Renault Master

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Renault Master
File:Renault Master III (2019) IMG 4211.jpg
Overview
Manufacturer Renault
Production 1980–present
Body and chassis
Class
Chronology
Predecessor Saviem SG3
Renault 50 series (B series/Messenger)
Nissan Trade
Successor Fiat-based Opel/Vauxhall Movano (for Opel and Vauxhall models)
Renault Maxity (Mascott)

The Renault Master is a large van produced by the French manufacturer Renault since 1980, now in its third generation. It replaced the earlier Renault Super Goélette light trucks.[1] Opel has sold versions of the second and third series vans as the Opel Movano in Continental Europe and Vauxhall Movano in the United Kingdom. All three generations have been designed and manufactured by Renault, irrespective of the brand.

Over its lifetime, several different body styles have been available, from the standard van to bigger models with an increased load area, height, and longer wheelbases with an LWB prefix. Panel vans are very common, but pickups are also available. Heavier duty models of the Master were also sold by (now Volvo owned) Renault Trucks as the B series, later as the Messenger and the Mascott.

First generation (1980)

First generation
File:Renault Master 01.jpg
Overview
Also called
  • Renault B-series
  • Renault Messenger
Production
  • 1980–1997 (Master)
  • 1991–1999 (Messenger)
Assembly France: Batilly[2]
Layout Mid-engine, front-wheel drive [3]
Powertrain
Engine
  • 2.0 L J5R I4 (petrol)
  • 2.2 L J7T I4 (petrol)
  • 2.1 L J8S I4 (diesel)
  • 2.5 L S8U I4 (diesel)
  • 2.5 L S9U I4 (diesel) (1990-1998)
Transmission 5-speed manual
Chronology
Predecessor Renault 50 series
Saviem SG3
Renault Master (rear)

The original Renault Master was launched in September 1980. Originally launched with the 2.4 L (2,445 cc) Fiat-Sofim diesel engine, and from 1984 also with the 2.1 L (2,068 cc) power unit. In rare cases the Master was sold with a 2.0 L or 2.2 L Renault petrol engine.

In 1990, a marginally larger (2499 cc) version of the Sofim diesel replaced the earlier version.

They competed with a number of other manufacturer's products, and completed Renault's commercial range, after the Dodge 50 Series, which was latterly being built as the Renault 50 Series, after Renault's acquisition of the Dodge production facilities in the United Kingdom (at the time of Peugeot's takeover of Chrysler Europe).

The smaller Renault Trafic was also launched in 1980, resulting in a large range of light commercial vehicles.

The Master was distinctively styled with the sliding door design and unusual round door handles, similar to those of the Fiat Ritmo/Strada. The van was manufactured at Renault's then new SoVAB Batilly plant in northeastern France.[4]

Renault B series / Messenger

File:1997 Renault Master 2.5 T35B lwb.jpg
Renault Master facelift

An alternative heavier duty version which appeared almost identical, was sold by Renault Trucks as the Renault B70 to B120. It first appeared as the 70 PS (51 kW) B70 (diesel) and as the 80 PS (59 kW) B80 (petrol) in the end of 1982. It was a light truck with a Renault Master I body on a separate chassis, with rear wheel drive and rear dual wheels.

The B series was offered with a range of alternative body options. As the Master (and the smaller Trafic) both carried manufacturer's plates from Renault's automobile division, RVI's production numbers appeared to plummet as the SG2 and SG3 were gradually replaced. It was introduced in the United Kingdom in 1990, gradually replacing the previous Chrysler Europe-developed Dodge/Renault 50 series.[5]

It was thus decided in 1982 to transfer the new, heavier B series range to RVI.[1] More powerful versions were gradually added, incorporating turbochargers and intercooling.

Although a 4x4 version of the B90 took part in the Paris Dakar Rally in 1987, the "civilian" version of the B90 4x4 truck was unveiled in 1990 only, and was sold until 1999. In 1993, the B series had a grille change and was renamed Messenger.

It was replaced by the Renault Mascott.

1992-1999 Renault Messenger B120 flatbed
1992–1999 Renault Messenger B120 flatbed
Renault Messenger B90 4x4
Renault Messenger B90 4x4

Second generation (1997)

Second generation
Renault Master front 20080326.jpg
Overview
Also called
  • Opel Movano
  • Vauxhall Movano
  • Nissan Interstar
Production 1997–2010
Assembly
Layout
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission
Chronology
Predecessor Nissan Trade
File:Renault Master rear 20080326.jpg
Renault Master rear (1997–2005)

The second generation Renault Master, which arrived in November 1997, was more conventional in appearance and, though primarily developed by Renault, was available from 1998 as the almost identical Opel Movano (badged in the United Kingdom as the Vauxhall Movano), and from Renault's closely related partner Nissan, from whom it was available as the Nissan Interstar from 1999.

