Renault Laguna | |
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | Renault |
Production | 1994–2015 |
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Body and chassis | |
Class | Large family car (D) Coupe |
Layout | FF layout |
Chronology | |
Predecessor | Renault 21 |
Successor | Renault Talisman |
The Renault Laguna is a large family car by European standards, and was marketed by the French manufacturer Renault from 1994 to 2015. The first Laguna was launched in 1994, the second generation was launched in 2000, and the third generation was launched in October 2007.
The regular production Renault passenger models are unrelated to the concept car of the same name, the Laguna, a two seater roadster presented by the automaker during the 1990 Paris Motor Show. [1] The name was also previously used from 1973 to 1976 by Chevrolet, for a top of the line Chevelle model, the Chevrolet Chevelle Laguna.
In February 2012, Renault discontinued the Laguna, Espace, Kangoo, Modus, and Wind lines in the United Kingdom. [2] In 2015, the Laguna was replaced by the Talisman. [3]
First generation (X56) | |
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Overview | |
Production | November 1993–2001 |
Assembly | France: Sandouville (Sandouville Renault Factory) |
Designer | Patrick Le Quément (1989) [4] |
Body and chassis | |
Body style | 5-door hatchback 5-door estate |
Powertrain | |
Engine | petrol 1.6 I4 16v 1.8 I4 1.8 I4 16v 1.9 I4 16v 2.0 I4 2.0 I4 16v 3.0 V6 12v diesel 1.9D I4 2.2D I4 12v |
Dimensions | |
Length | 4,508 mm (177.5 in) |
Width | 1,752 mm (69.0 in) |
Height | 1,433 mm (56.4 in) |
Curb weight | 1,230 kg (2,710 lb) (1.6 hatchback) |
With development underway from 1987, design work under Patrick Le Quement began in 1988, with a final design approval in March 1989, and design freeze by the beginning of 1990. Road testing commenced in 1991 and continued from 1992 to 1993. The first generation Renault Laguna was unveiled in November 1993, and launched in January 1994, as a replacement for the Renault 21, initially coming as a hatchback only.
At the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 1995, an estate version was introduced. This was known in some markets as the Laguna Sports Tourer, and replaced the 21 based Renault Savanna/Nevada. It was initially launched as a 1.8 RN/RT, 2.0RT/RXE, and 3.0V6. A sports pack with deep front spoiler, rear spoiler, and alloy wheels was available on 2.0 versions.
A limited-edition of 500 1.8RT Sport was made available in 1996, one hundred each of five colours including a metallic blue normally reserved for 2.0 models.
These limited editions sold out very quickly and so (to the annoyance of those who bought one of the original 500), the RT Sport was incorporated into the standard range at a cheaper price but having ABS, air conditioning, CD/Radio, and high-level brake light added as standard (all these were options on the more expensive, original 500). This coincided with Renault's participation in European Touring car championships.
The Laguna's equipment levels were generally much higher than the Renault 21. From launch, all models came with power steering, electric front windows, and remote central locking as standard. Most of the range had a driver's airbag. Later twin airbags, anti-lock braking system, air-conditioning, and a CD player became either optional extras or standard equipment.
It was given a minor update in September 1996, which included a new Laguna nameplate at the rear.
