Jaguar XE review (2015 to 2019) | What Car?

[@ackam521098]

In sea of BMW, Mercedes-benz and Audi this comes refreshing and more beautiful.

[@mansees]

This is the car that brings a smile to your face like the 3 series BMW's of the mid to late 90's used to. BMW has lost the plot. The XE has a better suspension, superior handling and great feel. The Jaguar XE is now the ultimate driving machine. If i am not mistaken this has a 5 year, 60,000 mile warranty. So the cost of ownership is greatly reduced.

[@dommy114]

The Giulia is, in fact, the ultimate driving machine of the class.

[@betterbeavailable]

If its so good, why are we barely seeing them on the road?

[@TheDOWfan]

@@betterbeavailable People are sheep and flock to the Germans

[@severnsea3924]

@@betterbeavailable I really wanted to like the Alfa as I've always wanted one and came VERY close to buying the 159 some years ago. I test drove the Giulia and it was great to drive, but not better than the XF I bought. The interior fit and finish also leaves a lot to be desired which was the deal breaker for me. Family hatchback quality for a car costing upwards of 40 grand? No thanks.

[@nick1635]

@@betterbeavailable Because they're all faulty in the repair shop.

[@TheSkinheadlad]

Balanced review that you can actually buy a car on.. ive looked at some many and online forums this is the most balanced and gives you the buyer the real information on the car and its various spec levels. overal im a new subscriber to this channel

[@witmannwml]

I recommend using a pop filter for your microphone when reading stuff outside of the camera. Those P's and B's of yours really explode in headphones. Otherwise a nice review of a very cool car.

[@danielladouceur8074]

Bought my 2017 Jaguar XE 35t with V6 supercharged 340 engine. Love the drive, all I’ve wanted in a vehicle that isn’t common in Canada in comparison to Audi, Mercedes and BMW’s. wish I had the pro infotainment unit but will over time change that out

[@Nb61777]

I’ve had my 2018 XE since brand new and can say this vehicle is fantastic.

[@gunnarelisigurjonsson2587]

Drove the 2018 250 r sport rwd around Reykjavík city in Iceland.. and winter.. Smooth and very good steering And the ride was brilliant I'll try the sports mode next week.

[@dr.armanassadi5736]

as I'm not supposed to go for any product, just coz it's British, so I still pick a 3 series against an XE all day, everyday!

[@waverunner7063]

I can't believe he referred to the interior as spacious. Also, why not compare this against its most likely competitor the Alfa Romeo Giulia. Lastly people need to stop referring to Audi when referring to BMW and Mercedes. Audi sedan sales trail in comparison.

[@jlue1993]

Ive driven a few XE's extensively now, and they are superb to drive and I found them comfortable, but ultimately find them flawed with sub par boot, rear passenger space and interior quality. I'm sure that the next gen XE will be a big step up. Not parting with my 320...yet!!

[@timand859]

19Lion8 the three series interior is not what it used to be however still a step up on the xe.

[@wakeupandsmellthecoffeetod9582]

My 330i MSport rattles around the doorframe from new...with teflon tapes the problem was solved. The XE is more driver oriented even compared to BMW F30...and that's a great thing...however the major flaw is the rear seat space...my goodness...i am only 172cm tall and i could not sit at the back properly. The legroom is so tight and the center tunnel is massive. Bear in mind that the XE is not actually a small car...it's bigger in both length and width compared to F30 3 series...yet the interior space is no better tham a 4.47meters long E46 3 series.

[@numberstation]

The plastic hinges on the boot lid? They’re covers for the steel hinges underneath! Jesus wept….

[@graememackenzie7399]

Owned new BMW 3 - wot a lemon, Mercedes C220 - very nice family, Jag XE - this is it for me now

[@jonspoard8416]

Why the terrible music.

[@mmmmmmmmmmmmmmm420]

maddening that it isn't a hatchback. That small boot rules it out for me.

[@severnsea3924]

XF Sportbrake (estate) version fills the gap. This isn't meant to be and wouldn't work as a hatchback, but if you need a bigger boot go for the XF. It's huge and you can fold the rear seats.

[@craigdunn3231]

Nice car I like jaguar cars

[@ambientsounds1416]

Copied BMW E90 shape and modernised it a bit.

[@severnsea]

Sorry, but I think it is the best in class. If you point-score everything on an out of ten type basis and give lower scores for boot and rear space etc. then add up the points, it's rivals will score more - but that's not important to the vast majoirty of buyers, who put driving dynamics well above those other features. On that basis almost everybody agrees that the XE has the best driving dynamics, comfort (outside of the sports models but that's the same with most rivals), and so on. This car has the character that BMW lost years ago, if they ever had it. I liked the 3 series I had a few years ago but never enjoyed it in the way I enjoy driving this. The sad thing is we have a fantastic British car for the first time in years and you lot are putting buyers off for the wrong reasons. I think you're all scared of being the first to stick your neck out and say it.

[@gianniverschueren870]

Practicality matters, and it definitely isn't more comfortable than its direct rivals from Germany. You pick the Jaguar if you're looking for the best driving experience and looks, but as a daily, it simply falls short to the opposition. Most buyers want the total package, and ultimately you're not hitting those twisty roads where the Jaguar shines anywhere near enough.

