Renault Laguna Hatch road test
The new Laguna is the third generation of Renault’s large family car and it has, at last, seemed to have evolved into a car that can compete with the best in its class. Renault has addressed the quality issues that plagued the previous generation, but there are still two major obstacles to overcome. The first is that even if you discount the premium German models in the segment, it’s up against the latest Mondeo, Insignia and Honda Accord. Plus, it’s entering the large family car market, which has been shrinking for some years, so competition is fiercer than ever.
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The Laguna’s 2.0-litre petrol engine comes in three variants: 138bhp, 167bhp, plus the GT’s 203bhp. We drove the 167bhp version paired with a six-speed automatic transmission: the auto ‘box didn’t lag too much during changes and the engine was smooth, quiet and enabled the car to cruise comfortably at high speed on the motorway. There are also four diesel engines in the range: a 1.5-litre dCi producing 108bhp and 177lb-ft; and a 2.0-litre dCi with three power ratings – 128bhp and 236lb-ft, 147bhp and 250lb-ft, and 173bhp and 280lb-ft. The 1.5-litre unit is a little unrefined, but it doesn’t feel as underpowered as one would expect and was surprisingly capable. The other engine we tested, the mid-range 2.0-litre volume seller, is much more refined and very quiet, even at high speed on the motorway. It pulls along nicely and there’s plenty of power on tap for overtaking when needed.
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