2001 Renault Laguna Initiale Sport Tourer review from UK and Ireland
"FLAWED!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Turbo-Charger blew at 30,000 miles. Fixed by dealer for £1800.
The Laguna's been through 3 clutches and 2 gearboxes - I drive as I've driven every other car, all of which I've never had any problems with clutches or gearboxes!
Tyre Pressure Monitors fail constantly - system removed at 45,000 miles (£80)
Aircon unit failed - £450 to replace! EXTORTION!
ABS light illuminates randomly - faulty sensors.
EGR Valve sticks all the time - cleaned every 3000 miles.
Rear bushes fail periodically.
Rear Parking sensors failed.
ANYONE ELSE HAVING THESE PROBLEMS!?
General comments?
Very comfortable, that's where the good points stop. Renault's customer service is apalling. The Laguna requires some SERIOUS work, although there were improvements in 2005 (The wife has a 2005 55 plate Dynamique, none of the problems I've had and she's covered almost 100,000 miles in 3 years!). My advice would be not to touch any of the earlier examples, they're riddled with electrical gremlins!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 2001 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.2dCi (6) Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 0/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 3/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 22300 miles |
| Most recent distance | 64958 miles |
| Previous car | Renault Safrane |
| Date of Entry | 16th April, 2008 |