Should You Buy a JAGUAR X-TYPE? (Test Drive & Review 2008 2.0D)

[@UnionAlley]

Nice to see a positive review of the X type. I've got a 2002 2.5 petrol AWD X -Type and I love it. I did a lot of research before I bought it which I think is a must before you buy any motor. I paid less than a grand for it 18 months ago and all I've had to replace is 1 worn tyre! I've probably been very lucky but there are bargains out there. For anyone wanting that feeling of luxury on a relatively low budget, I would highly recommend trying out an X-Type for size. You could do much worse!

[@HighPeakAutos]

Good choice!

[@stevestone4346]

Couldnt agree more. Just bought a 56 reg 2.5 manual and it drives superb and looks so much classier than the ubiquitous euroboxes.

[@saitamaegggames604]

How is it on fuel if you're driving in urban areas? I heard they burn through fuel unless you're doing longer distance motorway driving if it's petrol.

[@Aperegrine90]

My x-type was the best car I’ve ever owned. Absolutely adored it. For an entry level car it had presence. I preferred it to the S type. Handled beautifully on winding country roads. It’s still in the family, being driven around the mountains of Scotland, I missed it the moment I passed it on.

[@wahidsiddique1480]

Hey, please need help, I just bought car and now I can not find the isofix in the car for my baby’s car seat, please help

[@eatsblades]

I love these. There are some good ones... ie can't hear a thing but the wind and tyres. I've had 15 years of these. It's a mini XJ6 thats quicker with nice awd

[@jwillk42]

It wasn't an entry level car. A skoda is an entry level car.

[@garethduckworth9896]

I had an x-type, your comment about "bitter people" are spot on

[@paulie-Gualtieri.]

Late models are actually looking very smart now.

[@jamesk1806]

The right spec and wheels they are a looker.

[@s_tyrer6005]

The Late Black/blue Sovereigns or Sport Premiums with factory BBS wheels are beautiful.

[@jamesk1806]

@@s_tyrer6005 and the estate better looking than the saloon.

[@royfontaine5526]

Always did Paulie

[@MaxiTech]

May be diesel one is good, i had really bad experience with v6 petrol awd auto, broken down twice on and then i got rid of it. Headgasket and then transfer box werenthe cause. Ford Duratec engines!

[@thx54]

Who is watching his videos and instantly starts an online search of the car he was just talking about? 😄

[@marcuscopley131]

All of us. Lol He should be sponsored by Autotrader

[@leprechaunshelper]

I do every time ! 😂😂😂

[@christophernewman5027]

Yep, same here! 😆

[@mikees60]

Not this week.

[@phillipevans9414]

Usually I do. No need today, I just looked at a 2009 sport 2.2 diesel auto, as I am in the market for a mid size, economical, comfortable sedan/wagon on a limited budget, to do regular long trips in and hadn't considered an X Type before. Great timing for this video, but now I'm a little concerned about the diesel reliability and rear seat room/access. P.S I'll probably just end up getting a VW Passat.

[@timothygeorge5806]

I used to own an X-Type - and the one thing that always made me laugh was telling people I drove a jag. Ears would always perk up when I said that - and I've never seen a car brand get that kind of reaction again.

[@wahidsiddique1480]

Hey, please need help, I just bought car and now I can not find the isofix in the car for my baby’s car seat, please help

[@chrissaltaur1254]

Until the bar stard London mayor introduced ULEZ I've owned three jags - two X types and one S type, all diesels. These are beautiful cars to drive including the cheap x type. Pity jaguar didn't continue manufacturing these beautiful cars as I'd still own one.

[@chrislecouteur2360]

I had estate for 5 years brilliant car ..... never went wrong

[@garybrown4854]

Had my 2ltr D estate for 11 years now and apart from service items ( clutch GULP ) and a little bit of welding not had any problems .

[@edmundscycles1]

I got the x type 2005 estate . Previous owne thought turbo had gone . Just needed a clean out . Need to do it again . Just cleaned out the EGR valve and now need to change the ball joint .

[@Matt-go7ss]

People knock the Jag for being based on the Mondeo platform whereas no-one knocks Audi for being based on a Skoda platform for instance

[@user-zt1er1uj6i]

Or mock the S type (transit van chassis)

[@callumhardy5098]

The Mondeo was a fantastic car anyway

[@jimbarwise2809]

@@callumhardy5098 so true, I had two and I couldn’t fault them.

[@iwantmycountrybackkg4482]

@@user-zt1er1uj6i transit van? Lincoln L. S. American chassis.

