2001 Renault Laguna Sports tourer 3.0 litre petrol

Summary:

I consider I have been unlucky as the car has good looks, is comfortable and an excellent ride

Faults:

From new, car would start intermittently.

Bad gear changing.

Car would die at low rev's.

General Comments:

So far the car has been off the road for 15 weeks in first year.

I don't believe the dealer mechanics understand the technology to sort problems and repair.

Very poor back up and response from Renault. Until I employed a solicitor no one seemed interested.

Have replaced main computer (UCH). Starter Motor, Ignition System, new keys,

Navigation System and other parts involving computers.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know

Review Date: 9th September, 2002

29th Jun 2003, 22:50

Hmmmm...some things never change. When they sold Renaults in my country (USA, and thankfully, they don't sell'em here anymore), quality control was AWFUL! The overall design and engineering was fine, but the horrid assembly and low quality of parts used sabotaged the vehicles. The name Renault is no longer taken seriously in the automotive world in North America, and that's not only unfair, but really too bad, but Renault has only itself to blame.

2001 Renault Laguna Dynamique 3.0 V6

Summary:

Depreciation will kill you! But then who cares? I don't

Faults:

New wheel was leaking around valve.

Power Steering Leak

Drivers lumbar support cable broke

Lock mechanism on petrol cap broke.

General Comments:

Apart from the above minor points the car has been great, with 210bhp on tap you never have to worry about lack of power.

Unlike some of my previous cars Renault have introduced a new type of Air-con unit that from what I can tell doesn't sap any noticeable power when it's on.

Huge difference in dealer support, the one I bought from is useless for service, but the two I now use are fantastic, so good that I have bought another Renault from one of them.

I previously had a Laguna 1, which again also had a few minor problems, but it did 80k miles in three years and the main mechanics were perfect.

This version comes with the part cow interior which so far is holding up well - even with three rug-rats.

More toys than toys'r'us.

My only concern long term is those tyre pressure sensors - will they stand the test of time.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 19th June, 2002

2001 Renault Laguna privilage 1900dci

Summary:

Car has potential, aftercare non-existent

Faults:

Brakes cause steering to vibrate

Loud rattling from exhaust

Tyre pressure sensor failure (replace twice in a week)

Gearbox failure

All within a week of purchase.

General Comments:

Although this car has a lot going for it on paper, the fact of the matter is that if anything goes wrong, Renault customer service are not interested. Dealer knowledge is also lacking. It's a shame as the car is a fine looking and comfortable alternative to the likes of the Mondeo and Vectra.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No

Review Date: 14th June, 2002

2001 Renault Laguna Dyanamique 1.8

Summary:

Good motorway cruiser

Faults:

Power Steering failure

Brakes not properly bleed when new

Engine surging

Lots of minor things.

General Comments:

The car, although looking good, the reliability is not as I would expect from a brand new car.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No

Review Date: 10th May, 2002