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Only if you pay for it. In standard trim it's basically the same as a normal 3 Series.
XE [Official] Jaguar XE sedan
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The Jaguar XE (X760) is a front engine, rear- or all-wheel drive four-door compact-executive saloon manufactured by Jaguar Land Rover and marketed under their Jaguar marque for model years 2016–2024 — across a single generation. The successor to the X-Type, it was designed by Ian Callum and launched at the October 2014 Paris Motor Show. Production of the XE ceased in mid-2024.
Only if you pay for it. In standard trim it's basically the same as a normal 3 Series.
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Why is it a better drive than the bimmer? Because it is sharper? Fine, it might be sportier to drive than the BMW, but it is far from being a better car. BMW is probably sporty as well, more comfortable, light years ahead in terms of engines, interior and tech, and way nicer.
Would I buy a car based on the speed I can take a turn on it, or rather based on the rest of the departments I have mentioned?
No brainer here. I would buy the three germans and the Lexus way before this Jag. Period.
Would I buy a car based on the speed I can take a turn on it, or rather based on the rest of the departments I have mentioned?
No brainer here. I would buy the three germans and the Lexus way before this Jag. Period.
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You don't appear to be reading the reviews or listening to what the video reviewers say very carefully, at appears that most agree on these facts the Jag handles better and is more comfortable as well as being sportier.
It's also got a smaller back seat and the infotainment isn't as good. The new diesels are still a tad rough, but then so are BMW's 4 cylinder diesels, the two I had certainly were. Maybe the roughness of tghe diesels isa gone by the time customer cars get delivered and the reviewers try production cars not prototypes. Drive.com.au loved the V6.
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Don't forget an updated 3er arrives in May with significant improvements to identified key areas as well as all new engines Majoring in efficiency and performance.
It is known that some factions of the media are writing off the 3er too early.
The 3er is the benchmark because it is the full competent package , it takes everything that is essentially desired and fulfils expectation and delivers satisfaction on the aspects that matter today. It also offers customers a Touring and important in Europe a hatchback.
The XE has a lot more to fulfil in order to be at the 3er level of competency.
Its run at the top might be very , very short.
It is known that some factions of the media are writing off the 3er too early.
The 3er is the benchmark because it is the full competent package , it takes everything that is essentially desired and fulfils expectation and delivers satisfaction on the aspects that matter today. It also offers customers a Touring and important in Europe a hatchback.
The XE has a lot more to fulfil in order to be at the 3er level of competency.
Its run at the top might be very , very short.
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Scott you're forgetting that there will be an XE Sportbrake next year; BMW didn't release the Touring the same time as the sedan, neither did Mercedes or Audi. I don't actually think the hatchback is as important as you're suggesting, they certainly didn't need to build two of them (4er GC). You would be foolish enough to think Jaguar won't be expanding the range.
These are some interesting renders of what may and probably will come.
These are some interesting renders of what may and probably will come.
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Oh dear God. Hyperbole much? Have a day off from marketing for once instead of shoving this PR BS down everybody's throats.
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Woahh!
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I read the Whatcar comparison and they tested the 320d ED edition against the equivalent Jag model, but the BMW had stock standard 205/60/16 inch tyres while the Jaguar had 18inch low profile wheels. The Jaguar was judged the better drive with more precise handling (but this could be cause BMW has higher profile and narrower width tyres). The BMW was much faster, 7.7sec to 60mph compared to 9.2sec in Jaguar and 143mph top speed compared to 132mph in the Jag. The BMW test was also more fuel efficient its MPG was also higher than the Jaguar.
The one thing that I don't agree with in this test is the mention of the build quality of the Jaguar matching the BMW and perhaps been even better bolted together with less gaps in the different interior panels. The Jaguar does'nt come close to matching the BMW in this respect in my opinion after I sat in both a number of times at a recent motorshow, the Jaguar interior build seemed the worst out of 4 rivals I compared it with.
Here is the Whatcar comparison:
Few cars whip up as much hype on these shores as a new Jaguar. The company might not be British-owned these days but there’s still a lot of Britishness in the way it’s run, with all models designed and built here.
