2005 Jaguar X-Type SE 2.0

Summary:

Definitely worth a chance, do not just overlook to get to German or Japanese automobiles

Faults:

There is no visible wear and tear.

General Comments:

This cat is classy!

A smooth ride even in what is supposed to be an underpowered 2.0 V6.

The SE is beautifully appointed and you don't have to look hard to find the specification you desire as you do with MB or BMW.

There is a lot of depreciation in year one so if you can find a low mileage a year or so old I would jump.

An automatic is a must-have in my opinion as you can then fully enjoy the Jaguar driving experience.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 21st April, 2006

9th Aug 2006, 13:03

Where have you been. I sat in the back of one at the British-motorshow, and a Toyota Aygo has more space (it also had more space than a Hummer H3). I tried to move to the other side, to let my brother get in, and my foot got stuck under the seat. I am sorry, but I am put off Jags forever. Because of that and because of the double-fuel-tank. Would cost a fortune to refuel.

22nd Aug 2006, 21:35

I'm sorry to say, but I do not think the first reviewer is talking about an X-Type Jag - (Two fuel tanks? Expensive to run on a 2 litre engine?) I am presently in the USA and lets just say most cars over here can only dream of that type of economy!!

17th Oct 2007, 06:49

I would agree with the second comment that the first comment writer has never even seen an X-type Jag. I am currently purchasing a 2.2D and on the test drive I at 6ft tall was driving in the front and my cousin also 6ft tall was sat behind me and had no problems!

9th Nov 2007, 17:47

The first reviewer is probably talking about the much bigger and thirstier XJ, not the X Type. The XJ has a 4.2 V8, which does 23mpg, where as the X-Type diesel can go up to 50mpg on a combined cycle, and even the most thirsty 3.0 can get 27mpg with better figures on motorway runs.

2005 Jaguar X-Type SE 2.5

Faults:

The Jaguar X-type, the BMW 3-Series, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class and the Audi A4. These 4 cars comprise the category, and each one of the cars has its own charm. A lot of the reviewers criticise the X-type in comparison with the other 3 cars in terms of price and performance. However, I think they're being a bit unfair when they're comparing against those models for one reason. They're often comparing the X-Type AWD (all wheel drive) with 2-wheel drive versions of the other cars. The thing is, if you compare the Jaguar X-Type with the BMW 3-Series, lets say the Jaguar X-Type 2.5 and the BMW 325xi, the Beemer is much more expensive here; the same with the Mercedes AWD and the Audi Quattro.

For that reason, I think the X-Type is the best value of them all in terms of what you get for your money, plus it's the most luxurious.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know

Review Date: 29th October, 2005

2nd Aug 2006, 16:27

I went from the E90 320 SE to a Jaguar X Type 2.2D Sport. The jag was by far the superior. It's scarily quick and light - leaves the 320D behind every time. Mind you I have a Jeep Grand Cherokee 3.0 CRD -- big mistake, 22 mpg.