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Renault Laguna Grandtour 2.0 (113 Hp)
Overall Rating
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 168 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1375 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.4 s). The top speed reaches 190 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.
2.0 (113 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers a decent balance of power and torque for everyday driving, though not particularly spirited.
Fuel Economy
Acceptable fuel consumption for a 2.0L petrol, but not outstanding compared to later engines.
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: 1993 - 2000).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Renault |
| Model: | Laguna |
| Generation: | Grandtour |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 (113 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1995 |
| End of production: | 2000 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 113 Hp @ 5250 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 56.6 Hp/l [112mm more] |
| Torque: | 168 Nm @ 3500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | F3R More details about the engine F3R |
| Engine displacement: | 1998 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.5 l |
| Coolant: | 9 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 82.7 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 93 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.8 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.4 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.4 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 190 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.2 kg/Hp, 82.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.2 kg/Nm, 122.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1375 |
| Max. weight: | 2020 |
| Max load: | 645 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1782 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 520 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4620 mm mm [112mm more] |
| Width: | 1752 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1448 mm mm [6mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2670 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1481 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 | 185/65 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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