Jaguar XE: Can It Beat The BMW 3 Series? - XCAR

Jaguar's new XE is set up to go toe to toe with the BMW 3 Series. We find out how it will stand up in the fight.

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[nikb]

It 's a Jaguar XE S.
Now read it backwards.
I'm proud of myself

[christianaugustin]

Always liked Jaguars and all their cars but I never considered owning one until now. If I could afford it, I'd definitely get the Jag over the BMW.

[borjelundvall]

I rented a car at Hertz, Stockholm-Arlanda airport, over the weekend for abt.
83 GBP. They had reserved a Volvo for me. But I had spotted a XE V6 S on
the parking and asked if I could have that one instead - and that was
ok, for abt. 30 GBP surcharge. Would you believe it? Ok, the
catch is I am a Gold Customer with 40+ rents per year - so I guess I am
entitled to some treats now and then... :)

That was the most staggering car I've ever driven - what a joy. No rest that weekend - rather out on the roads clocking up miles in this amazing car with a smile on my lips. I'll let my BMW 5er go next time - it'll be the XE. Congrats to Jag!

[killa]

Just give us the manual gearbox option and I will happily let go of my BMWs. The F-type is already available with a manual, so should this XE. Jaguar is THE brand right now !

[davidmitchell]

OMG if they put a V8 in it, I'M SOLD!!

Jaguar is the cool guy now wow! TATA an Indian company i didn't expect a lot from 'em but now i have respect.

[BLAZERspwn]

i love these new jaguars and Land Rovers. JLR finally got their shit together and the result is truly amazing! Hoping to buy one in the near future.

[jonnyspeed]

I am in love... On looks and sound alone the XE thrashes the competition. Can't wait for it to come to the US. In a couple years I'll have a Manual XE-S in BRG thank you. Some day I will own an F-Type as a weekend car, but until then I will "make do" with an XE. Thank you Jaguar.

[ottodob]

am i the only one who thinks the 3 series gets waaaay too much praise? yes its the sportiest compact executive sedan, but not everyone wants such an aggressive set up. in lower trims, its not super quick either and the ride is not stellar. I like the new c class the best out of the group. the only way to "dethrone" the 3 series is to stop pretending like it the best fricking car in the world. dont get me wrong, they are great cars and fun to drive, but its not the leader in anything besides handling.

[devisbetrisey]

It sounds glorious! It's really good looking too, in my opinion.

[loper]

I have never cared about the Jaguar but the last few years I am starting to fall in love with them. It started with XJ, XF then F-type and XE, the new XF and I am sure this is only the beginning. I cannot describe how bad I want the XE. Right this one V6 in red with black leather interior and panoramatic roof. The same story with Land rover. Congratulations Brits :)

[alf]

Looks better, sounds better, there aren't 2 of these on every street. I'd get this over the 3 series/C-Class any day.

[cvzn]

The C-Class won World Car of the Year. Pretty sure that's the segment king rather than the 3 series.

[DarkOmenX]

My wife and me have decided, we go for a JAG XE Prestige , although I (we) never really looked at JAG as a potential buy, with XE that all changed, my wife immediately fell in love with it I needed a little more time, the budget we are planing to spend for a new car fits almost in, so we decided not to rush AUDI, MERCEDES, VW where all in plan but once I had the chance to get close and personal with the JAG XE Prestige, I told to my wife ..IF you want, that's it! we dont have to look any further ...she agreed and decision is made .

[Auto.Anorak]

Hello Alex, I met you today in Portrush at the Delorean meet, thanks for being so nice to me and having a good conversation.  Keep up the good work! :)

[aljack]

One can make little reference to the X type. The X type and S type was a period of asset stripping and under investment by three then owners Ford. Most parts were from the parts bin. The XE is designed from scratch from the wheels up, the chassis, the suspension and new engine.

[mrkruger]

I wouldn't be surprised if this car turns out to be the best in its class!

[holzvvrm]

I simply enjoy having this car in my rearview mirror. It's got such a beautiful front. Had one follow me for like 100km on my last Sweden holiday on one of these insanely boring swedish highways and just loved looking back :D

[KillerJay]

Xcar videos never disappoint. great job you guys.

[jonmann]

Cracking vid gents. Jaguar really on a roll now. So good to see them on top form. Can't wait for the R version. Also if they really want to hurt audi mercedesdenz bmw sales get a coupe and drop top out. Keep up the good work.

[Riiiisc]

The problem with the XE is the level of cosmetic changes you can do when selecting a smaller engine. You can get an M-Sport BMW 3-Series with a flashy estoril blue paint job and still be rolling with a 316d engine...you can't do this with the XE.

If you select a small engine with the XE, the car looks BORING! Because you can't have a nice body kit and other cool design options. I don't think the Germans need to fear anything...