Renault Laguna Sport Tourer (08-12) - Review

Review by Matthew Proud on
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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Buying used

Few Lagunas will slip through Renault’s dealership network to begin with, so expect to find the best examples within its Approved Used scheme. You will benefit from the extended warranty and avoid the steep, initial price drop, too. Be prepared to pay a premium for diesels. Laguna GT models - with four-wheel-steering - can be easily differentiated from lesser models as they have larger front airtakes, 18-inch alloy wheels, smoked rear light clusters.

  • Boot/Load Space Renault Laguna Sport Tourer (08-12)
  • Interior Renault Laguna Sport Tourer (08-12)

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Selling

Emphasise Laguna’s big boot and roomy interior to buyers. Demand will be higher for well-kept diesel models and leather seats will be prized, too. As ever, a full service history is a good way of proving how well you’ve looked after the car.