Should You Buy a JAGUAR X-TYPE? (Test Drive & Review 2008 2.0D)
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Who is watching his videos and instantly starts an online search of the car he was just talking about? 😄
All of us. Lol He should be sponsored by Autotrader
I do every time ! 😂😂😂
Yep, same here! 😆
Not this week.
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.
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!
Good choice!
Couldnt agree more. Just bought a 56 reg 2.5 manual and it drives superb and looks so much classier than the ubiquitous euroboxes.
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.
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.
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
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
It wasn't an entry level car. A skoda is an entry level car.
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.
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
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.
Late models are actually looking very smart now.
The right spec and wheels they are a looker.
The Late Black/blue Sovereigns or Sport Premiums with factory BBS wheels are beautiful.
@@s_tyrer6005 and the estate better looking than the saloon.
Always did Paulie
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!
I had estate for 5 years brilliant car ..... never went wrong
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 .
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 .
That’s one nice looking Mondeo, joking aside I think everyone arrives at a point in their lives when they want a jag
Is it better than mondeo? I have one mondeo but I got bored of it
@@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
@@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.
@@timbutton4990 How much km is that
@@arunas2627 That's about 300 miles, thirsty thing, or 480 Km.
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 💯👏.
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.
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
Or mock the S type (transit van chassis)
The Mondeo was a fantastic car anyway
@@callumhardy5098 so true, I had two and I couldn’t fault them.
@@user-zt1er1uj6i transit van? Lincoln L. S. American chassis.
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
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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.
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
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
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.
S'funny, the Mondeos were known for the exact same thing. Not a bad thing.
Which do you prefer, the X type or the XF, and how did they compare for reliability?
@@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.
I had an x-type, your comment about "bitter people" are spot on
Easily my favourite car channel! Please never change anything 😂
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The voice recognition was very accurate on the high spec models
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I love watching your accurate honest reviews .
Thank you 👍 .
I owned a 2ltr diesel and a 3tr AWD saloon. Both great cars. I really enjoyed driving both of them.
Really appreciate you take time off your busy Star Wars filming schedule to give us this content. Top bloke.
Haha thanks
Been waiting for this video for a long while! I own a 2004 2.1 V6.
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Nice to see another balanced review of the X Type, and at the same time as Jsy Em too. Great stuff.
Great daily drive Jaguar and also great on snow with the all wheel drive.
Awesome video once again,.. thank you.
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
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!
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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!
Thanks for watching!
Brilliant, always wondered about these and the Rover 75, which I have a feeling I saw a review on, enough said, thanks again brilliant video and info.
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!
Spot on re Estate looking good
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.
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.
The new logo reminds me of a clothing brand for some reason 😂 old jags are just too cool 😎, luxurious and slightly reliable
They're nowhere near as unreliable as people would have you believe. They're decent cars
@@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!
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!
Great review Matt, totally agree with your comments.👌
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.
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.
Fair enough. I wanted to look more professional
@@HighPeakAutos same preferred the older logo
@@HighPeakAutos i quite like it!
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.
I am still hoping it will be a grower, was my initial gut feeling.
Look at you with your flash intros!
Nice. Hope you find an S type soon , cheers Matt
That was a very fair and accurate assessment from genuine experience.
Great review as always, didn't know much about the X type until I watched this. Thanks. 👍
No problem 👍
The MK3 Mondeo it was based on was a damn good car!
Still got my 20 yr old Zetec auto. Passed the last 3 consecutive MOTs first time.
Total respect ( As always ) 👌👌👌👌
Thanks!
Nice revamp Matt!! Love the update
Thanks!
Great video. Had one of these this week as a courtesy car. 2.2 diesel with 165k miles! I believe the Queen has the estate
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
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.
Thanks for watching!
Derek’s fitted himself on a Sunday afternoon, classic love it. The cars not bad as well.
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I have been waiting for this review since a year . Subscribing paid off big time 👍🏼
Thanks for the review
Thanks!
Well, this is a coincidence
Haha 😸 nice to see a comment from you on a colleagues page
Could we get to see some Jag colab challenges, huh?
Omg you watch high peak as well, incredible
I knew JayEmm had taste
Have you done an x type video @JayEmm
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.
