Real Road Test: Jaguar X-Type 2.5V6 SE Estate (NOT MONDEO LOL)

I drive a minty 2004 Jaguar X-Type 2.5V6 SE Estate and find it an interesting contrast to the Rover 45 V6 I owned in 2018. Includes a demonstration of the Quickclear heated windscreen, drizzel, grimness and some nice noises (not the indicators).
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[@stiannobelisto573]

I just discovered hubnut, he got such a great personality, suddenly all other car review channels got boring!

[@alech8336]

Totally agree. Such a pleasant channel compared to others out there!

[@weedmastersr]

I discovered HubNut about a year ago and what I like about it is that Ian has such a positive outlook and always finds something to appreciate in a old car. He's not needlessly mean to cars, like most reviewers are.

[@richdelgado3405]

Glad you found him. The dude’s awesome!

[@nt004b9392]

How on earth isn't Ian on the telly box? So much more entertaining than the dribble on top gear, well done Ian!

[@MGBetts1]

Top Gear? Is that still going?

[@landsnailproject2875]

My God - how I agree with nigel taylor !

[@MGBetts1]

@@EgoShredder - Good old Auntie! 😂

[@Kraken1000]

Top Gear in its heyday drew an audience of tens and tens of millions worldwide, every episode, including, and this is important, women. No way will the independent KZbinrs attract family viewing and the budget and the absolutely thrilling camera work. I'm a guy and genetically bound to enjoy these little channels/streams. But they're all very much a minority experience.

[@nt004b9392]

@@EgoShredder blessing in disguise me thinks ;-)

[@garrytalbot3456]

I ran a 2.2 Diesel estate for about 7 years , only fwd but an excellent car, very comfortable, quick and responsive and 50mpg! What's not to like.

[@westcoast747]

Try a S type diesel 2.7 V6, a lot quieter and smoother.

[@morri03]

Not quick

[@golfman9290]

Have always liked the headlight shape and the following curves through the bonnet, reminds me of the air intakes of the De Havilland comet airliner.

[@veritasvincit2745]

That's an excellent observation. I never thought about that before but I think you're right. That part of the car seemed familiar but now you've mentioned it I can see why! Also on an aviation note, I think that the "spinners" that cover the speedo and tachometer needles were deliberately shaped to resemble the prop spinners on some classic aircraft.

[@danieleregoli812]

Me too!!! How amazing is that?! First time I saw it I thought, mmm, looks like a Comet 1 (the one with the smaller, more rounded intakes). Phenomenal!

[@golfman9290]

@@danieleregoli812 Great minds and all that.

[@nztv8589]

me too!

[@BarryAllenMagic]

Can't believe these cars get so much bad press. I bought a mint 02 plate 'JagDeo' for £1,500 four years ago - as a temporary runaround between buying another Merc E Class. Over 4 years down the line, it still looks and drives like it is absolutely brand new (although my 2.1 V6 sounds a lot more refined than this model). Absolutely gorgeous cars. I was always a Mercedes-Benz sycophant; but my days with Merc rust-buckets are well and truly over. I have NEVER driven a car as beautiful as an X-type!

[@solent7430]

I had a 3.0 manual saloon, loved it! Damn roadtax band changes forced me to trade it in. Much maligned as Mondeo clones but way, way better. AWD saved me in winter and 0-60 in 6.6 seconds impressive 👍🏻

[@lewis72]

Winter tyres would have saved you in winter !!

[@solent7430]

Lewis72 No need! It had all season 18” tyres and a brilliant AWD system. I was able to drive on a heavily iced up road that very few cars were able too. Got me to and from work when others couldn’t. Brilliant car 👍🏻

[@lewis72]

Solent74 All seasons are worse than summers in the summer and winters on the winter. 4WD doesn’t help you when you’re braking. I do quite like the X-Type though but always end up thinking I’d rather have an XJ or XK.

[@solent7430]

Lewis72 You’d be surprised how well it performed with traction control, manual gearbox, AWD setup and driven sensibly. An AWD X Type would be cheaper to run, better in challenging conditions, cheaper to buy and easier to park. Yes I’m biased 👍🏻

[@elizabethcherry920]

This X type and the S type the 2 of my favorite modern Jags. Outside of the F type, the other new Jaguars don't even look like a Jaguar. Excellent video

[@99ron30]

And they are both ridiculously cheap on the used market. In the early 2000s they were seen as too grandaddy, but now we like the retro and regal British look. Plus modern mercs have ripped off the rover 75, x and s type shape.

