Jaguar X-Type

Price Paid:  $13800.00 from Ebay

Year / Model Reviewed:
2004 X-Type 2.5 Manual

Summary:
Was intrigued by this car ever since it cam out, but was hesitant to buy one because of reliability issues. Took the plunge anyhow, and so far, am very pleased with the car. The handling and ride are first class, in true Jaguar tradition. The last car I drove was an Audi A4 and the Jag blows it away in terms of ride quality. The other concern I had was that the 2.5 engine would be too weak. I have not founbd this to be the case, as the car is plenty fast for everyday driving and the fuel economy is excellent as well. Fit and finish is excellent, and the interior styling is also true Jaguar. In short, the X-Type is an excellent and undervalued car.

Strengths:
Beautiful exterior and interior. Outstandinng handling and ride.

Weaknesses:
Manual transmission is not as smooth as it could be.

Similar Products Used:
Audi A4

Price Paid:  $21000.00 from Auto Toy Store

Year / Model Reviewed:
2002 X type - 3.0

Summary:
Bought my Jaguar January 2006. Thought I was getting a great deal. Car had about 23,000 miles seemed in good condition. Had a mechanic look it over and everything. First a tire totally worn on the inside, needed all new tires. Thought not so bad. Then 4 months later the driver door would not unlock, that cost another $400.00. Now one year and one month and only 30,000 miles on the car the whole transmission is dead. Since I am 11 months out of the factory warranty and didn't think I owuld need an extended warranty I am being asked to pay $5200 for repairs. Jag corp won't stand behind their cars!! Based on everything I've been reading this is an on going problem with these cars. DON"T BUY!! Oh yeah the whole radio needed replacing just after I brought the car home.

Strengths:
Looks pretty!

Weaknesses:
TRANSMISSION, door latches, radio.

Overall Rating
 2 of 5

Value Rating
 3 of 5

Used product for
3 Months to 1 year

Price Paid:  $20000.00 from Bournes auto easton

Year / Model Reviewed:
2002 x type sport

Summary:
Bought car wiTH 49000 miles on it ten month ago performed and looked great all the sudden gear box fault displayed tranny sliped real bad.Dealer said car needs new tranny and cooler.I am having that done as we speak.Dealer says jag will warranty new parts for a year.I liked the car enough to go forword with this $7000 repair.has any one had a new tranny put in and gotten good trouble free miles out of an x type or when i get it back should i trade for a dependable japanese built car like lexus.Oh yeh dealer also saya drive shaft bad.and need differential flush.car now has 63000 miles on it.should i abort this vehical yyes or no

Strengths:
looks

Weaknesses:
expensive transmission troubles

Similar Products Used:
saab9-5 mazda millenia s both great runners trouble free and dependable

Price Paid:  $0.00

Year / Model Reviewed:
2003 x-type

Summary:
I have a 03 X-type. In 35 days, the car has been in the shop 4 times! From the wipers, prop shaft, differential, engine case, vents, suspension, it has been nothing short of a nightmare.

Strengths:
Exterior and seats

Weaknesses:
Everything that makes the car work

Similar Products Used:
CTS

Overall Rating
 4 of 5

Value Rating
 5 of 5

Used product for
3 Months to 1 year

Visitors rate this review
3.50 of 5, 4.00 votes

Price Paid:  $32000.00 from Budds in Oakville

Year / Model Reviewed:
2005 Jaguar x-type 3.0

Summary:
Fell in love with the looks, plus wanted AWD for our winters here in Toronto,Canada. I did not realise how safe they were until I researched it. Relly, really pleased with it, drives nice and feel good in it. I owned a BMW 325i before and that may be a bit of a better driving car but nowhere near as luxurious. I will bee sticking with X-Types as long as Jaguar keep makeing them.

Strengths:
Luxury,safety,style,performance,individuality

Weaknesses:
None

Similar Products Used:
ML320 (nice but an SUV so cannot compare)
BMW 325i nothing wrong with it but not enough luxury or style also too many on the road.