Renault Laguna Coupé (08-12) - Review

Review by Simon Harris on
Last Updated: 25 October 2010
Renault has a reputation for building stylish and distinctive cars, so it's no surprise that the Laguna Coupe is very attractive. It's based on the Laguna hatchback, which is evident at the front, but the rear has a unique look which helps it stand out. Elegant rather than sporty, the Laguna Coupe is also generously equipped and has a well built cabin. It's much better to drive than the standard Laguna and top-spec GT versions come with hi-tech 4Control four-wheel steer making them more agile on the road. As a new buy it's quite expensive, so it makes far more sense as a second hand or nearly-new purchase.
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£20,403 - £31,432

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£8,135 - £19,768

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Elegant styling, agile handling with GT pack, good quality interior, well equipped

Steering lacks feel, image doesn’t match premium alternatives, drab cabin design

Renault has a reputation for building stylish and distinctive cars, so it's no surprise that the Laguna Coupe is very attractive. It's based on the Laguna hatchback, which is evident at the front, but the rear has a unique look which helps it stand out. Elegant rather than sporty, the Laguna Coupe is also generously equipped and has a well built cabin. It's much better to drive than the standard Laguna and top-spec GT versions come with hi-tech 4Control four-wheel steer making them more agile on the road. As a new buy it's quite expensive, so it makes far more sense as a second hand or nearly-new purchase.

Driving & Performance

  • Performance

    4 out of 5

    "The least powerful model is a 150bhp 2.0-litre dCi diesel, which will sprint from 0-62mph in less..."

  • Handling

    4 out of 5

    "There is a major distinction between the standard and GT versions. The higher-spec GTs come with..."

Comfort

  • Comfort

    4 out of 5

    "The Laguna is cosy for four rather than truly spacious, although front seat occupants have decent..."

  • Practicality

    3.5 out of 5

    "The Laguna Coupé has quite a small boot opening with a high load lip, but there is space for a..."

  • Equipment

    4 out of 5

    "Standard equipment includes Bluetooth, 18-inch alloys, eight airbags, automatic headlights and..."

  • Behind the wheel

    4 out of 5

    "Given that the Laguna Coupe looks so distinctive from the outside, it's a shame that the interior is..."

Costs

  • Running costs

    3 out of 5

    "Four-cylinder models will be far cheaper to run than six-cylinder models and the list price of the..."

  • Green credentials

    2 out of 5

    "Diesel models have low emissions, with even the potent 3.0 V6 dCi auto recording comfortably less..."

Safety & Reliability

  • Safety

    4.5 out of 5

    "Renault has an excellent record for crash safety and has scored well in official independent crash..."

  • Reliability

    3 out of 5

    "Renault has sought to improve reliability and early indications on the Laguna are that it has..."

Buying & Selling

  • Buying new

    2 out of 5

    "Although Renault would argue the Laguna Coupé is well equipped for the money and spec-for-spec much..."

  • Buying used

    3 out of 5

    "The stylish Renault will suffer fairly hefty depreciation in the first couple of years, so if you..."

  • Selling

    2.5 out of 5

    "The frugal four-cylinder diesel models will have the strongest appeal for used car buyers, but if..."

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