[@johnwh1039]

I would add the all alloy XKR, introduced in 2007. Beautiful, proper jag looking cars in my opinion

[@topenglish6674]

Totally agree. This car actually looks like a Jag. It's the only car I want and I've more or less given up on cars now having discovered the joys of the Piaggio MP3.

[@geoffdundee]

Elizabeth Cherry........the new jags arent much different in shape from a vauxhall.....i prefer a saloon with a proper boot

[@Thorsbabelis]

@@99ron30 Absolutely spot on. I have an X-type and me and my wife love it. Right now I needed to change the Mrs. Car, and our choice was the w205 Mercedes C class because it has the retro look that old jags and the 75 had. And I also was a Rover man myself, a couple of years ago had a 400 saloon. Lovely car.

[@andyburton9312]

I had a 04 saloon, paid £750 drove it for 12months, no issue with it and sold it for £900, great car...

[@Dan-up6do]

I too have a soft spot for the X-Type, it's a pretty thing & has solid underpinnings. Also i'd love to see the J-Gate return, it's an iconic gear selector.

[@peterwalker6020]

I've just come across this report, only two years late, but as an x type owner for the last four years, I have to say that they are very underated. Most of the negative press comes from people who have never owned one. You get a lot of car for very little money. I use mine daily and as it's the diesel I agree with you about how bad it sounds, but with the economy as good as it is, I can accept a bit of noise . Really what's not to like, very economical and service part's are very cheap. Keep up the good work, I enjoy watching your reports, it's a nice change to have someone who understands the vehicles but isn't up his own a**e.

[@otto.a.2465]

My son drove a £500 X type to southern France and back with no issues this summer. Bargain cars definitely worth considering.

[@matthewroberts1828]

“I’m going that way for reasons I don’t know” classic Hub Nut, that’s why we love you ❤️💋👍🏼🇬🇧

[@RichieRouge206]

The V6 sounds absolutely wonderful- you don’t need a stereo. My dad has the 2.0d and they do sound terrible outside. Very good on fuel though. They do feel quite cramped inside though (the column stalks are lifted off the Focus mk1) and the all black interior is quite depressing. Cream and wood is the way forward with a Jag. The estate is a beautiful looking thing 👌🏼 great roadtest

[@richardfittonperkins1926]

That indicator noise is a perfect reminder for a well heeled mother whose little darlings canter along on their ponies. Most apt.

[@musoseven8218]

Gafaw! Gafaw, Chortle! . That indicator sound is of its era and even with hearing challenges, is annoying, but not a deal breaker.

[@nigelcharlton-wright1747]

All hail the underrated Jaguar X-Type. We had a 2001 saloon version that had a tan leather interior and a sunroof that opened on it's own, (had to take the fuse out!). It was a sublime car that I wished we still owned. The X-Type was a car that made me feel special, the Rover 75 Classic that we own now feels like a Morris Oxford. Just to think that 3 weeks ago I was watching you on a TV in Portland, USA. Hope you will enjoy your trip to Aus/NZ.

[@richardcallison1637]

Another car that I’ve always overlooked bought to the fore! Great review and nice to see everything still working (except the rear sensors!)

[@BITTYBOY121]

Great looking estate - A jaguar estate what a jolly good idea ! - That indicator noise at the very end of this video sounds like a heart beat !

[@lewis72]

7:11 Petrol 2.5 & 3.0 were 4WD only, all diesels & 2.1 petrol were Front only.

[@curtinj98]

Despite the odd comment about this part and that part being straight from a Ford, nothing that a driver or passenger was likely to see, or touch on a daily basis came from straight from a Ford. Even if a part was based on a Ford one, it was tweaked to make it unique. Unlike the early Ford era Aston Martins, Jaguar got away with not simply raiding the Ford parts bin. A diesel X-Type wasn't available at the car's launch, as Jaguar didn't like the Mondeo's 2.0L engine and were unconvinced that there was enough demand for an oil-burner. Lack of sales to fleet buyers soon put them straight on that last point. Then the only engine that was available at short notice was the previously rejected unit from the Mondeo. A lot of work went into "refining it" in the time available. IIRC the difference was noticed by the press at launch.

