Used Renault Laguna

What to know before buying: Renault Laguna

From 2 forum threads and 2 press tests · updated 11/10/2026

What the reviews say

• The Laguna II is described as comfortable and quiet; a press source also highlights its comfort and refined motorway ride.[1][3]Laguna II
• Across the generations, the Grandtour/Estate offers 500–530 litres of luggage space, making the Laguna practical for families.[3]one sourceLaguna ILaguna IILaguna III
• Electronic reliability improved significantly in the third generation, although the automatic gearbox and suspension wear still warrant checks.[3]one sourceLaguna III

Typical faults

• Early Laguna IIs, especially 2001–2003 cars, are reported to suffer UCE-to-injector communication faults that can prevent starting or immobilise the car.[3]one sourceLaguna II

  2001–2003

• The Laguna II key card can lose its programming or fail through damaged contacts or its battery, leaving the car unable to recognise the card or start.[3]one sourceLaguna II

  2001–2007

• The Laguna III automatic can shift harshly when its transmission fluid has degraded or the gearbox electronic module is faulty.[3]one sourceLaguna III

  2007–2015

• Rear dampers on the Laguna II and III may wear at 80,000–120,000 km, causing excessive bouncing, noise and less precise handling.[3]one sourceLaguna IILaguna III

  80 000–120 000 km

• The electric parking brake can be affected by wiring, solenoid-switch or software faults.[4]one source
• On the 1.9 dCi, a reported oil-pressure switch leak can damage turbo seals and cause premature turbo failure; the switch may also stick and misreport pressure.[4]one source

  1.9 dCi

Which engine and version to take

• With proper maintenance, the 1.9 dCi and 2.0 dCi are described as durable and economical, with many examples reported beyond 300,000 km.[3]one source
• For the Laguna II, an owners' forum contributor recommends the 2.0 petrol engine without IDE injection.[2]one sourceLaguna II

What to avoid

• For the Laguna II, the forum recommendation is to avoid the 2.0 IDE version.[2]one sourceLaguna II

What to check at the inspection

• Scan the Laguna II with Renault CLIP and request a printout; the forum specifically advises checking for stored DF413 and DF328 faults.[2]one sourceLaguna II
• Inspect the engine for oil leaks on a lift and, once warm, check that it does not smoke.[2]one sourceLaguna II
• On a Laguna II, test every key card and confirm repeatedly that the car recognises each one and starts reliably.[3]one sourceLaguna II
• During a diesel test drive, check acceleration and the oil warning: poor pull together with signs of oil consumption can indicate an EGR fault.[4]one source
• Test the electric parking brake, including on a slope; faults may lie in the wiring, solenoid or software.[4]one source
• On a rough road, listen for rear knocks and watch for excessive bouncing; the rear axle bushes and dampers should be checked.[3][4]

Verdict

Sources

1. [1]boot.ritakafija.lv — Atsauksmes par Renault Laguna II 2001-2007 · forum
2. [2]lagunaclub.ru — Что и как нужно проверять при покупке Лагуны [Архив] · forum
3. [3]totalrenting.es — Problemas del Laguna | Fallos y averías más frecuentes · press
4. [4]breakerlink.com — Renault Laguna Common Problems · press

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