Question 1

Which new Renault cars are still sold with a diesel engine?

Accepted Answer

Only the Trafic Passenger, the nine-seat version of the Trafic van. The Clio, Captur, Symbioz, Austral and Rafale are now sold as petrol or hybrid models, and the Renault 4, Renault 5, Megane and Scenic as electric cars.

Question 2

Is the new Renault Trafic Passenger available as an automatic?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the 150 hp Blue dCi comes with a manual or an automatic gearbox, and the 170 hp only as an automatic. The 110 hp entry engine is manual only.

Question 3

Can you drive a Renault Trafic Passenger on a car licence?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a standard car licence (category B) covers vehicles with up to eight passenger seats besides the driver, so the nine-seat Trafic Passenger qualifies. Carrying passengers for hire or reward has its own rules.

Question 4

Does a new Renault Trafic Passenger need AdBlue?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the Blue dCi engines inject AdBlue to cut NOx emissions, topped up through a separate filler. They meet Euro 6, so the Trafic Passenger can drive in London's ULEZ without paying the daily charge.

New Renault diesel cars in the UK

Renault Trafic LL30 Blue dCi 130 Extra [Safety] Van

Renault Trafic SL30 Blue dCi 130 Extra [Safety] Van

Renault Trafic LL30 Blue dCi 130 Advance [Safety] Crew Van

Renault Trafic SL30 EXTRA DCI

Renault Trafic SL30 ADVANCE DCI

Renault Trafic LL30 Blue dCi 150 Extra [Safety] Van

Renault Trafic LL30 Blue dCi 150 Extra [Safety] Van

Renault Trafic LL30 Blue dCi 150 Advance [Safety] Van EAG9

Renault Trafic SL30 Blue dCi 150 Extra [Safety] Van EAG9

Renault Trafic LL30 Blue dCi 150 Extra [Safety] Van