[@skodakatie7341]

It is a lovely shape, and does appear to be very smooth to drive, very Jaguar!!.

[@tupaei01]

Look at the leaper on the rear head restraint... Looovely! Thanks Sir for this.

[@JoeAyres]

Your videos are superb Ian, thank you :)

[@landsnailproject2875]

Engine sounds beautiful !

Oh yes! I love the sound of these Ford 6 cylinder motors.

[@ThePorridgeGobbler]

There is sod all wrong with the 2.0D, I have owned an 07 estate for eight years now and have no intention of changing it any time soon.

[@mrdoofa9357]

Except it has all the refinement of a tractor and sounds like a tractor!!! Jags and diesel shouldn’t be mixed!!!

[@mallardgrey]

Your name certainly reflects your comment..

[@ianandrews1026]

the 2.0 is good but the 2.2 with the 6 speed box is better, more power and identical fuel economy (better fuel economy on the motorway due to the extra gear)

[@carlrusson2612]

I have a lowly 2.1 classic and love it paid 500 for it two years ago and all I have had to do to it in that time is replace the expansion tank and rear drop links. It has velour seats which I think are a bonus, like you I'm not a fan of leather. I will be keeping this car for a long time to come

[@MM-ci2cv]

what's it like on fuel?

[@carlrusson2612]

Round town around 23 on a run around 34 combined average I get around 27

[@marklittler784]

People tell us what they've done to a car but leave out its mileage and the mileage they've done in it during the time they've had it so you still don't know whether to have confidence in one or not.

[@carlrusson2612]

It's done 130k, 15k I've done, it uses no oil or water and runs like a dream I service it every 5k but that's just me and what I do to all my cars The only real issue with them is the sills mine show no signs of rust and the knock sensors can sometimes need replacing. The diesel engine is a nightmare with numerous faults that can raise their ugly heads ie. Turbos, turbo actuators, egr valve problems, injector problems. I would not buy a diesel but a petrol I would most definitely buy another. Mine is an 04 plate and will be keeping it for as long as I possibly can.

[@marklittler784]

@@carlrusson2612 Sounds like a bargain and nowadays there's so many bargains because most makes of cars are galvanised and have plastic wheel liners so aren't usually so rusty.

[@DalekBuilder]

Another Hubnut video I agree with 100%. I promised myself a X type but somehow it hasn't happened as yet. A couple of friends had x types. One had a diesel which was as dire as Hubnut says in his review & the other was a 2.5 v6 x type saloon which I like a lot. Sadly he got rid of it due to the "Mondeo in dress" comments he kept hearing. Wouldn't have bothered me myself.

[@paulpan2553]

Always a great way to start the day 😊

[@CooperSTraveller]

I had the 2.5 V6 in the S-Type and it was a great pulling car. I miss my old Jag.

[@millomweb]

Did you have a big caravan ?

[@jonphelps3638]

I had one of these. It was a nice car, however when it needed maintenance it was expensive it drove like the wind, comfy, bad MPG...I loved it. It saved my life as someone hit my from behind on the Weymouth Relief Road back in Easter, I flipped and ended up on the embankment. great solid car. in I now have the 2.2D SE, 2008 model, all mod cons, sounds like a tank far superior build quality than the 2004 model and great MPG..

[@Mr365097]

But why is being based on the Mondeo such a bad thing? The Mondeo had always been a benchmark in its class and Mk3 Mondeo(on which X type is based) especially was a leap ahead of its rivals like VW Passat. If being based on Mondeo is such a catastrophy, then the A4 was based on VW Passat. Clearly the X type had its failings, but in no way was the platform to blame for that. I prefer the contemporary Mondeo for its styling, engine range and space utilization over the retro looking X type, but there is no better platform Jaguar would have got for its 3 series rival.

