The Jaguar XE Gets A New Exhaust!

The day is finally here! The XE gets a new look and soundtrack and I can hardly contain my excitement! I head over to Longlife Exhausts in Basingstoke to have some custom hand made back boxes fitted, and explain my plans for the XE with regards of noise and power while enjoying some meaty noises coming from my car.
Longlife Exhausts did a fantastic job, cannot praise them enough:
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[@JordieMotive97]

Sounds soo much better man! No one will expect an XE when they turn to hear what that sound is coming from lmao - Glad you're enjoying it :D

[@ForTheDrive]

+Jordz thanks buddy! No they will not, just roll past them in comfort 😜 I’m loving every second

[@frankiefernandez5872]

Was thinking about pulling my back boxes as well, not really too fond of being extremely loud to cause attention. How loud is it actually, I was hoping that’s it’s not too bad to the point where police will still think it’s stock. I live in California and cops aren’t fond of us car guys🤣

[@evev7655]

Absolutely LOVING the suction noise it makes during gear changes, @10:40. I was actually on the fence for my petrol 240, and after hearing yours, I am definitely looking forward to a change. The exhaust tone of it is just right, not outlandishly loud. I'm looking to change out both the midpipes & mufflers. Hope to get it sounding as good as yours, minimum. :)

[@NICKFOXTV]

Looks and sounds so much better 👍🏻

[@ForTheDrive]

+NFoxtv thanks man, I’m loving it 😄

[@stephenaitken5084]

I love this video already 30 seconds in and there’s a classic mini

[@99crossy]

Oh yes that sounds great! 😄 I’m prob more than Twice your age, have just bought a 2015 xe 240 and will likely do the same. Well done and congrats

[@Joshkemponcars]

Good job! 👍

[@ForTheDrive]

+Josh Kemp cheers, so much fun out of it already

[@EdGeyy]

Nice mod. Very tasteful.

[@ForTheDrive]

+Alpha Bet thanks! It’s certainly got some attitude now.

[@simmysommy]

00:30 seconds in i had a mini just like that with the cut gears, good times!

[@chehau997]

bravo jaguar

[@johnbaldock6353]

Hey, We All Like A BIG TIP!!

[@leswall6293]

I know its three years ago, did it add more to the insurance to have that done ?

[@mentonish]

The quality of a jag exhaust is some thing else,no change after 15 years.

[@donreston5660]

were did you get your exhaust fitted

[@MrAlexmorrissey]

Hi mate, got an f-type p300, looking at replacing the back box... do you still have the valves working? the button to turn them off/on etc? also how much did that roughly cost you?

[@ForTheDrive]

The F-Type is a very different car the XE and the exhaust systems are completely different so I’m afraid this won’t help you at all.

[@parklife4130]

Love the video, my old man has just bought himself a Jag XE and is looking at getting a custom exhaust by longlife... What tips have you got?

[@ForTheDrive]

I couldn’t tell you the name off the top of my head, when I took the car in to have it done the guys had a few styles laid out and tried them on the car until I picked one. Purely down to personal preference.

[@lordpetrolhead477]

About to order a new XE 250p S. Just wondering as you didn’t say in the video, unless I missed it, how much this cost. So how much was it? Thanks

[@nathanali5730]

How much did the new exhaust cost you?

[@wilfredchan3918]

Hi, can let me know the brand and model of your new exhaust? Thanks

[@mitulpawar5413]

Can't do much with 2.0 diesel xe I guess 🤷need to change mine for petrol maybe

[@efffurselfbrodie1204]

I have the same year and model as yours prior to the boxes but mine does not sound like that at all.. why lol

[@ForTheDrive]

Not sure tbh, the before clips were a little cold so many a richer mix makes a difference but they should be a standard noise before mods. Have you modified anything?

[@alialrekaby1]

Did you feel a bit more power when you changed the exhaust?

[@ForTheDrive]

It felt more nimble, but I hesitate because it just felt way better being able to hear some noise finally! I think it may have helped a little with not having the the silencers restricting air flow but to do it properly I’d need to de cat and widen the pipe from headers.

[@TheAlex462]

Loving the exhaust on this, thinking of doing the same to mine. Does anyone know the tip diameter in this video? Looks like 100mm / 4 inch to me.

