Jaguar X-Type first generation

Jaguar X-Type first generation
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The Jaguar X-Type first generation (2001–2010): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 48 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada.

Model codes: X400

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationEuropeNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,670–4,720 mm RDW–4,672–4,716 mm
Width1,790 mm RDW–1,788 mm
Height1,430 mm RDW–1,392–1,483 mm
Wheelbase2,710 mm RDW–2,710 mm
Front track1,522 mm ASTRA––
Rear track1,537 mm ASTRA––
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,332–1,515 kg RDW–1,465–1,570 kg
Mass in running order1,432–1,615 kg RDW––
Gross vehicle weight1,950–2,160 kg RDW––
Towing, braked trailer1,500 kg RDW––
Towing, unbraked trailer716–750 kg RDW––
Seats and space
Seats5 RDW––
Doors4 RDW––
Boot space––452 L
Luggage space (EPA)–453–680 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)–2,549 L EPA–
Fuel tank––61 L
Performance
Top speed207–227 km/h RDW–210–235 km/h
0–100 km/h––7.0–9.4 s
Torque196–360 Nm ASTRA–196–360 Nm

Tyre sizes (most common first): 225/45R17, 205/55R16, 225/40R18, 205/50R17

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia (en, de, fr, pl), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data, Traficom type approvals (Finland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age

Age at testPass rateUK averageTests
13 years and older64.3% (63.9–64.6)69.2%80,187

What the MOT finds

AreaThis modelUK average, same ages
Suspension50.4%41.6%
Brakes41.3%36.4%
Tyres33.0%31.2%
Noise, emissions and leaks22.5%17.1%
Lights and electrics21.1%28.8%
Body, chassis and structure17.2%18.6%

First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

315 complaints for model years 2001–2007. 43 crashes · 5 fires · 26 injuries · 1 death

  • Transmission and drivetrain 71
  • Tyres 30
  • Engine 25
  • Airbags 24
  • Speed control 21

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 48 versions of the Jaguar X-Type first generation

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European Union 4 versions

New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.

Years and versionEngineFuelCO₂EU registrations
20102.2 LDiesel177 g/km1,014
20102.0 LDiesel150 g/km224
20103.0 LPetrol252 g/km18
20102.5 LPetrol243 g/km12

