Jaguar's Biggest Mistake? Why The Unloved X-Type Is A 20 Year Old's Perfect Car

In today's video, courtesy of channel fan Greg, I am looking at the almost universally unloved X-Type - the one which was a Mondeo underneath. Does it really deserve the reputation it got, or was there something to like about this car?
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[@agt155]

Everyone criticised the X Type for being a Mondeo underneath, no one seemed to criticise Audi's for being Skoda's underneath though.

[@WindyJAMiller]

Other way round.

[@Bartonovich52]

Uh... no. Car platforms are made with multiple vehicles in mind. So saying that a Mondeo is on a Jaguar platform is every bit as true as saying that Audi is on a Skoda platform. But since luxury marques are supposed to be based on exclusivity, and will be produced at a fraction of the volume of their more humble stablemates.. it’s far more pertinent as well as blistering to point out the plebeian qualities of luxury or performance cars.

[@WindyJAMiller]

@@Bartonovich52 My thinking is that they build to a certain level of mechnical build quality which is good enough for the "higher" marques. Then cut them down to meet a cost on the "lower" marques. So a skoda can have a tuned down engine or smaller wheels, the engine will fundimentaly be the same as will the wheels, just the power/size is reduced, or doesnt look quite as hip. Where as with the X Type jag it was a mondeo built to look like a jag, it has a transit engine in it, the running gear is mondeo. There is nothing wrong with this just not the same as VAG group cars, at least how I see it.

[@sambrooks7862]

Volvo V60, also mondeo tdci

[@agt155]

@@WindyJAMiller The X-Type was probably more different to the Mondeo than the Skoda Superb was to the VW Passat and Audi A4/6. The difference is timing. The Jag was released after the Mondeo, and was thus labelled 'based on the Mondeo', even though untrue. Whilst with VAG group vehicles the premier marques tended to arrive first. All marketing.

[@cupidstunt22]

I’d buy one precisely because it is not a default Audi/Mercedes/BMW It got a whiff of old fashioned style and most importantly it’s a JAAAAAG

[@chriscarbaugh3936]

And more than whiff of Ford Mod.

[@gbtriumph3216]

@@chriscarbaugh3936 The RELIABLE alter-ego of this Jaguar.

[@elizabethanderson1531]

No it's not, it's a bloody Ford mate ie: it's a heap of trash.

[@paulgabolinscy2502]

It’s a Ford. It’s not a Jaguar.

[@jasonwilletts559]

It's a Jaguar X-Type, it has some Ford input, and shares some components.

[@TheKatWeasel]

I love the fact you’re reviewing affordable, realistic cars for young people!

[@Ze-Germanzuk]

I still think the X-type is a brilliant looking car, it's aged so well. May not be the best car but at least it looks good 🙂

[@jimmyfarley5581]

Would you agree that some cars didn't look that great at the time but today they look nice! I guess that comment says more about modern styling than the old.

[@brucemaclennan9879]

Ze Germanz - I agree, whatever it's faults I think it is the most sleek and stylish car ever - always catches my eye when I see one.

[@janicetillman6044]

YES

[@crazehayes1]

Absolutely agree but only in this kind of spec, meaning no chrome bits like around the windows and bumpers or grill, the Aruba or proteus alloys and the dark carbon look interior rather than wood and beige. Also it still looks good with or without the xs body kit in that kind of spec too.

[@IcyBrown]

Looks classy as hell. Id kill to have one.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Great video! Pure coincidence we should make a video on the X Type at the same time. Very similar conclusion too. They're decent cars - I don't think they deserve the hate. Cheers

[@s.m.whiteII]

I was thinking the same thing🤨

[@AddictedMotors]

I've recently found myself prowling around for a manual one to drive.

[@damilolaakanni]

They were better looking cars than the S-type in my opinion. I really wished they did something like the X-type but bigger and rear wheel drive like what BMW did with the E46 and E39. And Jaguars shouldn't have manual transmissions. They're luxury cars, not sports cars.

[@jakecletus2824]

@@damilolaakanni there were plans in 2007 to make an x-type r unfortunately only two were made

[@Stormy177]

@@jakecletus2824 I'm pretty sure I saw one on AutoTrader not so long ago - if I realised it was such a limited edition I'd have snapped it up!

[@daveallen8248]

I bought one in 2002 - a 2.5 V6 AWD - my first brand new car. Loved it but sold it for a larger Jag when kids came along (S-Type V8). Since then I've had only Jags - daily drivers and weekend fun cars. This really worked for me and got me hooked. I bought a 3.0 Estate last year for the (now grown up) kids. Great video - good comments - thanks!

[@iacobmarius6810]

do u recommend it for starters? I got a deal on a 2.5 v6 automatic,pretty well mantained and quite a lot of features on it .I keep on seeing people saying they are not reliable on one hand but others say it's great

[@georgetuckley]

Amazing timing. I'm 19 and bought a 2005 X Type just two days ago!

[@Loundsify]

Join the jaguar x Type owners group on Facebook.

[@kingchakazulu7762]

Sorry to hear that.

[@VintageVelocity99]

Nice bro im 21 i wanna buy only the 2008 version but a decent one is 6000 euros so gotta save a little more

[@aliozdil6586]

Enjoy it mate

[@mudplugging]

Well done George. 👍

[@rockinjimmy7]

I drove a 2008 X-Type Sport Premium for 10 years or so, until I slightly rear ended another car and mine was written off by the insurers. I loved that car and although I’ve been driving a MY19 XJ since, I still think very fondly of it. Wonderful to drive long distance and very economical. Engine was quiet, but packed a punch and the car felt really well put together. I was depressed for a couple of months by the violent separation and I’ll always have a special place in my heart for it. Thank you for reminding me of my beloved X-Type (despite the vulgar, after market interior of the one driven here that makes me nauseous). Love it.