[@alanhoward6553]

Nice review Ian I have had a 2.5 awd SE saloon with manual gearbox 2004 model for the last 11.5 years with no issues only thing that has gone on it has been the reverse light / rear distance sensor switch on top of the gearbox I would advise a good waxoyling every couple of years to keep rust at bay and pressure washing the sills to stop build up of mud mine has only been used for long journeys from West Wales to Lancashire/Yorkshire has for being a Mondeo clone that’s great for long term car ownership let the snobs wrinkle their noses If this car had an Italian badge it would be classed as a supercar!

[@Tmuk2]

Haha, I was wincing at the indicator noise all the way through, glad you mentioned it!

[@Rjhs001]

Love your assessment of wipers, indicator noises etc. Also, your niggles with other, less courteous road users is so hilarious...it really could be me speaking those words! Have fun in NZ.

[@Ty4ons]

A cold and very snowy night a colleague drove me home in his old diesel Mondeo that was around this age. He complained about lots of things with it that had gone wrong, but the heated front windscreen was still working and meant we didn't need to scrape it clean of ice.

[@CB-RADIO-UK]

I always rated the X Type. I know the headlights had issues but it was possible to fix DIY. The Ford connection did not bother me either as cheap brake parts and some servicing. Only thing that put me off was the transfer box issue on the X4 with the low oil volume . Great video Ian.

[@katywalker8322]

Only headlight issue we had over about 80k was that it ate headlight bulbs. Pretty much one headlight bulb every 1~2 months. But they were pretty useless on dip beam.

[@tonystoakley5816]

well done Ian great review thanks again

[@stephenswift8001]

I like the X-type, especially the estate it looks good in that dark green.

[@borisz1968]

Nice car, I owned a 2.0 diesel for 4 years. Probably the best car I 've ever had. I drove 80.000km with minor repairs (battery, 4 new tyres, airco pump). It was reasonably fast and economic to run. Great travelcar! I sold the Jag and fell in love with a Peugeot 607 2.7 HDI biturbo. That was the worst decision I made in 20 years. Nowadays I'm driving a small car but it's a big possibility that the next car will be a Jag again!

[@GlossaME]

Anything to watch out with this engine? Looking to buy one.

[@leeallen7491]

I’ve had numerous x types and s types I love my old jags

[@knkjkjn]

I have a BMW e39 (old 5 series) and i am sick and tired of how firm that thing drives and how unusable it gets, as soon as the road isn't dry. I like the X type design. Do you think it would be a good alternative? I know that the Jag is a slightly smaller car ,but i'd be OK with that.

[@mariopizzamanmario8563]

Actually that is why I bought an S-type instead of the Bimmer. BMWs are fine but they only drive nice at speed. The S-type is more like a gentlemans club on wheels. Yes it is fast if needed but it is much more relaxing.

[@timelwell7002]

Hi Ian, I think the interior wood is burr Walnut (burr=quarter sawn)... thanks for another entertaining and informative video.

[@ianinnes8063]

Nice soundage when u mashed the pedal into the carpet lol u need one of these in ur life . George would thank you for it . Lol hope ur well . Not long til u jet off now safe travels ian . Take care ian from ian

[@davidhunt3808]

My grandfather had Jags an XJ6 was the last I remember and it was so quiet and smooth .

[@sg8539]

Not a bad car, i like the interior looks really comfortable and the ergonomics are nice. Being a Ford V6 and mechanicals you get good reliability and parts fairly reasonable. And you are def right the estate shape more pleasing on the eye than the saloon. Thanks Ian, and hope you got down under safely.

[@jfv65]

Don 't the V6 come with 4(!) special lambda sensors? Of which 2 are not very accessable? 2 catalogus as well. i still like them through.

[@Speedwelltuning]

Nice review. I’ve been tempted myself but many I’ve seen for sale have dubious MOT history when you check online. The sills are a very common rust trap unfortunately. It might have humble underpinnings, but it works! The Fiat Coupe had Tipo DNA and I loved them! At the end of the day, modern(ish) cars share all sorts of parts. A roast dinner has many elements, but together, they work a treat...

[@douglasfleetney5031]

Got a 98 S Type with the 3Ltr V6. Love it to bits, the sound under full throttle is almost as good as my last BMW 740i (V8). Sadly though the fuel consumption will see the going of this beast (33 mpg at very best, 18 mpg around town , 'nuff said). So there will be a cheap Jagdeo going in Kent soon..... That will be a sad day for me. Another good review Ian, thanks and enjoy your break.