This arrangement mirrors the collaboration between these companies on the Master's smaller counterpart, the Renault Trafic; within the industry, similar platform sharing arrangements existed between Fiat and Peugeot/Citroën, and also between Volkswagen and Mercedes.

The second generation of the Renault Master and the third generation of the Iveco Daily share many panels and some components of the cab, including the doors due to an agreement between Iveco and Renault stipulated in July 1994.

The agreement provided for the production and sharing of common components for a total of 120 thousand pieces a year produced in the various factories of Brescia (Italy, Iveco), Suzzara (Italy, Iveco), Valladolid (Spain, Iveco) and Batilly (France, Renault factory).[7]

The Master used the Renault S-Type engine in S9U and S8W/S9W versions, the G-Type engine (G9T) and the Nissan YD engine. Displacements available (not across all chassis/body sizes) included 2.2, 2.5, and 2.8 litres with a range of power outputs.

The van received a mid life major facelift in the end of 2003, with the headlight area being heavily restyled (together with cosmetic changes to rear lights, wing mirrors, and dashboard), resulting in the front end somewhat resembling the smaller Trafic. Like its predecessor, the van was available in a number of sizes and configurations, and was a popular base for conversion to ambulance bodywork.

For the facelifted Master, the 2.8 litre engine option was replaced in some markets with the 3.0 litre ZD3 engine derived from the Nissan ZD30 engine, variants ZD3 200 or 202 for transverse mount front wheel drive arrangements and variants; 600, 604, 606 or 608 for rear wheel drive arrangements. The grille was redesigned in 2007 on Renault-badged models.

  • Facelifted Renault Master (2003–2010)

  • Renault Master white hr 2005.jpg

    Facelifted Renault Master rear (2003–2010)

  • Renault Master II de la préfécture de Police.jpg

    Renault Master II Phase 2 used by french national police in 2017.

  • Opel Movano A (1998–2003), low roof, short wheelbase minibus

  • Opel Movano A (2003–2010), medium roof, long wheelbase minibus

  • Nissan Interstar (1999–2003), high roof, medium wheelbase van

  • 2007 Nissan Interstar 100 SE MWB 2.5 Front.jpg

    Nissan Interstar (2003–2010), medium roof, medium wheelbase van

  • 2003 Vauxhall Movano DTi 3500 MWB 2.2.jpg

    Vauxhall Movano A

Renault Mascott

Renault Mascott
Renault Mascott strasbourg.JPG
Overview
Also called Renault Master LDT/Maxi/Pro/Propulsion
Production 1999–2013
Layout Longitudinal front-engine, rear-wheel drive
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission
  • 5-speed manual
  • 6-speed manual
Chronology
Predecessor Renault B-series
Successor Renault Maxity

Renault Trucks marketed a heavy duty 3.0 L diesel version of the Master with rear-wheel drive and sold it as the Mascott.[8] Other names for this version are: Master Propulsion (France and others), and Master Pro (The Netherlands).[9]

It retained the name Master in Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Macedonia, and Slovenia, Master LDT in Belgium, Master Maxi in Poland, and Master Propulsion in Spain, France, Italy, and Réunion.[10] Available in Europe between 1999 and 2013, it was positioned between the Master and the larger Renault Midlum.[11]

It was available in two states of tune, either 120 PS (88 kW; 118 hp) or 160 PS (118 kW; 158 hp) with five and six speeds respectively.

  • Opt- Renault, stěhovák.JPG

    Pre-facelift Renault Mascott box truck

  • Renault Mascott 160 DXi Sattelzugmaschine.jpg

    Post-facelift Mascott with Semi trailer

  • Renault Mascott semi-remorque - 01.jpg

    Post-facelift Mascott with Semi trailer

Third generation (2010)

Third generation
Renault Master III front 20100504.jpg
Overview
Also called
  • Nissan NV400 (2010-2021)
  • Nissan Interstar (2022–present)
  • Opel Movano (2010–2021)
  • Vauxhall Movano (2010–2021)
Production 2010–present
Assembly
Layout
Powertrain
Engine 2.3 L M9T I4-T (diesel)
Transmission
  • 6-speed manual
  • 6-speed automated manual

A new generation of the Renault Master was introduced in the summer of 2010, again including the rebadged Opel/Vauxhall Movano and Nissan NV400. It is the first time that either the Opel/Vauxhall or Nissan has been available with single/twin rear wheel drive.

The M-type 2.3 litre four cylinder diesel engine is shared by all four marques, and is available in three states of tune, from 100 PS (74 kW; 99 bhp) to 150 PS (110 kW; 148 bhp). Renault Trucks discontinued the Mascott and sold the third generation Master in chassis cab format only, with payloads of up to 2.5 tonnes.[12]

In the United Kingdom, the Movano is available in a large range of height, length and weight configurations, and capable of transporting up to 4,500 kg (9,900 lb).[13] In 2014, the front grille was facelifted on the Renault Master but the facelift did not apply to the Opel/Vauxhall versions. On 18 April 2016, Renault announced starting producing an off-road version of the Renault Master, with a four-wheel drive layout.[14]

In South Korea, FF Layout Master L1H1(S) and L2H2(L) panel van were launched on 15 October 2018. They are imported from France. The first Master in South Korean market will be diesel with manual gearbox. Short version trim(S)'s price are 29,000,000won, Long body van(L)'s price are 31,000,000won. Renault Korea possibly consider the competitors as the Hyundai Starex and Hyundai H350.

