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Renault Laguna Grandtour 1.9 dCi (109 Hp)
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Renault Laguna:
The Renault Laguna is a large family car that was manufactured and marketed by Renault for 21 years in three body styles: hatchback, coupé, and estate. The first generation Laguna was launched in 1994, the second generation was introduced in 2000, and the third generation was built from October 2007 until 2015.
The 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. The name was also previously used from 1973 to 1976 by Chevrolet, for a top-of-the-line Chevelle model, the Chevrolet Chevelle Laguna....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Grandtour Overview:
Renault Laguna (Grandtour). With 250 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7.6 l/100km). With a weight of 1360 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 182 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The first-generation Laguna, including the Grandtour, received a modest 2.5-star Euro NCAP rating in 1997, indicating average adult occupant protection for its time.
1.9 dCi (109 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate power for daily driving, offering decent mid-range torque for a diesel engine of its era.
Fuel Economy
Expected to be very economical, typical for a dCi engine, making it a cost-effective choice.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and practical estate body
- • Comfortable and smooth ride quality
- • Good value on the used car market
- • Diverse range of engine options to suit different needs
- • Large boot space (520-1782 litres)
Cons:
- • Mixed reliability reputation, particularly with electrics
- • Dated interior design by modern standards
- • Some petrol engines are quite thirsty
- • Not particularly engaging to drive (except top V6)
- • Modest Euro NCAP safety rating for its time
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Laguna: 1998 - 2000).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Renault |
| Model: | Laguna |
| Generation: | Grandtour |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.9 dCi (109 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1999 |
| End of production: | 2001 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 109 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 58.3 Hp/l [110mm more] |
| Torque: | 250 Nm @ 1750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | F9Q More details about the engine F9Q |
| Engine displacement: | 1870 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 80 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 93 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 18.3:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 7.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.8 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 182 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.5 kg/Hp, 80.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.4 kg/Nm, 183.8 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1360 |
| Max. weight: | 1955 |
| Max load: | 595 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1782 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 520 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4620 mm mm [110mm more] |
| Width: | 1748 mm mm [2mm less] |
| Height: | 1448 mm mm [18mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2670 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1480 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1460 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 195/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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