- Flexible and fuel-efficient 2.0-litre turbo-diesel engine
- Comfortable ride and competent dynamics
- Supportive front seats
- Good forward visibility
- For manual transmission, light clutch has good feel
- Sluggish 1.9-litre turbo-diesel engine
- Steering wheel can obstruct instrument panel and lacks tilt adjustment
Renault X83.I Trafic (2004-07)
Overview
Released in April 2004, the Renault X83 Phase I (X83.I) Trafic was a two-seat van. Powered by a 1.9-litre turbo-diesel (‘dCi) four-cylinder engine mated to a six-speed manual transmission, the X83.I Trafic was available in three variants: L1 H1, L2 H1 and L2 H2 (see dimensions below). Furthermore, the X83.I Trafic was initially available in four editions: Base, Air, Comfort and Integral. The editions, however, were discontinued from 2005, leaving a single, unnamed variant that had the same equipment and features levels as the Base edition.
| Variants | Editions | Years | Engine | Trans. | Peak power | Peak torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L1 H1, L2 H1, L2 H2 |
Base, Air, Comfort, Integral |
2004 | 1.9-litre turbo-diesel I4 | 6sp man. | 74 kW at 3500 rpm | 240 Nm at 2000 rpm |
| [Unnamed] | 2005-07 |
| L1 H1 | L2 H1 | L2 H2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cargo Volume | 5.0 m2 | 5.8 m2 | 8.36 m2 |
| Length | 4782 mm | 5182 mm | 5182mm |
| Wheelbase | 3098 mm | 3498 mm | 3498 mm |
| Load platform length | 2400 mm | 2800 mm | 2800 mm |
| Maximum exterior height | 1959 mm | 1958 mm | 2492 mm |
| Interior height | 1387 mm | 1387 mm | 1887 mm |
| Interior width between wheel arches | 1268 mm | 1268 mm | 1268 mm |
| Maximum interior width | 1904 mm | 1904 mm | 1904 mm |
| Payload | 1200 kg | 1200 kg | 1200 kg |
| Towing weight – braked | 2000 kg | 2000 kg | 2000 kg |
| Towing weight – unbraked | 750 kg | 750 kg | 750 kg |
Safety equipment
Standard safety equipment for the X83.I Trafic included a driver’s airbag and four disc brakes; the Integral was also equipped with a front passenger airbag, ABS and electronic brake force distribution.
Features
Standard features for Trafic Base included a two speaker sound system with CD player, air recycling mode, a height adjustable steering wheel with audio controls, height adjustable driver’s seat, 180-degree opening rear doors, tinted glass, heat reflecting windscreen, interior lighting, adjustable side anchorage points and an immobiliser.
The Trafic Air was further equipped with air conditioning and a cooled glovebox, while the Comfort and Integral were also equipped with remote central locking and power windows and mirrors.
Renault X83.II Trafic (2007-10)
Overview
Released in May 2007, the Renault X83 Phase II (X83.II) Trafic introduced a new 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine and improved equipment levels. The L2 H2 variant was discontinued and, in 2008, the range was expanded with the introduction of a semi-automatic ‘Quickshift’ transmission. The clutchless ‘Quickshift’ transmission featured two driving modes: a flick-shift manual mode and a full automatic mode.
| Variants | Engine | Trans. | Years | Peak power | Peak torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L1 H1, L2 H1 |
2.0-litre turbo-diesel I4 | 6sp man. | 2007-10 | 85 kW at 3500 rpm | 290 Nm at 1600 rpm |
| 6sp semi-auto | 2008-10 |
Safety equipment
Safety equipment for the X83.II Trafic was enhanced with ABS and front seatbelts with pretensioners and load limiters fitted as standard; electronic stability control was optional for manual models.
Features
Additional standard features included air conditioning, remote central locking and power windows and mirrors.
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Renault X83.III Trafic (2010-14)
Overview
Released in October 2010, the X83 Phase III (X83.III) Trafic introduced additional safety equipment and features. The interior was also updated, with a new sound system, trip computer and chrome-ringed gauges; the passenger bucket seat was also replaced with a bench seat, giving the X83.III Trafic three seating positions.
| Variants | Engine | Trans. | Peak power | Peak torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| L1 H1, L2 H1 |
2.0-litre turbo-diesel I4 | 6sp man., 6sp semi-auto |
85 kW at 3500 rpm | 290 Nm at 1600 rpm |
Safety equipment
Compared to its X83.II predecessor, standard safety equipment was enhanced to include dual front airbags (previously only a driver’s airbag).
Euro NCAP testing
In Euro NCAP testing , a 2012 Renault Trafic – that was fitted with a driver’s airbag but not a front passenger airbag – received a two star safety rating which included a 58 per cent adult occupant protection rating and a 79 per cent child occupant protection rating.
Features
Standard features for the X83.III Trafic were extended to include a four speaker sound system with MP3-compatibility, Bluetooth connectivity, cruise control and 12 volt power outlet.
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