In 2019, a facelifted model was introduced for the 2020 model year.

In 2021, the Opel/Vauxhall Movano was discontinued due to the partnership of Opel/Vauxhall with Group PSA, now known as Stellantis, and replaced with a new Movano, based on the Fiat Ducato.

In 2022, the Nissan version reverted back to using the Interstar name.

  • Renault Master rear panel van

  • Renault Master Low Loader (2011–2014)

  • Nissan NV400 Kastenwagen dCi 100 – Frontansicht, 26. April 2014, Düsseldorf.jpg

    Nissan NV400 long wheelbase panel van

  • Opel Movano B medium roof, long wheelbase panel van

  • 2015 Renault Master Mm35 Business DCi 2.3 Front.jpg

    Renault Master (2014–2019)

  • 2015 Vauxhall Movano R3500 L4H3 CDTi 2.3 Front.jpg

    Vauxhall Movano (Pre-facelift)

  • 2020 Renault Master LN35 Business+ facelift 2.3.jpg

    Renault Master (2019–present)

  • 2020 Vauxhall Movano L3H2 F3500 CDTi facelift 2.3.jpg

    Vauxhall Movano (Post-facelift)

Key Master (3rd generation) dimensions[15]
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Length
Height
 L1[lower-alpha 1] L2[lower-alpha 1] L3 (RWD) L3 (FWD) L4[lower-alpha 2]
Exterior 5,075 mm (199.8 in) 5,575 mm (219.5 in) 6,225 mm (245.1 in) 6,875 mm (270.7 in)
WB 3,182 mm (125.3 in) 3,682 mm (145.0 in) 4,332 mm (170.6 in)
Interior[lower-alpha 3] 2,583 mm (101.7 in) 3,083 mm (121.4 in) 3,733 mm (147.0 in) 4,383 mm (172.6 in)
H1 Exterior Interior Volume 8 m3 (280 cu ft) N/A
2,307 mm (90.8 in) 1,700 mm (66.9 in)
H2 2,488–2,557 mm (98.0–100.7 in) 1,894 mm (74.6 in)[lower-alpha 1]
1,798 mm (70.8 in)[lower-alpha 2]		 Volume 9 m3 (320 cu ft) 10.8 m3 (380 cu ft) 13 m3 (460 cu ft) 14.9 m3 (530 cu ft)
H3 2,744–2,815 mm (108.0–110.8 in) 2,144 mm (84.4 in)[lower-alpha 1]
2,048 mm (80.6 in)[lower-alpha 2]		 Volume N/A 12.3 m3 (430 cu ft) 14.8 m3 (520 cu ft) 17.0 m3 (600 cu ft)
Notes
  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Front-wheel drive only
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 Rear-wheel drive only
  3. ↑ Interior width is 1,765 mm (69.5 in) for all versions, 1,380 mm (54.3 in) between the internal wheel arches.

Master Z.E. and E-Tech

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Renault Master Z.E.

The Master Z.E. was introduced in 2018 as a battery electric vehicle with a 33 kW-hr lithium ion battery and the 57 kW (76 hp) "R75" electric traction motor from the contemporaneous Zoe and Kangoo Z.E., providing a driving range of 120 km (75 mi) under the WLTP cycle.[16] Maximum torque output is 225 N⋅m (166 lbf⋅ft). The battery capacity was increased to 52 kW-hr in spring 2022, extending the range to 190 km (120 mi) (WLTP).[17] In the UK, the newer variant with larger range now is marketed as the Master E-Tech instead.[18] It will go on sale in the Australian market in 2024.[19]

The battery can be recharged at 7.4 kW (AC); the newer 52 kW-hr variant adds the ability to use a DC charger, but is limited to 22 kW.[19]

Master Van H2-Tech

At the 2022 Paris Motor Show, HYVIA presented a production version of the Renault Master Van H2-TECH, which runs on hydrogen.[20][21]

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  3. ↑ Personal experience. The engine is fore-and-aft, located under a hatch between the driver and passenger seats, and access is very easy. As I write, there's one parked just outside.
  4. ↑ Renault press release 26 February 2010[permanent dead link]
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  8. ↑ fr:Renault Mascott
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  12. ↑ Renault Trucks Master brochure[permanent dead link]
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LCV Master
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Short distance range (medium duty) Puncher Access D Access/D Cab 2 m
Distribution range (medium/heavy duty) Midlum/Premium Distribution D/D Wide
Long distance range (heavy duty) Premium Route/Magnum T
Construction range Premium Lander/Kerax C/K

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