Tradies, if you’re on the hunt for a work van that works as hard as you do, Renault Trafic should be at the top of your list.
It has been a solid favourite for over a decade — and in 2025, it’s better than ever.
All the essentials
Let’s start with what matters most for tradies: space.
Renault Trafic boasts the longest load length in its class — up to a whopping 4.15 metres.
That means more room for ladders, piping, tools, and anything else you may need.
With short or long wheelbase options and up to 6.7m³ of cargo space, there’s no need to leave anything behind.
At just 1.97 metres tall, Trafic slides easily into most underground carparks and tight city spots.
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Don’t just take our word for it, tradies everywhere have been singing Trafic’s praises.
“All our Trafics are fully fitted out with shelves and drawers to take a day’s work with us,” Airconditioning and Electrical Services’ Brett Wright said.
“They’re fully loaded and drive really well despite carrying heavy loads.
“There’s also room to spare no matter what, which is great.”
With up to 16 anchoring points and a 12V power socket in the back, it’s built to secure your gear and keep your tools charged and ready.
Safe and smart
Step inside, and you’re not just getting a van — you’re getting a mobile office. The updated cabin is sleek and practical, with clever seating that flips into a desk so you can bash out a few emails or sort invoices between jobs.
It’s tradie life made simple. Tech-wise, you’re all sorted.
The 8-inch touchscreen comes with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB ports and DAB+ — keeping you connected while you’re on the go. And when it comes to safety, Renault hasn’t cut corners.
You get plenty of gold rated safety features including driver attention and drowsiness alert, adaptive cruise control, lane-departure warning, and Active Emergency Braking System with cyclist and pedestrian detection.
Fuelled up
Under the bonnet, the 2.0L turbo diesel engine packs plenty of punch, and with fuel consumption as low as 6.5L/100km in the EDC automatic, you’re not blowing your bottom line at the bowser.
“I’ve been driving Renault since day-dot,” VDA Electrical’s Peter Van Den Akker said.
“From my point of view, you want a work van that causes you no grief.
“Running cost and efficiency is a big thing and if Renault stays on top of that … that’s gotta be the main thing for tradespeople when it comes to choosing vans.”
An 80L fuel tank and long service intervals mean fewer stops and more time on the tools.
Reliable, roomy, and surprisingly refined, it’s no wonder more Aussie tradies are jumping into this van. Whether you’re on the tools all day or running between job sites, Renault Trafic has your back.
