Jaguar X-Type saloon car review

Well equipped; exclusive and highly desirable at the moment too.

Many components have been proven on the Mondeo (including the basic engine design); S-Type has scored well in recent customer satisfaction surveys.

Refined and easy to drive; with good grip and handling thanks to four-wheel drive; Sports models have too much body roll to feel truly sporting.

Well equipped; exclusive and highly desirable at the moment too.

Acceptable seating for four adults, but can't be classed as a five-seater because of its bulky transmission tunnel; superb ride; comfortable multi-adjustable front seats. Biggest boot of any Jaguar, but this is shallow compared with rivals.

Exceeds all current safety standards. ABS and four-wheel-drive aid active safety.

Thatcham-approved perimeter alarm and immobiliser. Optional 'Tracker' vehicle tracing system.