A masterful approach to cargo transportation for small and medium-sized businesses
Under the Renault Master brand, Renault has been producing a family of light-duty trucks for small and medium-sized businesses since 1980.
Over the years, Renault Master trucks have been produced with a variety of body types. As vans of standard sizes or with increased height, long-wheelbase modifications (with the LWB prefix), chassis for mounting bodies and superstructures. But the most widely used models are those with an “all-metal van” body. Today, the third full-fledged generation of Renault Master light-duty vehicles is presented on the global automobile market.
A little about the history of the model
Production of the 1st generation Renault Master started in 1980. These trucks were produced in collaboration with Fiat and were equipped mainly with 2.4 liter Fiat-Sofim diesel engines, and since 1984 - with another option, also a diesel engine, with a displacement of 2.1 liters. For those interested, Renault Master with Renault gasoline engines of 2.0 and 2.2 liters was also on sale.
Renault Master was one of the first in this segment to use a sliding side door. The “highlight” of the model was the unusual round door handles (similar to the handles on the Fiat Ritmo).
1st generation car
Based on the Renault Master, vehicles with a larger payload capacity were developed and put into mass production. They received the name Renault B, on a rear-wheel drive chassis. From 1990 to 1999, a 4x4 all-wheel drive version was also produced. In 1993, Renault B cars received their own style (a different radiator grille) and a new independent model name - Renault Messenger.
The 2nd generation (1998-2010) became “an even more joint project” - developed by Renault together with Nissan and Opel. Therefore, in addition to the Renault Master, practically its twins were produced, under the names Opel Movano and Nissan Interstar. Trucks of this 2nd generation were equipped with Renault S8W/S9W, S9U, G9T and Nissan YD diesel engines, with working volumes of 2.2, 2.5 and 2.8 liters.
2nd generation car.
At the end of 2003, the company restyled the exterior of the car and its interior. The second generation retained and added new capabilities to the main advantage of this model: its versatility. These vans could be adapted for any need: from distributing goods around the city to being used as an ambulance.
The third generation Renault Master, which was launched on the market in May 2010, is also produced under several “clone” brands: Opel / Vauxhall (for Britain) Movano and Nissan NV400. Cars of all these brands are equipped with the same 2.3 liter Renault diesel engine, available in 3 power options - from 100 to 150 horsepower.
Of the total number of Masters produced, 75 percent are from Renault. The remaining 25% are the same light-duty vehicles under the Opel (for continental Europe) and Vauxhall (for the UK and other right-hand drive countries) brands.
To start production of third-generation cars, the automaker invested approximately 151 million euros in the plant. Most of these investments were used to modernize welding equipment in the body and paint shops. The first division was updated with a fully automated body welding line consisting of 250 robots, and the second division was updated with the ability to paint vehicles with extra-long vans (L4 version, up to 6.848 m long).
Buying a car from an official dealer in St. Petersburg
By contacting the official Rolf dealer in St. Petersburg, you can buy a Renault Master at an affordable price with a manufacturer’s warranty. Thanks to an individual approach to each client and professional consultation, it will be possible to quickly select the desired modification and configuration of the minibus. Car sales are carried out on credit on favorable terms.
The maximum recommended retail price for a Renault Master car in the Fourgon L1 H1 (Van L1 H1) 2.3 liter configuration is indicated. MKP6, 125 hp The number of cars at dealers is limited. This is not a public offer. Valid until 02/28/2021. Details by phone (calls within the Russian Federation are free).
2 Classic loan The marketing rate is not an interest rate under a loan agreement and means the percentage of an individual’s expenses for purchasing a car (hereinafter referred to as the “vehicle”) using a loan, subject to a reduction in the cost of the vehicle. The difference between the marketing rate and the interest rate is compensated by a proportionate reduction in the price of the vehicle by the dealer. The creditor is JSC RN Bank (license of the Central Bank of the Russian Federation No. 170 dated December 16, 2014, hereinafter referred to as the “Bank”). The loan currency is the Russian ruble. Down payment - from 50% of the price of the purchased vehicle; loan amount - from 100,000 rubles; loan term - 24-36 months; interest rate - 10.9% per annum; Loan collateral - collateral for the purchased vehicle; loan repayment - monthly (annuity) payments; payment of insurance premiums at the expense of the Bank's credit funds: under the borrower's life and health insurance policy and CASCO policy under the Renault program. Insurance for a period of 1 year in any insurance companies that meet the Bank's requirements. Not an offer (Article 437 of the Civil Code of the Russian Federation). Valid until 02/28/2021 for new Renault MASTER vehicles of 2022 and 2022 model year. Details at www.renault.ru.
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Execution options
Renault Master cars are available with both front-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive (the latter can be with a single or double tire option. The gross vehicle weight can range from 2.8 to 4.5 tons.
There are 3 wheelbase options, 2 rear overhang length options, and 3 different height options. Also, to the list of available design options, you need to add the presence of vans of various capacities (from 8 to 15.8 cubic meters, with a maximum load capacity of 2254 kg), combi, minibuses, chassis with single and double cabs (with a maximum load capacity of 2495 kg). In total, the combination of all possible ones allows us to produce up to three hundred and fifty different designs.
In the cargo compartment, innovations concerned the use of wider side (+17 centimeters) and rear doors. As an additional option, it is possible to install rear doors that can swing open 270 degrees. Also in the new generation of small-tonnage vehicles, the loading height was reduced: for front-wheel drive versions - to 542 mm, for rear-wheel drive versions with single-pitch tires - to 672 mm, with dual-pitch tires - up to 700 mm.
At the start of the 3rd generation, in 2003, the Renault Master looked like this
Renault Master vans are supplied as standard in an all-metal design, and on special order - with glazing in the cargo compartment. The floor of the cargo compartment is covered with 10 mm thick wooden flooring. For more severe operating conditions, it is planned to install a more durable flooring, 15 mm thick. Additional accessories include wooden guides along the inner sides of the body and fittings for securing the cargo from movement.
All versions of the Master family cars are equipped with disc brakes: with ventilated discs at the front and regular discs at the rear. For front-wheel drive versions, ABS and EBD are standard, and ASR is optional.
A significant number of innovations also affected rear-wheel drive modifications of Renault Master. In addition to the monocoque body (previously a model with a body on a frame chassis was produced), which has a rigid structure aimed at improving handling and increasing load capacity, the L4 modification was also added with the length of the cargo compartment increased to 4.38 m. At the same time, the useful volume can reach 15.8 cubic meters (in the L4H3 version).
Rear-wheel drive modifications are available with a gross weight of 3.5 and 4.5 tons. The first option is available with single or double slope tires, and the second - exclusively with dual slope. For variants with single-pitch tires, double-leaf springs are mounted, and for those with dual-pitch tires, three-leaf springs are installed.
Other features of the Renault Master cargo family
One of the main advantages of the Renault Master family of cars is the wide selection of options, trim levels and additional equipment, as noted earlier. This allows you to select a light-duty truck with the most optimal characteristics for each specific type of business.
Renault Master all-metal vans are suitable for solving the widest range of transport tasks in small and medium-sized businesses - thanks to five options for body size and useful volume, from 7.8 to 15.8 cubic meters.
The cars are suitable for everyday use in a modern metropolis. Five front-wheel drive versions of the all-metal Renault Master van have a total weight of 2.49 tons and a standard load capacity of less than one ton, thanks to which they can be used everywhere in Moscow: they are allowed to enter both the “cargo frame” zone and the city center.
After the facelift, its design has become much more modern.
For rear doors with locks, you can select an opening angle of 180° or 270 degrees (additional options). The coupling device will give the car the ability to tow trailers weighing up to three tons. For rear-wheel drive versions, a bumper with a step is provided by default. Pass-through cargo loading/unloading capability is available by ordering a second sliding side door that can be placed on the driver's side.
One light source is installed in the area of the rear and side doors. A 12-volt power outlet can also be installed in the cargo area. There are several types of cargo compartment lining, including plywood lining. The cargo compartment is separated from the driver's cabin by a metal partition, which is lined with felt on the side of the cabin. It can also be ordered with a window, or with a window and a protective grille. Reliable securing of the load is ensured by fastening rings in the floor, which can also be supplemented with rings on the walls of the van.
Depending on the configuration, the Renault Master car can be equipped with such additional accessories as: loading ladder; aluminum roof rack, which can be supplemented with a bridge; luggage arches.
Engines and transmission Renault Master
Trucks of the Renault Master family are equipped with reliable and economical turbocharged diesel engines with a capacity of 125 or 150 horsepower (at a crankshaft speed of 3.5 thousand revolutions). These are four-cylinder, sixteen-valve power units of EURO-5 environmental class, with a Common Rail electronic diesel fuel injection system. The working volume of this engine is 2,299 cubic centimeters.
Renault's own engines, from the Kleon plant, are used as power units. They are equally suitable for both front-wheel drive (transverse engine) and rear-wheel drive (longitudinal engine) versions of the truck. Only in the first case the motor is installed transversely, and in the second it is located longitudinally.
These engines belong to the new, latest generation 2.3 dCi (M9T) diesel engines. They more fully meet the needs of commercial vehicles than their predecessors 2.0 dCi (M9R), but at the same time are smaller in size than 2.5 dCi (G9U) engines.
The fuel efficiency of the new engines, compared to their predecessors, has been improved by a full liter (in the case of front-wheel drive versions) and by 2.7 liters in the case of rear-wheel drive versions. For example, for front-wheel drive modifications in the combined cycle, diesel fuel consumption starts at 7.1 liters per 100 km (L2H2, 125 hp). 2.3 dCi engines can be combined with either a six-speed manual or an automated gearbox.
Diesel fuel consumption according to EEC 93/116 standards is: in the urban cycle - 9.5...9.6 liters per 100 km; in the extra-urban cycle – 7.1…7.3 liters per 100 km; in the combined cycle - 8.0...8.1 liters per 100 km. CO2 emissions are: 211…215 g/km. The fuel tank capacity is 100 liters.
History of the model
The Renault Master modification, created back in 1980, was developed for several years and immediately gained popularity. During this time, three generations of similar machines were released on the world market. The second and third generations were presented in Europe and the UK under the names Opel Movano, Nissan NV400 and Vauxhall Movano. When restrictions were introduced on the tonnage of vehicles, the need for these vehicles increased sharply.
Car modifications
Renault Master is produced in various versions:
- standard van with increased height or long wheelbase;
- passenger modification, including minibuses and buses;
- chassis.
The most popular was the cargo van, designed for transporting goods around the city and its environs.
The first generation of the car was produced for 17 years. During this time, in addition to the diesel engine, which had a volume of 2.4 liters, an engine with a capacity of 2.1 liters appeared, and later gasoline units with a volume of 2 and 2.2 liters appeared. At that time, the appearance of the Renault Master was the most ordinary. The angular shapes, design of the headlights and radiator grille were not attractive.
Overall dimensions Renault Master 1980-1997
Until 2010, the company produced the following family of vans. They were equipped with power units with a volume of 2.2, 2.5 or 2.8 liters. As a result of restyling carried out in 2003, the appearance of the Renault Master II was significantly transformed. Mainly due to the rounded contours of the body, large headlights and bumper.
Dimensions Renault Master II 1998-2010
The design of the Renault Master III has been significantly revised. The front part with clear lines, a massive bumper, and drop-shaped headlights gave the car individual features. The volume of the cargo compartment has been increased. Loading and unloading has been made significantly easier by optimizing the thresholds. The range of engines was expanded to include engines with power from 100 to 150 horsepower.
Renault Master III
In 2016, a modification of the Renault Master X-Track was introduced, which increased ground clearance, provided underbody protection and a limited-slip differential. Another new product is the all-wheel drive Renault Master 4×4.
