Used car review: Jaguar XE

The Jaguar XE was launched in 2015 as a rival to the BMW 3 Series, Mercedes C-Class and Audi A4. It impressed immediately with its smart styling and superb ride and handling, but how does it fare as a used purchase? In this CarGurus used car review Chris Knapman answers that very question, weighing up practicality, running costs and any common problems to see if the XE should be on your shopping list.

Written review:

Pros
Brilliant handling
Sleek and sporting looks
Excellent eight-speed automatic gearbox

Cons
Electrical issues blight the Jag's reliability record
Tight rear-seat space
Small boot

The CarGurus verdict
Despite a considerable number of faults with early XEs, most owners appear to be happy with their purchase, according to independent customer satisfaction surveys.

Aside from some gruffness from the turbodiesel engines, the XE is a delight to drive, an appealing blend of the excitingly sporty and the comfortable cruiser. Sure, headroom is tight in the rear and the boot is on the small side, but if such concerns aren’t a priority to you, then the Jaguar makes a refreshing alternative to the usual compact executive saloon suspects from the German manufacturers.

Just remember to check that all the recall work has been done on your car before you hand over your money.

If you want to see how its rivals stack up follow the links.

BMW (F30) 3 Series used car review:

Mercedes-Benz C-Class used car review:

Audi A4 (B9) used car review:

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[ImmersiveGamer]

I have had no issues with mine bought it at 50k miles have put another 20k with service tyres and brake pads. Love the car

[deanburton]

By far the best car I have ever driven wouldn't choose anything else I can't fault it

[peta]

I'm an ex-Brit in South Florida with a used 2018 silver gasoline XE and I love it. 44, 000 miles on it, and it's serviced regularly.

[markyboy]

Interesting, I am interested in the 2l diesel and been told by a Jaguar repair specialist that the engine is garbage, hence that's why I am here looking for evidence to confirm his statement

[NoTaboos]

What is the difference between the original Ford engine and the later Ingenium engine?

[washdrytvbyhotpointlover]

I'm going to have a Vauxhall Vectra VXR on the scene

[CaiSpidox]

When it's time to upgrade my mg3 the jaguar XE is on the list.

[kayahankara]

this is not a used car buying video, correct your title! this is just another review, and not really good one, sorry, misleading title.

[swanblake]

The advice for buying a used JLR product should be, don't.