Model | Engine type | Displacement | Valvetrain | Fuel system | Max. power at rpm | Max. torque at rpm | 0–100 km/h (0-62 mph) | Top speed | Years |
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Petrol engines | |||||||||
1.6 16v | K4M-720 | 1,598 cc | I4 DOHC 16v | Multi point fuel injection | 110 PS (81 kW; 108 hp) @ 5,750 rpm | 148 N⋅m (109 lb⋅ft) @ 3,750 rpm | 11.5 s | 195 km/h (121 mph) | 1998–2001 |
1.8 | F3P-670 | 1,794 cc | I4 SOHC 8v | Multi point fuel injection | 90 PS (66 kW; 89 hp) @ 5,750 rpm | 144 N⋅m (106 lb⋅ft) @ 2,750 rpm | 13.9 s | 180 km/h (112 mph) | 1994–98 |
1.8 | F3P-678 | 1,794 cc | I4 SOHC 8v | Single point fuel injection | 95 PS (70 kW; 94 hp) @ 5,750 rpm | 145 N⋅m (107 lb⋅ft) @ 2,750 rpm | 13.9 s | 180 km/h (112 mph) | 1994–98 |
1.8 16v | F4P-760 | 1,783 cc | I4 DOHC 16v | Multi point fuel injection | 120 PS (88 kW; 118 hp) @ 5,750 rpm | 165 N⋅m (122 lb⋅ft) @ 3,750 rpm | 10.7 s | 203 km/h (126 mph) | 1998–2001 |
2.0 | F3R-729 | 1,998 cc | I4 SOHC 8v | Multi point fuel injection | 114 PS (84 kW; 112 hp) @ 5,400 rpm | 168 N⋅m (124 lb⋅ft) @ 4,250 rpm | 11.6 s | 190 km/h (118 mph) | 1994–2001 |
2.0 S | N7Q-704 | 1,948 cc | I4 DOHC 16v | Multi point fuel injection | 140 PS (103 kW; 138 hp) @ 6,000 rpm | 182 N⋅m (134 lb⋅ft) @ 4,500 rpm | 9.9 s | 206 km/h (128 mph) | 1995–99 |
2.0 16v | F4R-780 | 1,998 cc | I4 DOHC 16v | Multi point fuel injection | 139 PS (102 kW; 137 hp) @ 5,750 rpm | 188 N⋅m (139 lb⋅ft) @ 3,750 rpm | 9.8 s | 208 km/h (129 mph) | 1999–2001 |
3.0 | Z7X | 2,963 cc | V6 SOHC 12v | Multi point fuel injection | 167 PS (123 kW; 165 hp) @ 5,500 rpm | 235 N⋅m (173 lb⋅ft) @ 4,500 rpm | 8.6 s | 220 km/h (137 mph) | 1994–97 |
3.0 | L7X | 2,946 cc | V6 DOHC 24v | Multi point fuel injection | 190 PS (140 kW; 187 hp) @ 5,750 rpm | 267 N⋅m (197 lb⋅ft) @ 4,000 rpm | 7.7 s | 235 km/h (146 mph) | 1997–2001 |
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1.9 dTi | F9Q-716 | 1,870 cc | I4 SOHC 8v | Direct injection | 98 PS (72 kW; 97 hp) @ 4,000 rpm | 200 N⋅m (148 lb⋅ft) @ 2,000 rpm | 12.5 s | 185 km/h (115 mph) | 1998–2001 |
1.9 dCi | F9Q | 1,870 cc | I4 SOHC 8v | Common rail direct injection | 107 PS (79 kW; 106 hp) @ 4,000 rpm | 250 N⋅m (184 lb⋅ft) @ 1,750 rpm | 11.8 s | 190 km/h (118 mph) | 2000–01 |
2.2 d | G8T-792 | 2,188 cc | I4 SOHC 12v | Indirect injection | 83 PS (61 kW; 82 hp) @ 4,500 rpm | 142 N⋅m (105 lb⋅ft) @ 2,250 rpm | 15.5 s | 175 km/h (109 mph) | 1994–98 |
2.2 dT | G8T | 2,188 cc | I4 SOHC 12v | Indirect injection | 113 PS (83 kW; 111 hp) @ 4,300 rpm | 250 N⋅m (184 lb⋅ft) @ 2,000 rpm | 11.8 s | 195 km/h (121 mph) | 1998–2000 |
The Laguna received a moderate facelift in April 1998, including a restyling of the hatchback and the sports tourer versions, and a redesigned front. This also included a different facelifted design of the taillights, most noticeable are the circular fog lights in the front.
The engines were updated and, in some markets, equipment levels were enhanced again. Five new engines featured in the completed facelifted lineup:
For 2000, the final edition of this Laguna, the Laguna Concorde, was introduced. It included semi leather seats and vocal warnings like "Welcome. The vehicle computer... is now checking systems for you". The on board computer would notify the driver of any doors not being closed, lights left on, etc., weather ("Please brake carefully the road is watery") or other faults in the electrical or mechanical circuits.
The onboard voice synthesizer warnings system was also available on the earlier 1998 RXE and V6 models. This is the same basic unit as used in the Renault Safrane.
The Mark 1 model has many bad reviews and reliability issues with everything from rear wheel bearing problems (a common Renault problem over several models) and heavy depreciation to problems with the bonnet latches (Renault use an unusual system that is difficult to set up properly).
