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Fiat Ducato vs Renault Trafic Bus – Which one offers the better deal?

Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: Fiat Ducato or Renault Trafic Bus?

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

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Fiat Ducato has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34300 £, while the Renault Trafic Bus costs 38200 £. That’s a price difference of around 3916 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Trafic Bus manages with 6.70 L and is therefore to a small extent more efficient than the Fiat Ducato with 7.50 L. The difference is about 0.80 L per 100 km.

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Fiat Ducato has a evident edge – offering 270 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 100 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Renault Trafic Bus performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Fiat Ducato tops out at 165 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Fiat Ducato pulls a bit stronger with 450 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm difference.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Renault Trafic Bus offers significantly more seating capacity – 9 vs 3.

In curb weight, Renault Trafic Bus is minimal lighter – 2031 kg compared to 2125 kg. The difference is around 94 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the Fiat Ducato performs clearly better – up to 17000 L, which is about 13000 L more than the Renault Trafic Bus.

When it comes to payload, Fiat Ducato clearly takes the win – 2020 kg compared to 982 kg. That’s a difference of about 1038 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Fiat Ducato shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £34,300
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Fiat Ducato

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 120 - 270 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.5 - 9 L
  • Electric Range : 430 km
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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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Renault Trafic Bus

The Renault Trafic Bus is a versatile and spacious option for those needing to transport multiple passengers comfortably. With its modern design and practical features, it is well-suited for both business and leisure purposes. Its efficient engine and smooth handling make it a reliable choice for long journeys.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34300 - 57800 £
Price
38200 - 54400 £
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 9 L
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 7.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
430 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 233 g/km
co2
175 - 189 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
90 L
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Bus
Seats
3
Seats
8 - 9
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
2125 - 2940 kg
Curb weight
2031 - 2352 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5413 - 6678 mm
Length
5080 - 5480 mm
Width
2050 - 2100 mm
Width
1956 mm
Height
2254 - 2774 mm
Height
1973 - 1974 mm
Max trunk capacity
10000 - 17000 L
Max trunk capacity
3200 - 4000 L
Payload
560 - 2020 kg
Payload
718 - 982 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
120 - 270 HP
Power HP
110 - 170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 16.5 s
Max Speed
90 - 165 km/h
Max Speed
161 - 180 km/h
Torque
320 - 450 Nm
Torque
300 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
88 - 200 kW
Power kW
81 - 125 kW
Engine capacity
2184 cm3
Engine capacity
1997 cm3

General
Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Renault

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What drive types are available for the Fiat Ducato?

The Fiat Ducato is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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