[@ForTheDrive]

Yes it’s 4”, we looked at 4” and 5” to see which would look better but the 5” was to tight and I was concerned about it melting the rear valance when it got hot from a longer drives.

[@TheAlex462]

Thanks for confirming. My local Powerflow franchise also dabbled with the idea of 5” but it looks like 4” is best so I’m glad you confirmed that. I’ve noticed your valance back then looking like a nice gloss black but mine (MY68) is a dull grey almost. Did you treat it as you can with plastic trim or did Jaguar do a gloss black version from factory for the early models? Looked smart! Had an estimate of £450 today which feels more than fair for 2022 prices. Really hoping for a subtle sport tone on idle and low range but a fantastic response from sport modes being used. Those factory boxes are humungous / weight reduction to be had!

[@ForTheDrive]

@@TheAlex462 I had my rear valance wrapped in gloss black a few years ago, as the standard black plastic looked cheap, but I didn’t want to pay Jaguar prices to replace with the “S” valance which was gloss black from factory. The only thing to be aware of doing a custom mod on the exhaust is that the sound deadening is minimal in the boot at the back boxes do a lot of work to cut the sound, just don’t go too crazy in the volume or you’ll be getting some potential drone noise inside the cabin,

[@99crossy]

Constructive feedback. Couldn’t see exhausts as low light. Hope your channel builds though. You present well. Maybe try and collaborate with an w perimeter KZbinr if possible. You’ll get good coverage, maybe better production in sound and visuals etc. lots of KZbinrs are helpful like that. Keep it up

[@jh5018]

Can you put this on the xf 35t ? Please send me link if so that sounds amazing way better than my turbo 3 series

[@ForTheDrive]

As it’s a custom exhaust, you’ll have to speak to Long Life exhausts and take your car over so they can see what’s possible.

[@corey3597]

Im looking at getting my 25t done but was wondering if you could give me a rough figure to work from so I know what price I will be looking at :)

[@ForTheDrive]

It cost me around £400 for the two back boxes. Another option you should look at is the resonator box, the exhaust specialists will advise you on it all. 👍

[@corey3597]

For The Drive okay thanks for the reply mate will definitely look into this more👌🏼

[@dabakkendchild_8501]

can I get this if I live is USA? Great video btw!!

[@lomvask4636]

Great channel is your car a petrol or diesel? Thanks

[@ForTheDrive]

+LOM VASK thanks, it’s the Petrol 240.

[@iceintheveinsmate5492]

My dad put a widebody on his xe-s and im lost for words for how cool it looks

[@ForTheDrive]

I’d like to see what that looks like!

[@willmckoy8949]

Any photos?

[@brumkid100]

Where did you go to get this done? Looks and sounds really nice! for £400 crazy :D

[@ForTheDrive]

Longline exhausts in Basingstoke, make it custom to what you want. Thanks! It makes a difference and I definitely enjoy making some noise 😊

[@MarexKai]

How much did these cost and how can I get my hands on these exhausts? 🤩🤩🤩

[@ForTheDrive]

It cost me £400 at the time, by the guys at Longlife Exhausts. Go check them out. 👍

[@agurung010]

How much did it cost ya??

[@user-ed6cs6wf3t]

Hi, not sure if you’ll respond. I’m thinking of getting this done but I just want to know… if you are driving, let’s say ‘efficiently’ can you make the car quieter depending on how you drive? Thank you

[@ForTheDrive]

It’s mainly on the driving modes. Eco is definitely quieter and less aggressive compared to Dynamic, your own driving style will definitely make a difference but it’s an organic noise, no valves or dampening so there’s a base level of noise.

[@user-ed6cs6wf3t]

@@ForTheDrive thank you! Did you have exhaust flaps? Or did you find literally on eco it was quieter? Thank you

[@ForTheDrive]

@@user-ed6cs6wf3t no flaps or valves, was recommended to stay away from them due to seizing potential etc. it’s all just under the different modes basically.

[@jtferguson9586]

Was this a diesel or petrol

[@NorthernMonkeeUK]

Been a couple of years now... Do you still have the car? How's the sound going? I'll be moving from an XE-S to an XE P300 next month so looking to change the exhaust for a bit more beef - enough to scare cyclists when you pass, but not annoying on a long journey. Do you have more details on exactly what was done as longlife were a bit vague when I contacted them.

