Renault Bus/minibus
Renault Minibuses & Passenger Vehicles
Renault covers passenger transport from the compact nine-seat Trafic Passenger to larger Master-based minibuses used by schools, community groups and private-hire operators. Diesel versions remain the mainstay of the range, while the latest Master E-Tech Electric also provides a modern zero-emission platform for specialist passenger conversions.
Renault Trafic Passenger
The Trafic Passenger is Renault's factory-built nine-seat passenger van, combining three rows of seating with the manageable dimensions and driving position of a conventional mid-sized van. Short- and long-wheelbase versions are available, while removable rear seating allows passenger space to be traded for luggage capacity. It suits larger families, hotel transfers, sports teams, private hire and organisations that need more seats without moving to a full-size minibus.
Price From: £45,385
Powertrain: Diesel
Engine: 2.0-litre Blue dCi diesel
Power: 110 hp / 150 hp / 170 hp, specification dependent
Transmission: 6-speed manual / 9-speed automatic, specification dependent
Seats: Up to 9 occupants
Typical Licence: B
Drive: Front-wheel drive
Body Lengths: Short wheelbase / long wheelbase
Boot Capacity: Up to 6.0 m³ with seating removed
Typical Use: Larger families, hotel transfers, sports teams, private hire and group transport
Renault Master Minibus
The Master provides the basis for Renault's larger minibus conversions, giving operators much more flexibility than the smaller Trafic Passenger. UK converters offer layouts ranging from compact nine-passenger versions to 17-passenger minibuses, with removable seating, tracked floors and wheelchair-accessible configurations available. The latest Master also brings a more modern cab and updated diesel engines while retaining the large, square passenger area that makes it well suited to school, community and private-hire work.
Price From: POA / conversion dependent
Base Vehicle: Renault Master
Powertrain: Diesel
Engine: 2.0-litre Blue dCi diesel
Power: 150 hp / 170 hp, conversion and specification dependent
Transmission: 6-speed manual / 9-speed automatic, specification dependent
Seats: 9–17 passengers, conversion dependent
Typical Licence: D1 / D, depending on seating and vehicle specification
Drive: Front-wheel drive / rear-wheel drive, specification dependent
Body Lengths: Multiple wheelbase and roof-height options
Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible layouts available with tracked floors and passenger lifts
Wheelchair Capacity: Up to 4 wheelchair users on some conversions
Typical Use: Schools, community transport, private hire, care services and accessible transport
Renault Master E-Tech Electric Minibus
The Master E-Tech Electric provides a modern zero-emission base for specialist minibus conversions, using the same new-generation Master body as the diesel model but replacing its engine with Renault's latest electric drivetrain. Its large battery and substantially improved range make it much more practical than earlier electric Master conversions, particularly for community transport, shuttle services and accessible routes with predictable daily mileage.
Price From: POA / conversion dependent
Base Vehicle: Renault Master E-Tech Electric
Powertrain: Electric
Power: 105 kW / 140 hp
Torque: 300 Nm
Battery: 87 kWh
Range: Up to 254 miles WLTP for the base vehicle, conversion dependent
Charging: AC and DC charging
Seats: Conversion dependent
Typical Licence: D1 / D, depending on seating and vehicle specification
Drive: Front-wheel drive
Body Lengths: Multiple conversion-ready chassis and platform lengths available
Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible electric minibus conversions available
Typical Use: Community transport, shuttle work, care services and zero-emission accessible transport
Renault Master Shuttle E-Tech
The Master Shuttle E-Tech takes Renault's new-generation electric Master well beyond a conventional van conversion. Designed and manufactured in France by Renault Vehicle Innovation, it uses a dedicated full low-floor passenger architecture with 14 configurable seats and is classified as an M2 Class B vehicle. It is aimed at on-demand transport, suburban and rural routes, hotel and airport shuttles and other passenger services that need something more specialised than a conventional Master minibus without moving to a larger bus.
Price From: POA
Base Vehicle: Renault Master E-Tech Electric
Powertrain: Electric
Power: 105 kW / 140 hp
Battery: 87 kWh
Seats: Up to 14 passengers
Vehicle Class: M2 Class B
Typical Licence: D1, depending on vehicle specification and entitlement
Drive: Front-wheel drive
Accessibility: Low-floor passenger layout
Typical Use: Hotel transfers, airport shuttles, community transport and private hire
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