Head to head
Renault Master vs Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Transporter
The Renault Master tows 700kg more and takes loads 18cm longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Towing capacity: the Renault Master tows 700kg more.
- Load length: the Renault Master takes loads 18cm longer.
Specifications side by side
| Renault Master | Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Transporter | |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | 848-873 kg (L1H1); 1254-1551 kg (L2H2); 1157-1384 kg (L3H2); 1377 kg (L3H3) | up to 1.28 tonnes (diesel); up to 1 tonne (electric) |
| Load volume | 9.0-10.8 m3 (L2H2); 13.0 m3 (L3H2); 14.8 m3 (L3H3) | 5.8 m3 (SWB); 6.8 m3 (LWB) |
| Load length | 3225 mm (L2H2); 3855 mm (L3H2/L3H3) | 3050 mm (SWB (with load-through bulkhead)); 3450 mm (LWB (with load-through bulkhead)) |
| Towing capacity | up to 3.5 tonnes | up to 2.8 tonnes (diesel) |
| Gross weight | - | 2800-3350 kg |
Sources: Renault Master, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Transporter. 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 tows 700kg more
- you want one that takes loads 18cm 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 Transporter if...
The Transporter is positioned above budget medium vans on cabin quality and resale value, and stays under 2 metres tall on both wheelbases so it can access multi-storey car parks that rule out taller rivals.
Full Transporter specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Renault Master and the Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Transporter?
The Renault Master tows 700kg more and takes loads 18cm 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 Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Transporter is a medium panel van (T6.1 generation), VW's rival to the Transit Custom and Vivaro..
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