Renault Trafic In-Depth UK Review 2022 - Improved...But Worth It?

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In this improved version of the third generation design, the Renault Trafic mid-sized LCV gets smarter looks, a redesigned cabin with extra technology and a range of more efficient 2.0-litre dCi diesel engines. As before, there's a choice of two lengths and two roof heights for the panel vans and the cabins have been designed to function as mobile offices. It's still a strong contender.
TIMESTAMPS
00:00​​​​ Introduction
00:48 Background
03:15 Driving Experience
09:28 Design & Build
19:58 Market & Model Range
33:04 Practicalities & Cost
46:33 Summary
Background
Renault's Trafic is one of those vehicles that has quietly inveigled itself into an almost invisible ubiquity. They're everywhere, but are such a part of the automotive landscape that they barely register. Unless, that is, you're looking to run a fleet of vans and then the Trafic registers front and centre of your buying decision and has done since it first appeared in Renault dealers back in 1981.
That first generation model was replaced here in 2001 with a second generation model that saw service for thirteen years. In 2015, this third generation model waded into the fray against rivals like the Volkswagen Transporter and the Ford Transit Custom, not to mention its design siblings, the Fiat Talento and the Nissan NV300. It was updated in mid-2019, then again in mid-2021 to create the LCV we're looking at here.
Driving Experience
A full range of expanded and improved 2.0-litre Blue dCi diesel engines suit the needs of all Trafic drivers, with four powertrain options ranging from 110 to 170 horsepower, offering more torque for stronger pulling power. All Blue dCi 110, 130, 150 and 170 versions are coupled with a manual transmission, while the Blue dCi 150 and Blue dCi 170 are also available with an EDC dual-clutch automatic gearbox.
What else? Well the driving position's as commanding as you would expect and big door mirrors with convex surfacing on their lower and outer edges are present and correct to help with manoeuvring that can be aided by the neat wide angle mirror fitted to the back of the passenger sunvisor. Further embellishments intended to help you avoid urban scrapes include options like parking sensors and two kinds of rear view camera. Another thoughtful touch is the 'Eco Mode' you can select by pressing this button by the gearstick. This restricts the pulling power of the engine and promotes greater efficiency.
Design and Build
True, there's only so much a van designer can do with a rectangular box with a wheel at each corner, but there's clearly been a concerted effort to distinguish the Trafic from the workaday LCV norm. This revised model gets more expressive front-end design, with full-LED headlamps incorporated into a C-shaped lighting signature that represents the identity of the Renault line. A bolder upright grille and smarter wheel designs complete the changes.
Inside, there's a smarter dashboard design defined by a horizontal trim feature that stretches across the width of the cabin and into the door panels, giving a greater sense of space. A revised instrument panel features additional chrome detailing, which also features on the door panels and gear lever. Naturally, the interior of New Trafic continues to offer one of the best storage capacities in the market with 84-litres of stowage space, including under passenger seat storage of 54-litres. Additionally, by folding down the backrest of the middle seat, the New Trafic's cabin transforms into a mobile office, with enough space for a laptop and an A4-size swivel stand to hold working documents. The backrest of the central seat can also be used for a comfortable lunch break in bad weather.
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Thanks for sharing

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That was a brilliant review. 👏

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More in depth van reviews!!!

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can you review the crew van version please

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[@jp5210]

Are you able to change gears with the automatic or is it fully automatic by itself

[@OsvUkVehicleSupply]

Hi there, with certain automatic variants of the Trafic you can enable the manual mode to shift gears as you please.

[@adamchalkley9445]

Is this the same as a Nissan Primestar?

[@barrythomson8770]

Will this morph into a Mitsubishi as well?

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Sadly not, Barry! 😅 Thinking about getting a new Trafic?

[@barrythomson8770]

@@OsvUkVehicleSupply Still deciding ,just bought the outlander and was looking at keeping it all with the same dealer.

[@wquin4394]

dual cluth rubbish

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Hi there, are you looking for a new van at the moment? Have anything in mind?

[@mitchchandler3604]

This is the most boring review of anything I've ever watched.

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