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 Practicality 3.5/5
Jaguar X Type
Jaguar X Type
The X-Type is a premium saloon and is not a cheap purchase. Running costs and insurance are also high. The diesel engine option helps with fuel efficiency.

The Jaguar X-Type is a compact saloon. Space is limited. Front seats passengers have adequate space while rear passengers are more limited. The boot is decent size but the boot aperture is a little on the small side.

The Jaguar X-Type instrumentation and controls have a high quality feel, much better than previous models. The controls and dials are all logically placed and easy to use. There is an optional sat-nav system available as well.

The X-Type is a reasonably comfortable car. It wasn’t designed to be roomy, but front seat passengers have adequate space and rear passengers should be comfortable for short distances. Engine and road noise are low, but ride comfort is compromised by firm suspension settings.

Accessibility to the front is good. The doors are large and open widely allowing easy access for front seat passengers. Access to the rear seats is more limited and may prove to be difficult for some passengers. The small boot aperture makes loading and unloading cargo difficult at times.

Due to the Jaguar X-Type small size and light power steering, parking the X-Type is a fairly simple task. The most difficult part of parking the car is accurately judging where the boot ends, and the optional parking sensors are probably a good idea.
 
 
 Life Style 4/5
Jaguar X Type
Jaguar X Type
The X-Type delivers a very spirited ride and should be enjoyable even for more enthusiastic drivers. Steering is direct and the brakes are excellent. The 2.2-litre diesel engine is the best choice for power and fuel economy. The ride can be harsh depending on the terrain due to the car’s sport suspension and large alloy wheels.

The Jaguar X-Type was not designed to be a family vehicle. It could accommodate a small family quite easily but the car’s expensive interior may suffer, and limited boot space may prove to be inadequate.

This is not likely the best choice for new drivers. The purchase price is high as are running costs and insurance rates. Fuel economy is not the best and the car could prove to be too expensive for a novice driver.

The Jaguar X-Type compact prestige saloon is loaded with a generous standard package, performs excellently, is attractive and fun to drive. The problem is people still associate the Jaguar name with large, costly, luxury saloons. It may take some time for the concept and the name to click in the minds of buyers.
 
 
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