating can vary by generation and market. Some versions include a third row, while others are strictly five-seat SUVs.


Seating configurations


These are the two main configurations you’ll encounter across the Captiva lineup.



  • Five-seat layout: two front seats and a rear bench for three passengers (total 5).

  • Seven-seat layout: Captiva 7 adds a third row for two additional seats (total 7).


In practice, most Captiva models sold worldwide have five seats, with the seven-seat option appearing on particular markets and trims.


Regional availability


Regional variations existed. The seven-seat Captiva 7 appeared in several European and Asian markets in certain model years, while many regions offered the five-seat configuration as standard. Always verify the seating arrangement for a specific vehicle by checking the build sheet or dealer specification.


Summary


The Captiva’s standard seating is five seats. A seven-seat variant (Captiva 7) was available in some markets, providing a total of seven seats.

Why did Chevy discontinue the Captiva?


The discontinuation of the Chevy Captiva in the US is a clear reflection of Chevrolet's market strategy to streamline its lineup and focus on more competitive segments domestically.



How many seats are in a Chevy Captiva?


THE NEW 2025 CAPTIVA
Chevrolet Captiva comes to defy all expectations for what an SUV should be. Apart from its distinctive styling throughout, this 7-seater has enough room to fit everything or everyone.



Is the Chevrolet Captiva a 7 seater?


With a spacious interior designed for the whole family, Captiva generously offers three rows of seats that can comfortably fit seven passengers — so nobody gets left behind.



Do all Captivas have 7 seats?


From this point onwards, the regular Captiva became seven seat only offering and adopted the name Captiva 7.


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