[@severnsea3924]

@@gianniverschueren870 What you should make clear is that's an opinion, not a fact. Comfort, like many other things, depends on the user. I have back problems and I find it far more comfortable than the 5 Series, in fact than any German car I've driven. German cars tend to have harder seats for whatever reason. You don't seem to be sure what you want, you say people pick the driver for the best driving experience then claim it doesn't shine on the twisty roads (it does, and does it better than the alternate choices in the opinion of most owners). The car will handle any twisty roads as well as anything else out there, in fact the driver's capabilities will most likely reach their capabilities long before the cars do, and many owners buy them for their excellent handling. As a daily driver most owners (myself included) want performance, comfort and quality and several Jaguar models fit the bill, so much so that many owners are happy to go back and buy another Jag, and another, and another, and most of us have driven every competitor out there. Absolutely nothing lacking at all, it's just the media hype that gives people that impression, for example people saying they're unreliable because they read what somebody else said. Somebody saying they're not comfortable who has never sat in one, and so on. But don't take my word for it, the comments from owners on this and any other thread will tell you the reality.

[@gianniverschueren870]

@@severnsea3924 I know reading comprehension can be tricky, because I stated the twisty roads is exactly where the car shines, but unfortunately that's not where most people spend most their time driving. And for the record, I owned this car for 4 years. Absolutely loved it. Recently switched to the Skoda Octavia RS because I was in need of more practicality.

[@severnsea3924]

@@gianniverschueren870 Not so much reading comprehension but the way you worded it, but it's not relevant. Why? Because those who buy a cabriolet or a car with a sunroof don't spend most of their time with the roof down/open. People who buy a Ferrari or Lamborghini don't spend most of their time driving them at 180mph. Those who buy a 7 seat people carrier don't spend most of their time driving around with their family. To say it falls short is an opinion, not a fact. Everybody has different opinions on different aspects of whatever car they happen to drive. All I can say is that according to the Jaguar owners forums (and there are several of them), most people are happy with the models they own and most would buy another. I've owned BMWs and Mercedes, I've driven Audis and Maseratis, and in my opinion there's nothing to beat the XF as a great all rounder. It's a fantastic cruiser, superb on the back roads, as comfortable as I need it to be, has a huge boot and folding back seats, I genuinely cannot fault it. Most of the dissenters have never even sat in one.

[@g00dfeeling]

Really good, but I think Alfa Romeo Giulia is the best compact executive right now.

[@mhoppy6639]

If you bought a giulia have you still got it and did you end up with any electronics/ electrical problems ??? My friend bought a 147 and I loved it he loved it as well but the electric problems just ended up ruining the ownership experience…

[@stephsaad]

Sorry mate. I own a F30 3 series and the boot capacity is 480 L like the A4 et the C class

[@jlue1993]

astracartman I thought that too. The Jags boot certainly doesn't feel like 455L capacity.

[@alanwayte432]

Joshua L just changed from a 320 been driving 3 series for six years, much prefer the Jag....well done its great to drive on b roads

[@muhjm1946]

Does it come with a CD Player Like the BMW 3 Series or Mercedes benz?

[@severnsea3924]

Yes. 6 disc changer in mine.

[@galloping5273]

Can't believe the grill badge with the camera/radar...looks like a total afterthought. Who signed it off?? Otherwise seems a great car

[@shoaibsaleem8240]

That's the radar for the Adaptive Cruise Control

[@galloping5273]

I know...just think they should have done a better job integrating it into the design.

[@ronshephard9429]

The BMW series is a great car but it's interior hasn't changed for years, great materials etc but a bit boring.

[@dalumagwaza8620]

Does this have andriod auto?

[@LKNL13]

If you have a version with a 10-inch screen, yes

[@Blueburst360]

"Jaguar's first small saloon"? What about the X-Type?

[@the80386]

you mean the 'ford' x-type?

[@Blueburst360]

Doesn't matter who owned them or what it's based on, it's still a small Jaguar saloon.

[@Blueburst360]

Well, that's up to Jaguar. However, this is supposed to be a piece of journalism, not a piece of promotion. It's not What Car's job to act as a satellite to Jaguar's marketing department.

[@mhoppy6639]

The XF is what size?? Is it about 5 series equivalent ?

[@davidkerridge3889]

There is nothing more drab than the interior of a BMW! Standard 6 buttons and a few bits of dash and consol is discusting and all the same. Audi is a bit better but still not a oatch Merc is nice but expensive for what you get Jag is just stunning!

[@paulbrowne6087]

The tesla model 3 is going to smash the UK small executive market. Its much more spacious interior and fit a bigger storage capacity. 130mpg equivalent deals the deal.

[@severnsea3924]

Oops!

[@keithwills3790]

How's that going in 2024??😂😂

[@blarkdexture8899]

rear looks dated

[@TheM1lum]

I had an early Petrol Portfolio XE. Undoubtedly the worst car I have had in the past 15 years. Poorly finished, with some glaring interior design issues. Drove well, but so happy to get rid of it after 10 months and upgraded to a Skoda Superb, a MUCH better car all round.

[@chiefcomplaint1]

what did you not like about the inside?

[@OO7_OO7]

You mean downgraded to a shitty Skoda.

[@severnsea3924]

@@OO7_OO7 Agree, Skoda-owning neighbour loves my Jag. Interior is lauded as one of the best out there but of course you can't please everybody. Look hard enough and you'll find people who love a Lada.

[@Queenwraith]

It just looks too bland and similar to other saloons like Vauxhall and Skoda

[@mercymessi7115]

Only british and indians simps for jaguar

[@ronb8302]

sucha dull voice

[@gasperkosmac7672]

hideous car especially the back lights

[@dlhussain81]

Biased review