2003 Renault Laguna privelege review from UK and Ireland
"Reasonable first try"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Since new I have experienced problems with the six speed gearbox. Changing up from first or down from third, I have difficulty getting second - this can be extremely dangerous at roundabouts. Local dealer has now replaced the synchromesh and second gear and change is slightly improved. However, the gear box tends to be rather "clunky" as one changes gear - leaving radio on tends to make the clunking sound less obvious. Having bought the turbo for speed, I am very impressed, but would have appreciated an uprated gearbox to allow changes to be carried out fast and smooth. I had a problem initially with the tyre pressure monitors which tended to get "upset" at low temperatures, but this was eventually cleared.
General comments?
Replace gearbox with one suited to uprated engine to allow fast and smooth gear change. Low mpg found, but that maybe due to the turbo.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 turbo petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 3/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 9700 miles |
| Previous car | Renault Laguna |
| Date of Entry | 1st February, 2004 |