[@stevenjones19-m8i]

Hi Ian,nice review on this Jaguar X-Type,the estate version is tidy,my brother has the saloon one and that goes well for a Mondeo base car, although the parts are Jaguar only 🙄.

[@AndyK.1]

Large colour screen were available on top models with voice input that worked.

[@AR-iy7oy]

My 2.0d SE model has all the bells and whistles, a '56 plate which averages 58 mpg on a long run.

[@VINYLIZER]

I miss my X-type sport 2.5 AWD....would highly recommend one, mine was manual by the way

[@rydermike33]

Lovely Estate, in the best colour as well. I always preferred the S Type though, despite a certain J Clarkeson saying that they had a miserable face! Good review, many thanks.

[@JayEmmOnCars]

HubNut is the Bob Ross of cars

[@jeannehandley5801]

So Jellie! Had a 2005 sedan for 10 years.Wonderful car! So fast and so smooth...Would love to have an Estate wagon..

[@detonator2112]

I owned one of these (sedan 2007 2.5 AWD) and it was the most reliable car I've ever had. Drove about 60.000 kilometers on it. Very good reliablity but it was bit of a gas hog. Funny that people in my country thought it was "super expensive" because it was a Jaguar (they're relatively rare around here). The most important maintenance was to change the oils in the back differential (because it was AWD). But when the maintenance was done it never gave any problems at all. It ended up with 325.000 kilmeters on the clock.

[@tonyford7987]

I had one of the first X Type 2.0 d estates. 53 plate cracking motor. The saloon came out in 2001 not 2003 as you said. It replaced a 2.5 AWD saloon.

[@andyfield7397]

A Jag with somewhere to "drop your shopping" ...before you "drop the kids off at the pool" I assume 😂😂😂

[@MaxMountainWorld]

Thanx Ian, you know the relevance to me. Bonne Courage Down-Under!

[@74jac06]

Having a love of luxo-barges, but needing an estate, my '06 2.5 V6 really does drive, ride and feel like a mini XJ. And I agree about the headlights; they're just not quite right. The rest of the car is a great design, and when seen in good condition still looks remarkably posh. Great video as ever.

[@CaptainOveur69]

i disagree, i think the front end is by far the best feature of these. i dont think the estate looks right though, jags dont suit estates imo

[@Thanos.m]

Owning a 2.5v6 75 I can say the rover KV6 is one of best sounding V6 engines I've encountered with a deep burble at low revs and a screaming v6 note at the top of the rev range

[@johnboy384]

Very clean and well looked after inside. Impressive.

[@leelee1973la]

Thank you... I hate to let it get dirty.

[@Lobo-ih3bh]

Lovely car. Wish we got the estate version in Australia I’d have one of those.

[@markcross6864]

Ian! The 2.2 diesel with overboost was a fine engine, punchy if a little clattery but perfect for my old x type sport.

[@davkarshobby2468]

For a 15 years old Jag it is in remarkable shape.

[@hunter0f2]

I've had 2 , 2.5 v6 X types one a Manual Classic & one an automatic " Spirit " ltd edition , both saloons . . Based on Mondeo platform ( That cost FORD $60 ,000,000 to develop ) An excellent car to own & run tend to get slagged off by the uninformed . Mine were both loverly cars , got swapped only for economy reasons .Excellent road test...

[@johnkeating362]

I really wanted one of these many years ago, now they are difficult to find. Always thought they looked rich enough and understated in a well designed way. Black with beige interior. All wheel drive, and navigation. Can dream a bit.

[@sqwark4523]

Just drove over 200 miles today in 2.0 diesel manual version. It’s perfect. Quick enough when wanting to over take or dart into a gap. It used less than half a tank and I’ve had the XK 4.2 and I own a super bike. This car is everything I’ve wanted for ages. Although I will be upgrading the radio for Apple play. I agree with the dials it take a second to get used too lol.

[@cardiffgiant9406]

I had a MK3 Mondeo and was eyeing one of these before I emigrated. Alas I will never own one now. LOVE the colour!

