Jaguar X-Type Estate (2004 - 2010) 2.2d Sport Premium (08) 5d Auto (DPF) (2009/59) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Its a Jaguar and that means I like a great car with a comfortabel ride that is highly practical for an active person.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They all admire it and remark at how quiet and smoothe the ride is.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes if one was available but sadly this was the last of the XType.
What are you likely to buy next?
As we have moved to the wilds of Sussex something higher off the ground and probably 4 wheel drive.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£26,000
When did you buy the car?
March 2010
Did you get a good deal and why?
Bought at a distance and collected the car with only 10 miles on the clock so great deal discount. as it had been bought by the dealer as a demonstrator but never used.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Had an XType saloon before and wanted the diesel estate, and the Spectrum blue finish was just what was wanted.
What was the dealer like?
Good communicator. Helpful and willing to negotiate.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Very quiet, very smooth, great ride, and will accelerate fast if you need to. Also coped very well with the snow last winter.
What's it like to park?
Easy with the parking sensors front and rear.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
No
What's most practical about your car?
The great fuel consumption (up to 45mpg on a long trip). The luggage space and fold down seats make this a real luxury work horse.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
The automatic lights, and the rain sensor.