Usually, though, any excitement has to be tempered with some rather more sobering realities. Jags tend not to lead their respective classes on fuel economy, for example, and because they tend to depreciate quicker than their German rivals they often end up costing you more in the long run.
Until now, that is. The new XE isn’t just super-desirable, you see, it also makes a surprising amount of sense financially. In fact, if you’re a company car driver – as most premium saloon 'owners' are – it’ll cost you less to run than an equivalent BMW 3 Series.
What are they like to drive?
We’re testing the most efficient versions of these cars, and that means they’re both powered by 161bhp 2.0-litre diesel engines. You might imagine there would be little to split the two for performance, but you won’t have to drive far to realise the BMW accelerates with a fair bit more vigour. That’s not only the case when you rev the engine hard; it’s also true when you want to build speed from low revs in higher gears.
The longer-geared XE rarely feels sluggish, mind, and its engine is happy to sit at very low revs without labouring. You just need to think a bit further ahead when planning overtakes or when accelerating down a motorway slip road.
That’s about our only criticism with the way the XE drives, though. It outshines the BMW on twisting roads, darting into bends more eagerly, and staying flatter and more composed. The Jag grips harder, too, and has steering that’s quick and precise without making the car feel nervous at high speeds. That’s important given the high number of motorway miles many executive car buyers rack up.
Not that the 3 Series is even remotely sloppy. It still handles sweetly and its steering, although slower than the Jag’s, actually streams a bit more information to your fingertips. However, the relatively high-walled tyres fitted to our Efficient Dynamics test car could do with more grip – especially in the wet.
Fortunately, the XE’s sporty handling doesn’t come with a bone-shaking ride. In fact, the Jag is remarkably comfortable. It’s firm, but supple enough to take the sting out of potholes in town, and stays wonderfully settled on the motorway. We’d recommend avoiding R Sport models, though, since they come with lower and stiffer suspension, so aren’t as comfortable.
Our 3 Series test car was fitted with optional Adaptive M Sport suspension (£750). This gives you the option to stiffen and soften the dampers by pressing a button. Switch to Comfort mode and the BMW’s ride is even more forgiving than the Jag’s at low speeds, although the 3 Series doesn’t feel as well tied down over high-speed dips and crests.
Journeys are more peaceful in the XE, with less wind and engine noise finding its way into the cabin. By contrast, the 3 Series’ engine blurts out quite a racket when revved and, although there is less road roar at motorway speeds, the BMW has the notchier manual gearshift.
What are they like inside?
Whatever your size or shape, you’re unlikely to have much trouble finding a comfortable driving position in either of these cars. That said, it’s easier to adjust the Jag’s seats thanks to part-electric movement, whereas tweaking the BMW’s is a comparatively fiddly process because you have to pull a lever and shift your weight around. The 3 Series’ pedals are offset a bit too far to the right, too, which forces you to sit at a skewed angle much of the time.
There’s little to split the two rivals for interior quality, with plenty of soft-touch materials in all the important areas. If anything, the XE’s cabin is bolted together a bit more precisely, with smaller and more consistent gaps between the different sections of the dashboard. Then again, the BMW’s switches, knobs and buttons feel that bit more substantial.
The XE is the first model to have Jaguar’s new InControl infotainment system. It’s a massive improvement over the company’s older systems because it’s not only a lot more intuitive, it’s also much quicker to respond to commands. It’ll sync with your Smartphone to give you access to some handy apps, too, including one that’ll display your phone’s calendar and another that searches out nearby hotels.
That said, it’s still a touchscreen, so you do have to concentrate to make sure you’re pressing the correct area of the display. That’s not ideal when you’re driving.
Performing certain functions – such as changing the radio station or tapping a postcode into the sat-nav – is easier in the BMW. That’s because iDrive features a big rotary dial and a selection of shortcut buttons positioned between the front seats, and requires less concentration.
