Renault has released its latest generation of Trafic van onto the New Zealand market with a new generation twin-turbocharged 1.6-litre common rail diesel engine and a price tag just under $50,000.
The 103kW/340Nm four-cylinder engine offers combined fuel economy of 6.2L/100km thanks to a 6-speed manual gearbox, and C02 emissions are 164g/km.
Renault New Zealand spokesman Sal Marti says the company would like to offer an automatic transmission option as well, but this is under negotiation with the factory and he could not confirm a timeframe.
But Marti confirmed that New Zealand bound vans will arrive with a full metal bulkhead between the seats and cargo area, and he says the cabin seats three people comfortably.
Parking sensors and a reversing camera are standard equipment as are daytime running lights.
The vehicle offers manual air-conditioning rather than climate but cruise control, and a speed limiter are also standard equipment, the Bamboo Green paint however is an extra cost option.