[@philnox7734]

Vw is audi skoda seat bentley is vw pheation lambo is audi r royice is bmw renault is dacia all cars with duel mass fly wheels cost a lot of money to put wright

[@AR-iu9jv]

Had my 2.0 d SE for just over 2 years absolutely love it .The classic style , 65 mpg on the motorway 44 mpg around town....my 600 mile drive to Germany is all stress free and I feel very relaxed when I arrive because the seats are supremely comfortable

[@wahidsiddique1480]

Hey, please need help, I just bought car and now I can not find the isofix in the car for my baby’s car seat, please help

[@GeordsYouTube]

That’s one nice looking Mondeo, joking aside I think everyone arrives at a point in their lives when they want a jag

[@metigame1450]

Is it better than mondeo? I have one mondeo but I got bored of it

[@stevec6427]

@@metigame1450 I had both the Mondeo and X Type. The Mondeo was the better car in almost every way, it was much better put together, more reliable and better to drive. The X Type didn't actually have a lot of Mondeo in it and to be honest, I think they threw out some of the good bits and replaced them with something worse. The 3.0 V6 engine in the X Type is very good but barely any more economical than my current 5.0 Jag! Save an extra couple grand and pick up an early XF instead or even just find a good S Type

[@timbutton4990]

@@stevec6427 I would agree with that Mondeo 2.3 DTI or what ever it was called got me to Davenport from Bristol 7 back on a tank. Petrol Jag? had to fill it up 3 times! I did wring it's neck mind. Fit & finish was rubbish too.

[@arunas2627]

@@timbutton4990 How much km is that

[@timbutton4990]

@@arunas2627 That's about 300 miles, thirsty thing, or 480 Km.

[@stevebishop4926]

I had one of the last as a company car 2 litre diesel, one of the best cars I have had, could drive for 8 hours in comfort at 50 mpg, handling was excellent for 2009, 130K miles no problems just a clutch and regular servicing, replaced with an XF as Jaguar stopped production.

[@DiscoFang]

S'funny, the Mondeos were known for the exact same thing. Not a bad thing.

[@christurner3857]

Which do you prefer, the X type or the XF, and how did they compare for reliability?

[@stevebishop4926]

@@christurner3857 I always longed for an XF but looking back I think I prefer the X type, far more reliable, stylish and fast enough even after the last 10 years with XF's.

[@notsocc]

I've had my 2007 2.5 x type for 7 years now and it's the best car I've owned in many years. Inexpensive to buy and keep and a great drive too. Great review.

[@alanfeeney8224]

Had a 2001 2.5 v6 awd x type 10 years ago and what a great car it was brilliant in the snow. And a pleasure to own and drive. Your spot on they never got the praise they deserved 💯👏.

[@paulc8778]

I had a 2007 2L D SE for two years and it never lost a beat. A great runner with a robust and tested Diesel engine. I actually had it mapped a bit and it gave great performance. No complaints at all.

[@JimHanner]

Lovely car. I bought a 2.1 V6 17 years ago and still run it. Had a Mondeo before, worked for Ford at the time and got a good deal on this new Jag. They both drive well, but you feel you're in the Jag and on the Ford. Funnily watching this review has made me appreciate just how good a car it is. Mine's held out well at 140K but a bit of sill and rear axle rust on the advisories last MoT. 24MPG around town FML. Ulez compliant though, which is a major purchase consideration for us in and around London. Love this channel, thanks for all you do!

[@richardautenzio8117]

Good to hear from a likewise owner of a 2.1ltr X type. You are one of lucky ones who got the most practical model. Too many people go for speed and performance, thanks to "Top Gear" This car Could have been a better car with a 2.5ltr 4 cylinder engine. But the buyer wanted the V 6 and the result was they got a over cramped engine bay.

[@steveegginton535]

Great video thanks Matt. My first Jag was an X Type 2.1 V6 and probably the most reliable car I've owned I loved it! I had mine for nearly 12 years and sold it with 195K on the clock - still going strong' only issues I had was a fuel pump and a couple of o2 sensors other than that just routine service items. Being a 2.1 it wasn't the quickest but a great long distance cruiser. The Mondeo jokes become very tedious particularly as the X Type only had about 20% Ford components mainly suspension and brakes. Why don't Audi's get the same stick as many share a lot of components with VW's and even Skoda's ?!!! I think there is an event at the British Motor Museum Gaydon this summer to celebrate the X Type's 20th anniversary - hoping to go although sadly no longer an owner!

[@jedw]

I always thought they actually did a good job making a compact saloon which had an xj styling vibe. I know I'd choose this over a Mondeo ever single time. Would have to be petrol for me though.