[@TheAlmightyClipse]

I gave this comment a like for; "I was depressed for a couple of months by the violent separation" 😂

[@lnr243]

Errrmmm the one here is an XS LE PREMIUM SPORT:):):)

[@ryanpatterson9526]

I used to sell these back in the early 2000s when I worked at a Jag dealer. On paper & specs (US version) it blew the competition (BMW, Merc, Audi, Lexus) out of the water in power and features. They were pretty easy to sell once you got the buyer beyond the “It’s just a Ford” objection.

[@LynxStarAuto]

Lol no way. It felt, and behaved like a Ford Mondeo. Not a bad thing, but nothing Jaguar about it. That's why it is loathed. Same with the S Type.

[@JNAMOTORSPORTS]

@@LynxStarAuto compared at the times? It was a better car look at the used cars now all the other cars are total shit and Jags are so over built and nice it’s beyond impressive

[@geoffwilding690]

Had 2 x types as rep cars. Bullet proof but not exciting. Loved them both

[@darklight6013]

@@JNAMOTORSPORTS In all honesty, before today, i never knew this car was a "fiasco"... It looks great, today even more and, just like you say, her adversaries look like shit compared today.

[@5ebra1]

Even before watching this I know I am going to enjoy it. Love your reviews of cheaper, older obtainable cars. Please keep it up.

[@nudisco300]

Owned one, loved it and I think the low biting point of the clutch makes it feel much more powerful than it is.

[@wyrazowfkp]

Clutch was also a Mondeo TDCi problem. Easy to stall, even when shifting 1st to 2nd :D Had to burn the clutch like a student driver to get going :P

[@koitorob]

WHAT?

[@14sgdpg82]

my mates got 1 considering were used to mk4 fiestas and polos it feels like a rolls royce haha great vid

[@COYGunners]

In my 20’s I was driving a beaten Opel Corsa 😂😂. I’d have been the happiest lad on earth with an X type

[@skimmingstoness]

Owned two and driven dozens and the suspension is nowhere near as smooth as a Rolls-Royce, you would be better getting a Rover 75 if you want Roller ride for peanuts.

[@thegearknob7161]

@@skimmingstoness Agree they're on the firm side, especially with sport suspension and big wheels like this one has. I've only driven X types with sport suspension though, how different is the standard? Is it more like a standard spec mk3 Mondeo, I've got one of those. Even the sport ones are still nowhere near as bone shattering as a M sport BMW is though. They still feel decently damped over holes, instead of crashing down into them. For really good ride on the cheap, old XJs, or hydro Citroens are the way to go, if you can find one. Rolls Royce did licence their suspension from Citroen after all.

[@starlightandeverythingnice1650]

@@skimmingstoness I think he meant it's a big upgrade from a plastic car like a fiesta

[@matsfroyen]

@@thegearknob7161 We got two of those x-types... going from Mondeo mk3 and Focus mk2. And no... the X-type is a total different car campared to the mk3 mondeo. We have one Estate 2,2 diesel with 6-speed gearbox and one 3.0 Sport AWD, both manual. The 3.0 AWD is a lot of fun in the winter, new fallen snow in the Swedish roundabouts is a perfect conditions :D if u want the true AWD, the look for cars before 2004, after that they are strange.

[@laowhy86]

Such a fantastic channel. Consistent, feel good, and informative. Thanks Jay.

[@JayEmmOnCars]

Thankyou very much

[@Anonymouseys]

C-Milk? Love your channel. I've shown everyone the white mon🔑 videos (sorry YT keeps censoring my comments when I write monk..)

[@y0057]

I agree 💯 %

[@martyschulz74]

Hey C-Milk 🙂 Nice to see you in the comment section of a random YT clip. Cheers from a 7 year China veteran ✌️

[@ArmadaAsesino]

I find it funny how many random channels I watch that you pop up on haha. Great minds think alike :D

[@manfredmeehan4099]

I was involved in the first 95 prototypes being built at browns lane very good cars

[@jackcarter7190]

I live on browns lane lol

[@jackcarter7190]

My dad worked at browns lane most of his life, maybe you met at some point?

[@xavec]

My first car & here it still is. Never left me on the road, everything works well & it's damn good looking in my opinion. It has a hint of small luxury in there. Mine is petrol powered, four wheel drive, 2004 model. Only complait I've had is with the brakes. Manual & the clutch wasn't my favorite but I didn't ruin my drive. Loved the steering & quitness. I had it on many roadtrips as well.

[@gewfone]

Quietness *

[@travelandtech2185]

Thanks for the info. I am intrested to buy a used one. If you don't mind whats the honest opinion about its reliability and any major items changed over time?. Cheers 🍻

[@ricebix]

yeah give us an update brother, I'm looking at buying one

[@grumgrum2174]

Had one as a company car, it was well built, reliable and a great drive. 4 wheel drive got me out of trouble in snow a couple of times.

[@billyboy2866]

Had 2 of these...both auto. 1 beautiful 3.0 and the 2nd was the 2.5. Loved them both and would certainly have kept one, if I had the space. Great cars and I am so glad that I had the opportunity to have owned them. Thanks for the video .👍🏻😎

[@5amH45lam]

I got given a 4.2 V8 Jag when I was 23. I thought I'd never get it insured, but it was considerably cheaper than my 2.0 4cyl Scirocco.

[@jimmyfarley5581]

I think insurance companies base their quotes on badge snobbery more than anything else. Badge snobbery in turn leads to the potential of theft. A thief is more likely to steal a modern VW over an older Jag. The VW is easier to sell on. Making it more expensive to insure. In all other regards your 4.2 V8 Jag would be more expensive to run and own. Fuel, Road Tax, Tyres and Parts the Jag would cost far more than the VW. More reasons why the VW is the better car to steal.

[@stevec6427]

I pay less to insure my 5.0 supercharged Jag XFR than my Skoda Octavia 2.0 diesel

[@mmmbilly]

@@stevec6427 imagine how many Octavia’s get smashed up, as mini-cabs.

[@jimmyfarley5581]

@@stevec6427 because the skoda is much more common than Jag and easier to steal and sell on. The skoda is far more likely to be purchased by a new/young driver. Making the Skoda an easily stolen, new drivers first car that's likely to be crashed. I'm not surprised the Jag is cheaper to insure.

[@wetlettuce4768]

Similar deal with my first car, got a 1996 Mercedes C200 which was quite a bit cheaper than insuring a Fiesta 1.25. Think it's got something to do with how many are written off by boy racers.

[@terryc8164]

Nice to see a good balanced review of the X Type. A seriously underrated car. I am seriously tempted by an awd estate version, as a daily driver, to partner my XK8.

[@grahamwalker6395]

I was in the same situation, I have an XKR. I was seriously looking for a 4WD Auto estate for practicality as I use a wheelchair but my local garage offered me a ridiculously cheap Volvo V70 D5 so gave in.

[@qlus]

@@grahamwalker6395 not a bad alternative, those d5 cars will run forever and are built like tanks

[@SKYSAW59]

2.5 Estate is superb.

[@jamesclarkson3009]

I'm biased because I owned one for 2 years but the one to have is the 3.0 v6 with the manual gearbox. 230bhp, 0-60 in 7 seconds and 146 mph. Sounds nice too. I don't think any of the diesels or the entry level 2.1 petrol had 4wd but I could be wrong. Early ones like what I had have a viscous coupling centre diff whereas later ones have an open diff and rely on traction control. Mine was very reliable. Liked a drink but could manage 30+mpg on the motorway if you were careful haha.

[@NZotyoka81]

You’ve right the 4x4 option was only came with the 2.5 and 3.0 v6. I don’t like the diesel neither cause it’s wierd in a Jaguar.

[@jamesclarkson3009]

@@NZotyoka81 I agree gotta be petrol with at least 6 cylinders in a jag but it's personal preference. If someone's doing a big mileage the diesel would make sense.

[@RealCavemary]

Had the 3.0 aut. Estate 4x4 X-type in my last year of university, lovely cruiser, though really thirsty! Like 11,7mpg city and 18mpg highway. Miss it... This video made me start searching for one again!

[@RichardEnglander]

Ah, now I know what the problem with them is! Fuel economy

[@stephandelaney4097]

Yah i hate the fuel economy of v6

[@mandst5466]

Had one for 11 years, 2.2D estate mapped to around 190bhp. Bloody brilliant all rounder.

[@moodley100]

Sounds like an awesome machine! How was the reliability?

[@mandst5466]

@@moodley100 Really good, never broke down. Just replaced things like water pump, power steering pump, suspension bushes, wheel bearings, brakes. Considering I gave it a really hard time sometimes, not bad at all.

[@alexbilton2071]

@@mandst5466 Could the gearbox and clutch cope with the extra torque? I'm looking at an auto and getting a remap (28hp/70torque) would it cope, do you think?

[@mandst5466]

@@alexbilton2071 Mine was a manual mapped to plus 30 to 40 bhp and plus 50 ftlb torque. Did 80,000 mapped miles with no problems, same clutch and duel mass flywheel. Can’t say if the auto would cope as well or not. The map completely transformed the car from a narrow power band (1800rpm to 2600rpm ) to pulling all the way to 4000rpm. Still faster than a VW Golf GTD even with 122000 miles on the clock. Surprised a few newer cars with it 👍🏻

[@alexbilton2071]

@@mandst5466 thanks for the reply mate. I've been looking at the v6's and they're just too thirsty on the fuel. I've found a nice 100k miles 2.2D, good engine then? Are they found in other cars?

[@mikesmith71]

Absolutely loved my 3.0 v6 AWD, it was surprisingly agile and quick for it's size while still able to feel like a magic carpet on the motorways. Having had a mondeo in the past this was a completely different animal in a very good way, even now with every new car that comes along the missus still says "yeah, but remember the jag!" 🐯

[@steveh3576]

I had a 3.0 estate used and abused it for 90k miles i eventually blew the transfere box not a fantastic car but a good workhorse

[@ricebix]

I'm looking at a Silver 2007 3.0 V6 AWD for sale fucking bank is taking their time to put my loan through though. Also saw a mint 2008 2.1 V6 in british racing green it looked so good but sold already. I'm gonna cry if this other one sells, there's nothing else for sale near me that stands out like the X types, I need to have it

[@fabiovaccaro1094]

Bought a 2005 sport series as daily use car. Such handful and stylish car and distinguished young timer . Really proud of It.