Cabin Renault Master
The Renault Master cabin is made in full compliance with modern standards of comfort, convenience, visibility and ergonomics for this class of cars. It is quite spacious. The comfortable driver's seat is equipped with an armrest, height adjustment and lumbar support. The legroom at the bottom has increased by about 6-8 centimeters compared to the previous generation. All this helps to avoid fatigue on long trips.
Large double side mirrors, electrically heated and turn signal indicators, provide impeccable visibility. Also, as an additional option, fog lights are offered.
The informative instrument scale is equipped with a Russified on-board computer, which displays statistics on all key indicators of the car.
The list of additional options includes rear parking sensors; signaling; Cruise control; blind spot mirror – to control the traffic situation; suspended driver's seat; equipped with electric heating; central locking with remote control, which can be equipped with either a key with separate door opening or a “hands-free” key (with remote recognition); air conditioner equipped with a fine filter; modern audio system.
In third-generation cars, the approach to organizing the work and life of drivers was significantly changed. In particular, in the central part of the dashboard there is a retractable tablet for everyday work with documents in standard A4 format. It helps not only to keep track of the list of tasks scheduled for execution, but also to quickly make the necessary notes during the work process.
Renault Master Chassis
Renault Master Chassis / Renault Master Chassis
Versatile and agile, the Renault Master Chassis will meet all your expectations of commercial capability. The wide range of chassis includes options with front or rear wheel drive, as well as with a single or more spacious 4-door cab. The second option will allow you to solve two problems at once: transport passengers comfortably, plus transport cargo at the same time. Adaptation to difficult conditions is another important advantage of the Renault Master series. The universal platform will allow you to configure the car based on the needs of small business segments. Low running costs and efficient cargo handling take the Renault Master Chassis commercial vehicle to the next level in its class, while its robust chassis is built to last.
The Renault Master Chassis cabin is a functional workspace. The welcoming cabin features practical finishing materials and comfortable seats. Ergonomic controls, decent visibility and ample storage space highlight the professional qualities of the commercial vehicle. The standard equipment of the Renault Master Chassis includes EBD, ABS, ESP systems, as well as a driver's airbag. Comfort will be provided by electric windows and mirrors, air conditioning, cruise, and a radio with MP3. The range of 125 and 150 hp engines will satisfy the needs of the most demanding consumers.
The standard Renault Master Chassis equipment package consists of halogen headlights, R16 steel wheels with truck tires, an on-board computer, a driver's seat with an armrest and adjustments, a 2-seater passenger seat (can be transformed into a table), electric window lifts, heated exterior mirrors with automatic adjustment , interior heating system (recirculation, 4 operating speeds), central locking with remote control, factory underbody protection. The list of optional equipment includes fog lights, a driver's seat with lumbar support and heating, cruise control, a mechanical air conditioning system with a cabin filter, an impulse driver's electric window, a blind spot mirror, and improved blue-red fabric upholstery. In addition, for an additional fee you can get a sound system (MP3/CD, radio, Bluetooth), a driver's seat suspension function, an alarm system, and a retractable tablet for documentation. In terms of safety, the Renault Master-based chassis is equipped by default with a driver's airbag, course stabilization system, emergency braking assistant, ABS, and hill start assistant. Front passenger airbag and driver's side airbag are options.
Security systems equipped with Renault Master
- The Extended Grip system is activated by a button on the dashboard. It allows you to gain traction in unusual difficult conditions, in particular: mud, snow or sand, by detecting a slipping wheel and supplying optimal torque to the drive wheels.
- Additional cornering lights - turn on automatically when you turn the steering wheel.
- Trailer sway support system. When the sensor detects swaying (particularly from strong winds), the engine torque is limited and the brakes on the wheels are applied alternately.
- Advanced Stability Program (ESP) of the latest generation.
- Hill Start Assist system. When the brake pedal is released, the braking force on the disc is extended for approximately two more seconds to prevent the vehicle from rolling back downhill.