[@varg11]

About a month I was considering changing job and would be needing a car. Being a strange petrolhead I was looking at a x-type with documented 150kkms (100kmiles) and everyone said bad things about them. Didn’t understand why! Reliable Ford engine! Most parts are known and tested!

[@briananthony4044]

As someone in his 60s, I would have been quite happy with a 3L awd back in the day. It looked like a smaller version of the XJ6/8 of the time. With a diesel, a retune would be first on the list. Ok, first retune I looked at boosts the engine from 96Kw to 128Kw, or 128 to 158 Hp. Torque from 330Nm to 380+. That would make it a lot more fun. I currently drive a c220cdi with 125Kw, and it is great at that level.

[@theuktoday4233]

I owned a 2ltr diesel and a 3tr AWD saloon. Both great cars. I really enjoyed driving both of them.

[@agoogle6454]

Easily my favourite car channel! Please never change anything 😂

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks

[@AndyK.1]

The voice recognition was very accurate on the high spec models

[@NGT4LIFE]

You can get a updated head unit or cd player from jagdroid.

[@strictlyyoutube6881]

I used to have this car 10 years ago. Very beautiful looking car, the lines and proportions were spot on. Had the engine and chassis been purpose built and not pig with lip stick it could have been a classic, especially the 4x4 estate.

[@johnbates606]

If you need to fix creeky dash boards etc. go to a material store and get some self adhesive felt it works a treat. You don’t need much and it really helps. Trick is finding the rattle in the first place.

[@muathisied7532]

I own a 2002 2.5 automatic since 5 years now, same colour as yours. It is by far the best car i ever drove and everytime I want to sell it I hesitate and don't! Beside regular maintenance and i once replaced the transfer box, it is so smooth but i feel your thoughts on the cheap edges!

[@tca246]

Really appreciate you take time off your busy Star Wars filming schedule to give us this content. Top bloke.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Haha thanks

[@me-us1lw]

Had a 2.2 diesel sports 2008 facelift . Magnificent engine, Very reliable, Only issues I had was wear and tear. Handled very well . I ran it for 100k over 4 years. Good solid car

[@kevinmcadam1158]

I bought an ‘06 plated estate that was used as an airport taxi, with 625,000 miles on it. I loved it. Sadly it wasn’t worth spending the money getting it through the next MOT! Paid £100.00 for it and got that back from the local scrap yard 12 months later. A year of pretty much free motoring. Comfortable, economical and cheap to keep on the road, if you buy Ford parts over Jaguar! I’d have another one tomorrow, if I can find a good one.

[@brianiswrong]

Nice to see some sponsors stepping up👍

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks! It helps

[@ZanderKaneUK]

I really liked the older green simple logo had understated class about it, ok the empty green bit under the lettering could be resized/cropped. The new one might be a grower or marmite.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Fair enough. I wanted to look more professional

[@uk7866]

@@HighPeakAutos same preferred the older logo

[@jamj59]

@@HighPeakAutos i quite like it!

[@jonstevens5962]

It’s the ‘High Peaks’, not the Himalayas. Only commenting because this is my line of work and I love Matt’s channel. The old logo could have been evolved and made a little more ownable, it’s a classy design and in a timeless colour. The overall presentation fitted Matt’s relaxed presentation. Contrast that with this brash new version which looks like a computer game logo. Disappointed, but I’ll get used to it and regardless… I’m a big fan of the channel.

[@ZanderKaneUK]

I am still hoping it will be a grower, was my initial gut feeling.

[@Bazzworkout]

Have a 2009 2.2D auto 2 years now going strong no issues, one of the best cars I’ve ever owned, also have 2003 M3 & an s2000 , the jag turns more heads and gets more comments when I’m out people love it !

[@Zippokovich]

I got into Jags at 19 with a 2.5 manual, when the engine on that went I got a 3.0 auto in BRG. Loved both of those cars, seriously underrated for what they are (and what they cost). I'll admit to having fit a leaper on the 3.0 though :D After that moved on to XJs and XFs but those X-types were both awesome little cars.

[@dorrieltulloch2709]

I bought an AWD 2.5 V6 for £250! just over a year ago and all I had to do was sort the sills and give it a good service which I did myself. I use it as my daily driver and it runs like a dream.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Bargain

[@bonzobanana1]

Based on a Ford Mondeo would be a huge plus for me, loved my Mondeo estate and was a solid car and this Jaguar looks much nicer with more toys. I assume you also benefit from some spares available at Ford prices.

[@dbulmannz]

I had. The first one had auto gearbox issues and the 2007 had issues where it would lose power and click into safe mode. It went to the mechanics and the thought it was a fuel issue. My xf is a significant improvement over the x types.

