Renault Laguna Hatchback 1.9 dCi Dynamique 5d (2001/Y) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Setting aside any reliability issues, you get plenty of ""toys""...elec. sunroof, elec. windows all round, aircon, trip computer, etc.
Costs
Servicing costs were average, but once the faults start to appear, you had better hide your wallet!
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On the road
Driving
Very good handling and comfortable ride, very nice for long journeys.
Performance
Decent performance for a diesel!
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Living with it
Reliability
Expect turbo problems which appear to be common on the DCi models. Mine is now on its 4th unit....
Image
Some might say it's just a Renault, but it has a certain look and style that sets it apart. I like the look, just a shame about the reliability.
Comfort
Ride is not too firm and not as soft and wallowy as other (older) French cars...very good for long journeys along A and B class roads as well as motorways.
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Security and Service
Security
No better or worse than any other I suppose....it never got nicked and never got broken into. Has Cat. 1 alarm as standard.
Service
When the problems start - and they most likely will - don't expect much by way of support from Renault.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
I'll put turbo units in here...these things just love to eat up the odd turbo - I'm now on my 4th having only done 44k miles. And they are not cheap...read the Parker's forums and you'll see this is a common problem!
Other
Discs and calipers were replaced, and rear suspension bushes seem to have a very short life. :-(
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No