[@steveegginton535]

Great to see two reviews of this under rated car in 1 weekend. I had a 2.1V6 X Type (it was all my budget could stretch to at the time!) for 12 years and it was brilliant very reliable car. I hadn't seen any comments on the clutch for years it used to be a common complaint. The clutch action took some getting used to, low biting point and very heavy particularly in traffic. Think Jag are more suited to autos!

[@toplespecah666]

How much kilometers now? No leaking oil anywhere?

[@TacomaGuy06]

I had a x type for many years, the 05 3.0 x type, and it was hands down the most beautiful, well styled and the absolute most reliable vehicle I have ever had and I would put iy up any car any day for reliability

[@detonator2112]

I had a X-Type 2.5 AWD model year 2004 and I drove 120 thousand kilometers with it in 5 years, with absolutely ZERO issues. I just changed the synchro and motor oils regularly and kept up with the maintenance. It was ultra reliable. Actually it was among the most reliable cars according to a German survey back in 2008 in its midsize range. This car has gotten so much crap because Ford made a colossal tactical marketing mistake by releasing Mondeo first and Jaguar afterwards. Then people said how it was "a Mondeo in a drag" although it only had like 17% Ford parts. Had they released Jaguar first and then advertised Mondeo with "17% Jaguar parts" it would have been completely different story. I loved my X-Type and it was a flawless car which got a lot of positive comments from people here in Finland (where all Jaguars are kinda "exotic" cars). History has treated this car so unfairly. PS: This facelifted last model exterior looked incredibly good. 2.0d is pretty bad version to review though haha.

[@Vitek22ful]

Hello. I want to buy such a car. 2.5 V6 4x4. What should I pay attention to when buying?

[@detonator2112]

@@Vitek22ful Rust under the plastic side housing that goes under the doors. Rust anywhere. And then change the differential oil. Those are the main issues typically.

[@Vitek22ful]

@@detonator2112 And tell me about the automatic transmission? I do not want manual. This is a Jaguar, it is not appropriate to have a manual gearbox :)

[@detonator2112]

@@Vitek22ful Automatic was flawless for me. Just change the oil in every 60.000 miles or so. It was very smooth and nice box. Should be quite reliable too.

[@Vitek22ful]

@@detonator2112 Thank you very much for the information. Will you recommend some oil to such a box?

[@DestroPlaysMinecraft]

I've got a Xtype sport estate 2.2d and I love it. It's perfect and amazing value for money. I'm a mid 20s female and it's just comfy to drive and a perfect daily to pair with a st225 for weekends

[@X8X8X8X8X8X8X8X8X8X]

Personal experience report: We bought an X-Type (2.5 automatic in Westminster Blue) in 2002. Reasons for the X-Type included its gorgeous styling, the brand, a V6, AWD, and three years of warrenty. All of which made it far superior to the Mercedes C-class which would have been the natural replacement for our trusty 190E. In the ten years of ownership we daily drove the car (including daily school runs with me as a school kid) for a total of 273000 km (169000 miles). Downsides of the car included a horrible dealer network in Germany (Stuttgart's so-called "Premium Cars" division of Ford had no idea), a gearbox issue which had to be fixed (at 120000 km), and finally, a broken head gasket and tremendous amounts of rust (living in a area where roughly half of the year roads are covered with salt - our 2004 S-Type suffered the same fate). On the upside, it was a daily joy to all of us, more than other car in that price range could have ever been, and our trusty companion for a decade.

[@andreasberntsen768]

I bought a jaguar x-type when i turned 18! It was a blast untill everything broke or rusted away... the clutch releasebearing, serpentinebelt and all bearings had to be replaced. The glowplugs got stucked in the enginetop and the whole underside was rusted.

[@glennsheppard3320]

Great review Jay, never understood why the xtype had such poor reviews as the Mondeo base wasn't that bad, but this review clears that up somewhat. Thanks

[@Barbarapape]

As a previous X type owner, it was the sort of car that you loved and cursed at the same time. The "Lemon car" tag that it seems to attract is at times well deserved. The one i had was a 4wd 2.5 V6 estate in sovereign trim, the engine choice was a bad one, it drank like a 3 litre, but did not have the performance. The one thing that drove me mad were the rattles and squeeks, despite trying all the known fixes, it still rattled on a rough road. In the end the high running costs and unfixable rattles were too much, so i sold it at a massive loss, no one wanted a gutless thirsty rattle box! If you are tempted, please avoid the 2.5 V6, go for the 3.0 V6, also go for the later restyled version, they had cured most of the early gremlins that the MK1 suffers from. It's a cheap way to own a Jag, but does not give you the pride of ownership that a Jaguar should.

[@calibrazxr750]

I had one (2.2 diesel) and I loved it. The engine sounded like something usually found with 'John Deere' written on it, but it was fast, comfortable, felt like a luxury car to some degree and I loved the retro looks. But sadly, it started to go wrong and once it started, it never stopped. I got sick of replacing things and carrying out maintenance on it just to keep it running anything close to acceptable. Oh, and if you buy one, pray to whatever God you think can help you if you ever need to change a headlight bulb. It is possible, but as I recall, it involved far more effort, swearing and skin from my knuckles than a job that small should ever need.

[@thomasgray5406]

To me it's strange how the media slated the X Type in many ways yet paradoxically commended the silencing of the diesel engine .My diesel can clearly be heard inside the car but, I agree, both diesels are competent units with good torque.

[@bensmithkent22]

Ha you try the ingenium in the much later xe. Embarrassing how loud that thing is.