[@robinj5]

The MK3 Mondeo it was based on was a damn good car!

[@mikes5637]

Still got my 20 yr old Zetec auto. Passed the last 3 consecutive MOTs first time.

[@HankGant-v4e]

I own a 2002 x type. Recently had it painted and just turned 60K miles.Runs great and hope to drive it another 20 years.

[@nabilm2941]

Been waiting for this video for a long while! I own a 2004 2.1 V6.

[@highpeakautos961]

The..car..is...really..cool..I..know...you'll..love..it...😍😍..and...again.. before...I'll...forget..{[(n^o^w^^that^^bItcoiN^^is^a little bit lower}])/ >(Text.).. CLARABELLA.... W^h^a^t^s^a^p^p^+1(4^2^4^5^2^3^8^6^2^1^)^she^^has^^(the)^^••(b^e^st•)•^^^^ strategies••in^••t^r^a^d^e^{••¢rypto^^^}••tell^••her^..that^>=I>=>r^e^c^o^m^m^e^n^d^e^d••y^o^u^$^^

[@Podheroes247]

I'm 23 years old and I own a 2009 Jag x type silver 2.0 manual. I bought it just after my 21st birthday. I love the car, it has cream interiour. The only thing I dont like about it is that it feels a bit sluggish when you accelerate below 50mph. Once I get it on the motorway it has plenty of overtaking power in fifth gear and you can then feel its torque, but when just pottering around at lower speeds I find it to be underpowered.

[@meandmyvelo]

Do what I did. Spend two weeks in Spain driving a 0.9 litre Fiat 500. The Jag will never feel sluggish again.

[@Podheroes247]

@@meandmyvelo haha lol. That sounds like something nightmares are made of

[@kb9072]

Always loved the facelifted X-Type. I also loved the last of the old school XJ's (X358). There's something about them de-cromed. Automatic with a black leather interior is a must also. All other colours look like OAP spec. I am probably in the minority as neither sold well but prefer the styling to the Ian Callum XJ's. Always watch a new vid from you, love the channel and style of presenting.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks for watching!

[@calibrazxr750]

I had a 2009 2.2 diesel, it was a great car, it was quick, handled well, very comfortable and has good road presence. Which is fine until things start to go wrong and when they start to go wrong, they just don't stop.

[@JayEmmOnCars]

Well, this is a coincidence

[@borisyurinov4822]

Haha 😸 nice to see a comment from you on a colleagues page

[@j.chiari]

Could we get to see some Jag colab challenges, huh?

[@themanipulator1]

Omg you watch high peak as well, incredible

[@golders99]

I knew JayEmm had taste

[@andysautomotiveadventures9587]

Have you done an x type video @JayEmm

[@flookoco2008]

I bought a 2.2 diesel Sovereign trim X-Type brand new in 2008. My first and only new car buy. I’ve never regretted it and still have it today. It drives really well, much better than my Landrover Freelander 2. Not much has gone wrong over the years, injectors were replaced FOC by Jaguar when just out of warranty. Electric windows and central locking have some minor issues but otherwise all good. I still think it’s a good looking motor and will probably keep it until it falls into a heap of rust.

[@scorcha100]

Ive been thinking for a while about getting a cheap V6 and i think an X type ticks all the boxes but like you said, a Jag MUST have an auto box 👍🏾

[@thomasgray5406]

Why must it have an auto? I've got a mint 55 plate 2.0d SE, just 60K on the clock, one reason I avoided the 2.2d is that I don't like autos (or at least not that era which sap torque from what is already a modest output in diesel guise), apart from not wanting a dpf. I like the extra controllability of a manual. Overall, X Types aren't quite up there with Beamers and Audis of the same era but they aren't far behind.

[@5ynthesizerpatel]

I was talking about the X-Type with a petrol head mate the other day - and his thought was that you shouldn't think of it as a low rent Jag - but a top of the line Ford, with an almost unbreakable engine, and with the trim and styling done by Jaguar. Seen in that light it's a bit of a no brainer - especially if you see the prices they go for

[@stephenhadfield7715]

Must admit I was surprised to see it was a manual but then heard your comment that "Jags should be automatic"! Totally agree. When I was growing up, my Dad always had a mk2, & he always went for the automatic. Having said that, the car looks to be in good nick for a 59 reg.

