| Overall Rating |
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| Description |
| Stylish and well proportioned, Laguna impresses with its comfortable cabin, refined diesel engines and all-round abilities, although it won't suit keener drivers looking for something sporty. Used prices are very competitive. |
| Handling |
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| Comfort |
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| Quality & Reliability |
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| Performance |
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| Roominess |
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| Running Costs |
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| Value for Money |
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| Stereo/Sat Nav |
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| NCAP |
| 5 |
| Best Models |
| 1.9 dCi |
| Worst Models |
| 3.0 V6 petrol |
| Replacement |
| 2008 |
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| Road Test |
| Second generation Laguna is built for comfortable cruising, and it does this very well. Its sumptuous cabin has well-shaped, supportive seats, high levels of equipment (and an extensive array of options and trims to choose from) and a cushioned ride, even with larger alloy wheel/narrow tyre choices. The diesel engines are quiet, smooth and economical; they're ideal for long motorway journeys - the thirsty 3.0 V6 petrol is simply superfluous. Choose from five-door hatchback or Sport Tourer estate bodystyles; the latter isn't particularly roomy, but it's a lovely-looking family car. Laguna not sporting to drive, however, with noticeable body roll on corners; its suspension is tuned for comfort, not razor-sharp responses. Worryingly, Laguna has suffered reliability glitches, including troubles with its complex keyless entry/ignition system, though these should be sorted on new cars now. Otherwise, it is well-built, solid and safe; it achieved a top five-star score in the NCAP crash tests. |
| Positive Points |
- High levels of equipment, comfort and refinement
- Good value as a used family choice
- Very safe with a five-star NCAP rating
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| Negative Points |
- Rear headroom is tight if you're tall
- Minor reliability issues, especially electronics
- First year depreciation is rather steep
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