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Fiat Ducato vs Renault Master Bus comparison

Compare performance (140 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (41,200 £ vs 36,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Ducato or Renault Master Bus?

Fiat Ducato vs Renault Master Bus: Key differences

Fiat Ducato

  • somewhat more efficient
  • barely lighter
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Renault Master Bus

  • slightly cheaper
  • markedly more power
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Ducato

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Renault Master Bus is slightly cheaper – starting at 36,600 £ , while the Fiat Ducato costs 41,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,570 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Fiat Ducato uses 7.5 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the Renault Master Bus with 8.7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.2 L/100km.

Master Bus

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Renault Master Bus offers markedly more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 40 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Master Bus delivers moderately more torque with 400 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

Ducato

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Renault Master Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat Ducato is barely lighter – 2,165 kg compared to 2,189 kg. The difference is around 24 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Fiat Ducato carries markedly more – 2,020 kg compared to 1,254 kg. That’s a difference of about 766 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Master Bus is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £36,600
Master Bus

Renault Master Bus

  • Engine Type Diesel
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 135 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 8.7 - 10.7 L/100km
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Fiat Ducato

The Fiat Ducato is a no-nonsense workhorse that turns practicality into an artform, with a cavernous, flexible load area and predictable, car-like driving manners that make long days behind the wheel far less tedious. It’s equally at home with a tradesman’s kit or a camper conversion, offering sensible packaging, easy servicing and the sort of reliability that keeps surprises—and down-time—to a minimum.

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The Renault Master Bus is a no-nonsense people carrier that trades flash for practicality, offering generous space for passengers and luggage with a sensible, robust feel. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want comfort and reliability over glamour — think dependable transport with a dash of French charm and a wry smile.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
41,200 - 43,900 £
Price
36,600 - 43,200 £
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 10.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
198 - 217 g/km
co2
227 - 280 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
105 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Bus
Seats
3
Seats
6 - 9
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,165 - 2,230 kg
Curb weight
2,189 - 2,361 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
5,075 - 5,575 mm
Width
2,050 mm
Width
2,070 mm
Height
-
Height
2,290 - 2,486 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,840 - 4,840 L
Payload
1,315 - 2,020 kg
Payload
939 - 1,254 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 HP
Power HP
135 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
-
Max Speed
150 - 165 km/h
Torque
350 Nm
Torque
360 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
103 kW
Power kW
99 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
2,184 cm3
Engine capacity
2,299 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Renault
What drive types are available for the Fiat Ducato?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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