- ABS is an electronic brake force distribution system, plus an emergency braking system (EBD).
These are safety systems that are standard on this family of light trucks. The following systems are also offered as additional options.
- Airbags for driver and passengers.
- Automatic differential locking - only for rear-wheel drive versions, increases vehicle mobility in areas with poor road surfaces.
Technical specifications in numbers (for various modification options)
- Overall length: 5.048; 5.548; 5.548; 6,198 m.
- Wheelbase: 3,182; 3.682; 4.332 m.
- Front / rear overhang: 842 / 1,024 mm.
- Rear/front wheel track 1.75/1.73 m.
- Overall width excluding mirrors: 2.07 m; with mirrors: 2.47 m.
- Overall height: 2.294; 2.475; 2.486; 2.731; 2.736 m.
- Load compartment threshold height: 542; 543; 547; 548; 550 mm.
- Minimum ground clearance (full load): 186 178 178 172 169; 172; 178; 186 mm.
- Turning diameter – 12.5; 14.1; 16.2 tons.
- Maximum internal height of the cargo compartment from the floor to the roof lining: 1.7; 1.894; 2,144 m.
- The width of the rear door opening is 1.58 m.
- The internal width between the wheel arches is 1.38 m.
- The width of the cargo compartment is 1.765 m.
- The opening width of the side sliding door is 1.05; 1.27 m.
- Rear door opening height – 1.627; 1.82 m.
- The length of the cargo compartment (loading area) along the floor is 2.583; 3.083; 3.733 m.
- The height of the side sliding door opening is 1.581 1.78 m.
- Load capacity (calculated value) – 2254 kg.
- Curb weight (according to GOST R 52051-2003, taking into account the driver’s weight) –1,891…2,490 kg.
- The volume of the cargo compartment is 7.8...10.3...11.7...12.5...14.1 cubic meters.
Technical characteristics of the new Renault Master
| Engine and gearboxWheel formula | L1 H1 Manual gearbox6 2.3Front | L1 H1 Manual gearbox6 2.3Front | L2 H2 Manual 6 2.3Front | L2 H3 Manual 6 2.3Front | L3 H2 Manual 6 2.3Front | L3 H3 Manual 6 2.3Front | L3 H2 Manual 6 2.3Rear | L3 H3 Manual 6 2.3Rear |
| Engine | ||||||||
| Working volume, cm | 2298 | |||||||
| Number of cylinders/valves | 4/16 | |||||||
| Maximum power according to EEC standards, kW (according to DIN, hp) / at crankshaft speed, rpm | 74 (101) / 3500 | 92 (125) / 3500 | ||||||
| Maximum torque according to EEC standards, N•m / at crankshaft speed, rpm | 285 / 1500 | |||||||
| Injection type | Common Rail | |||||||
| Fuel | Diesel | |||||||
| STEERING | ||||||||
| Turning diameter along the track axis of the outer wheel / at the most distant point of the front bumper, m | 12 / 12,5 | 12 / 12,5 | 12 / 12,5 | 12 / 12,5 | ||||
| FUEL CONSUMPTION | ||||||||
| In the urban cycle, l/100 km | 9,3–9,5 | 9,5–9,8 | 9,5–9,6 | 9,8 | 10–10,1 | 10,1 | ||
| In the suburban cycle, l/100 km | 7–7,1 | 7,1–7,4 | 7,1–7,3 | 7,4 | 8,9–9 | 9 | ||
| Combined cycle, l/100 km | 7,8–8 | 8–8,3 | 8–8,1 | 8,3 | 9,3–9,4 | 9,3–9,4 | ||
| CO2 emissions, g/km | 207–211 | 211–219 | 211–215 | 219 | 263–268 | 268 | ||
| Fuel tank, l | 100 | |||||||
| MASS CHARACTERISTICS | ||||||||
| Curb weight (according to GOST R 52051-2003, taking into account the driver’s weight), kg | 1881–1922 | 1922 | 1965–2002 | 2006–2043 | 2045 | 2085 | 2321–2363 | 2395 |
| Permissible total weight (without trailer), kg | 2800 | 3500 | 3500 | 3500 | 3500 | 3500 | 3500 | 3500 |
| Maximum permitted weight of towed trailer with brake system, kg | 2500 | 3000 | ||||||
| Maximum permissible weight of a towed trailer without a brake system, kg | 750 | |||||||
| Luggage compartment volume, l | 7800 | 7800 | 10300 | 11700 | 12500 | 14100 | 11800 | 12500 |
The Renault Master is a practical van that can suit your needs when it comes to transporting goods. Proven technologies, great transport capabilities, affordable prices, and excellent technical characteristics of Renault Master determine the popularity of this car. A comfortable cabin and high load capacity make everyday tasks easier.