The reviews tended to be worse for the hatchback, with it suffering many more complaints and breakdowns than the estate variant, although no reasoning for this has been found. [5]
The model of the Laguna Concorde was the last guise of the "old" Laguna's to be marketed, prior to the release of the Laguna II in the end of 2000. The last of the Mk.1 Laguna's were registered in February 2001, and the Concorde range all feature a cream letter "C" on a dark green background. This was with the outline of an actual Concorde above the letter.
Second generation (X74) | |
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Overview | |
Production | 2001–2007 |
Assembly |
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Body and chassis | |
Body style | 5-door hatchback 5-door estate |
Related | Renault Vel Satis |
Powertrain | |
Engine | petrol 1.6 I4 16v 1.8 I4 16v 2.0 I4 16v 2.0 I4 16v IDE 2.0T I4 16v 3.0 V6 24v diesel 1.9 dCi I4 2.0 dCi I4 16v 2.2 dCi I4 16v |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 2,748 mm (108.2 in) |
Length | Hatchback: 4,576 mm (180.2 in) Estate: 4,695 mm (184.8 in) |
Width | 1,772 mm (69.8 in) |
Height | Hatchback: 1,429 mm (56.3 in) Estate: 1,443 mm (56.8 in) |
Curb weight | 1,570 kg (3,460 lb) (2.2 diesel) |
After almost seven years in production, the original Laguna was replaced by an all new model in December 2000. The engines were upgraded, and the equipment list made longer.
It was the first vehicle available in Europe to achieve five stars in the EuroNCAP crash test results, a feature that was soon followed by all other models in Renault's range. This generation was made available in hatchback or estate (Grandtour) styles only.
The Laguna was the first European family car, and the second European car to feature "keyless" entry and ignition. [6] [7] Instead of a key, it used a credit card style device to unlock the car and start the engine. The styling of the second generation Laguna was heavily influenced by the Initiale concept car.
The Laguna II won the title Semperit Irish Car of the Year in November 2001. [8]
The Laguna estate was only available with five seats, unlike the previous model which had seven seats as an option on some versions. It was badged as Sports Tourer or Grandtour, depending on the country. It was also marketed as a lifestyle vehicle, rather than a load carrier.
The Laguna II was facelifted in March 2005, being launched in the Amsterdam Motor Show, according to Renault with improved security, driving performance and comfort. It also had a moderate redesign of the air intake at the front of the car, now matching the design of the Megane. Sales commenced on 18 March 2005. [9]
An electronic handbrake was also introduced, this was previously seen on the Scenic and Espace. The engines were much the same as before, with the 1.6 and 1.8 petrol units being offered in some markets, while other countries get a 2.0 petrol unit (turbo or non turbo) and two diesels (1.9 or 2.2 direct injection).
After the facelift, a whole new diesel engine was introduced, the 2.0 dCi with 150 hp (112 kW) and another variant of the engine which produced 175 hp (130 kW), In May 2007, this variant was the most powerful 2 litre diesel engine in the world.
Model | Engine type | Displacement | Valvetrain | Fuel system | Max. power at rpm | Max. torque at rpm | 0–100 km/h (0-62 mph) | Top speed | Years |
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1.6 16v | K4M-710 | 1598 cc | I4 DOHC 16v | Multi point fuel injection | 81 kW (110 PS; 109 hp) @ 5,750 rpm | 148 N⋅m (109 lb⋅ft) @ 3750 rpm | 11.5 s | 195 km/h (121 mph) | 2001–05 |
