Renault Laguna

Laguna Coupé shapes up

Renault's new model frenzy will see the Laguna Coupé launched in the UK soon.

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Two-door was snapped on test, while twin pipes hint at pace on offer

Photos: Lehmann

02nd January 2008

The sleek three-door has already been revealed in concept form at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September. But these spy shots give the clearest view yet of the production model.

Snapped with a camera phone as engineers took a break from their test route, the images show all the details of the stylish machine. It will break new ground for Renault by offering a cheaper alternative to the likes of the Audi A5 and forthcoming Volkswagen Passat Coupé.

The sporty model is based on the same platform as the five-door, and gets four-wheel steering, plus a choice of punchy petrol and diesel engines. A flagship version will be powered by a new V6 diesel, producing up to 260bhp. But this model is unlikely to be offered from launch.

When the Coupé arrives at the end of the year, prices should range from about £23,000 to £30,000-plus.