- Economical 2.5-litre turbo-diesel engine
- Safe and predictable handling
- Cabin lacks sound insulation
- No steering wheel adjustment
Review: Renault X70.I Master cab chassis (2004-07)
Overview
Released in August 2004, the Renault X70 Phase I (X70.I) Master cab chassis was powered by a 2.5-litre turbo-diesel engine mated to a six-speed manual transmission. The Master was initially available in two editions, Air and Integral, though the latter was discontinued after 2004. In May 2005, a semi-automatic ‘Quickshift’ transmission was introduced and featured two driving modes: a flick-shift manual mode and a full automatic mode.
| Edition | Engine | Trans. | Years | Peak power | Peak torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air | 2.5-litre turbo-diesel I4 |
6sp man. | 2004-07 | 84 kW at 3500 rpm | 290 Nm at 1600 rpm |
| 6sp semi-auto | 2005-07 | ||||
| Integral | 2.5-litre turbo-diesel I4 |
6sp man. | 2004 |
| X70 Master cab chassis | |
|---|---|
| Payload | 1868 kg (man.)/1860 kg (semi-auto) |
| Braked towing | 2000 kg |
| Unbraked towing | 750 kg |
| Load platform length | 3714 mm |
| Length | 5869 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3654 mm |
| Width | 1990 mm |
| Height | 2256 mm |
Safety equipment
Standard safety equipment for the Master Cab Chassis Air included a driver’s airbag, ABS, electronic brakeforce distribution, brake assist and a driver’s seatbelt pretensioner and load limiter. The Integral added a passenger’s airbag and front seatbelts with pretensioners and load limiters.
Features
Standard features for the Master Cab Chassis Air included a two speaker sound system with CD player, air conditioning, chilled glovebox, heat-reflecting windscreen, trip computer and immobiliser. The Integral was further equipped with remote central locking, heated power mirrors, power windows and motion-sensing alarm.
Review: Renault X70.II Master cab chassis (2007-09)
Overview
Released in May 2007, the X70 Phase II (X70.II) Master cab chassis featured a revised line-up, Euro IV compliant engines, improved equipment levels and interior trim. The editions were discontinued, as was the six-speed manual transmission. Furthermore, the 2.5-litre turbo-diesel (‘dCi’) engine was more powerful, producing an additional 4 kW and 10 Nm.
| Edition | Engine | Trans. | Peak power | Peak torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | 2.5-litre turbo-diesel I4 | 6sp semi-auto | 88 kW at 3500 rpm | 300 Nm from 1600 rpm |
Safety equipment
Compared to its X70.I predecessor, safety equipment was improved with dual front airbags and front seatbelts with pretensioners and load limiters fitted as standard.
Features
Standard features were also extended to include cruise control and power windows.
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