Head to head
Renault Trafic vs Vauxhall Vivaro
The Renault Trafic holds 0.5 cubic metres more and takes loads 3cm longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Load volume: the Renault Trafic holds 0.5 cubic metres more.
- Load length: the Renault Trafic takes loads 3cm longer.
Specifications side by side
| Renault Trafic | Vauxhall Vivaro | |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | 1092 kg (L1H1); 1092 kg (L2H1) | 1173 kg (Medium, diesel 120hp); 1326 kg (Medium, diesel 150hp manual); 1121-1294 kg (Long/XL, diesel); 1210 kg (electric, Medium) |
| Load volume | 5.8 m3 (L1H1); 7.8 m3 (L2H1) | 5.3 m3 (Medium); 6.1 m3 (Long/XL) |
| Load length | 2537 mm (L1H1); 2937 mm (L2H1) | 2512 mm (floor (Medium)); 2862 mm (floor (Long/XL)) |
| Towing capacity | - | 2500 kg braked (diesel, 150hp) |
Sources: Renault Trafic, Vauxhall Vivaro. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Trafic if...
- you want one that holds 0.5 cubic metres more
- you want one that takes loads 3cm longer
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 →Buy or hire the Vivaro if...
The Vivaro is Vauxhall's medium-van answer to the Transit Custom, with Medium and Long/XL body lengths and a battery-electric option aimed at fleets moving to zero-emission urban delivery.
Full Vivaro specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Renault Trafic and the Vauxhall Vivaro?
The Renault Trafic holds 0.5 cubic metres more and takes loads 3cm longer. The Renault Trafic is a medium panel van sharing its platform with the Vauxhall/Opel Vivaro.; the Vauxhall Vivaro is a medium panel van built on the same platform as the Renault Trafic, offered in diesel and electric..
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