2008 Jaguar X-Type: Overview

2008 Jaguar X-Type 

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  • MSRP: $35,060 - $39,330
  • Invoice: $31,905 - $35,791

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Pros

  • Standard all-wheel drive
  • Handling/roadholding

Cons

  • Automatic-transmission performance
  • Navigation-system controls

Vehicle Highlights

The 2008 Jaguar X-Type gets no major changes for what is this slow-selling car's final model year. This is Jaguar's smallest, least-expensive car. The lineup consists of a sedan and wagon, both with standard all-wheel drive. X-Types have a 227-hp 3.0-liter V6 engine and a 5-speed automatic transmission. Available safety features include ABS, an antiskid system, curtain side airbags, and front side airbags. X-Types come with leather and wood interior trim. A sunroof is standard. Wagons have rear obstacle detection.

COMPETITION

Consumer Guide Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 classes based on size, price, and market position. Premium Compact Cars are similar in size but more expensive than Compact Cars. Premium Compacts have more standard equipment and an upscale image when compared to Compact Cars.

Our Best Buys in the Premium Compact Car class are the Audi A4 and BMW 3-Series. Our Recommended picks are the Audi A3 and Saab 9-3.

New or significantly redesigned models include the Mercedes-Benz C-Class and the Volvo C30.

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Expert Ratings Summary (view detailed report)

Category Sedan w/navigation Rating Premium Compact Car Average Rating
Acceleration 6 6.4
Fuel Economy 5 5.6
Ride Quality 6 5.5
Steering/Handling/Braking 7 7.3
Quietness 7 6.1
Controls 5 6.3
Details 6 7.2
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front) 6 6.8
Room/Comfort (rear) 4 3.7
Cargo Room 4 4.3
Value within Class 3 6.2
Total Score: 59 65.4

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