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Renault Trafic Bus vs Maxus T90 EV comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (34,600 £ vs 56,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Trafic Bus or Maxus T90 EV?

Renault Trafic Bus vs Maxus T90 EV: Key differences

Renault Trafic Bus

  • substantially cheaper
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
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Maxus T90 EV

  • barely more power
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Trafic Bus

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Renault Trafic Bus is substantially cheaper – starting at 34,600 £ , while the Maxus T90 EV costs 56,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,522 £.

T90 EV

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Maxus T90 EV offers barely more power – delivering 177 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 7 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Trafic Bus is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 10.6 s, while the Maxus T90 EV takes 12.3 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Trafic Bus delivers a bit more torque with 380 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

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

In terms of curb weight, Renault Trafic Bus is somewhat lighter – 2,031 kg compared to 2,375 kg. The difference is around 344 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Trafic Bus carries marginally more – 982 kg compared to 925 kg. That’s a difference of about 57 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Trafic Bus is clearly ahead 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 £34,600
Trafic Bus

Renault Trafic Bus

  • Engine Type : Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 110 - 170 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.8 - 7.2 L/100km
Renault Trafic Bus
Maxus T90 EV

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Maxus T90 EV

The Maxus T90 EV arrives as a rugged electric pickup that blends practical utility with surprising refinement, ideal for buyers who want a capable workhorse without diesel fumes. Inside it feels modern and well thought out, while the electric powertrain delivers instant shove and a composed ride that proves going electric doesn't mean losing muscle or character.

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Renault Trafic Bus
Maxus T90 EV

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,600 - 54,400 £
Price
56,100 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
26.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
330 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
179 - 189 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Pickup
Seats
8 - 9
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,031 - 2,352 kg
Curb weight
2,375 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,956 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
718 - 982 kg
Payload
925 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 170 HP
Power HP
177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 16.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 - 380 Nm
Torque
310 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
81 - 125 kW
Power kW
130 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Renault
Brand
Maxus
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