[@MugatuJag]

It was the first and only manual jaguar ever produced, I assume that the UK got a lot more manuals than the US, they are so hard to find. I have been looking for a 3.0 X type sport five-speed for years just like the one I had back in the day and I’ve only found several 2.5 L manuals, it wasn’t the best clutch but it was much more reliable than the automatic, and the 0 to 60 time with a 3.0 manual was under seven seconds where the automatic was like 7.5.

[@OsellaSquadraCorse]

@@MugatuJag Jaguar produced many, many manual cars. Perhaps they didn't sell them in the US, but the XK120, the Mark II, the XJ-S, the XJ220; all manual gearboxes.

[@tonykent59]

I bought an X-Type 2.0D in 2010 when I changed jobs and began doing a lot of miles (the petrol S-Type I had previously was costing me a fortune to run). Previously I had never kept a car for more than 5 years, but in 2021 I am still running the X-Type. It's been the most reliable, economical car I have ever owned. I was doing lots of UK to Netherlands trips and I would get out at the other end feeling perfectly comfortable and alert. I shall regret it greatly when it no longer becomes economical to keep it on the road.

[@Jahmed5635]

The new logo reminds me of a clothing brand for some reason 😂 old jags are just too cool 😎, luxurious and slightly reliable

[@HighPeakAutos]

They're nowhere near as unreliable as people would have you believe. They're decent cars

[@wildbillharding]

@@HighPeakAutos I know that to be true after owning eight of them. The problem is the relentless flak from the Merkel Mettal brigade, who would never, ever criticise a German car of any model, but never, ever stop mud-slinging against Jags. I watched a BMW with 200 miles on the clock being towed away after the engine seized. If that had been a Jag there'd have been an item on the TV news and in the gutter press!

[@nigelmattravers5913]

I liked my diesel X-Type very much. I got it new having looked at Audi and BMW alternatives and found it better equipped as standard. I then moved on to the XF following my experience with the X-Type and realised that was a step above. Downsides - it ate front wheel tyres and being front wheel drive struggled up ramps which were slightly icy. PS, I am a Freemason!

[@archechme]

The new logo & colour scheme look great. Also I've always appreciated the X type but the only thing about it is that if you want the full and proper Jag experience, you need to have the auto with the V6. If you drive a manual with a diesel engine, you may as well be driving the Mondeo.

[@HighPeakAutos]

I agree. I would go for a 3.0V6 AWD Auto but there are lots of people out there who want the economy of a diesel

[@paulholland3869]

My father has a 2008 2.2 TD Sovereign, he’s had it for a number of years now and used to have XJ’s before it. It’s not particularly my cup of tea, there’s nothing wrong with it but I’m into Range Rovers, I fully agree though, it goes really well, it’s economical, has all the ‘bells and whistles’ you could want, he does get it serviced regularly and it’s never broken down and I’m particularly impressed that everything still works properly on it, even XJ’s I’ve had in the past have had issues with temperature control display fade and other issues, my Dad’s doesn’t seem to have any of that, it seems to be a good car.

[@1962lp2h]

2001 I buy myself a new 3 series = pleased with myself, less than 3 months later Jag introduce this = I kick myself - always wanted one but never got round to it!!

[@HighPeakAutos]

Haha oh well. The E46 is still great

[@MugatuJag]

Both are great cars, back in that time I was just hitting my senior year of high school and I was working hard and I bought a X type 3.0 sport five speed, with the Aruba 18 inch rims it was so unique, but you had a lot of choices back then, and both the three series and the B6 Audi A4 were beautiful, I think that the A4 aged the best but they are all great looking cars to this day.

[@colinward1007]

I remember being given one of these for a week as a courtesy car. Lovely drive - just lacked a bit of guts otherwise id have got one. Nice to see a channel such as yours reviewing cars like this. Keep up the good work bud!

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks for watching!

[@georgesimpson1354]

Do love the X type, I’ve had nearly every variation other then the 3.0, do fancy a facelift diesel auto as a good but yet affordable mile muncher to commute around in

[@chasc301]

I am 13 years into owning an 06 2.2 estate in BRG. It’s had usual brakes and tyres etc, a battery, EGR valve and randomly a reverse lights switch. Wheel refurbished in gunmetal grey. About to replace tailgate struts at £26 a pair. Been a very good car.

[@martinpower9593]

Always sneakily liked the look of these and I think they have been forgotten as the new XF/XE rolled out. Drove a diesel and they are steady and as long as everything works they are mint as a daily runaround - Love the videos

[@msalzberg4962]

I had a 2004 3L AWD (US spec). Loved it. I drove it for 11 years, and 96,000. It was my first Jag, and I liked it enough to get two more Jags after it.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Pleased to hear it

[@Ari-bx9cs]

I've been waiting for this one ever since I subscribed. One of my favourite cars. Will definitely buy one once my insurance premium goes down.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks for watching!