Reviews from drivers and owners of Renault Master
Even with an incomplete load, the Master’s behavior on the road noticeably changes for the better. First of all, this concerns the smoothness of the ride. The “bumping” effect of the rear axle disappears, and the truck stops bouncing on absolutely all bumps. But otherwise, there are no changes: the 2.3-liter diesel engine pulls quietly even with the car fully loaded.
Renault Master accelerates stably and confidently to a cruising speed of 100–110 km/h. At the same time, the driver is not bothered by noise or excessive fuel consumption. On a suburban highway it will not be difficult to meet the quite “passenger” 8 liters per 100 kilometers. In urban conditions, the appetite of the Renault Master diesel engine is within 10-12 liters per 100 kilometers. This is a very worthy result for a truck.
Some drivers note increased vibration load of the diesel engine. This engine at idle speed can fill the cabin with some “tractor” trembling, provoking resonance of some of the plastic trim of the dashboard and doors. But this is almost the only remark, which, perhaps, is simply a subjective opinion.
It is noted that increased attention should be paid to the rear door hinges. They wear out quite quickly, which can cause the doors to begin to sag. Also, the rear doors, if they are not treated with silicone grease before winter, can freeze tightly.
The Masters praise the suspension: according to reviews from drivers and owners of these light-duty vehicles, it is extremely durable and at the same time very comfortable. There is no need to worry about the life of the front suspension: for example, ball joints easily “go” for 100 thousand kilometers. It is as simple as possible: two levers, six silent blocks and four ball joints. The rear springs are metal, but with a coating that resembles plastic. The rear suspension is very strong and you don't have to worry about it at all. If we are talking about regular overloads, then you can further strengthen it with springs from the GAZelle. The quality of the body metal is decent. Chips do not rust for several years. But we can’t say so confidently about the bottom of the car: it is quite susceptible to corrosion.
In general, Renault Master acts on the market as a good alternative to its “classmates” from other automakers - the same Ford Transit, for example. And the price tag on it doesn’t really bite.
Renault Master car price
Prices for the new Renault Master in 2022 start at 1 million 760 thousand rubles. But the cost of most modifications of this car exceeds 2 million rubles. Used trucks of this family are also represented on the market, and quite widely. Prices range from 130 to 600 thousand rubles (previous two generations); 500 – 950 thousand rubles (third generation).
Renault Master trucks are produced exclusively at the SoVAB plant in Batilla, in north-eastern France. This company also produced cargo vans of this brand of the previous two generations.
For the same purposes, a folding backrest for the middle seat is provided (if this is a version of a three-seater cabin). After a simple manipulation, it is transformed into a convenient table on which you can easily place a laptop or any other office equipment designed to make the driver’s work easier (he is also the forwarder, in most cases).
Renault Master
Renault Master is a cargo minibus designed for true professionals. It is practical, versatile, reliable and functional. Balanced technical characteristics, modern electronic systems and a spacious cargo compartment will make this car an ideal business assistant. The low threshold guarantees convenient loading/unloading of luggage. Special fastening elements are provided for reliable and safe fixation of the load on the floor/walls.
