Diesel · 2014–now
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All about the Renault Trafic 3All about the 2.0 dCi (Renault-Nissan M9R) engine
The 2.0 dCi (Renault-Nissan M9R) engine was fitted to the Renault Trafic 3 (2014–now). In the EU that is 52.5 % of all new cars of this generation.
Versions: 2.0 150 hp, 2.0 110 hp, 2.0 145 hp, 2.0 120 hp, 2.0 170 hp.
The most expensive known risk is DPF clogging, oil level rising from regenerations: it usually appears at 80,000–250,000 km and costs €100–1,800 to fix.
✓ The faults of this engine were checked against sources (10/2026). Each item has at least two independent sources or an official recall or parts-maker technical note.
Signs: DPF warning, limp mode; oil level climbs above max (fuel in the oil), mostly with short trips
Fix: Check the differential pressure sensor and its wiring first; change diluted oil early with RN0720 oil; ask a dealer by VIN for open technical campaigns before replacing the filter
Signs: Power loss, limp mode, EGR fault codes
Fix: Check the EGR connector and wiring for corrosion, then clean or replace the valve
Signs: Oil level drops quickly between services, low oil warning
Fix: Check the oil level often and ask a Renault dealer for the injection ECU recalibration
Signs: Whine, jumps out of gear
Fix: Gearbox rebuild
Signs: Bubbling paint
Fix: Rust repair
Signs: Slipping, high bite point
Fix: Replace clutch kit
Signs: Rattle at idle, vibration pulling away
Fix: Replace with clutch
Signs: Judder in town traffic, jerks or delay when pulling away, clatter at low speed, overheating warning in slow traffic or on hills
Fix: First a software update and clutch adaptation reset; if wear values are at the limit, replace the double clutch and check the input-shaft seals for oil on the clutch
Signs: Gearbox warning, refuses to engage a gear or drops into neutral while driving, limp mode, faults on the gearbox control unit or a speed sensor
Fix: Read the gearbox control unit with Renault-level diagnostics, update the software and relearn; replace the faulty sensor, actuator or control unit if the fault stays
Typical routine maintenance cost for 100,000 km: €2,400–5,750. Sum of the services and wear parts in the plan above (about 15,000 km a year, independent workshop), without faults.
Intervals and typical prices for the Renault Trafic 3 with the 2.0 dCi (Renault-Nissan M9R) engine. The app gives the exact plan for your mileage.
| Item | Interval | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| DPF health check (soot / ash load)Emissions | every 20,000 km | €0–60 |
| Engine oil + oil filterEngine | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €70–150 |
| Cabin (pollen) filterClimate | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €15–40 |
| Brake fluidBrakes | every 24 months | €50–95 |
| A/C service (regas + desiccant)Climate | every 24 months | €70–150 |
| Air filterEngine | every 30,000 km or every 24 months | €15–45 |
| Fuel filterFuel | every 30,000 km or every 24 months | €40–110 |
| Glow plugsEngine | every 100,000 km | €120–300 |
| Auxiliary (serpentine) beltEngine | every 120,000 km | €70–180 |
| Coolant replacementCooling | every 150,000 km or every 96 months | €70–150 |
| Timing chain inspection (listen on cold start)Engine | every 150,000 km | €0–120 |
| Manual gearbox oilTransmission | every 150,000 km | €60–130 |
| Front brake padsBrakes | usually at 30,000–60,000 km | €60–150 |
| Front brake discs + padsBrakes | usually at 60,000–120,000 km | €150–320 |
| Rear brake padsBrakes | usually at 50,000–90,000 km | €50–130 |
| Tyres (set of 4)Wheels | usually at 40,000–60,000 km | €320–700 |
| Wiper bladesBody | checked at service | €20–50 |
| 12V batteryElectrical | checked at service | €100–220 |
| Version | Share | Years | CO₂ | Fuel use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 Diesel1,997 cm³ · 110 kW (150 hp) | 27.6 % | 2021–2025 | 188 g/km | 7.1 L |
| 2.0 Diesel1,997 cm³ · 81 kW (110 hp) | 6.9 % | 2021–2025 | 185 g/km | 7.1 L |
| 2.0 Diesel1,997 cm³ · 107 kW (145 hp) | 6.2 % | 2019–2023 | 192 g/km | 6.6 L |
| 2.0 Diesel1,997 cm³ · 88 kW (120 hp) | 5.3 % | 2019–2022 | 190 g/km | 6.7 L |
| 2.0 Diesel1,997 cm³ · 125 kW (170 hp) | 4.7 % | 2019–2025 | 194 g/km | 7.3 L |
Source: European Environment Agency (EEA), monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars, CC BY 4.0. CO₂ and fuel use are official type-approval values (WLTP from 2021), not real-world consumption.
Recalls the manufacturer published in the United Kingdom for this model (19). The same recalls usually apply across Europe. Ask an authorised dealer to check by VIN whether your car is affected and whether the work has been done.
The faults with the highest risk: DPF clogging, oil level rising from regenerations (80,000–250,000 km, €100–1,800); gearbox bearing / 6th gear (PF6) (120,000–250,000 km, €800–1,600); rust (doors, sills) (100,000–300,000 km, €300–1,500); EGR valve faults (incl. connector corrosion) (80,000–200,000 km, €150–700).
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5W-30 · Renault RN0720 · ~6.0 L · every 15,000 km.
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Main sources for the faults of this engine:
Faults, intervals and prices are indicative and collected from public sources and owner experience; always rely on the service book and a qualified workshop. Test statistics: DVSA – Anonymised MOT tests and results, Open Government Licence v3.0. Dutch tests: RDW Open Data (CC0). Engine versions: EEA, monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars (CC BY 4.0, DG CLIMA). Owner complaints: NHTSA ODI (public domain). Recalls: DVSA Vehicle Safety Branch Recalls Database, OGL v3.0. Brand and model names are trademarks of their owners and are used only to describe the vehicles. How we check the data →
Updated 29/10/2026