[@markcross6864]

I had a 2.2 d sport estate in jet black way back in 2004 . Loved it...great family car with a bit of grunt. Problems with electrics especially rear sensors but overall a lovely looking car.

[@ShanePleasance]

Look at you with your flash intros!

[@johnlane1307]

I owned a 3.0L saloon for seven years and without doubt was the best value for money vehicle I have ever owned. Proved to be very reliable and a pleasure to drive. As a result I have now owned two Jaguars since. I would love to fine a 3.0L Sovereign Estate with low mileage, as I also agree is a very good looking motor.

[@mrmoralman1]

Spot on re Estate looking good

[@luthier78]

Is good to see al the comments, I wanted to buy one new car, I saw at dealer place an used S-Type in mint conditions outside and inside for the cost of a new scooter, I never had a jaguar before only italian cars I was skeptical but I think I will take it. It is like just nice to just look at it

[@IanSRutter]

I had the 2.0D in 2006 and did 100'000 miles in 3 years. What a great car. I had one problem which was the power steering pressure hose had worn out. My local ford mechanic replaced it with the better Ford Transit pressure hose. With the usual servicing that car just ran.

[@cactus3796]

new logo ? nice !

[@HighPeakAutos]

Cheers!

[@BanjoLuke1]

My son had a 2004 or 2005 2.0d as his first car. A tatty one with starship mileage. But... He loved it. The sills were made of papier maché, hidden under odd plastic trims.... He got fabulous MPG and had few issues. He loved the retracting hook on the glovebox lid for takeaway food bags. Or handbags or whatever ... It was a Mondeo with a Transit motor, but it was not a bad car. And far better than anyone deserves for their first old smoker.

[@HighPeakAutos]

The curry hook is very handy

[@NebRevel]

My wife was telling me she’s mentally exhausted and feels like we haven’t ‘connected’ in months. We sat down on the sofa after we finished pizza and chips then I get the notification that this video is out. Instantly turn it on and she kicks off. Can’t win can I lads...

[@johnlane35]

I have one, near identical but 2009. 2.2D sports. Didn't go looking for it, but saw the value and the seller was super keen to sell so I boughtit looking for a quick turnover. 3 years, one dead wallaby and 30,000km later I still own it and loving it.

[@stevie007]

Total respect ( As always ) 👌👌👌👌

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks!

[@vfrbore1728]

Another decent car plagued by brand/badge snobbery. The same 'Mondeo with a Jag badge' was also thrown at the S-Type of course and still hung around with the XF. Personally, my Mondeo was one of the best cars I ever owned so to be compared with one is no bad thing is it.

[@ianday5583]

Gorgeous motor with a fantastic chassis.

[@mickyjb2003]

Derek’s fitted himself on a Sunday afternoon, classic love it. The cars not bad as well.

[@highpeakautos961]

The..car..is...really..cool..I..know...you'll..love..it...😍😍..and...again.. before...I'll...forget..{[(n^o^w^^that^^bItcoiN^^is^a little bit lower}])/ >(Text.).. CLARABELLA.... W^h^a^t^s^a^p^p^+1(4^2^4^5^2^3^8^6^2^1^)^she^^has^^(the)^^••(b^e^st•)•^^^^ strategies••in^••t^r^a^d^e^{••¢rypto^^^}••tell^••her^..that^>=I>=>r^e^c^o^m^m^e^n^d^e^d••y^o^u^$^^

[@Bootneck-RMC]

High Peak Autos pops up with an X-Type. You have to watch. 👍 Thanks for this one Matt. 👏🏻

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks!

[@Karl_Burton]

Very true

[@mudplugging]

My BRG '55 plate 2.2 Diesel Sport Estate still gets comments of how good it looks, and as I lend it out to whoever needs it, all users give glowing reports on its performance and especially handling. With 180K, and having only needed a starter motor, crankshaft damper, and 2 rear wheel bearings, it's been an ace car. It just won't die.

[@automotivania]

Never even knew there was an estate version 😂. Love the car, love the video and love the channel. This channel and your business are really gonna go places i reckon. Bravo Matt!

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks!

[@sandersson2813]

The estate was the one to have.

[@automotivania]

@@sandersson2813 I’ve been looking on autotrader and I do prefer the estate now. Don’t normally like estate versions of saloons.

[@sandersson2813]

@@automotivania I'm the opposite. I think that estates are usually always better looking than the saloon. For example the BMW 3/5, Audi A4/A6, Merc C class/E class, Volvo V60/V90 all look better as estate cars to me than they do as Saloons. Saloons have had their day I think. The XF also looks very good as an estate but do think as a saloon that's maybe the best looking one.

