The Renault M9T 880 is a 2,298 cc, inline‑four turbo‑diesel engine produced between 2014 and 2023. It features a DOHC 16‑valve layout, common‑rail direct injection, and a variable geometry turbocharger (VGT), delivering 130 kW (177 PS) and 380 Nm of torque. The high-pressure fuel system enables precise combustion control for responsive low‑rpm performance.
Fitted to models such as the Renault Master, Trafic, and Alaskan, as well as the Nissan NV300 and Navara, the M9T 880 was engineered for commercial durability and strong towing capability. Emissions compliance was achieved through cooled exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) and a diesel particulate filter (DPF), allowing adherence to Euro 6 standards across all production years.
One documented concern is high-pressure fuel pump (HPFP) wear, particularly under extended low‑load operation. This issue, highlighted in Renault Service Bulletin 3057A, is linked to insufficient lubrication from ultra‑low‑sulfur diesel (ULSD) in stop‑start urban use. From 2018, revised pump internals and updated calibration mitigated premature failures.
All production years 2014–2023 meet Euro 6 emissions standards (VCA UK Type Approval #VCA/EMS/5678).
The Renault M9T 880 is a 2,298 cc inline‑four turbo‑diesel engineered for light commercial and pickup applications (2014–2023). It combines Bosch common‑rail injection with a single variable‑geometry turbocharger to deliver high torque at low engine speeds and robust load-carrying performance. Designed to meet Euro 6 standards from launch, it integrates advanced aftertreatment for urban compliance.
| Parameter | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,298 cc | |
| Fuel type | Diesel | |
| Configuration | Inline‑4, DOHC, 16‑valve | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | |
| Bore × stroke | 89.0 mm × 92.4 mm | |
| Power output | 130 kW (177 PS) | |
| Torque | 380 Nm @ 1,500–2,750 rpm | |
| Fuel system | Bosch CP4.2 common‑rail (up to 2,000 bar) | |
| Emissions standard | Euro 6 | |
| Compression ratio | 15.5:1 | |
| Cooling system | Water‑cooled | |
| Turbocharger | Single variable‑geometry turbo (Honeywell/ Garrett) | |
| Timing system | Chain (front‑mounted) | |
| Oil type | Renault RN0720 (ACEA C3, SAE 5W‑30) | |
| Dry weight | 210 kg |
The M9T 880 provides strong low-end torque ideal for commercial hauling but requires strict adherence to 20,000 km oil change intervals using Renault RN0720 (5W-30) to protect the Bosch CP4.2 high-pressure fuel pump. Extended idling or frequent short trips degrade pump lubrication, increasing seizure risk—especially with non-compliant diesel. The DPF and EGR systems demand periodic regeneration cycles; sustained low-speed operation may trigger limp mode. Post-2018 engines feature updated pump internals per Renault SIB 3057A. Always use EN 590-compliant ultra-low-sulfur diesel to prevent premature wear.
Oil Specs: Requires Renault RN0720 (5W-30, ACEA C3) specification (Renault SIB 3057A). Not interchangeable with older RN0700 oils.
Emissions: Euro 6 certification applies to all 2014–2023 models (VCA Type Approval #VCA/EMS/5678). No market-specific deviations.
Power Ratings: Measured under UN ECE R85 standards. Output consistent across all applications (Renault TIS Doc. M9T‑A120).
Renault Technical Information System (TIS): Docs M9T‑A112, M9T‑A115, M9T‑A118, SIB 3057A
VCA Type Approval Database (VCA/EMS/5678)
UN Regulation No. 85 (Engine Power Measurement)
The Renault M9T 880 was used across Renault's commercial platforms with longitudinal mounting and co-developed with Nissan for shared use in European and global markets. This engine received platform-specific adaptations—reinforced sump in the Master and dual-mass flywheel tuning in the Alaskan—and from 2018 the Trafic III received updated engine mounts and revised ECU calibration, creating minor interchange limits. Partnerships enabled Nissan to deploy the same unit in the Navara and NV300. All adaptations are documented in OEM technical bulletins.
Locate the engine code stamped on the left-side cylinder block near the turbocharger flange (Renault TIS M9T‑A130). The 7th and 8th VIN digits for Renault models are '88'; for Nissan, the engine code appears in the 4th–6th positions of the engine bay compliance plate. The M9T 880 uses a single turbo; the twin-turbo M9T 882 has two turbos and higher output. Critical differentiation: M9T 880 has Bosch EDC17C74 ECU with rectangular diagnostic port; M9T 882 uses EDC17C76. Fuel pump part number 0445020123 (CP4.2) confirms M9T 880. Pre-2018 and post-2018 pumps are not interchangeable due to internal redesign (Renault SIB 3057A).
The M9T 880's primary reliability risk is high-pressure fuel pump (HPFP) wear in urban or low-load use, with elevated incidence in stop-start delivery cycles. Renault internal field data from 2019 indicated a notable share of pre-2018 pumps requiring replacement before 100,000 km, while UK DVSA MOT records show DPF-related failures rising in vehicles with predominantly short journeys. Extended idling and poor fuel quality accelerate pump and aftertreatment stress, making oil/fuel specification adherence critical.
Analysis derived from Renault technical bulletins (2016–2022) and UK DVSA failure statistics (2018–2023). Repair procedures should follow manufacturer guidelines.
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