Neither car is particularly spacious as premium saloons go. You’ll want to look at larger executive cars such as the Audi A6 and BMW 5 Series if you regularly carry adults in the back. That said, the 3 Series is the roomier of the two, with more legroom in the back and a bigger boot. The latter’s extra width is very handy, making it easier to slot in a set of golf clubs or a buggy. Split-folding rear seats are an option on both.
What will they cost?
The XE is one of only a handful of premium saloons that pumps out less than 100g/km of CO2.
That’s a good thing for the environment but it’s also great news for company car drivers because it translates to sizeable tax savings. Each month you’ll sacrifice £17 a month less of salary to run the Jag than the BMW, which adds up to a hefty £600 over three years.
That’s only the case if you stick with a manual gearbox, however. Go for an auto (£1550 extra on
the 3 Series and £1750 on the XE) and the Jag’s emissions jump to 106g/km, whereas BMW’s remain at 109g/km, levelling the playing field.
If you’re buying privately the 3 Series has the edge.It's cheaper to start with, and while BMW dealers are willing to cough up discounts of more than £2200, the XE will be available with much smaller savings for at least for the first few months. It counters with slower depreciation but it’ll still work out slightly more expensive to own than the BMW – assuming you buy now and sell after three years.
Real-world fuel economy is one reason for this; the Jag averaged 3.5mpg fewer than its German rival in our tests. However, our test XE was an early-build car that didn’t have a functioning engine stop-start system, so you can probably expect slightly more than the 50.7mpg we managed.
You’ll need to spend several hundred pounds if you want your 3 Series to be as well-equipped as the XE. Both cars come with leather seats, sat-nav, cruise control, heated seats, rear parking sensors, automatic lights and wipers, and cruise and climate controls. The XE adds bigger alloy wheels and automatic emergency braking.
Our verdict
Jag’s new XE just edges the 3 Series. It’s even more fun to drive than its German rival, better equipped and cheaper to run as a company car, so unlike Jaguars of old it makes as much sense to the head as it does the heart. That said, its victory could well be short-lived because an updated 3 Series goes on sale later this year with CO2 emissions that match the XE’s. Until then, though, the XE is one of the very best executive saloons.
1st - Jaguar XE 2.0d 163 Prestige
For Brilliant handling; comfortable ride; lots of kit; low CO2 output
Against Cramped rear; so-so performance; small fuel tank
Verdict Finally, a Jaguar you can buy with your head
2nd - BMW 320d ED Business Edition
For Supple ride; more spacious; brilliant infotainment
Against Noisy engine; higher BIK; no automatic braking
Verdict Still a fine car, but we'd wait for the face-lift
- See more at: http://www.whatcar.com/car-news/jaguar/xe/jaguar-xe-vs-bmw-3-series/1331221#sthash.xCxL7I02.dpuf
The one thing that I don't agree with in this test is the mention of the build quality of the Jaguar matching the BMW and perhaps been even better bolted together with less gaps in the different interior panels. The Jaguar does'nt come close to matching the BMW in this respect in my opinion after I sat in both a number of times at a recent motorshow, the Jaguar interior build seemed the worst out of 4 rivals I compared it with.
Here is the Whatcar comparison:
Few cars whip up as much hype on these shores as a new Jaguar. The company might not be British-owned these days but there’s still a lot of Britishness in the way it’s run, with all models designed and built here.
Usually, though, any excitement has to be tempered with some rather more sobering realities. Jags tend not to lead their respective classes on fuel economy, for example, and because they tend to depreciate quicker than their German rivals they often end up costing you more in the long run.
Until now, that is. The new XE isn’t just super-desirable, you see, it also makes a surprising amount of sense financially. In fact, if you’re a company car driver – as most premium saloon 'owners' are – it’ll cost you less to run than an equivalent BMW 3 Series.
What are they like to drive?
We’re testing the most efficient versions of these cars, and that means they’re both powered by 161bhp 2.0-litre diesel engines. You might imagine there would be little to split the two for performance, but you won’t have to drive far to realise the BMW accelerates with a fair bit more vigour. That’s not only the case when you rev the engine hard; it’s also true when you want to build speed from low revs in higher gears.