[@morri03]

I had a rental one once and was aware that the X type was a bit of a joke but I was amazed at how nice it was to drive the 4WD V6

[@gepwxaqdfsidsesg1548]

I had forgotten about the estate. I never liked the saloon styling because it seems be trying to be a mini XJ (X350) instead of being its own design and the hump on the rear wing above the wheel arch is too humpy, the XJ isn't like that. The video has made me realise that the estate solves this, and the 4WD makes it a geniune niche car. This with a set of winter tyres would be a weapon in poor weather. Thanks for posting.

[@battyboomfatty]

A Manual 3.0 Estate is definitely on my want list!

[@Biggles]

I think the Mondeo DNA is a good thing. The Mondeo is a very good platform to develop from. Adding permanent 4wd and a more powerful engine basically means you have a car that trumps the hot Mondeo, the ST220 (except the Jaguar is necessarily more softly sprung). Don't buy the diesel, it's not worth the grief. I had a 3.0 V6 manual saloon in black with black leather interior and black trim. It was an excellent car, looked nice, drove lovely, and presented zero issues. What's more it had the sills already replaced so there weren't massive worries on the horizon. I would definitely say get a 3.0 manual. The automatic transmissions are a known weakness, and are under extra strain due to the 4wd system. Furthermore the 2.5 is just as thirsty as the 3.0, so you might as well have the extra power. The 3.0 is firmly in quick car territory, it's quite racy in an X-type. Your main downfall owning one of these if it's a good one will be fuel economy. You won't see over 25 MPG on a mixed cycle. The equivalent XJ6 (X350) with the same engine is more frugal believe it or not!

[@Wiganpilot]

I had a 2005 2.0 DS Saloon model for a number of years and it was an excellent handling car, the few times i visited a Mechanic in those years for things like a new Turbo Hose the Mechanics commented on how it had a good strong engine. Mine did produce a little too much Black Smoke though but i think the fact that it was remapped had something to do with it because i kept the EGR valve clear.

[@lc3566]

I had the 2001 manual 2.5 saloon, fabulous cars & massively underrated. Incredible midrange punch from these engines! The 60/40 AWD is brilliant, although it's a shame they ditched the viscous coupling in favour of traction control from 2004 on. I drive an XJ now, but still miss the X-type when it snows!

[@derektaylor6713]

Hi Hub Nut. Yes, after our Mondeo we bought a new X-Type 2.0V6. Mmmmm! We replaced it after seven years with a new 2litre diesel. This was the face lifted car 09 reg. Oh my god what a difference. It had electric everything, smelled nicer, seemed faster, looked 100% better inside and out, was far more economical and totally reliable. After 9 years we reluctantly traded it for a snazzy EX R sport. I could have cried. I'd have that X type back in a heartbeat. I absolutely loved it. My wife wouldn't drive the XE so we've now got a Fiesta. Don't ask. This Fiesta is a 1litre but goes like stink but I love another X Type. Cheers. Derek Taylor.

[@stuckinthepast2962]

i had a 2.2 x type sovereign...bloody fantastic car ....

[@phillipclaridge3112]

Good review! I had a stick shift version of the same and they are great cars. The one thing you might have mentioned is the rust issue. If buying. you MUST look under the the plastic sill covers which can hide a whole lot of problems. Cars are routinely written off because of the rust being hidden. The biggest concern is that it is often missed at MOT time so consequently it is often found when the car is too far gone. I now have an S-Type which can be vulnerable to the same problem. It needed a small amount of remedial work this year and that cost 500!

[@gefthetalkingmongoose]

I love the cliffhangy slanted-in grill (not sure how you describe it) - like a 70s BMW. Not many later cars with those.

[@MegaWayneD]

I took my Brother in-law's 54-plate X-type estate for an MOT last year. It was a very tired manual two wheel drive Diesel and I absolutely hated it! The springs had gone in the gear shifter so it was hellish to change. One of the headlights was aiming at the ceiling during the MOT! Eventually we managed to fix it and then two weeks later the alternator regulator decided to give up and fry all the electrics. He has a Mercedes C-class now...

