Renault has renewed its entire LCV line-up with the introduction of All-New Trafic and New Master.

On top of that Renault’s LCV range is the only van range in Ireland with a 5-year unlimited mileage warranty on every model. Pricing has been announced by Renault Ireland, with All-New Trafic starting from €21,995 and New Master from €24,300.

Renault chiefs tell us that the new Trafic combines the strengths of its predecessor with a series of key improvements. The new van features the Renault brand’s new styling cues; it is bigger, making it more comfortable and practical than ever. The front and rear overhangs have been extended by 10cm and 11cm respectively, while maximum load lengths of 3.75m and 4.15m for the L1 and L2 versions respectively establish a new benchmark for the market. At the same time, the bulkhead has been located 3cm further back in order to enhance comfort inside the extensively revised cabin.

Designed to serve as a mobile office, its cabin features a raft of bespoke equipment, including smartphone and tablet cradles, laptop computer storage and a removable A4-size clipboard to simplify the lives of business customers. It is powered by the R9M engine which is available with either a single turbo (90 and 115hp variants) or twin turbos (120 and 140hp variants), the twin turbo ENERGY variants are fitted with Stop & Start and regenerative braking as standard.
Renault claim combines performance with fuel efficiency and achieves 5.9 l/100km (47.9mpg combined)  with the ENERGY dCi 120 engine under the bonnet. This represents an improvement of 10mpg versus the previous best-selling dCi 115 .

The Master, Renault’s large van also ranks highly in its segment. The model’s renewal in 2014 seeks to reinforce its popularity and ensure that it continues to meet the needs of its customers. its engine range features Twin Turbo technology which combines extra horsepower (up to 165hp) with lower fuel consumption (for a saving of 1.5 litres/100km). Renault say that the Master’s travelling comfort and safety credentials have been boosted, too, with the fitment of latest-generation ESC – incorporating GripXtend, Hill Start Assist and Trailer Sway Control – as well as a Wide View Mirror which eliminates the rear blind spot.

Last but not least, the New Master range now includes a rear-wheel drive L4 panel van version (H2 and H3) with single rear wheels, developed especially with express courier businesses in mind. In addition to all these new features, the latest version of the model comes with a redesigned, dynamic and modern front end incorporating Renault’s latest brand identity.