Renault Laguna Sport Tourer (08-12) - Review

Review by Matthew Proud on 18 March 2008

Last Updated: 03 June 2009

The Laguna estate is well equipped for family life. Its elegant cabin is supplemented by tough interior materials and a useful boot with clever features. It's not as bulky as some estates, but it's also not as large - both the Vauxhall Insignia Sports Tourer and Ford Mondeo estate offer more standard boot space. Some may consider its body style subtle, others dull. Either way, Renault is aiming for the Laguna to be placed in the top three in its class for build quality. Only years of ownership will demonstrate its true long-term durability, but progress is evident. Where it can't compete is in terms of driving. It lags behind the best with lacklustre handling and artificial steering feel.

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Driving & Performance

Performance

4 out of 5
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Handling

3 out of 5
"The Laguna isn’t nimble or fun to drive, but it does feel settled at speed. Grip is adequate on..."

Comfort

Comfort

3.5 out of 5
"The cabin is roomy and comfortable plus the front seats are supportive, with driver’s lumbar support..."
Practicality

3.5 out of 5
"The boot is the Laguna’s biggest asset, but it isn’t as roomy as many alternatives. If you want..."
Equipment

3.5 out of 5
"There’s a choice of four trim levels: Expression, Dynamique, Dynamique S and Initiale. As standard,..."
Behind the wheel

3.5 out of 5
"All-round visibility isn’t bad, but the Laguna’s front and rear ends can be difficult to judge. The..."

Costs

Running costs

3 out of 5
"Diesel buyers will enjoy affordable fuel bills, though the automatic 2.0-litre petrol is thirstiest."
Green credentials

3.5 out of 5
"As you'd expect, the diesel units are considerably greener. The low-powered 110bhp 1.5-litre diesel..."

Safety & Reliability

Safety

4.5 out of 5
"Renault has a fantastic track record for safety and the Laguna hatchback scored top marks in Euro..."
Reliability

3 out of 5
"It's too early to confirm whether Laguna really is as reliable as Renault claims, but early signs..."

Buying & Selling

Buying new

3 out of 5
"The Laguna comes with a three-year, 100,000 mile warranty and is competitively priced from new. The..."
Buying used

4 out of 5
"Few Lagunas will slip through Renault’s dealership network to begin with, so expect to find the best..."
Selling

3 out of 5
"Emphasise Laguna’s big boot and roomy interior to buyers. Demand will be higher for well-kept diesel..."