Renault Master vs Holden Colorado
What's the difference?

Renault Master

$52,200 - $68,700

2026 price

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Holden Colorado

$15,990 - $43,995

2020 price

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Summary

2026 Renault Master

2020 Holden Colorado

By Byron Mathioudakis

By Marcus Craft

Safety Rating

Engine Type

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Diesel Turbo 4, 2.8L

Fuel Type

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Diesel

Fuel Efficiency

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8.7L/100km (combined)

Seating

Likes

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

Very torquey engine
Nice ride and handling
Reasonable off-road capability

Dislikes

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

Basic cabin
Noisy engine
Roll-away tonneau cover is fiddly

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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2020 Holden Colorado Summary

The Holden Colorado is a quiet achiever in the ute market: it has a solid rep as a work-and-play vehicle, generally records positive results in objective editorial reviews and comparisons, and it sells well.

But how does a Z71 do as a tow vehicle? Read on.

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2026 Renault Master 2020 Holden Colorado

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.

Verdict

The Holden Colorado Z71 is a pretty decent towing machine, handling all aspects of general load-lugging duties with a quiet reliable efficiency. In simple terms, it kept the whole ute-and-van combination trucking along nicely.

The Z71 is a solid Colorado package all-round with some welcome flashiness to its functionality.

Renault Master vs Holden Colorado What's the difference?

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Renault Master vs Holden Colorado
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