MANY LIGHT COMMERCIAL VEHICLES are pressed into service as travelling vans, so the upgrade and revamp of Renault’s large Master van is of interest to many over-50s. The new model arrives in local showrooms in March.
A strong player in the Australian LCV marketplace since it was launched in 2010 Renault Master frequently ranks in the top three in its segment.
Sales have steadily increased from 68 units in 2011 to close to 1600 units in 2019.
“The renewed Master is designed to make the lives of its business and retail customers easier with class leading design, technologies and services available, all supported by the heritage of the Renault brand,” Renault Australia Managing Director, Anouk Poelmann said.
“Starting from $44,490 (plus on road costs) the New Renault Master, like every Renault vehicle is designed for Australians who are confident in their decisions and are prepared to stand apart from those around them,” Poelmann added.
A new, more modern and robust front end
The new Renault Master receives a more robust, expressive and dynamic front end for a common visual identity reinforced with the other models in Renault’s LCV range.
Its new features are:
- the C-shaped lighting signature which represents the identity of the Renault range,
- a new “Urban grey” opaque shade,
- an elevated bonnet line,
- a vertical front grille with a new logo holder, a chrome-finish grid and strip.
A fully revamped interior for more elegance
New Master includes the same focus on comfort, fit and finish as for Renault’s passenger cars. Elegant and functional, it now offers:
- a new dashboard redesigned with sleeker and tauter lines and large opened or closed storage compartments,
- chrome inserts on both air vents and air conditioning buttons,
- new rev-counter and monochrome 3.5” digital screen,
- a new steering wheel with chrome inserts,
- a new black and chrome gear knob,
- new long-lasting upholstery of greater quality,
- full integration of the navigation 7-inch touchscreen into the dashboard’s central part now including Apple CarPlay and Android Auto phone replication
- New Master offers plenty of storage space in the cabin (up to 105 litres) for increased everyday convenience. Including the now standard under-bench storage compartment
A more convenient and optimised loading area
New Master makes the lives of users easier by providing an optimised loading area, which features:
- new LED lighting to work efficiently in any conditions,
- new ergonomic handles for easy entry and exit (at the rear and at the sides equipped with a sliding side door).
Tailor-made solutions
Available with three heights and four lengths, the Renault Master is well adapted to the needs of professionals whatever their use.
- Existing in both traction and propulsion.
- A very wide range of versions with maximum authorized laden masses (from 3.5 to 4.5 tons) and a useful volume ranging from 8 to 17 cubic metres.
- A wide variety of body types: van, bus and platform cab chassis.
Renault Pro+
Renault Pro+ is Groupe Renault’s expert brand. With dealerships located nationally the Renault Pro+ network offers more than just tailor-made products but also tailor-made solutions that meet the needs of all business users.
| Variant | RRP |
| Master MY20 PRO SWB FWD MT 2.3 120kW TT | $44,490 |
| Master MY20 PRO SWB FWD BVR 2.3 110kW ST | $46,990 |
| Master MY20 PRO MWB FWD MT 2.3 120kW TT | $47,490 |
| Master MY20 PRO MWB FWD BVR 2.3 110kW ST | $49,990 |
| Master MY20 PRO LWB FWD MT 2.3 120kW TT | $49,490 |
| Master MY20 PRO LWB FWD BVR 2.3 110kW ST | $51,990 |
| Master MY20 PRO LWB RWD MT 2.3 120kW TT | $51,990 |
| Master MY20 PRO ELWB RWD MT 2.3 120kW TT | $54,990 |
| Master MY20 PRO Bus MY20 PRO LWB FWD BVR 2.3 110kW ST | $62,990 |
| Master MY20 PRO LWB Platform FWD BVR 2.3 110kW ST | $46,490 |
Warranty and Servicing
A three-year/unlimited kilometre warranty as well as class leading service intervals and capped price servicing will support new Master owners.
Service Intervals
The Master range comes with 12 months/up to 30,000km service intervals ensuring customers can get more out of their van with minimal time off the road.
Capped Price Servicing
Master is included in the Renault Capped Price Servicing and Roadside Assistance program with customers now receiving an additional year of Roadside Assist when scheduled services are performed at a Renault Dealer.
- Three services Capped Price (three years or up to 90,000km, whichever occurs first)
- Up to four years Roadside Assistance (when services completed at a Renault Dealer)
Roadside Assistance
Master is eligible for up to four years of 24/7 roadside assistance. The first 12 months are included complimentary, with further renewals of up to four years available when scheduled services performed at a Renault Dealer.
Options and Colours
New Renault Master comes with two solid (Glacier White and Urban Grey) and two Metallic (Star Grey and Pearlescent Black) colours with Metallic paint being offered at a reduced price of $1000.
Renault’s signature bold LCV colours such as Persian Blue (S), Chrome Yellow (S), Orange (S), Carmen Red (S), Caribbean Blue (S), Tempest Blue (M) are available to customers on Forward Order only.
Renault’s popular Trade and Business option packs continue with some slight adjustments with the addition of Convenience Pack available on manual transmission offering extra features such as Auto high/low beam, Lane departure warning, Blind spot warning and Front parking sensors.
| OPTIONS | RRP (AUD) |
| Metallic Paint | 1,000 |
| TRADE PACK (FWD) – Wooden floor- Full height timber wall lining – Rear step (STD ON RWD) – LED ceiling lights |
1,600 |
| TRADE PACK (RWD) – Wooden floor- Full height timber wall lining – LED ceiling lights |
1,600 |
| BUSINESS PACK
– Fog lights – Hands free key card – Chrome interior & exterior trims |
1,000 |
| CONVENIENCE PACK (Manual transmission only)
– Auto high/low beam – Lane departure warning – Blind spot warning – Front parking sensors |
1,000 |
| Left & Right Sliding doors – Glazed (N/A with Trade Pack) | 800 |
| Right sliding door | 800 |
| Isringhausen Driver suspension seat – no driver side airbag (N/A with single passenger seat) | 800 |
| Single passenger seat – dual side airbags (N/A with driver suspension seat) | 200 |
| Differential lock (RWD only) | 1,000 |
Engines
The powerful yet efficient 2.3L Turbocharged diesel engine remains, producing 120kW in a 6-speed manual and 110kW in a 6-speed automated gearbox.