About Renault's van range
Renault's UK van line-up runs from the Kangoo, a small van suited to tradespeople, delivery work and anyone who wants easy parking with a genuine load area, up through the Trafic, a mid-size van commonly chosen by builders and small fleets needing more payload and racking space, to the Master, the large van in the range and a particularly popular base for motorhome, minibus and other specialist conversions thanks to its size and payload options.
Renault has a long-standing presence in the UK commercial vehicle market, with the Trafic and Master in particular having built a solid reputation with trade and fleet buyers over many years. The Master's popularity as a conversion base means it's not unusual to see examples adapted for campervan, minibus or specialist body use, which is worth bearing in mind when you're browsing rather than assuming every Master on the market is still in standard panel-van form.
Because Renault vans have such a long fleet and trade history in the UK, the used market is generally well stocked across all three sizes, from ex-fleet Kangoos and Trafics to converted and unconverted Masters. With converted vehicles in particular, it's worth checking what work has been done and by whom, since a conversion can affect both the van's value and how straightforward it is to finance.
Financing a Renault van
Renault dealers and the manufacturer's finance arm are one way to fund a Kangoo, Trafic or Master, and it's worth checking what they offer, especially on new stock. But it's only one route, and comparing independent lenders alongside the dealer's offer can turn up terms that fit your situation better, particularly if you're buying to convert or use the van outside a standard trade role.
Whichever route you use, compare the same fundamentals: total repayable amount over the full term, deposit required, term length, any conditions around mileage or modifications (relevant if you're planning a conversion), and whether the finance product matches how you'll actually use the van. It's worth running the numbers through our HP van finance calculator and affordability calculator before committing, so you can see the real cost and check the repayments sit comfortably alongside your other outgoings.
Given that Renault vans span such a wide range of uses — from daily trade work to conversion projects — it can be worth comparing lenders that focus on vehicle finance specifically. Blue Motor Finance works through dealers and brokers and is generally associated with considering a range of credit profiles, while Moneybarn similarly specialises in vehicle finance and looks at applications across varied credit histories. Both can be worth adding to your comparison if a mainstream lender hasn't offered terms that work for you, though final terms always come down to the lender's own assessment of your circumstances.
FAQ
Q: Can I get finance for a Renault Master that's been converted into a campervan or minibus?
A: It depends on the lender and the nature of the conversion — some of our panel lenders will consider converted vehicles, so it's worth comparing a few rather than assuming a converted van can't be financed.
Q: Is a used Renault van harder to finance than a new one?
A: Not necessarily, though older or higher-mileage vans can affect the deposit, term or rate a lender is willing to offer, so it's worth checking a few lenders' general approach to used vehicles.
Q: Should I use Renault's own finance or compare independently?
A: Both are worth considering — manufacturer finance can be convenient, especially with a new van, but comparing it against independent lenders helps confirm whether it's genuinely the best fit for your budget.
Compare these lenders
- Blue Motor Finance — worth comparing because it works through dealers and brokers and is generally associated with considering a range of credit backgrounds.
- Moneybarn — worth comparing because it specialises specifically in vehicle finance, including for less straightforward circumstances like conversions.