Head to head
Renault Master vs Vauxhall Movano
The Vauxhall Movano holds 1 cubic metres more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Load volume: the Vauxhall Movano holds 1 cubic metres more.
Specifications side by side
| Renault Master | Vauxhall Movano | |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | 848-873 kg (L1H1); 1254-1551 kg (L2H2); 1157-1384 kg (L3H2); 1377 kg (L3H3) | 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 | 9.0-10.8 m3 (L2H2); 13.0 m3 (L3H2); 14.8 m3 (L3H3) | 10.0 m3 (L2H1); 13.0-15.0 m3 (L3H2/L3H3); 17.0 m3 (L4H3) |
| Towing capacity | up to 3.5 tonnes | 2500 kg (diesel, standard); 3000 kg (diesel, Heavy) |
| Load length | 3225 mm (L2H2); 3855 mm (L3H2/L3H3) | - |
Sources: Renault Master, Vauxhall Movano. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Master if...
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 Movano if...
- you want one that holds 1 cubic metres 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 Master and the Vauxhall Movano?
The Vauxhall Movano holds 1 cubic metres more. 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 Vauxhall Movano is a large panel van built on the same platform as the Renault Master, offered in diesel and electric..
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