[@genemayne1577]

The parking brake on an X type never worked and was always an , MOT failure till late 2003 and the biggest con with a garage. Was to make you change the handbrake cables?and Rear callipers..

[@terryhow8288]

Great to hear a positive review, I owned my x-type at 20 and loved it. One tiny point I’d like to make is that, the one he is testing had the 18 inch wheel and sport suspension so to say the ride is not Jag is a little unfair. I have a sovereign with the normal suspension and 17 inch wheel and the ‘floaty ride’ is definitely soft and very comfortable. Mine is also the 2.2d which is by far a better engine than the 2.0, it’s more refined and needless to say better performance. The 2008 onwards x-types are the best of the bunch for quality of interior.

[@scottie2065]

My father had a 2.5 v6 sport manual back when I had first passed my test. Fantastic car the 4wd drive system was incredibly sure-footed. Plenty of torque and good build quality. Quite thirsty on fuel though.

[@martinjohnston4274]

First class video and, I believe, an honest and credible appraisal of a car that appears to have been unfairly judged for a long time. Well done Jay. Good work sir.

[@theo5928]

I'm 22 and I got one of these in the estate version. It's old and knackered and has some annoying quirks but I love it. Wasn't planning on buying a Jag, but I was looking for an estate so I could camp in it and these came up super cheap. Really economic, lovely seats, plenty of power for me and plus it gets a lot of comments which is fun.

[@MrPeterPhelps]

I bought one about 12 years ago, the unloved 2.1 V6. I was looking to replace my Mondeo, and on leafing through the classifieds discovered that X types were ridiculously cheap. Performance was adequate, and it was very comfortable, and very smooth. It was our family transport and my daily driver for several years, and I have very fond memories of it. I replaced it with an Audi A4 2.0T S-line, a real wolf in sheep‘s clothing, but with a brutally hard ride that shook all my fillings out.

[@zzeug]

Just found this lovely video and started thinking about the starting point of my love for Jags, which was the 2.5l X Type of my mother. We loved this little car which brought me in the end into an XJ Supersport 😍 Thank you, little car!

[@LonicGheshu]

I had this one as a company car and really loved it. Had a Ford Mondeo before it so it was the same controls but a definite upgrade.

[@v88dicky32]

I ran a 3.0 AWD manual Sovereign as a daily driver for over three years. And, as a daily driver, it was perfect. Comfy, quick, handled well and very reliable. As far as economy was concerned, I used to get 33mpg on my 27 mile commute and more on a longer run. The tech (for the age) was great too. Heated electric seats and screen and voice command that worked a treat! And no, there was no rusty sills or subframes etc, but I undersealed it early on. With good quality all season tyres, it got me through some nasty winters too. All in all, an ideal daily for me, and that’s all I could ask of it. 😊👍

[@georgeplayingguitar]

The 2.5 or 3.0 V6 is the one to have. Been great 4WD family cars over the years.

[@TheRealJiggyboy]

Still running?

[@georgeplayingguitar]

@@TheRealJiggyboy Our latest, acquired in 2018. A 2007 3.0 V6 sovereign. On 140K and going strong.

[@teller4610]

Looking at a 3.0 v6 awd 97k. Manual. Im worried its a Manual not automatic. Anyone got info?

[@georgeplayingguitar]

@@teller4610 Manual should have ‘less’ issues. Only worry being the clutch, but the same on all manuals. They still have a dual mass flywheel though… gearbox out to sort. Saves you having a gearbox flush thoigh with a manual!

[@teller4610]

Just bought the 3.0 v6 and only has 90k. Its an absolute gem. Needs tracking. But other than that I can't believe how good it is. Hopefully this will be a start of something great.

[@dodgeymrd]

i miss my x type. happy memories

[@michazielinski4130]

same here :'c

[@wiqn-gl3cm]

Why did u sell it then bruh

[@dodgeymrd]

@@wiqn-gl3cm life changed, i needed something different. no regrets.

[@daviddavidson7079]

I owned the 2.5 v6 auto awd version and it was awesome. It never got stuck in the snow and it handled like no other car I have owned.

[@timbre7999]

Love these budget car reviews! That X diesel was as you say rather good in it's midrange pull (not to the extend that BMWs 320d was enjoyable but still good). In 4 wheel drive form it was surprisingly good in wintertime and the styling has aged well. So agreed, a stylish thing that 2.0d X type

[@bannockchief]

They're decent cars, I have one with the 2.5 gas engine, automatic. The engine castings aren't perfect, some of the head castings are off causing miss-alignment in ports. Transmission has seals that are in the transfer case, at least 4, but likely 6. If any of these seals gets torn during assembly, which occurred a lot from the manufacturer, then you will likely wear the transfer case bearings quicker which often leads to overheating, bearing spalling, gummed up bearing and total transfer case case destruction. There are smaller issues with coolant leaks from older, overheated o rings, and issues with the electronic throttle control. Check your transfer case fluid and transmission fluid if you buy one. Recently rebuilt the transmission, replaced seals in engine, cleaned cats, and am currently rebuilding the transfer case as I found torn seals upon inspection. Very glad I decided to check it out because it was certainly torn from the factory and they never checked when the transmission was replaced last time.