The longer-geared XE rarely feels sluggish, mind, and its engine is happy to sit at very low revs without labouring. You just need to think a bit further ahead when planning overtakes or when accelerating down a motorway slip road.
That’s about our only criticism with the way the XE drives, though. It outshines the BMW on twisting roads, darting into bends more eagerly, and staying flatter and more composed. The Jag grips harder, too, and has steering that’s quick and precise without making the car feel nervous at high speeds. That’s important given the high number of motorway miles many executive car buyers rack up.
Not that the 3 Series is even remotely sloppy. It still handles sweetly and its steering, although slower than the Jag’s, actually streams a bit more information to your fingertips. However, the relatively high-walled tyres fitted to our Efficient Dynamics test car could do with more grip – especially in the wet.
Fortunately, the XE’s sporty handling doesn’t come with a bone-shaking ride. In fact, the Jag is remarkably comfortable. It’s firm, but supple enough to take the sting out of potholes in town, and stays wonderfully settled on the motorway. We’d recommend avoiding R Sport models, though, since they come with lower and stiffer suspension, so aren’t as comfortable.
Our 3 Series test car was fitted with optional Adaptive M Sport suspension (£750). This gives you the option to stiffen and soften the dampers by pressing a button. Switch to Comfort mode and the BMW’s ride is even more forgiving than the Jag’s at low speeds, although the 3 Series doesn’t feel as well tied down over high-speed dips and crests.
Journeys are more peaceful in the XE, with less wind and engine noise finding its way into the cabin. By contrast, the 3 Series’ engine blurts out quite a racket when revved and, although there is less road roar at motorway speeds, the BMW has the notchier manual gearshift.
What are they like inside?
Whatever your size or shape, you’re unlikely to have much trouble finding a comfortable driving position in either of these cars. That said, it’s easier to adjust the Jag’s seats thanks to part-electric movement, whereas tweaking the BMW’s is a comparatively fiddly process because you have to pull a lever and shift your weight around. The 3 Series’ pedals are offset a bit too far to the right, too, which forces you to sit at a skewed angle much of the time.
There’s little to split the two rivals for interior quality, with plenty of soft-touch materials in all the important areas. If anything, the XE’s cabin is bolted together a bit more precisely, with smaller and more consistent gaps between the different sections of the dashboard. Then again, the BMW’s switches, knobs and buttons feel that bit more substantial.
The XE is the first model to have Jaguar’s new InControl infotainment system. It’s a massive improvement over the company’s older systems because it’s not only a lot more intuitive, it’s also much quicker to respond to commands. It’ll sync with your Smartphone to give you access to some handy apps, too, including one that’ll display your phone’s calendar and another that searches out nearby hotels.
That said, it’s still a touchscreen, so you do have to concentrate to make sure you’re pressing the correct area of the display. That’s not ideal when you’re driving.
Performing certain functions – such as changing the radio station or tapping a postcode into the sat-nav – is easier in the BMW. That’s because iDrive features a big rotary dial and a selection of shortcut buttons positioned between the front seats, and requires less concentration.
Neither car is particularly spacious as premium saloons go. You’ll want to look at larger executive cars such as the Audi A6 and BMW 5 Series if you regularly carry adults in the back. That said, the 3 Series is the roomier of the two, with more legroom in the back and a bigger boot. The latter’s extra width is very handy, making it easier to slot in a set of golf clubs or a buggy. Split-folding rear seats are an option on both.
What will they cost?
The XE is one of only a handful of premium saloons that pumps out less than 100g/km of CO2.
That’s a good thing for the environment but it’s also great news for company car drivers because it translates to sizeable tax savings. Each month you’ll sacrifice £17 a month less of salary to run the Jag than the BMW, which adds up to a hefty £600 over three years.
That’s only the case if you stick with a manual gearbox, however. Go for an auto (£1550 extra on
the 3 Series and £1750 on the XE) and the Jag’s emissions jump to 106g/km, whereas BMW’s remain at 109g/km, levelling the playing field.