[@ForTheDrive]

Yeah I do, I just do an update video on the XE as it may be leaving my garage soon! The sound is pretty good, never will be as good as a V or even a fully developed exhaust system but it occasionally pops and bangs and makes a bit of noise in tunnels which is what I wanted it for. I’m curious as to why you’re changing, I’d be holding on the bigger V6 than going down to the turbo if I could. As Longlife are a custom exhaust fabricator it was slightly open ended, I booked the car in, turned up and explained the type of noise and volume that I’d like and decided on which tip to have and then let them work their magic. You can get it tailored to your design. 👍

[@NorthernMonkeeUK]

@@ForTheDrive The XE-S V6 was written off by a truck, it was due for a change though as I'd had it just over a year/40k miles. As the XE-S isn't made any more I had to go for the P300. Still got a V6 is the F-Type though for weekend fun 🙂

[@chrisemmerson6]

Is this XE the V6 S (supercharged 326bhp)?

[@ForTheDrive]

No, it’s the 2L Turbo 240 (stock)

[@ozzyalis]

@@ForTheDrive soibds great for the 2l model now wow

[@ForTheDrive]

Thank you!

[@Boss-ku2vv]

I have a question. Is this a XE S with 340hp or a 25t with 240hp?

[@ForTheDrive]

It is the 25t with 240bhp, although that figure is higher with a few modifications I have made.

[@ForTheDrive]

It is the 25t with 240bhp, although that figure is higher with a few modifications I have made.

[@ForTheDrive]

It is the 25t with 240bhp, although that figure is higher with a few modifications I have made.

[@ForTheDrive]

It is the 25t with 240bhp, although that figure is higher with a few modifications I have made.

[@michaelwhite4408]

G'day Mate, I live in Australia and own a 2015 Jaguar XE 25.T sports. I can't find a similar muffler system in my country for the Jag so can you please give me the contact details of your supplier so I an enquire regarding export. Cheers Michael

[@7markshark]

Does it work for the Diesel Engine?

[@ForTheDrive]

To be honest I have no idea, I’ve not heard many custom exhausts on diesels (if any!) and the layout wouldn’t be twin as the rear diffuser is different so I’m not sure what it would look/sound like.

[@jamesa.jenkins2298]

I have my car Saturday and was going to ask about the diesel

[@jamesa.jenkins2298]

Same colour

[@milangurung7877]

@@jamesa.jenkins2298 so do they do in diesel

[@marcinwodarczyk2188]

Oh my god! Sounds amazing. How much does it cost ?

[@ForTheDrive]

+Marcin Włodarczyk thanks! Certainly an improvement, still loving it. The back boxes cost me £400, the second stage if I go for it hasn’t been quoted yet.

[@marcinwodarczyk2188]

For The Drive do you have downpipe ?

[@ForTheDrive]

+Marcin Włodarczyk no, it’s just the back boxes for now, other parts of the exhaust depend on what else I modify etc.

[@marcinwodarczyk2188]

For The Drive thanks! Isnt it a bit too loudy in the interior ? What about at highways?

[@ForTheDrive]

+Marcin Włodarczyk it’s louder than before but I have no issue with the noise. Same with Motorways, quiet cruising and not bad for accelerations etc. There are insulating mats if it becomes too much.

[@djchasingsummerjoan]

hi do you have the v6 version ?

[@ForTheDrive]

No the 240bhp 2.0L i4 Turbo.

[@djchasingsummerjoan]

For The Drive thx

[@ForTheDrive]

If you’re looking for an exhaust for the V6, there are many full systems available by companies. The 2.0l has my had anything developed for it, hence why I had something custom made.

[@djchasingsummerjoan]

For The Drive okay but my dad have the v4 version :P

[@mikeelliott886]

@@ForTheDrive Can you recommend any in particular for the V6 - I'm looking for an upgrade!

