Jaguar X-Type

broke new ground with its 2002 iteration. Compact in size and featuring all-wheel drive. The  X-Type set itself apart from most of its competitors. Riding in the X-type offers a comfortable ride, while occasionally slow to transfer power.

Featuring a basic steel structure, this regular family sedan is a like most small luxury cars. Comfortable for up to four passengers, yet crowded for five, it does have tighter headroom.Its interior combines traditional Jaguar elements, with more upholstery and a combination of Ford inspiration.

To see its durability, Euro NCAP ran a frontal Offset Crash test on the Jaguar X-Type and it received a 4-STAR rating based on its performance and protection in high-speed front and side crash tests.

Watch the Watch  the Crash test video here.

Child Safety

When riding the Jaguar X-Type, children less than 18 month of age should be facing the rear. After that age, it is advised that children be forward-facing. This is to avoid the impact on the chest. Protection for children is good.

Safety is concerning. In all collision types, the Jaguar provides just enough protection to protect from injury. However, risk is imminent if anything goes wrong. Pedestrian protection is dire and whiplash protection is weak. Despite this, through rigorous testing, safety in the X-Type received a 4-star rating for crashworthiness and safety.

Maintenance & Repair Costs

Repairs made to the Jaguar X-Type will require high quality parts. The great news is that these parts can be found at many dealers within the same price range and time commitment of any normal car.

Service parts:                          £100 – £120 (MANN, German)

Oil filter, Oil, Air filter, Fuel filter, Pollen filter,

We recommend either Genuine or similar, such as Mann filters & Castrol for Jaguar.

Cam. Chain change:           £500 – £800

Cam chain kit:                         £60 – £115

Brake Disc & Pads ch.:     £230 – £350 (Pagid, German)

Diagnostic:                             £40 – £120 depend on the local garages

Labour rates:

• Independent:                  £65 – £125 / hour

• Main dealer:                   £175 – £215 / hour

The Service & Repair process, however, can be more time consuming and will require a well experienced mechanic and occasionally special tools. As a result, the price here may exceed costs of a typical vehicle.

Safety Features:

ANTI-LOCK BRAKES

Anti-lock brakes, or ABS brakes, will automatically sense when a tire has abruptly stopped rotating and modulate the brake’s pressure to allow the tire to continue rotating safely. With ABS brakes, the vehicle is capable of turning while in brake mode.

STABILITY CONTROL

Stability control will sense when the vehicle has reached or exceeded its limit. It will reduce the engine power and/or apply the appropriate brakes. This feature helps prevent the driver from losing control of his or her vehicle.

FRONT, SIDE, AND OVERHEAD AIRBAGS

The vehicle is loaded with airbags for protection of its driver and passengers. Front airbags protect the head in a frontal crash. If the vehicle experiences a side collision or rollover, the side airbags protect the torso and the overhead airbags protect their heads.

PRETENSIONERS

Pre-tensioners on the seatbelt automatically tighten the seatbelt to secure the occupant and ensure minimal injury.

SEATBELT REMINDER

Pre-tensioners on the seatbelt automatically tighten the seatbelt to The seatbelt reminder monitors whether there is an occupant in the seat and communicates this information to the seat restraint system in the vehicle. If the seat belt is not buckled, it sends a reminder to remind the occupant to put the seatbelt on. Seatbelt reminders are available front seat passengers.

ANTI-WHIPLASH

In the event of a rear collision, anti-whiplash head restraints in the vehicle cradle the occupants head to minimize any whiplash injury.

SECURITY SYSTEM

The ignition disable device prevents the engine from starting without the original manufacturer’s key.