1.6 16v | K4M-716 | 1598 cc | I4 DOHC 16v | Multi point fuel injection | 86 kW (117 PS; 115 hp) @ 5,750 rpm | 148 N⋅m (109 lb⋅ft) @ 3750 rpm | 11.5 s | 197 km/h (122 mph) | 2005–07 |
1.8 16v | F4P-C770 | 1783 cc | I4 DOHC 16v | Multi point fuel injection | 88 kW (120 PS; 118 hp) @ 5,750 rpm | 165 N⋅m (122 lb⋅ft) @ 3500 rpm | 10.7 s | 203 km/h (126 mph) | 2001–05 |
1.8 16v | F4P-K771 | 1783 cc | I4 DOHC 16v | Multi point fuel injection | 88 kW (120 PS; 118 hp) @ 5,750 rpm | 165 N⋅m (122 lb⋅ft) @ 3500 rpm | 10.7 s | 203 km/h (126 mph) | 2001–05 |
2.0 16v | F5R-700 | 1998 cc | IDE I4 DOHC 16v | Direct fuel injection | 103 kW (140 PS; 138 hp) @ 5500 rpm | 200 N⋅m (148 lb⋅ft) @ 4100 rpm | 9.8 s | 210 km/h (130 mph) | 2001–03 |
2.0 16v | F4R-712 | 1998 cc | I4 DOHC 16v | Multi point fuel injection | 99 kW (135 PS; 133 hp) @ 5500 rpm | 191 N⋅m (141 lb⋅ft) @ 3750 rpm | 9.9 s | 205 km/h (127 mph) | 2002–05 |
2.0 16v | F4R-713 | 1998 cc | I4 DOHC 16v | Multi point fuel injection | 99 kW (135 PS; 133 hp) @ 5500 rpm | 191 N⋅m (141 lb⋅ft) @ 3750 rpm | 9.9 s (12.1 s) | 200 km/h (124 mph) | 2005–07 |
2.0 16v Turbo | F4Rt-764 | 1998 cc | Turbo I4 DOHC 16v | Multi point fuel injection | 120 kW (163 PS; 161 hp) @ 5000 rpm | 270 N⋅m (199 lb⋅ft) @ 3250 rpm | 8.5 s | 218 km/h (135 mph) | 2003–05 |
2.0 16v Turbo | F4Rt-786 | 1998 cc | Turbo I4 DOHC 16v | Multi point fuel injection | 170 bhp (127 kW; 170 hp) @ 5000 rpm | 270 N⋅m (199 lb⋅ft) @ 3250 rpm | 8.4 s | 223 km/h (139 mph) | 2005–07 |
2.0 16v Turbo | F4Rt-784 | 1998 cc | Turbo I4 DOHC 16v | Multi point fuel injection | 208 bhp (155 kW; 208 hp) @ 5000 rpm | 300 N⋅m (221 lb⋅ft) @ 3200 rpm | 7.2 s | 235 km/h (146 mph) | 2005–07 |
3.0 V6 24v | L7X-E731 | 2946 cc | V6 DOHC 24v | Multi point fuel injection | 152 kW (207 PS; 204 hp) @ 6000 rpm | 285 N⋅m (210 lb⋅ft) @ 3750 rpm | 8.1 s | 235 km/h (146 mph) | 2001–05 |
3.0 V6 24v | L7X-731 | 2946 cc | V6 DOHC 24v | Multi point fuel injection | 152 kW (207 PS; 204 hp) @ 6000 rpm | 285 N⋅m (210 lb⋅ft) @ 3750 rpm | 8.0 s | 235 km/h (146 mph) | 2005–07 |
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1.9 dCi | F9Q-T752 | 1,870 cc | I4 SOHC 8v | Direct injection | 74 kW (101 PS; 99 hp) @ 4,000 rpm | 200 N⋅m (148 lb⋅ft) @ 2,000 rpm | 13.0 s | 185 km/h (115 mph) | 2001–05 |
1.9 dCi | F9Q-T754 | 1,870 cc | I4 SOHC 8v | Direct injection | 77 kW (105 PS; 103 hp) @ 4,000 rpm | 250 N⋅m (184 lb⋅ft) @ 2,000 rpm | 12.3 s | 190 km/h (118 mph) | 2005–07 |
1.9 dCi | F9Q-T750 | 1,870 cc | I4 SOHC 8v | Direct injection | 88 kW (120 PS; 118 hp) @ 4,000 rpm | 270 N⋅m (199 lb⋅ft) @ 2,000 rpm | 10.7 s | 205 km/h (127 mph) | 2001–07 |
1.9 dCi | F9Q | 1,870 cc | I4 SOHC 8v | Direct injection | 93 PS (68 kW; 92 hp) @ 4,000 rpm | 0 N⋅m (0 lb⋅ft) @ 2,000 rpm | 14.2 s | 185 km/h (115 mph) | 2004–05 |
1.9 dCi | F9Q | 1,870 cc | I4 SOHC 8v | Direct injection | 93 PS (68 kW; 92 hp) @ 4,000 rpm | 0 N⋅m (0 lb⋅ft) @ 2,000 rpm | 13.6 s | 185 km/h (115 mph) | 2005–06 |
1.9 dCi | F9Q-758 | 1,870 cc | I4 SOHC 8v | Direct injection | 96 kW (131 PS; 129 hp) @ 4,000 rpm | 300 N⋅m (221 lb⋅ft) @ 2,000 rpm | 10.2 s | 205 km/h (127 mph) | 2005–07 |
2.0 dCi | M9R-742 | 1,995 cc | I4 DOHC 16v | Direct injection | 110 kW (150 PS; 148 hp) @ 4,000 rpm | 340 N⋅m (251 lb⋅ft) @ 2,000 rpm | 8.9 s | 215 km/h (134 mph) | 2005–07 |
2.0 dCi | M9R | 1,995 cc | I4 DOHC 16v | Direct injection | 130 kW (177 PS; 174 hp) @ 4,000 rpm | 360 N⋅m (266 lb⋅ft) @ 2,000 rpm | 8.4 s | 225 km/h (140 mph) | 2005–07 |