[@automotivania]

@@sandersson2813 Fair enough, I agree practicality wise (and looks for CLA and SLA shooting brake and XF estate) but in my opinion the 3 series, s60 and s90 saloons are some of the best looking normal cars on the road. I do like the 3 series touring though, especially in M Sport trim and an RS6 and a E63 AMG.

[@2000bhoy]

I am on my 2nd X type. First was a 2.1 litre straight six petrol manual and we drove it to death, with assistance from my son, who actually killed it. Current is a 2.2 diesel auto (2008) with low mileage. When i was young. many years ago, i always lusted after a Jag and this for me was a bucket list car. I am now old and very happy with my purchase, especially in snow/ice when most sensible people ditch their BMW/Mercedes for the wife's Toyota/Nissan. It is the last Jag that actually looks like a Jag and I will drive it into the ground!

[@HighPeakAutos]

Pleased to hear it

[@Karl_Burton]

A nice story. How old are you ?

[@paulie-Gualtieri.]

Don't you mean V6 no way a straight six would fit under the bonnet. Nice story tho.

[@2000bhoy]

@@Karl_Burton 60 so it actually is an old mans car.

[@2000bhoy]

You are absolutely right. It was a V6. My bad😔

[@BrandinooWOW]

You and JayEmm putting out X Type vids on the same day? This is a fix

[@HighPeakAutos]

Purely a coincidence

[@BrandinooWOW]

@@HighPeakAutos exactly what someone involved in a conspiracy would say 👀

[@Birmingham_racing]

Yeah his video is on my watch later list to

[@kaaylaaski]

I have 3.0 awd x type my late father gifted it to me I’m in love it I don’t see myself replacing it. I don’t know what more to say. It’s entry level jag that is enough but leaves you wanting more

[@HighPeakAutos]

I agree. The 3.0 V6 AWD is the one i would have too

[@acorndogs904]

Only here for the wit

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks

[@raff_spriggles_tfn5910]

I just sold my XF to put my 17 year old X type estate back on the road. Apart from the sills and the usual shit you'd expect after leaving a car sat outside untouched for 4 years, it was pretty much solid. It's on 160,000 miles now, genuinely been the most reliable car I've owned, although things like the parking sensors have given up now.

[@johnennis4586]

It's a ford mondeo in asda clothes

[@HighPeakAutos]

No. More like a Mondeo in John Lewis gear

[@gregsmith1070]

@@HighPeakAutos ummm "this John Lewis nightmare "?

[@stringer-ik1pc]

Put a 'P' on your name. 😃😃😃😃

[@leylandlynxvlog]

I just exchanged a Mk (V Mondeo 2.0 Petrol for an X-Type 2.0D just like the one in the video and I am very happy with it, though the clutch took a bit of getting used to. I've wanted a Jag for a long time, since I was a child, but since becoming of age to drive I never got one as the XJs I wanted were and still are not really suitable for me to use as a daily, and I never really liked the X-type until recently, prefering the S-type but I'm glad I gave the X-type a chance as it is a very comfortable car and I find it very stylish.

[@michieljohnson6707]

Will you recommend anyone buying it? Can you please give any tips on things to expect in time of difficulties with the x-type 2.0

[@liam_808]

very reluctant to part with my 2005 150k x type estate. Most reliable well built car ever had. Now the cheapest motor I've ever owned for running costs. Only reason might now part with it is that infotainment and kids are embarrassed their Dad is driving something that old on the school run. Could afford new, but if do, may keep the jag on.

[@michaelbooher4460]

I'm in the US, and bought a 2002 X-Type 2.5 new. We had it for 8 years and 180,000 miles. I would probably still have it but for a hillbilly that rear ended it and destroyed the car (with my daughter driving!). It had minimal troubles, we did have to replace the driveshaft, but when it was wrecked it still looked and drove like a brand new car. Haters gonna hate you when you drive a Jaaggg.

[@richardcaulker1017]

I've had my 2003 2.1 litre petrol sport x-type automatic since 2009. It's done 120,000 miles, and my biggest repair cost has been replacing the radiator. The engine runs so smooth that it feels like it's made of lube oil, and the suspension is as sure-footed as the South American jungle cat that gave the car its name. One night, I missed my exit off a motorway, and the next one was too far away as I was already running late. No car was in sight in my rear view mirror, and their was no railing visible on the slip road that I should have taken, so I slowed down to about 25 mph and drove up the steepish, rough, stone embankment to get on the slip road. The car's suspension took the climb effortlessly.

