MY26 Renault Trafic gains tech upgrades, nine-speed auto for new model year

The Renault Trafic van has received a round of technical upgrades for 2026 that deliver improved fuel economy results, lower emissions, 2500kg towing capacity across the range, and adaptive cruise control on Premium and Lifestyle variants.

Due in Australian showrooms from this month, the MY26 Renault Trafic is now available with a nine-speed ‘torque converter’ automatic transmission for smoother gear shifts, replacing the previous six-speed ‘EDC’ twin-clutch automatic.

The fuel consumption rating of new automatic variants has been trimmed to 6.2L/100km according to ADR 82/01 (down from the previous figure of 6.5L/100km).

The 2.0-litre four-cylinder diesel engine has been upgraded to Euro 6 emissions standards while retaining the previous power and torque outputs (125kW/380Nm).

Towing capacity has been upgraded to 2500kg, compared to 1630kg (long wheelbase) and 1680kg (short wheelbase) for the previous automatic variants.

Adaptive cruise control is now standard on Premium and Lifestyle models.

The MY26 Renault Trafic carries over safety upgrades introduced last year – which earned it a Gold Star Commercial Van rating by ANCAP –  as well as a number of equipment changes that delivered improved levels of comfort and convenience.

Among the standard equipment upgrades to Pro van models was a factory-fitted steel bulkhead with a glazed window – to reduce road noise – and a clever fold-down ‘table’ with an upright document holder that transforms the middle seat into a workstation when stowed flat. 

The middle seat workstation also has a hidden compartment to secure a lap-top computer, keeping it out of sight and hard to find when the vehicle is unattended.

The factory-fitted steel bulkhead with a glazed window, and the middle seat workstation – previously an option on Pro van models – are now standard on both Pro and Premium models.

In addition, Premium versions of the MY26 Renault Trafic have a hidden storage compartment below the left passenger seat, which can be used to stow valuables such as a lap top bag or a tool bag – or to accomodate extra long lengths of building materials.

The hidden storage area can be accessed either by lifting the lower cushion of the left passenger seat, or by opening the metal door from the cargo hold.

A metal divider under the front of the left passenger seat stops items sliding into the footwell.

In this configuration – and with the left passenger seat still in use – Premium versions of the MY26 Renault Trafic van can carry lengths of timber, conduit or PVC pipe that are 2.9 metres in length (short wheelbase) or 3.3 metres in length (long wheelbase). 

With the metal divider under the seat in the open position – and with the left passenger seat not in use – Premium versions of the MY26 Renault Trafic van can carry lengths of timber, conduit or PVC pipe that are 3.5 metres in length (short wheelbase) or 3.9 metres in length (long wheelbase).

Following the delivery of the 20,000th Renault Trafic since the nameplate was introduced in Australia in 2004, the revamped MY26 range is due in showrooms from February 2026, in plenty of time for the lead-up to the end of the financial year.

“June is historically the biggest month of the year for commercial vehicle sales and, demonstrating our commitment to the Australian market, we have introduced a number of changes to the MY26 Renault Trafic line-up,” said Glen Sealey, the General Manager of Renault Australia.

“With long driving range and long service intervals, the MY26 Renault Trafic is a compelling proposition for businesses that need to keep moving,” said Mr Sealey. 

“The MY26 Renault Trafic delivers less down time in an industry when time is money. If a van is your tool of trade, we say the Renault Trafic is your best business partner.”

Ensuring the MY26 Renault Trafic has minimal downtime – so drivers can spend more time on the road – it has longer service intervals (30,000km or 12 months, whichever comes first), a larger fuel tank (80-litre capacity) and a better fuel-efficiency rating on the combined cycle (6.2L/100km, automatic) compared to most rivals.

Other advantages of the MY26 Renault Trafic versus key rivals: reflector-style LED headlights instead of halogen lamps, tyre pressure monitors, storage space under the middle and passenger seats, and an additional wide-view mirror on the passenger’s sun visor on Premium models.

Highlights on the MY26 Renault Trafic range include:

•    New nine-speed automatic
•    Euro 6 emissions upgrade
•    Lower fuel economy rating (6.2L/100km as per ADR 82/01)
•    Towing capacity 2500kg across the range
•    Adaptive cruise control on Premium and Lifestyle versions
•    Driver attention monitor and drowsiness alert
•    Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) button*
•    QR rescue code
•    Autonomous emergency braking (AEB) with pedestrian and cyclist detection (in addition to car-to-car detection)
•    Bulkhead with glazed window (all models except Crew Pro)
•    Middle seat work station and document holder with hidden lap-top storage (all models except Crew Pro and Crew Lifestyle)
•    Automatic low/high beam bi-LED reflector-style headlights

The ADAS button* on the dashboard offers direct access to an on/off switch for ADAS features.