[@klasseact6663]

I think the lack of chrome grill makes this car look really good👍👍

[@BavarianM]

Chrome is good if not overdone

[@stefanloser3632]

I am driving a manual 2.0 Sport Petrol for nearly 20 years now and have clocked 334.000 km now with still the first clutch and exhaust....and still love it

[@beeexx800]

Nice car I like the bodykit on that, makes it a lot more "aggressive" without being too vulgar/ over the top. Just finished a major overhaul on my SE 2.0D and thought it would be worth mentioning the cost of getting a used example to like-new condition. You're looking at about a grand to do suspension/steering/wheel bearings/brakes/tyres/alignment and closer to 1500 if it needs a clutch/dmf. And will probably need loads of other bits depending on how nice you want it to be. Mine had a slight oil leak from timing cover gasket, faulty turbo actuator and advanced corrosion to both subframes and sills along with few other issues, if I didn't work in a garage I probably would have scrapped the car so its important for the average person to consider this. Much cheaper to maintain a small hatchback.

[@Solidfuel69]

Bought 1 of these 2 years ago for £300 and i love it never had any bother with it 👍

[@mazdaguy_6046]

Just watched High Peak Autos review and saw this haha

[@michaelyounes29]

Yep same!

[@squeakers27]

@@michaelyounes29 he did say the night before that it was a conference 😆

[@JJonCars]

Funny how that always seems to happen with KZbin :D

[@golders99]

Same

[@mikedaniels3009]

Luv yr clear, professional voice, no mumbling, concise to the point. Way back I was tempted to purchase this Jag, went on a test ride too, but being 6ft 2, it simply couldn't accommodate me without my feeling like a square peg in a round hole in it and smthg I couldn't put the finger on simply didn't feel right. Maybe just as well. And then, driving manual, yikes. Cheers, keep them coming.

[@DrBarkles]

I’m 22 and I’ve had a facelift sport premium for the last 18 month... amazing car but cost me shit tonnes in tyres thanks to the heavy front end and terrible potholes!

[@Lesfac]

I had two X Types and loved them. The Mondeo was a great car and the X Type was a Mondeo with knobs on. There was nothing to dislike. Lovely interior and smooth ride. The negative comments can only be due to snobbery due to the association with Ford and or ignorance.

[@panki-7]

In Serbia this is still new car and dream car for many, me included.

[@kyivwithgeofftanya5546]

In Kyiv still £8k for a 2005 LOL £500 in the UK

[@starlightandeverythingnice1650]

@@kyivwithgeofftanya5546 I got one in los angels for 2500 but it needs 2500 in repairs

[@vindaloovince2194]

I have had two and they were great cars.

[@nickgeorgiou123]

Just bought a jaguar X-Type 2.0 d sovereign for £600! I can't believe what a brilliant car it is, incredibly underated and superb to drive

[@raff_spriggles_tfn5910]

I've owned my Xtype estate for 7 ish years, it's on 160,000 miles and bar the alternator and the sills it's been pretty much bulletproof. I love it that much that I recently sold my XF to put the Xtype back on the road.

[@TheWhiskeyMan-rk7qv]

I love the Jaguar X-Type. I used to have an 03 example in Quarts grey with the cream leather interior. It was a 2.5 with a 5 speed automatic. Lovely car, despite what people think of them. I have a 12 reg XF Saloon now. That's obviously a big step up, but I do still think of my old X-Type from time to time.

[@garygriffiths2911]

I quite like these too - to the extent that I almost got myself one a few years ago. But then my reasearch soon unearthed the horror story of their rust prone (and invisible externally) inner sills and I chickened out.

[@psibrunojusto]

I am 28 and I am CRAZY for this car. Crazy. I was appaled by how cheap it its. I actually find this car cooler than an Audi, Mercedes, Bmw or Tesla. It looks so lit, a bit retro/alternative but at the same type sporty.

[@Fastwunz]

I always liked the look of these

[@daltonsikhosana8275]

Same

[@ErraticBuddha]

A baby XJ, and I love how the old XJ looks.

[@kieran9246]

Me too, but I think the Rover 75 looks better

[@robertjames6640]

I owned the Lincoln version of this revamped Ford Mondeo and it was a trouble free car for four years and 60,000 miles. My elderly neighbor has just sold her Jaguar X type : AWD with one issue in the transmission selector mechanism. All round, not too bad a vehicle.

[@velocemidwest]

I quite love the way the X-Type looks, and think it has aged extremely well. Vaguely modern, maybe. I like the current Jag styling too, but I wish they pushed this style further.

[@68tonyn]

My entry into Jaguar at 20 years old. Had Sport models right up to the Sovereign. Great car the X Type , always was always will be . If you buy a diesel try and get the 2.2 awd and preferably an auto box . Properly maintained they are very reliable

[@lanmastersassistant659]

I've always liked the X type, and will always keep looking out for one

[@ishz3260]

This car deserves more credit. Why people go on about 3 series , c class , a4. They were never as good as made out.

[@canardeur8390]

The design of this car is just timeless!

[@stevef01]

Mrs F had a 2.2 D X Type SE Estate. Excellent thing. Ran like a train. Used very little fuel. Did a lot of touring hols in it. Only 'repair' was the clutch flywheel. Owned for 12 years. Highly recommended.

