{"id":6755,"date":"2014-10-14T04:53:54","date_gmt":"2014-10-14T04:53:54","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.vanrental.co.uk\/vanblog\/?p=6755"},"modified":"2014-10-13T17:00:11","modified_gmt":"2014-10-13T17:00:11","slug":"new-renault-trafic-takes-best-mpg-crown-at-2014-mpg-marathon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vanrental.co.uk\/vanblog\/archives\/6755","title":{"rendered":"New Renault Trafic takes Best MPG crown at 2014 MPG Marathon"},"content":{"rendered":"
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All-New Trafic crowned best performing LCV at the 2014 MPG Marathon<\/p><\/div>\n

Renault\u2019s all-new Trafic van has triumphed as the best-performing Light Commercial Vehicle at the 2014 MPG Marathon winning the titles of \u201cBest MPG\u201d, as well as \u201cBest percentage improvement\u201d compared to manufacturer claimed economy figures, in the LCV category.<\/p>\n

Held on the 8th<\/sup> \u2013 9th<\/sup> October, the MPG Marathon is a grueling two-day economy challenge designed to put fuel economy performance claims and eco driving techniques under the spotlight.<\/p>\n

Behind the wheel of Renault\u2019s All-New Trafic SL27 ENERGY dCi 120 Business+, Dan Gilkes, Editor of Van Fleet World, and co-driver, Ray Penford drove the 330-mile varied road route through the Cotswolds and South Wales achieving an overall economy figure of 55.55mpg to take the \u201cBest MPG\u201d title for an LCV.<\/p>\n

That figure is some 15.98 per cent higher than the Trafic\u2019s official EU combined cycle figure of 47.9mpg which was enough for All-New Trafic to also scoop the award for \u201cBest percentage improvement\u201d in the LCV category.<\/p>\n

It’s also significantly more than the 42mpg which is the best I’ve ever achieved in my 12-year old\u00a0Transit —\u00a0highlighting just how much the technology has improved over the last decade.<\/p>\n

Commenting on the Trafic\u2019s performance in the MPG Marathon, Dan Gilkes said:<\/p>\n

\u201cWith a combined fuel figure of 47.9mpg, the Energy dCi 120 Twin Turbo Trafic is already one of the most economical vans in its class, making it tough to improve upon. But, as a number of vehicles struggled to even reach their advertised combined figure, we were more than happy with a final result of 55.5mpg \u2013 the most economical van in the MPG Marathon.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Trafic never missed a beat and was a pleasure to drive, with a quiet comfortable cab and effortless controls. Though maintaining low rpm throughout for maximum economy, the new 1.6-litre twin turbo engine delivers plenty of torque, even at lower engine speeds, allowing higher gears to be used. Even in normal driving conditions, customers should find Trafic an economical yet rapid van.<\/p>\n

\u201cHaving covered 311 miles over the two days, the van was still showing more than 900 miles of available range when we finished! Now that’s a marathon.\u201d added Gilkes.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

The all-new Renault Trafic went on sale in the UK in September available in a choice of three bodystyles \u2013 Panel Van, Crew Van \u2013 to carry up to six people and equipment \u2013 and Passenger, which seats up to nine people in comfort.\u00a0 All-New Trafic is available with a choice of four efficient turbodiesel engines.<\/p>\n

The new Trafic boasts the best load capacities on the market with clever solutions to make the loading area more practical. Innovative features such as keyless entry, touch-screen infotainment, mobile office storage and functionality and sophisticated stability control are available.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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