Jaguar S-Type 3.0 V6 Sport 4d Auto (01) (2001/51) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
A nice premium midsize car, but more Lincoln-in-a-catsuit than bona fide Jaguar.
Costs
For performance and design sophistication, this is not a sports/luxury sedan in the BMW/Mercedes-Benz league and it's not as refined as a Lexus, despite prices that mimic all those competitors.
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On the road
Driving
Steering less precise than other near-luxury cars. Base suspension provides plush, supple ride with fine bump absorption. Rough-road ride is brittle and unsettled.
Performance
Not exceptional vs. direct rivals. Transmission can be erratic and hesitant when asked to downshift or keep pace with changing traffic speeds.
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Living with it
Comfort
Cozy feel, but roomy enough. Nice seats, plus sufficient power adjustments to tailor good basic driving stance. Visibility limited aft and over the shoulder.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Sport edition tyre whine is annoying.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes