Head to head
Renault Master vs Toyota Proace
The Renault Master takes loads 71cm (2.5ft) longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Load length: the Renault Master takes loads 71cm (2.5ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Renault Master | Toyota Proace | |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | 848-873 kg (L1H1); 1254-1551 kg (L2H2); 1157-1384 kg (L3H2); 1377 kg (L3H3) | 1375 kg (L1, 2.0D 145); 1226 kg (L1, 2.0D 180); 1335 kg (L2, 2.0D 145); 1000 kg (BEV, 75kWh) |
| Load volume | 9.0-10.8 m3 (L2H2); 13.0 m3 (L3H2); 14.8 m3 (L3H3) | 5.3 m3 (L1); 6.1 m3 (L2) |
| Load length | 3225 mm (L2H2); 3855 mm (L3H2/L3H3) | 2512 mm (L1); 2862 mm (L2) |
| Towing capacity | up to 3.5 tonnes | 2300 kg (braked (2.0D 180)) |
Sources: Renault Master, Toyota Proace. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Master if...
- you want one that takes loads 71cm (2.5ft) longer
The Master's twin-rear-wheel derivatives at 3,500-4,500 kg GVW give it some of the highest payloads in its class, and its towing capacity of up to 3.5 tonnes suits trades that also pull a trailer.
Full Master specifications →Buy or hire the Proace if...
The Proace gives Toyota a stake in the medium-van class using Stellantis-group platform sharing, competing directly with the Transit Custom, Trafic and Vivaro on payload and load volume rather than on any distinct Toyota engineering.
Full Proace specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Renault Master and the Toyota Proace?
The Renault Master takes loads 71cm (2.5ft) longer. The Renault Master is a large panel van offered from 2.8t to 4.5t GVW, a common choice for removals and long-distance trade fleets.; the Toyota Proace is a medium panel van offered in diesel and battery-electric, sharing its platform with the Vauxhall Vivaro and Peugeot Expert..
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