The ADAS button also gives drivers the option of “perso” mode, allowing the option of a personal favourites setting to activate or deactivate certain features at the press of a button.

QR Rescue code – a digitised bar code on the windscreen – gives first responders quick access to the vehicle’s structural and technical information in the event of a crash.

 

Introductory recommended retail prices for MY26 Renault Trafic listed below exclude on-road costs such as registration and stamp duty:

•    SWB Pro 2.0L diesel automatic: $52,990
•    SWB Premium 2.0L diesel automatic: $56,990
•    LWB Pro 2.0L diesel automatic: $54,990
•    LWB Premium 2.0L diesel automatic: $57,990
•    LWB Crew Lifestyle 2.0L diesel automatic: $64,990

The MY26 Renault Trafic is available with a choice of up to six exterior paint colours.

Glacier White is no-cost option, Urban Grey is a $500 option, and metallic colours are an $900 option (Jet Black, Comet Grey, Highland Grey, Carmin Red).

 

Fast facts: MY26 Renault Trafic 2.0L diesel:

• Engine: 2.0-litre four-cylinder diesel (EU6)
• Power: 125kW @ 3500rpm
• Torque: 380Nm @ 1500rpm
• Transmission: Nine-speed ‘torque converter’ automatic or six-speed manual
• Driven wheels: Front
• Fuel tank: 80 litres
• Consumption average (rating label): 6.2 to 7.2L/100km (depending on the model)
• Service intervals: 30,000km or 12 months (whichever comes first)

 

In addition to the MY26 Renault Trafic upgrades, each model has the following specification highlights.

MY26 Renault Trafic Pro models come standard with:

•    Bulkhead with glazed window (van only)
•    Passenger work station bench (van only)
•    Automatic low/high beam headlights
•    Chrome interior trim (Crew only)

 

MY26 Renault Trafic Premium models come standard with:

•    7-inch driver display in the instrument cluster
•    LED cabin lighting
•    Half-painted rear bumper
•    Painted tail-light column

 

MY26 Renault Trafic Lifestyle models come standard with:

•    7-inch driver display in the instrument cluster
•    Painted side body moulding
•    Fully painted rear bumper
•    Under-seat storage (rear seats)

 

Main options on the MY26 Renault Trafic Pro:

Unglazed window on the right sliding door (van only): $800
Glazed windows on the rear 'barn' doors (180-degree opening): $400
17-inch alloy wheels: $1000

Trade Pack: $2000
•    Anti-slip wooden floor
•    Full height cargo area wall lining
•    Heavy duty battery
•    Anti-theft spare wheel basket
•    LED lights in the ceiling

Peace Of Mind Pack: $1200
•    Front and side parking sensors
•    Blind spot warning
•    Traffic sign recognition 
•    Power folding door mirrors

Comfort Pack (van): $1200
•    Front fog lights
•    Tyre pressure warning
•    Rain sensing wipers
•    ‘Credit card’-style sensor key and push-button start
•    Wide view mirror in passenger sun visor
•    Auto dimming rear view mirror

Comfort Pack (crew): $1000
•    Front fog lights
•    Tyre pressure warning
•    Rain sensing wipers
•    ‘Credit card’-style sensor key and push-button start

 

Main options on the MY26 Renault Trafic Premium:

•    Glazed tailgate window: $0
•    No right sliding door: $0
•    Left and right sliding doors – with glazed windows (N/A with Trade Pack): $400
•    17-inch alloy wheels (N/A with Business Pack): $1000

Trade Pack: $2000
•    Anti-slip wooden floor
•    Full height cargo area wall lining
•    Heavy duty battery
•    Anti-theft spare wheel basket
•    LED lights in the ceiling

Business Pack: $2200
•    Climate control air-conditioning
•    Factory tinted rear windows
•    17-inch alloy wheels
•    Heated driver’s seat
•    Embedded navigation system
•    Over-speed prevention
•    Painted door mirror scalps
•    Painted body side mouldings
•    Fully painted rear bumper

Options on the MY26 Renault Trafic Lifestyle:

Tailgate with glazed window: $0

 

The MY26 Renault Trafic van range has service intervals of 30,000km or 12 months (whichever comes first) and is covered by a five year/unlimited kilometre warranty.

Assured service pricing is applicable for the first five routine maintenance visits up to five years or 150,000km (whichever comes first).