1996 Renault Laguna RN review from UK and Ireland
"Massively better than its reputation would suggest"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Electrical faults: clock stopped working, rear wash-wipe doesn't work.
Radiator replaced (@90,000 miles)
Power steering fluid pipe replaced (@80,000 miles)
Consumables replaced (1x front and rear exhaust pipes, 3x tyres) in 7 years.
Nothing except these maintenance issues. Never had to change even a bulb.
General comments?
A revelation: comfortable; RELIABLE, economical; spacious; good-looking.
Not as refined as rivals (eg. Mondeo, 406) but efficient and comfortable.
I owned for 7 years and it was extremely reliable. Had to get rid because I live near the sea and the salt air eventually corroded the underside of vehicle. The engine was still in perfect working order.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 1/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3/10 |
| Most recent distance | 107000 miles |
| Previous car | Fiat Panda |
| Date of Entry | 20th December, 2006 |