2.2 dCi | G9T-D700 | 2,188 cc | I4 DOHC 16v | Direct injection | 110 kW (150 PS; 148 hp) @ 4,300 rpm | 250 N⋅m (184 lb⋅ft) @ 2,000 rpm | 9.8 s | 195 km/h (121 mph) | 2002–05 |
2.2 dCi | G9T-D703 | 2,188 cc | I4 DOHC 16v | Direct injection | 110 kW (150 PS; 148 hp) @ 4,300 rpm | 250 N⋅m (184 lb⋅ft) @ 2,000 rpm | 10.9 s | 195 km/h (121 mph) | 2002–05 |
Third generation (X91) | |
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Overview | |
Production | 2007–2015 |
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Body and chassis | |
Body style | 5-door hatchback 5-door estate 2-door coupé |
Platform | Renault–Nissan D platform |
Related | Renault Latitude Renault Samsung SM5 (L43) Nissan Altima (L32) Nissan Teana (J32) |
Powertrain | |
Engine | petrol 1.6 I4 16v 2.0 I4 16v 2.0T I4 16v 3.5 V6 24v diesel 1.5 dCi I4 8v 2.0 dCi I4 16v 3.0 dCi V6 24v |
Transmission | 6-speed manual 6-speed automatic |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 2,756 mm (108.5 in) |
Length | 4,695 mm (184.8 in) |
Width | 1,811 mm (71.3 in) |
Height | 1,445 mm (56.9 in) |
Curb weight | 1,560 kg (3,440 lb) (diesel) |
The Renault Laguna III was officially announced in a press release on June 4, 2007. The car was unveiled to the public at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September, and it went on sale in October 2007. The car comes as a five door hatchback, as a five door estate and a two door coupé.
This third generation is based on the platform D, shared with the Nissan Altima, the Nissan Teana, and the Nissan Murano. The Laguna III was the first car to have gone through the Aubevoye Technical Centre's Electro Magnetic Compatibility unit, in the course of its development.
It was first presented as a concept car, at the 2007 Frankfurt Motor Show, which followed some styling cues of the previous concept car, the Renault Fluence. The production version was revealed at the 2008 Cannes Film Festival, coinciding with the Monaco Formula 1 Grand Prix to take the wraps off.
The brand new V6 dCi engine delivers 235 hp (173 kW), while the new 3.5 litre petrol powered V6 offers 240 hp (175 kW). The Laguna Coupé later appeared before the general public at the Paris Motor Show in October 2008. In January 2008, spy images of a then possible Laguna Sedan appeared on the internet. [10]
It was expected the car having appeared at the 2008 Paris Motor Show. [11] However, this never made it to production. The Renault Latitude and the third generation (L43) Renault Samsung SM5, which is made by Renault Samsung Motors, South Korea is based on the Laguna III.
A facelifted version of the Laguna III, called the Phase 2, débuted at the 2010 Paris Motor Show, and sales began in November 2010.
It has an aggressive front end compared to the older model. The range has been redesigned around six trim levels: Expression, Black Edition, Eco Business, Bose, GT 4Control and Initiale. Engine side, the only change is the engine 1.5 dCi 110 hp, with CO2 emissions, decreased from 130 to 120g/km.
Renault was rumoured considering changing the Laguna name to Atalans for the successor. [12] In May 2015, Worldcarfans reported the successor would première on July 6, 2015, and would also replace the Latitude in the European market. [13] The coupé version would also be discontinued, due to low demand. On 6 July 2015, Renault announced the successor will be called Talisman, as part of its intention of unifying nameplates worldwide. [3]
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