[@Mojoe44]

Been hoping either you or Matt from high peak autos would review one of these ever since I started looking for mine, so I've been spoilt in the last 24 hours! I bought a 2.2d last year for £1800 and it's been the perfect cheap car, barely had to spend anything on it. The 2.2 I'd say is noticeably more powerful than the 2.0 I also test drove but can still easily manage over 50mpg on a long journey, and the six speed manual on the 2.2 rather than the five on the 2.0 makes it feel slightly more refined at high speed, though you still get a fair bit of diesel clatter. And at 23 I've just paid £470 for insurance with only a years no claims so it is a very reasonable price for a young driver. (First thing I did was stall it as well and so does everyone else lol)

[@peterwaller]

Lol. 50 mph on long run 😉

[@Mojoe44]

@@peterwaller bloody autocorrect haha, thanks for letting me know I'll change it

[@jonnygti]

@@peterwaller it would make the LONG run even longer, doing 50mph all the way 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@pinkrangerdaddy3174]

I had a 2002 2.5 v6 for about 3 years from 2009 to 2011, its a reliable car, the only thing is like you said, the center armrest making all sorts of noise and I eventually decided that I do not need them. I miss my xtype.

[@deanchur]

53MPG is seriously good; I have a Fiesta Econetic, 1.4L turbo diesel, and it averages about 60MPG if I'm driving nicely (sits around 2500rpm at 110km/h).

[@thomasgray5406]

I've got a mint 2.0d X Type, only 50K miles, and 53mpg in mixed use is fantasy, you get towards that mark only on a very kind run but in town it's below 40mpg. The trip calculation actually isn't very accurate, I know this because I do the manual calculation each time I fill up; the variance can be notably wrong in either direction. Isn't the 1.4 diesel turbo in the Fiesta a little underpowered, something like 0-60mph in 14 seconds? Very frugal, though.

[@dad1ipms]

I bought one in 2005, still have it, love it and although it's coming to the end of it's life due to corrosion if I can stretch a few more years out of it I will. 2.5 Petrol 4 WD. I'm an ex rally driver and have cornered this at stupid speeds, cruised between 100 & 140 mph on the A2 out of Berlin. It's quiet, comfortable, powerful, and can be thrown around if you have the skills !!

[@PhenomenalGrowth]

I bought one of these almost new 17 years ago. It was the deisel version. Great car until the dual mass flywheel goes at around 70'000 miles. A lot of money and trouble after that.

[@lordmartinofleithandcuddy6541]

As a 20 year old with a Saab 9-5 and 9-3, I can confirm that these are the best choices. A nice big cruising sedan with enough space to fit all my stuff in for uni, and a sports sedan for when I want to chill.

[@keithfrankham6645]

They can't be that bad if the Queen drives one.

[@trademarkpending]

She has/ had an XJ because it’s a real jag, couldn’t imagine her in one of these contours

[@keithfrankham6645]

@@trademarkpending She drives an X type estate.

[@TheTalentedTrout]

@@keithfrankham6645 not anymore, it sold. But yes she did own and drive an estate. The XJ was just one of the cars that she was ferried around in.

[@pab1972]

@@trademarkpending She used to drive X-type estate bubba. Your imagination sucks ass.

[@s_tyrer6005]

@@trademarkpending There was never a Contour equivalent of the mondeo this was based on, they’re generations apart.

[@CarlosRerrie]

I had the x type 2.0d sport premium. It had carbon fibre interior with updated premium soundsystem and sub. It was a very good car. I drove from london to manchester to Birmingham to Newport then back to london and ran out of fuel in Vauxhall. On 1 tank of diesel with 4 people in the car. It was very torque when you lank the egr. Loved that car. The alloys were fragile. They cracked easily over pot holes. Was a really good car. I had an 05 plate one.

[@pauldeavall9157]

I had a 2.5 AWD loved it wish I still got it

[@frankpalfreyman8183]

Ha 1 for 4 years loved it

[@arthurgreenway1369]

Still have a 2001 v6 sport auto awd, genuine 71,800. Its had a few niggles these past couple of years but nothing major. Current MOT has 1 advisory - some corrosion inner sill offside., spoke with garage & its just surface but they had to write it up.

[@larrywade1189]

i got a 2010 x type sovereign estate 2.2 L auto , in green drives brilliant looks good love it some people say it better looking then the 4 door .

[@neilbuchan7300]

What a great clean looking daily driver. For 2 grand!! Would love to hear your thoughts on a used Porsche Panamera diesel as an attainable daily driver. Cheers

[@jimmyfarley5581]

Yes 2k isn't a lot of money but at 20 years old you'd need to spend a lot to keep it reliable, safe and able to pass an MOT. The suspension bushes, springs and dampers have had their day. The exhaust system is pretty much done. The plumbing is well past it's best. Brake lines, coolant, radiator, brake fluid and A/C would all need upgrading. Tired interior. Worn seats. Faded paintwork. Servicing. Not the cheap car it was meant to be. That's before you replace all four tyres, discs and pads all round. Lovely looking car. Buying it at 2k will cost much more

[@neilbuchan7300]

@@jimmyfarley5581 this is to be expected when buying a used 20 year old car. Probs paying less in maintenance than anyone with a newer car paying interest on a finance deal.

[@jimmyfarley5581]

@@neilbuchan7300 good point well made. I was simply saying that buying cheap doesn't necessarily result in cheap ownership. A finance car can cost a lot but you get your monies worth in the sense of up to date interior and gizmos. The car to all intensive purpose is brand new. No MOT to worry about or previous owners. Any faults are covered by the finance deal. I love older cars don't get me wrong but the cost of buying and running a decent Jag compared to leasing a new car isn't comparable. The new car is covered and offers peace of mind. The old car doesn't.

