Head to head
MAN TGE TGE vs Renault Trafic
The MAN TGE TGE holds 5.5 cubic metres more and takes loads 2.32m (7.5ft) longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Load volume: the MAN TGE TGE holds 5.5 cubic metres more.
- Load length: the MAN TGE TGE takes loads 2.32m (7.5ft) longer.
- Payload: the MAN TGE TGE carries 147kg more.
Specifications side by side
| MAN TGE TGE | Renault Trafic | |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | 1239 kg (Standard WB, normal roof, 3.5t FWD); 1131 kg (Long WB, high roof, 3.5t FWD); 1059 kg (Extra Long WB, super-high roof, 3.5t FWD); 920 kg (5.0t RWD) | 1092 kg (L1H1); 1092 kg (L2H1) |
| Load volume | 11.3 m3 (Standard WB, high roof); 18.4 m3 (Extra Long WB, super-high roof) | 5.8 m3 (L1H1); 7.8 m3 (L2H1) |
| Load length | 4855 mm (Extra Long WB) | 2537 mm (L1H1); 2937 mm (L2H1) |
| Towing capacity | 3000 kg braked (3.5t derivatives); 3500 kg braked (5.0-5.5t derivatives) | - |
Sources: MAN TGE TGE, Renault Trafic. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the TGE if...
- you want one that holds 5.5 cubic metres more
- you want one that takes loads 2.32m (7.5ft) longer
- you want one that carries 147kg more
The TGE offers the same body shell and volume options as the Crafter it shares a factory with, but adds a 5.5t rear-wheel-drive derivative not available on the VW, aimed at fleets wanting a heavier payload without a 7.5t truck.
Full TGE specifications →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 →Common questions
What is the difference between the MAN TGE TGE and the Renault Trafic?
The MAN TGE TGE holds 5.5 cubic metres more and takes loads 2.32m (7.5ft) longer. The MAN TGE TGE is a large panel van engineered alongside the Volkswagen Crafter, offered from 3.0t to 5.5t GVW.; the Renault Trafic is a medium panel van sharing its platform with the Vauxhall/Opel Vivaro..
Which carries more, the MAN TGE TGE or the Renault Trafic?
The MAN TGE TGE, by 147kg.
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