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Renault Laguna Grandtour 3.0 (167 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 235 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1525 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.9 s). The top speed reaches 210 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.
3.0 (167 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Strong performance for a family wagon, offering smooth V6 acceleration, though not overtly sporty.
Fuel Economy
Significantly high fuel consumption at 12 l/100 km, making it an expensive runner by modern standards.
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(Grandtour: 1995 - 2000).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Renault |
| Model: | Laguna |
| Generation: | Grandtour |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 (167 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1996 |
| End of production: | 2000 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 167 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 56.4 Hp/l [5mm more] |
| Torque: | 235 Nm @ 4500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Z7X More details about the engine Z7X |
| Engine displacement: | 2963 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 7 l |
| Coolant: | 10 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 93 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 72.7 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.6:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 12 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 210 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.1 kg/Hp, 109.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.5 kg/Nm, 154.1 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1525 |
| Max. weight: | 1975 |
| Max load: | 450 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1782 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 520 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4625 mm mm [5mm more] |
| Width: | 1752 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1470 mm mm [22mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2670 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1481 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1466 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 | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/60 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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