Foton Tunland vs Renault Master
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Foton Tunland

$39,990 - $49,990

2026 price

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Renault Master

$52,200 - $68,700

2026 price

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Summary

2026 Foton Tunland

2026 Renault Master

By Marcus Craft

By Byron Mathioudakis

Safety Rating

Engine Type

Inline 4, 2.0L

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Fuel Type

Diesel/Electric

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Fuel Efficiency

8.0L/100km (combined)

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Seating

Likes

Price-tag
Roomy cabin
Reasonable off-road

Modern presentation inside and out
Enjoyable to drive
As practical as ever

Dislikes

Under-powered
Annoying driver-assist tech
Needs better off-road tyres

No adaptive cruise control option
No traditional van grab handles inside
No hybrid availability

2026 Foton Tunland Summary

If you’re in the market for a big US-style ute but you’re not keen to spend the big bucks, this Chinese-made workhorse might be right for you.

This is the 2026 Foton Tunland V9-S 4x4. It’s just under six metres long and costs just under $50,000. A lot of ute for the price.

This top-spec Tunland has a 2.0L four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine, a 48V mild-hybrid system, and front and rear diff locks.

So, what is this ute like to drive off-road?

Read on.

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2026 Renault Master Summary

It's only taken the whole decade so far, but the 3.5-tonne van – you know, the really, really big ones – has finally been dragged into the 2020s with the latest version of the Renault Master.

Now in its fourth generation since 1980, this oversized box on wheels from France is said to leapfrog all its ageing rivals as a result, including the Fiat Ducato, Ford Transit, LDV Deliver9, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Volkswagen Crafter that all debuted some years ago now.

So, how does France’s big new van fare? And where’s the promised all-electric version? Read on to find out.

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2026 Foton Tunland 2026 Renault Master

Verdict

You have to give Foton some credit because the 2026 Tunland V9-S 4x4 is a big US-sized ute without the big US-style price-tag.

On the surface this is an impressive vehicle. It’s well-equipped, comfortable, reasonably capable off-road and is generally nice to drive.

But under closer scrutiny, and when driving the Tunland, some substantial flaws soon become obvious, not the least of which is an underdone powertrain and some annoying driver-assist tech.

Still, it is a lot of ute for the money, so the Tunland represents a strong case as a budget buy.

Verdict

There is a lot to like about the latest Renault Master. Leaning on five decades of experience, it proves France knows how to build a comfortable, versatile, practical, enjoyable and quite attractive large van for this decade. A few disappointing specification anomalies do not ultimately detract from a fine, premium workhorse/plaything proposition.

Note: CarsGuide attended this event as a guest of the manufacturer, with travel, accommodation and meals provided.

Foton Tunland vs Renault Master What's the difference?

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Foton Tunland vs Renault Master
What's the difference?