I had one of these for 2 years, 2 litre diesel, loved it, even though it cost me a small fortune in repairs during that time. The clutch was the biggest expense. Fitting cost about £200, but the parts, which at the time were only available from Jaguar, cost about £800. Also had a 3 litre S Type, which was surprisingly reliable, given what you hear about jags from that era.
had one ex demonstrator -- loved it --AWD -- you could cover distance without hassle
new logo ? nice !
Cheers!
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 👍🏾
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.
Great review, I loved my 2004 X type 3.0 sport manual, very reliable, I searched nationwide over the last year for a 3.0 X type manual of any year in the United States and there were none, there were two 2.5 L five speed manual, non sport package. The 3.0 was not fast and the clutch was a bit heavy but it was fun, sadly we did not get the facelifted version that you got in the UK as it was very handsome, and it got the new transmission, A ton of updates and the beautiful steering wheel that Jaguar used in the first generation XF which was so much nicer than the previous one. They always looked great in silver, and those rims are very unique, it’s just so weird that a lot of reviews I watch of any jaguar new and old it will be the top trim but no sunroof just like this X type, strange…
Great review as always. I totally agree with what you say about this jag. I definitely agree with recommended the auto over the manual as the manual doesn’t seem right on this kind of car. Keep up the great reviews :)
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!!
Haha oh well. The E46 is still great
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.
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.
Thanks for watching!
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.
I've had 3 2.2d sport premium xtypes before moving to the xfs, never had any issues tbh. Great cars..and yes I did have the chrome leaper on the bonnet but against the black paintwork and full body kit, it did look good 😁
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
Only here for the wit
Thanks
Always fancied one of these, love the look .
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.
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.
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
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...
I've always liked these Jags and was fully expecting you to slate this model. Great review to be fair 👍
Thanks! 👍
Another great Video Matt, Thanks.
Thanks
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.
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.
@@nicholasbabeaux2052 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.
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!
Thanks!
The estate was the one to have.
@@sandersson2813 I’ve been looking on autotrader and I do prefer the estate now. Don’t normally like estate versions of saloons.
@@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.
@@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.
Love it. Two pedals good!
I had three of these cars and loved them all. Great car, but yes always go for the auto with the biggest engine.
I had the 2004 Diesel version. Might of been unlucky but I had non stop trouble with mine and was glad to get rid after 6 months.
You and JayEmm putting out X Type vids on the same day? This is a fix
Purely a coincidence
@@HighPeakAutos exactly what someone involved in a conspiracy would say 👀
Yeah his video is on my watch later list to
High Peak Autos pops up with an X-Type. You have to watch. 👍
Thanks for this one Matt. 👏🏻
Thanks!
Very true
Liking the new intro.....much better. Great content as usual sir.
Great vid again! I was actually eyeing a diesel estate X-Type as my next daily driver couple of months ago, but now I'm thinking if I should get a saloon with V6 as a hobby car, or save couple more years and get X250 XF... I have a hunch the XF will become a modern classic sooner than X-Type, but the prices of these used X-Types are certainly tempting!
Gorgeous motor with a fantastic chassis.
It's a ford mondeo in asda clothes
No. More like a Mondeo in John Lewis gear
@@HighPeakAutos ummm "this John Lewis nightmare "?
Put a 'P' on your name. 😃😃😃😃
Had an x-type 2.0 diesel for a year,a brilliant car,so reliable,and a nice drive
as always very fair review. S&F Steve
I'd spent several years planning on getting one of these as my 2nd car, until I came by my 3.0L S-Type, but if I need an estate I'm right there with you on a 3.0L AWD, /especially/ a black facelift like the one you showed!
Great review. I drive a 2008 2.0 S and have to agree with everything you said and yes it's a good car.
Love my 2.0d x type 07 all the add on's runs like a dream I feel confident I can run this for a long time. The egr did play up. Stripped outs and cleaned for half a day on a Sunday back to tickity boo
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.
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.
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.
Pleased to hear it
Love these had a few
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!)
Glad you enjoyed it!
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!
Miss my 3.0 AWD manual estate. Rear biased AWD system made it a great car to drive
Had a 2.1 petrol and 3.0 awd loved them both
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.
Something for the weekend Sir
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.
Nice new logo...
Good review as ever...
Good under rated car...
Cheers Matt!
Thanks! 👍
Oh yes and the estate version is so beautiful, They look so awesome and unique to this day, I remember up to a couple years ago the queen was driving her British racing green estate regularly, I’m sure I’m not the only one that noticed that the rear end of the X type estate looks a lot like the rear end of the first Gen Volvo S40 wagon😀