United Kingdom 29 versions

New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2006–20102.0 Diesel Saloon · 2.0L Diesel Saloon2.0 LDiesel5-speed manual5.6 L/100 km NEDC149 g/km
2006–20102.0 Diesel Estate · 2.0L Diesel Estate2.0 LDiesel5-speed manual5.8 L/100 km NEDC154 g/km
2006–20102.2 Diesel Saloon · 2.2L Diesel Saloon2.2 LDiesel6-speed manual6.0 L/100 km NEDC159 g/km
2006–20102.2 Diesel Saloon (DPF) · 2.2L Diesel Saloon (DPF)2.2 LDiesel6-speed manual6.0 L/100 km NEDC159 g/km
2006–20102.2 Diesel Estate · 2.2L Diesel Estate2.2 LDiesel6-speed manual6.2 L/100 km NEDC164 g/km
2006–20102.2 Diesel Estate (DPF) · 2.2L Diesel Estate (DPF)2.2 LDiesel6-speed manual6.2 L/100 km NEDC164 g/km
2009–20102.2L Diesel Saloon (DPF) · 2.2L Diesel Estate (DPF)2.2 LDiesel6-speed automatic6.9 L/100 km NEDC184 g/km
2006–20102.5 Saloon · 2.5L Saloon2.5 LPetrol5-speed automatic10.3 L/100 km NEDC244 g/km
2006–20102.5 Saloon · 2.5L Saloon2.5 LPetrol5-speed manual9.6 L/100 km NEDC234 g/km
2006–20102.5 Estate · 2.5L Estate2.5 LPetrol5-speed manual9.7 L/100 km NEDC239 g/km
2006–20102.5 Estate · 2.5L Estate2.5 LPetrol5-speed automatic10.4 L/100 km NEDC249 g/km
2006–20103.0 Saloon · 3.0L Saloon3.0 LPetrol5-speed automatic10.5 L/100 km NEDC249 g/km
2006–20103.0 Saloon · 3.0L Saloon3.0 LPetrol5-speed manual10.3 L/100 km NEDC244 g/km
2006–20103.0 Estate · 3.0L Estate3.0 LPetrol5-speed manual10.4 L/100 km NEDC249 g/km
2006–20103.0 Estate · 3.0L Estate3.0 LPetrol5-speed automatic10.6 L/100 km NEDC254 g/km
20042.0 Diesel Saloon2.0 LDiesel5-speed manual5.6 L/100 km NEDC149 g/km
20042.0 Diesel Estate2.0 LDiesel5-speed manual5.8 L/100 km NEDC154 g/km
2002–20042.0 · 2.0 Saloon2.1 LPetrol5-speed automatic10.0 L/100 km NEDC239 g/km
2002–20042.0 · 2.0 Saloon2.1 LPetrol5-speed manual9.2 L/100 km NEDC219 g/km
20042.0 Estate2.1 LPetrol5-speed automatic10.1 L/100 km NEDC244 g/km
20042.0 Estate2.1 LPetrol5-speed manual9.3 L/100 km NEDC224 g/km
2001–20042.5 · 2.5 Saloon2.5 LPetrol5-speed automatic10.3 L/100 km NEDC244 g/km
2001–20042.5 · 2.5 Saloon2.5 LPetrol5-speed manual9.6 L/100 km NEDC234 g/km
20042.5 Estate2.5 LPetrol5-speed manual9.7 L/100 km NEDC239 g/km
20042.5 Estate2.5 LPetrol5-speed automatic10.4 L/100 km NEDC249 g/km
2001–20043.0 · 3.0 Saloon3.0 LPetrol5-speed automatic10.5 L/100 km NEDC249 g/km
2001–20043.0 · 3.0 Saloon3.0 LPetrol5-speed manual10.3 L/100 km NEDC244 g/km
20043.0 Estate3.0 LPetrol5-speed manual10.4 L/100 km NEDC249 g/km
20043.0 Estate3.0 LPetrol5-speed automatic10.6 L/100 km NEDC254 g/km

United States 6 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2002–2008EMS 2MODE CLKUP3.0 LPetrol5-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive17–19 MPG (12.4–13.8 L/100 km) EPA291–325 g/km
2005–2006EMS3.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km
2002–2005EMS 2MODE CLKUP2.5 LPetrol5-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km
2005EMS2.5 LPetrol5-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
2002–20032.5 LPetrol5-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
2002–20033.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km

Canada 9 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2002–2008Subcompact3.0 LPetrol5-speed automatic11.5–12.9 L/100 km 5-cycle265–297 g/km
2005–2008Station wagon: Small3.0 LPetrol5-speed automatic11.5–12.9 L/100 km 5-cycle265–297 g/km
2002–2006Subcompact3.0 LPetrol5-speed manual11.0–12.1 L/100 km 5-cycle253–278 g/km
2006Station wagon: Small3.0 LPetrol6-speed manual11.2 L/100 km 5-cycle258 g/km
2002–2005Subcompact2.5 LPetrol5-speed automatic12.1 L/100 km 5-cycle278 g/km
2002–2005Subcompact2.5 LPetrol5-speed manual11.7 L/100 km 5-cycle269 g/km
2005Station wagon: Small2.5 LPetrol5-speed automatic12.1 L/100 km 5-cycle278 g/km
2005Station wagon: Small2.5 LPetrol5-speed manual11.8 L/100 km 5-cycle271 g/km
2005Station wagon: Small3.0 LPetrol5-speed manual12.2 L/100 km 5-cycle281 g/km

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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.