[@raymondgilbert7266]

Had an x-type 2.0 diesel for a year,a brilliant car,so reliable,and a nice drive

[@meandmyvelo]

I had a 2 litre diesel estate model. A comfortable and economical car that I used to lug around a drum kit and p.a. to gigs as well as a daily commute to my “proper” job. I made a point of getting a low mileage example as I had read that past 100,000 miles the repair bills start mounting up. I got to 112k before my mechanic reported a list of issues (including that dual mass flywheel) that made it uneconomical to repair. I still love Jags and now drive an XF.

[@railvlogger1439]

There is an 08 X Type taxi in my area. Credit to the owner who has kept it is immaculate condition. It is hands down the best looking taxi on the rank.

[@LynGriffiths70]

My Mum bought a 2 Yr old diesel in Silver back in about 2010, it was beautiful, really nice.

[@leonardashley1059]

I have had one for 18 years, very nice and dependable car. I need a headliner but that is it.

[@stevewood2572]

I am on my 3rd X-type. My favourit was my first, unfortunatly written off 2.2 d 6 speed estate. I now have a 2.2d auto saloon. First car used to ave 55mpg, this one does 35mpg, thats the diff between auto and manual. If you are thinking of buying, bear this in mind!!

[@isctony]

literally just watched Jay Em's video on this car and I have to say whilst watching your video I learnt so so much more. I like Jay Em but these 'should you buy' videos you do are on another level, yourself and Harry Metcalfe are at the top in my opinion (not that my opinion counts for anything! no prizes i'm afraid!)

[@HighPeakAutos]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@paulwoodhead5001]

There's just something special about Jaguar that I can't put my finger on, they ooze class and style in a non ostentatious manner. Nice new brand logo by the way!

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks!

[@timfountain98]

I had a 2005 Vanden Plas 3.0 AWD in champagne gold. This was when I lived in Austin, TX. It was a great card, and in the wet it could beat any 2WD car from the lights. It was comfortable, got loads of compliments and it was a real pleasure to drive. I put 20k miles on it and bought another Jaguar - a 2008 XJ8.... The only thing I wish jaguar had done was the rumored SVR. If they had put the 3.0 V6 supercharged engine in the X-type, it would have been an absolutely amazing car. The 247BHP 3.0 NA was just not quite quick enough. A 340BHP 3.0 SC would have been epic.... Sadly, as you say, they are falling into the hands of chavs or people who just buy on price and drive it into the ground. Even here in the US, there are very few good ones left.

[@nscwcrft99]

I had an '02 2litre V6 and then 04 diesel estate, kept that one for 10 years until the clutch went as you mentioned. Still the best cars I've ever owned.

[@compudude86]

As a former contour owner (us version of a Mondeo, 97 SE) I plan to go to a jaguar X type. I know all the ford under the hood, and have had to rebuild both the duratec and cd4e, I want one

[@scalychannel5897]

I’m 19 and I’ve just bought my first car which is a 2.0D 2008 x type manual! I’m looking forward to driving it so much

[@alaska0015]

How is your x type Doing?

[@ATLcentury334]

I always wanted the estate version (wagon) since they were introduced. They were always a bit more than we could afford. But here in Atlanta, it was a unique choice in a land of Mercedes, BMW, and whatever look a like SUV every Buckhead housewife was racing the I 285 in. After the X type had aged a bit too much, I finally saw an ad for a fully loaded, white, gasoline powered wagon at a Cadillac dealer in Miami. It was around 20K, very low mileage, and I was drooling. I finally got my head on straight and reasoned a 15 year old Jag was not the way to go. I ended up buying a 2 year old, fully loaded VW Golf Alltrack. Every once in a while I regret never buying an X type, but then I remember how fast my VW can keep up with those Buckhead housewives on 285.

[@terryhow8288]

Good review, but I do have a couple of comments. I have had 2 x-types both 2.2 diesels. Fantastic engine! I have covered over 100K miles and 2 rusted pipe clips on the intercooler is the only failures I have had. Neither have I had any rust. I recently did a long journey mainly motorway with little in town driving and the Jag returned 58.5mpg. The model I have is 58 Reg, Saloon Sovereign 2.2D Manual. If you are looking to buy one then either the XS or Sovereign will give you the best spec and experience

[@BrianSEllison]

I had a 2.0D Estate for about 2 years. It smoked badly when I kicked down and the local Jaguar dealership couldn't fix that. The driving experience was similar to going in a lift; it was so boring, I couldn't wait to end any long journey.