[@terrydactyl868]

Hi HubNut....official figure is only 19% Mondeo. Bonnet not opening, one of the probs. Keep up the good work. Great reports.

I got told off by an owner of these that it certainly wasn't a Mondeo in a morning suit seeing as it had 'Jaguar' on the engine cover. I really like these though, especially in wagon form, very handsome motor. AWD anyone? I'd love one of these.

[@themitchell1972]

I had the 2.5 manual S type (rare). I took the back boxes off and sounded beautiful.

[@kevinhabener1279]

That's gotta be ultra rare. In The States, where I am, the 3.0L V6 with manual in the S Type is super duper rare.

[@adrianrobertson1478]

Green has to be better than Red or Blue or even worse, Orange! My dad's 195?s Triumph Standard Vanguard estate had green back lit dials! Love your channel, HubNut, Keep on keeping on, mate! Adrian,Tasmania Australia.

[@orion1983uk]

I never understood why some folk made such a big deal about this being based on a Mondeo's underpinnings. For starts, it was the mk3 Mondeo which was a fine car. Secondly, you don't hear Audi drivers complaining about the premium they pay for their A4s which, by this logic, is a Passat in a fancy frock.

[@DrJakesVeryBritishReviews]

Oh my. I was going to film a review of my X-Type this weekend.

[@waynetetley584]

Lot of tech in one of those! Transverse v6 4wd. Very clever.

[@pdtech4524]

I had the 1999 Jaguar 3.0 V6 S Type, all the interior 'wood' trim was plastic but looked very much like wood, had me fooled for a while until I noticed a tiny hairline crack in one of the panels! The steering wheel was actually made of real wood surprisingly. Mine had the built in sat nav with the control unit for it in the boot, which had a CD built into it to update the maps. Mine also had the j gate gear selection but I never really used anything other than Drive, which seemed to work very well. The v6 in mine was actually all ford based with the jaguar intake manifold, ford engine parts are a lot cheaper than the jaguar equivalent, so when ordering parts, make sure you check if a ford part is available.👍😎

[@gregcavarra4807]

The trim is wood (Jag has never used fake wood) but, like all veneers, thin. It is coated with a thick layer of lacquer - that must be what hairline cracked.

[@jamesgraham6122]

Just noticed this has been posted for three years !! I'm now on my second X-Type estate.. as it happens, the same colour as the one shown. A pity he wasn't looking at the paint on a dry day.. it's one of the most beautiful paint jobs you could wish for.. the green has been injected with almost microscopic gold flakes.. in the sunlight it's absolutely stunning. The bonnet catch is in the left footwell and with 8 years of ownership of two X-type estates, I've not had an issue with either. Sorry HubNut but you should have looked a little further.. there is a spare wheel, beneath the floor in the boot. For the past 5 years I've had the 2.2 turbo-diesel, a marked improvement on the 2.00 Turbo, it gives exactly the same performance as the petrol alternative, but around 50mpg on a long run at 70-80 mph and half the road tax (I believe), obviously more noise than the petrol engines but one of the quietest diesels on the road, any diesel noise is only noticed when idling stationary, once underway we don't notice it at all, a short time ago I considered an Audi diesel convertible as a toy for the summer, within in a minute I'd had to shut the thing down.. bought an XJS instead! In the 8 years of owning X-Type estates (perfect for all my boat stuff), I've fitted one clutch and had two suspension arms replaced.. other than that, totally reliable. Jokes about Mondeos.. laugh all you wish but I'm driving a Jaguar with beautiful stitched cream leather upholstery, wonderful for long journeys, great overtaking performance, I've had a dozen or more Jaguars over the past 50 years including two E-Types and the original S-Type..(1966)..I've always considered them a 'driver's' car so opt for the manual gearbox, I like to decide for myself which gear I need ! I love it dearly, can't see anything I'd rather have under ten thousand pounds, and why buy another car that I have no knowledge of.? I'm taking it in soon to have it completely checked over and hopefully will get at least another five years out of my 2007 X-type ! PS.. HM the Queen owned the X-Type estate for a number of years so it must be a bit special :>)

[@peterwilliams8922]

My wife had the 2.2 diesel, also an estate. Ours came just at the facelift time which meant that it was fitted with DPF filters which made it entirely useless for the commuting it was bought for. However it was a very versatile engine (filters aside) lovely to drive and you would never know it was diesel from inside apart from the eager shove in the back when the turbo kicked in - sometimes a little belatedly... though to be fair, the surge made up for the wait. I think Jaguar cut the model much too early. On a factory tour, I talked with an engineer who told me the X-Type estate was actually mostly the equivalent Volvo model, I forget which, but when parked next to them, it was immediately obvious.

