El Renault Master is commercial vehicle largest marketed by the French firm. It is currently in its third generation that was launched on the market in 2010.
The first generation of the Master hit the market in the year 1980 and remained on sale, with various changes and versions, until 1997. As a curiosity, Renault marketed the 50 Series version based on the Dodge 50 Series.
The second generation, which arrived on the market in the year 1997 was developed together with Nissan, Opel and Vauxhall, for which their Interstar and Movano sisters were born.
Technical characteristics Renault Master
El Renault Master it is available with bodies of different lengths and passenger compartments. Depending on the body we can distinguish: 3 different heights, 4 lengths, van version, long cab, floor cabin or passenger transport (Combi and Bus).
cabin versions H1 They have an external height of 2,31 meters; the H2 measure 2,50 meters and finally, the H3 measure 2,81 meters high. For its part, the body variants L1 (short) measure exactly 5,03 meters long, the medium bodies L2 and L3 reach 5,54 meters and 6,19, for the long body L4 stay at 6,68 meters.
The maximum load that the Master can carry ranges from 2.800 kilos in version L1H1 up to 4.500 kilos of the Large Volume Propulsion L4H3 version. The wheelbase ranges from 3,18 meters for the L1 version to 4,33 meters for the L4 body.
In the case of the version Combi y Bus, the passenger compartment is approved to accommodate from 2 to 17 occupants inside.
Mechanical range and Renault Master gearboxes
The mechanical range of Renault Master It is formed by a diesel cycle block corresponding to the family DCi Energy. It has 2.3 liters displacement, four cylinders and turbo (double in the most powerful versions) to offer its performance in several steps: 110, 130, 145, 165 and 170 CV.
As standard, all five versions send their strength to the rear axle. In any case, and as an option, there is the possibility of having four-wheel drive with mechanical differential lock. The gearbox available is manual with 5 or 6 relations, not contemplating, nor as an option a type transmission automatic.
Equipment Renault Master
For Renault Master, the chances of that you can incorporate in the Spanish market are grouped according to the type of bodywork. There are versions Van, Combi y Chassis Cab which in turn are available with different lengths and load capacities.
From the most basic completion, the Master incorporates elements such as traction and stability controls or tire pressure warning. The main downside is leaving as optional equipment the speed control, the air conditioning or the airbag for the passenger.
If we move up the range and access the versions for passengers Combi y Bus, the equipment is more complete. In this case the Master will incorporate rear view camera in the rear-view mirror, infotainment system with touch screen and integrated navigator, connection Bluetooth with auxiliary USB sockets or a greater number of airbags.
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Renault Master and its rivals
The main rivals of Renault Master are his brothers, Opel Movano y Nissan NV400. Next to them are the Citroën Jumper, Peugeot Boxer, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, Fiat Ducato o Volkswagen Crafter.
To differentiate itself from its rivals, the Master offers a reliable mechanical range and durable and multiple bodywork possibilities. On the contrary, the French salesman cannot compete with his rivals for modernity, quality of its finishes or possibilities of security equipment.
The Renault Master of Km0 and second hand
El Renault Master, is one of the most demanded industrial and large passenger vehicles in Spain. For this reason, the number of units available on the market for kilometer zero or second hand is generous. The depreciation average is located in a discreet 37,5 percent.
If we are interested in acquiring a unit of second hand, we can access a Master Combination second generation (year 2010) with an average of 82 thousand kilometers valued at $15.400. The mechanics is a diesel cycle with 2.5 liters and 120 CV of power, a 5-speed manual gearbox and capacity for 9 passengers (including adaptation for people with reduced mobility).
In case you are looking for a Master zero kilometer, or management, we find units registered in 2018 (third generation) for 23 thousand euros. The chosen bodywork is Chassis Cab open box that accommodates the mechanics diesel 2.3 liter dCi 110 hp, 6-speed manual gearbox and T L2 3500 finish.
Highlights
- Wide range of bodies to choose from
- Loading capacity
- Reliable and frugal mechanics
Improvable Points
- Wingspan and maneuverability L4H3 bodies
- equipment possibilities
- Quality of finishes
Renault Master prices
The price range of Renault Master for the Spanish market (without subtracting possible discounts and promotions) starts in the $19.400 for the Chassis Cab version. Associated mechanics is access diesel 2.3 liter dCi 110 hp, with 6-speed manual gearbox, rear axle drive and finishing T L2 3500.
at the top of the range Master, there is the Bus L3H2 passenger body. The mechanics correspond to the biturbo diesel block 2.3 liter dCi Energy 165 hp with a 6-speed manual gearbox and propulsion that starts its rate in the $30.500. To this rate will have to add the different packages and optional equipment.
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