[@Picklescarchannel]

How is the Drone at 70mph-ish? on a different note, can i just ask what drew you to the XE in the first place? seems an odd car to start modding when it's more of a mini-exec saloon. Don't get me wrong, they have decent power and certainly move, but what was your reason for the XE and do you still stick with that choice or do you think you would have been better off with a hot hatch or similar? I have kind of the opposite thoughts with my M135i... constantly thinking about getting a tuning box to get close to 400bhp, but then i think how often do i use that and sometimes think i would have better off with an XE or similar (recently looked at the latest 300bhp 4 pot one and the v6)

[@ForTheDrive]

+Pickles the drone noise drops off when you start cruising, at high speed it’s no worse than most sports exhausts so I think I’ve been very lucky with the result. Haha you’re not the first to ask and won’t be the last. Something about it drew me in, I wanted (still do) a Mustang GT but couldn’t have that as my only car, so I went through all of the rivals; M235i, CLA250, S3 saloon, XE and Just fell for the Jaguar. I prefer a slightly larger car than a hot hatch so although there are some serious weapons out there for good money, I would always want a bigger car so I stick with my choice. There are times that we all want a certain car that we don’t have, but when I go for a drive in mine, I still enjoy it and get a sense of satisfaction. I think the power in the M135i is good, and more power is always a good idea for me, but if you don’t use it enough to justify it then it’s not worth spending more, the size of car makes a big difference, a small car can feel far more fun at slow speeds.

[@Ewecnt]

I have an M140 and a P250 XE. The Jaguar sounds crap and is so so so boring!! I came here by mistake looking for info about my pan roof blind sticking (it’s under warrantee but I hoped it was an easy fix) The M140 is savage, better on fuel than the Jag, and sooooooo much nicer sounding. The car in this video sounds fair with that exhaust tho, hats off. If your thinking tuning box then get it done. I have one on my M140 and it made 431bhp on Surry rolling road, 600Nm. Take note however it going to be no good without a LSD as I found out, with my LSD fitted its an animal! 0-62 in under 4 seconds on draggy and I ran mid 11’s at Santa Pod. Birds suspension next.

[@bodu9613]

How many milimeters do the tips have?

[@ForTheDrive]

Good question, not sure off the top of my head? I would guess about 80mm?

[@rx1n138]

How much for it

[@ForTheDrive]

Back then it was £400 👍

[@michaelwhite4408]

G'day Mate, I live in Australia and own a 2015 Jaguar XE 25.T R Sports petrol. I can't find a similar system available in my country so can you please give me the contact details of the supplier so I can enquire about export availability. Cheers

[@ForTheDrive]

+Michael White hey! They are called Longlife exhausts website is: www.longlife.co.uk As I mentioned in the video, it is custom made, so it’s technically a one off build so I’m not sure how easy it will be for them to export something that was built onto the car. But no harm in asking them, good luck!

[@jedwalter]

How much did this cost buddy? @forthedrive

[@ForTheDrive]

£400

[@timothythomas1626]

Brother Get an XJ6 and Be Some Body ... LOL I am Playing

[@SoninjaX]

stock mufflers were absolute trash lol car companies are hilarious

[@nomessininc.]

sounds much better! less and less grandad with each mod 😂

[@ForTheDrive]

+CATALYTIC UK haha thanks, I like that’s becoming more unique and interesting. Just need a bigger budget to speed up to mods!

[@nomessininc.]

Im having the exact same problem with my car, but i need to fix it and prepare it for track, but small budgets bottlenecking mine 😩

[@ForTheDrive]

+CATALYTIC UK such a ball ache really, keep working at it, eventually you’ll get there man 😀

[@99crossy]

Could you PM me the price please

[@JavsfromChiTown]

Sounds like a Honda 👎

[@KoeniGBlitzodoniA]

My xe s original sounds better than that dude

[@ForTheDrive]

Well done you?

[@RockHash]

My god not on the 4 cylinder SMH. NEVER GET A EXHAUST ON ANYTHING LESS THAN A V6! Anyone who knows remotely about cars can tell its a 4 cylinder.

[@ForTheDrive]

Rock Hash at no point did I say that I was pretending is was a V6, anyone has an ounce of sense will know that it’s a personal choice. You better start speaking to a lot of car manufacturers to let them know they’re doing it all wrong, they’ll be sooooooo grateful for your ‘expert’ opinion.

[@xVwraithVx]

So what if it’s a 4 cylinder, have you never heard the Porsche 904 Carrera

[@bigbadryster]

5cylinder Audi’s say otherwise

[@patrickquinn8473]

Rock Hash another no f-ck all , party pooper stfu , twat .