Renault has upgraded its Trafic van and passenger models with new electric power steering tuned for comfort and precision. The system lowers steering effort, especially for city driving and parking, while making the steering feel smoother and course changes easier.
Renault says on-centre stability has improved on open roads, and it has adjusted the number of lock-to-lock turns to balance agility in town with stability outside it.
The braking system now uses twin-piston front calipers and larger discs, rising from 296 × 28 mm to 320 × 30 mm. Renault says the setup reduces pedal effort and provides more progressive braking, giving drivers finer control in all conditions.
Safety, Comfort and Interior Updates
A driver attention monitoring camera is added, and reversing cameras are now standard across the range. Renault says they simplify parking in tight spaces and improve safety in cities.
Trafic Van models get dark grey marl fabric upholstery with blue stitching, which Renault says is more wear-resistant and gives a more refined cabin. New 17-inch steel wheels with more aerodynamic trims are also available in single-colour and two-tone finishes.
A Faster Multimedia System
The touchscreen grows to 10 inches, two inches larger than before, and responds twice as quickly. The OpenR Link system comes in two configurations, both supporting wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
The version with navigation and apps now uses HERE mapping in place of TomTom. Versions with second or third-row seats get four USB-C ports per row, delivering up to 80 W. LED lighting is standard in the cabin and load area.
Range and Conversion Ecosystem
The Trafic comes in L1 and L2 lengths with a manual gearbox or a nine-speed EDC automatic. The line-up includes a crew van with the “converted by Renault” label, passenger and wheelchair-accessible versions, and the Escapade leisure model.
Renault works with 300 certified conversion partners. The “converted by Renault” programme offers a single point of contact, one invoice and one warranty covering the vehicle and its conversion.
The built-in “convertor companion” app lets converters place equipment controls on the central touchscreen. Drivers of a refrigerated van, a mobile workshop or an emergency vehicle can operate the added equipment there, without extra switches on the dashboard.