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Renault Trafic Bus vs Dacia Bigster comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (38,200 £ vs 20,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Trafic Bus or Dacia Bigster?

Renault Trafic Bus vs Dacia Bigster: Key differences

Renault Trafic Bus

  • marginally more power

Dacia Bigster

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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter

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

Trafic Bus

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.

Dacia Bigster is significantly cheaper – starting at 20,600 £ , while the Renault Trafic Bus costs 38,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,677 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Dacia Bigster uses 4.7 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Renault Trafic Bus with 6.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2 L/100km.

Bigster

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 Renault Trafic Bus offers marginally more power – delivering 170 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 12 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Dacia Bigster is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 9.7 s, while the Renault Trafic Bus takes 10.6 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Trafic Bus delivers noticeably more torque with 380 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Renault Trafic Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Dacia Bigster is clearly lighter – 1,425 kg compared to 2,031 kg. The difference is around 606 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Trafic Bus carries clearly more – 982 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 517 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Dacia Bigster holds a decisive overall lead 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.

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Bigster

Dacia Bigster

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 158 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.7 - 7.2 L/100km
Renault Trafic Bus
Dacia Bigster

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Renault Trafic Bus

The Renault Trafic is a practical people-carrier that prefers sensible space and smart flexibility to showroom gloss, making it a top pick for families, shuttle operators or anyone ferrying a crowd without fuss. It’s comfortable, economical in everyday running and blessedly uncomplicated — not the most glamorous vehicle, but brilliantly dependable when you need it to be.

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Dacia Bigster

The Bigster is poised to redefine the SUV segment with its bold design and spacious interior, catering to the needs of both families and adventure seekers alike. Emphasizing sustainability and practicality, this model reflects a modern approach to automotive engineering, making it a compelling choice for environmentally conscious drivers. With its striking presence on the road, the Bigster not only captures attention but also embodies a new era of versatile mobility.

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Renault Trafic Bus
Dacia Bigster

Costs and Consumption

Price
38,200 - 54,400 £
Price
20,600 - 28,100 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 7.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
175 - 189 g/km
co2
106 - 134 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
80 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
SUV
Seats
8 - 9
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,031 - 2,352 kg
Curb weight
1,425 - 1,611 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
546 - 667 L
Length
5,080 - 5,480 mm
Length
-
Width
1,956 mm
Width
1,813 mm
Height
1,973 - 1,974 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
3,200 - 4,000 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
718 - 982 kg
Payload
434 - 465 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 170 HP
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 16.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
161 - 174 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 - 380 Nm
Torque
230 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
81 - 125 kW
Power kW
103 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,799 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
Renault
Brand
Dacia
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