Jaguar X-Type Saloon (01-10) - Review

Review by David Ross on
Last Updated: 30 Apr 2009
3.5
The X-Type is Jaguar's alternative to premium saloons like the BMW 3-Series and Audi A4. However it has never proved as popular as models from the German manufacturers, due in part to a limited engine line-up and the lack of a diesel until 2003.

Jaguar X-Type Saloon (01-10)

Very comfortable and refined, sophisticated image, decent handling

Traditional styling, cramped rear space, limited engine range, some cheap interior trim

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£19,995 - £31,852

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£940 - £15,424

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Summary

Parkers Rating:

3.5 out of 5

The X-Type is Jaguar's alternative to premium saloons like the BMW 3-Series and Audi A4. However it has never proved as popular as models from the German manufacturers, due in part to a limited engine line-up and the lack of a diesel until 2003. That's not to say the X-Type is a bad car - far from it. Admittedly the styling isn't very modern, both inside and out, but it's exceptionally refined and manages to blend excellent comfort with decent handling. It was facelifted in 2008 with larger bumpers and a more aggressive look along with a few interior tweaks, but it's still a step behind the best upmarket saloons.

Parkers Ratings

Overall

3.5 out of 5

Performance

3.5 out of 5

Handling

3.5 out of 5

Comfort

4 out of 5

Practicality

3 out of 5

Behind the wheel

3.5 out of 5

Safety

4 out of 5

Reliability

4 out of 5

Running costs

3 out of 5

Green credentials

2.5 out of 5

Buying used

4 out of 5

Selling

3 out of 5

Equipment

3.5 out of 5

What owners say...

 For me at the time of just having a baby girl with my wife, the large boot was fantastic.  

5 out of 5

Damian Parrish ,   26 Apr 2013    ... read more

 Decent boot size. Good fuel economy. Drives like a dream!  

4 out of 5

Richard Hatrnboer ,   26 Apr 2013    ... read more

 Likes the milk.but all cats do but worth the sacrefice..if you are thinking of getting one...get one just take your time and get the right one for you.one thats been looked affter..ie fsh all mots and...  

5 out of 5

Gary Homan ,   30 Jul 2012    ... read more

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