WITH just a handful of sales to show for it, the X91-series Renault Laguna diesel hatch launched in June 2008 was recognised by Renault Australia as a major disappointment, but it counteracts this with the fact that the model could only compete in less than 10 per cent of the total segment (diesel). So here is the volume seller – a 2.0-litre turbo petrol unit, offered in attractive Estate wagon as well as hatchback – with lower prices and a longer warranty mileage than forecast. Renault is still not expecting much of an impact, and frankly we weren’t either before the test drive, but the company might just be in for a pleasant surprise – just like we were.