[@jimmyfarley5581]

@@neilbuchan7300 FYI the interest paid on a finance deal wouldn't cover the cost of new suspension parts on a Jag

[@davidarter9670]

Sounds like a very sensible and discerning young man

[@superthierry1]

“What car do you own,” ...”a daily Jag”..brilliant

[@joshuac4772]

That is one of the best looking x type I've ever seen.

[@BrandinooWOW]

You and High Peak putting an X Type vid out on same day? This is a fix

[@cupidstunt22]

Yes, this is a conspiracy 😀

[@modmod392]

5G and 9/11. Now duelling X-Type reviews.....what’s really going on????

[@bensmithkent22]

The high peak man has commented on the fact further up the thread

[@terrydactyl868]

A very fair review on a car that deserved far more credit than it got back in its day.

[@Elijah-cy9do]

And @highpeakautos just made a video about the X-type yesterday

[@piecewisefunctioneer]

Im 21 and I bought my 2.1l diesel sport yesterday. It was cheaper for me to insure than my old 1.6 xsara Picasso. Somehow. I absolutely love the car though.

[@corbuvesma3842]

I’m 19 and have a 2004 2L diesel as my first car, absolutely love it. Enough speed for someone my age, comfortable with plenty of room without being too big.

[@R1CH130]

I absolutely adored my X-Type Jay. I had the 2.2 diesel SE with the SIX speed manual and I used to average 64mpg on my 50 miles commute (each way). In fact, the best indicated mpg I ever saw, was 70.5 mpg!!! I found that the 2.2 with the six speed box, was more economical on a run, than the 2.0 with the five speed. I paid £500 for mine. I did 30k miles, spent a total of about £120 on it and sold it for £1150 😁 The only reason I sold it, is that I lost my job over lockdown then found a new job only 20 mins from home, so switched to using my 2.0 petrol Cavalier instead 😁 PS as for the ride and handling, my SE felt much more like a proper Jag. Much softer and comfortable than the one you drove, which will have the stiffer springs and shocks. Plus, mine had 17's which softens the ride quite a lot. I've driven examples with the 18's and they definitely don't have that same Jagness to the ride.

[@AetherScout]

Same here... Loved it.

[@ib1314]

Just bought a '59 reg auto diesel estate for 2k. Spent a grand sorting it out, refurb wheels and mods and now have a daily driver for 3k!

[@ColonelBobfed]

Best thing about Ford-era Jags these days is they're becoming the purview of the young rogue again. That's a great looking example, fair play to Greg no doubts he'll be looking after that one proper, a much-needed middle finger for all those who've left them to crumble

[@j.chiari4222]

Love your phrasing mate!

[@finlandisntreal5800]

I bought an x type last year and it’s become a shitbox rally beast

[@j.chiari4222]

@@finlandisntreal5800 smh shame on you.

[@ColonelBobfed]

@@finlandisntreal5800 Man that's class, great with the solid AWD setup. If I didn't have my S-Type I'd've gone all out on a mud-plugging X-Type. Did stick some proper Rallyflapz on the big sal' tho, brutes it up real nice

[@finlandisntreal5800]

@@ColonelBobfed I just send it, it’s seen more off-road than a lot of keeps ever will

[@barryoconnor431]

I'm on my 5th Jag. A 2-2 diesel XF. I've also had 3 S Types, 3ltr petrol, very thirsty, 2-5 petrol, both manual, not quite as thirsty and a 2-7ltr diesel auto. Which sipped juice and 1 X-Type 2-2 diesel estate on an 08 plate. I had the Xt 4 years and apart from the rear shocks and a problem with the egf valve or something it was a great car to drive. Comfy, economical to run. Easy to get 50mpg on a decent long run. It had satnav, touch screen which was easy to use. It had the 6 speed auto box which changed up and down effortlessly and smoothly. Loved it. Only changed to the XF because it was time for a change. I never thought of the later Xts as Mondeos in an overcoat but the earlier versions were deffo ford based and it showed. Still a good car though and a decent starting point to be a Jag driver.

[@mattevans4377]

If Jay doesn't end up buying a Jag as his daily, we'll all have been pretty well played.....

[@seanlinnan2719]

I've had 2 x-type jags (2.5 and 3.0) and an S-type (4.2l). I loved all 3. No regrets. I've also had audi, BMW, etc... jag always turned heads far more often.

[@boogboog8097]

Yup better looking mondeo, no bad thing that gen was a decent drive. Think they also put the 155bhp ford diesel lump in these, good engine has a 3rd gear transient overboost puts it up to 295ftlb and 175 bhp for 10 seconds iirc

[@chrisogrady28]

I nearly got the 2.5 V6 when I was 19! I thought back then they were super cool and so cheap for that amount of car. Ended up getting a 3 door 1 series, totalling it. Then a lovely 159 at 20.

[@Aprill264]

High Peak Autos released a video with an X-type only yesterday, funny coincidence

[@patrickcollins6935]

Had one the gear box failed at 80,000 miles loved it. I was fortunate I didn't pay much it.

[@jamestaylor6524]

I think the x-type is excellent. A great first car too for the slightly older young person. People passing their test in their 20s for example. I have facelift estate and it is an excellent compliment to a small run around like my wifes Aygo

[@nzdatsports9659]

great review . and strait up how i perceived the x-type . i think they stepped it up big time from the cortina's and sierra's with this . i drove an 06 dark blue 3,0 v6 4X4 X-Type in 09 . it had 40000km . felt so good .it led me to owning my 03 STR . which i love to bits . personally i think ford was a great era for jaguar .