[@paultucker1272]

I love an underdog, to the X-Type gets a thumbs up from me! Also, that appears to be in fantastic condition, so credit to the previous owners. And wax! Look at that beading on the windows! How very UN-Hubnut lol

[@leelee1973la]

Thank you. This is my X type in the video... I didn't actually want this car, but it was my Wife that persuaded me to buy it... and I'm thankful she did. Going by the paperwork, it's wanted for nothing and has been very well cared for. I've had it almost a 12 months now and can honestly say, I absolutely love this car and it's still wants for nothing.

[@danieleregoli812]

As a Jag fan, and XJ40 owner, I am absolutely not ashamed to say that I also really like the X-type. Drove one for work years ago (2.5, manual), and they are nice cars, yes they are not terribly refined, and do have some occasional faults and lots of plastic, but to me they are still 100% Jag, and the Ford underpinnings if anything make it more reliable. The styling is still to this day to die for - so elegant, classy, and flowy.... Lovely car!

[@evie8143]

Nice Mondeo! Really nice.

[@grahamevans9606]

After I sold my Rover 75 Connie diesel...I went to a Jag X Type 2.2 diesel Sport auto.. as my Knee was playing up. A much better car than many give credit for. Passed on to my brother when I went XF.

[@AlanReynoldsBucklandJunction]

Value and comfort for a bargain price. I have always appreciated Jaguar cars. My Dear Sister calls them Shaguar's. She adores them too...

[@MrBrianc1975]

Hey, I have the 2.2 diesel thank you very much and I think it's alright. It's quiet and quicker than my Passat tdi was. Mines the sovereign, auto wipers, auto lights, heated leather, alpine stereo with factory subwoofer, it's a comfy barge. Probably worth about £200 bargin!

[@CharlesSmith-zt7vt]

One of this could have made a nice wafty car for NZ - I've just had a look and they're pretty affordable. However, can't wait to see what you have actually arranged - hopefully it's suitably Hubnut!

[@patrickhopkinson1851]

Currently have two, a 2.5 Sport Saloon and a 2.0D Sport Premium estate. Both are fantastic and over ten years of ownership have been refined, reliable and fun to drive. The Diesel version is brilliant on the motorway with mountains of torque and feels much faster between 50mph and, erm, 70mph than the 2.5. In bad weather the 4 wheel drive 2.5 just has the edge (it’s spookily good on ice) but the heavyish engine makes the driven front wheels of the Diesel version grip almost as well. On a twisty road I prefer either to our 4.2 XK8.

[@robertescott1139]

I'm currently running a 53 plate, 2.1 v6 auto. I paid £550 with 61k on clock and mot, it costs more to tax than insure 😂. A lot of car for next to no money

[@wayneprice5082]

I paid £250 for a pretty mint 03 plate 2.1 V6 saloon with 59,000 miles, absolutely love it, even though it has a hint of tweed and flatcap about it! 😂

[@robertescott1139]

@@wayneprice5082 comfy though 😂😂

[@MaxMountainWorld]

Hey. Long Time No Contact. I Have Finally Bought One.... 2007 2.5V6 SE Estate (Low Miles & Immaculate). Now You Have Two Reasons to Come Visit The Alps (I am Keeping "EK" the Saxo Exclusive too!!!). Loving The Videos. I Hope All Is Well With You. Cheers.

[@stevienico452]

Its the grandfather of the Mondeo, sideboard in the front and settee in the back. No reason to dislike it, just had that 'I'm not really a Jag' look about it

[@onesandzeroes]

I love the green!

[@simonhodgetts6530]

I like that. The interior in particular. I might have a little look on EBay (other auction websites are available). P.s. I miss green dial illumination........

[@robinforrest7680]

Excellent as always. Next one from NZ I guess...