Head to head
Renault Trafic vs Vauxhall Movano
The Vauxhall Movano holds 4.2 cubic metres more and carries 358kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Load volume: the Vauxhall Movano holds 4.2 cubic metres more.
- Payload: the Vauxhall Movano carries 358kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Renault Trafic | Vauxhall Movano | |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | 1092 kg (L1H1); 1092 kg (L2H1) | 1450 kg (L2H1, 3.5t diesel); 1375 kg (L3H2, 3.5t diesel); 2030 kg (L4H2 Heavy, 4.25t diesel); 1480 kg (L3H2, 4.25t electric) |
| Load volume | 5.8 m3 (L1H1); 7.8 m3 (L2H1) | 10.0 m3 (L2H1); 13.0-15.0 m3 (L3H2/L3H3); 17.0 m3 (L4H3) |
| Load length | 2537 mm (L1H1); 2937 mm (L2H1) | - |
| Towing capacity | - | 2500 kg (diesel, standard); 3000 kg (diesel, Heavy) |
Sources: Renault Trafic, Vauxhall Movano. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Trafic if...
The Trafic competes on load volume in the medium-van class, with the L2 long-wheelbase version offering close to 8 m3 without stepping up to a large van.
Full Trafic specifications →Buy or hire the Movano if...
- you want one that holds 4.2 cubic metres more
- you want one that carries 358kg more
The Movano mirrors the Renault Master's engineering and payload spread, and its Heavy derivatives at 4.25t GVW give UK fleets a way to boost payload past 2 tonnes without a driver needing a C1 licence upgrade beyond the standard 3.5t threshold on the base models.
Full Movano specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Renault Trafic and the Vauxhall Movano?
The Vauxhall Movano holds 4.2 cubic metres more and carries 358kg more. The Renault Trafic is a medium panel van sharing its platform with the Vauxhall/Opel Vivaro.; the Vauxhall Movano is a large panel van built on the same platform as the Renault Master, offered in diesel and electric..
Which carries more, the Renault Trafic or the Vauxhall Movano?
The Vauxhall Movano, by 358kg.
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