If you’re buying privately the 3 Series has the edge.It's cheaper to start with, and while BMW dealers are willing to cough up discounts of more than £2200, the XE will be available with much smaller savings for at least for the first few months. It counters with slower depreciation but it’ll still work out slightly more expensive to own than the BMW – assuming you buy now and sell after three years.
Real-world fuel economy is one reason for this; the Jag averaged 3.5mpg fewer than its German rival in our tests. However, our test XE was an early-build car that didn’t have a functioning engine stop-start system, so you can probably expect slightly more than the 50.7mpg we managed.
You’ll need to spend several hundred pounds if you want your 3 Series to be as well-equipped as the XE. Both cars come with leather seats, sat-nav, cruise control, heated seats, rear parking sensors, automatic lights and wipers, and cruise and climate controls. The XE adds bigger alloy wheels and automatic emergency braking.
Our verdict
Jag’s new XE just edges the 3 Series. It’s even more fun to drive than its German rival, better equipped and cheaper to run as a company car, so unlike Jaguars of old it makes as much sense to the head as it does the heart. That said, its victory could well be short-lived because an updated 3 Series goes on sale later this year with CO2 emissions that match the XE’s. Until then, though, the XE is one of the very best executive saloons.
1st - Jaguar XE 2.0d 163 Prestige
For Brilliant handling; comfortable ride; lots of kit; low CO2 output
Against Cramped rear; so-so performance; small fuel tank
Verdict Finally, a Jaguar you can buy with your head
2nd - BMW 320d ED Business Edition
For Supple ride; more spacious; brilliant infotainment
Against Noisy engine; higher BIK; no automatic braking
Verdict Still a fine car, but we'd wait for the face-lift
- See more at: http://www.whatcar.com/car-news/jaguar/xe/jaguar-xe-vs-bmw-3-series/1331221#sthash.xCxL7I02.dpuf
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Jaguar XE goes into production
Will become the first Jag to be built in Solihull
The 2015 Jaguar XE has gone into production at the company's Solihull plant in the United Kingdom.
Set to become the first Jaguar ever built in the factory, the XE marks the company's return to the entry-level luxury segment. While it will face strong competition from German rivals, the XE rides an aluminum-intensive platform and familiar Jaguar styling cues.
Under the hood, a variety of engines will be available including:
Source: Jaguar
Will become the first Jag to be built in Solihull
The 2015 Jaguar XE has gone into production at the company's Solihull plant in the United Kingdom.
Set to become the first Jaguar ever built in the factory, the XE marks the company's return to the entry-level luxury segment. While it will face strong competition from German rivals, the XE rides an aluminum-intensive platform and familiar Jaguar styling cues.
Under the hood, a variety of engines will be available including:
- A 2.0-liter Ingenium four-cylinder diesel engine with outputs of 163 PS (119 kW) and 380 Nm (280 lb-ft) of torque as well as 180 PS (132 kW) and 430 Nm (317 lb-ft) of torque
- A turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder petrol with outputs of 200 PS (147 kW) and 280 Nm (206 lb-ft) of torque as well as 240 PS (176 kW) and 340 Nm (250 lb-ft) of torque
- A supercharged 3.0-liter V6 engine with 340 PS (250 kW) and 450 Nm (331 lb-ft) of torque
Source: Jaguar
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I think the only big weak spot is the interior. I am growing to quite like the exterior despite being exceptionally derivative of the XF.
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Yesterday I saw what I thought was the new XE. It was red and was driving slowly in the opposite direction but when it got very close I realized that it was the new Mondeo. Not to be a troll but those two look frighteningly similar from the front.
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^ Not even close.
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As Djordje said, not even close, the new Mondeo looks just like the previous Mondeo, the XE looks like the current XF. I saw one in Frankfurt Terminal B last Friday, it's a fantastic looking car, low, wide, very comfortable, it's interior which most have poked fingers at is easily as nice as the F30, possible better, not up to the W205 in style but as good when it comes to the touch and feel aspect, I thought it well laid out, good quality, decent feel to the plastics, nice clear instruments.
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