Renault Master Van

Unlike its siblings, Master van gets a distinct and more functional cabin. Counting on this year’s upgrades, Renault Master van is now modern and up to date with the next-gen features. It includes a 7-inch touchscreen display, Android Auto, and Apple Carplay integration. Also, the dashboard is thoroughly redesigned to give you more handy space for storage. The passenger bench can be folded down, while the centre seat comes with an integrated table on the top, that can be used while working on a laptop or having lunch. In terms of comfort and passenger convenience, Master van is equipped with comfortable and spacious seats. However, the passenger space is slightly tight in the front row. With these elements in the cabin, it can be said that as a commercial vehicle, Master van has evolved in the real sense. Master Van comes with different wheelbases and offers you payload capacity of 1.6- 2.2 tonnes. 

The all-new Master van expresses the modern design with revised front-end appearance, which includes invigorated grille, raised bonnet, and C-shaped signature daytime running lights. The left side unglazed sliding door is standard with all the grades of the Master. You can also get the optional right-side sliding door. Likewise, double optic headlights are standard across the range of Master van. These headlights ensure higher visibility in low light driving conditions. Being available in 5 grades, Master van offers varied wheelbase lengths. Small wheelbase variants length measure is 3182 mm, medium wheelbase models measure 3682 mm, and the large and extra-large models have wheelbase length of 4332 mm. The exteriors of the Master van are guarded with the pre-installed body side protection mouldings and front bumper step. While in terms of exterior features, you'll get 16-inch steel wheels, electrically adjustable door mirrors with a wide-angle blind spot mirror. 

Contrary to the many vans out there which offer harsh ride quality, the ride quality of the Master van is refined to keep you at the centre of comfort. The new advancements also enhance the driveability and keep the cargo safe while driving on the harsh road conditions. However, the ride quality isn’t what you get with the Ford Transit, Mercedes Sprinter and other expensive vans. But, for sure, Master van is the best of what Renault can offer to the Australian market. The minimal body roll over bends demonstrates Renault’s commitments towards building the trailers that are reliable for moving your business. Even when the Master van isn’t loaded with the payload, the ride quality remains composed and responsive. On the handling front, the new steering wheel makes it easier for you to turn the van. While the cornering abilities of the Master van are also praiseworthy. 

As a commercial van, the performance of the Master van is class-leading. It’s specially built to carry heavy payloads from one place to another without making you feel short on power. The 2.3L twin-turbocharged and inter-cooled diesel engine is standard with 6-speed manual variants. While the 2.3L turbocharged and inter-cooled diesel engine is standard with 6-speed automatic variants. The twin-turbocharged engine can deliver top-notch power of 120 kW at 3500 rpm and suitable torque of 360 Nm at 1500 rpm. Whereas, with the 2.3L turbocharged engine, you’ll get somewhat lower power output of 110 kW at 3500 rpm and torque of 350 Nm at 1500 rpm. All the grades of the Master van come with the front-wheel drive, except the extra-large wheelbase variants, which gets the rear-wheel-drive configuration. 

In the front wheels, Master van gets the 302 mm x 28 mm disc brakes, and in the rear 305 mm x 12 mm disc brakes are fitted. The braking capability of the van is supervised by Anti-Lock Braking System, Electronic Brake Force Distribution, and Electronic Stability Control Program. With all these standard features, Master van is 100% safe for your everyday deliveries and pickups. On the safety front, there are plenty of standard features that further promote the Master as the perfect business companion. The list includes driver and passenger airbags, Hill Start Assist, rear parking sensors, rear parking camera, cruise control with speed limiter, and rear fog lights. 

On some fronts, Renault Master van might not be a fierce competition against Mercedes sprinter and other rivals. But, on some, it wins with a considerable margin. Like both manual and automatic transmission offer smooth shifting, excellent fuel-efficiency, and ownership cost is more affordable than many of its rivals. With this, Master van proves to be a good value for money for your business.