Jaguar XE Review 2024
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Jaguar XE At A Glance
Superb ride comfort and fuel economy. Eight-speed automatic is excellent. Interior is much improved from 2019.
Not a lot of room in the back. Boot is smaller than its rivals. No estate version.
Insurance Groups are between 22–35
On average it achieves 94% of the official MPG figure
The Jaguar XE is everything a car from the British brand should be, just in a more compact package than its Jaguar XF big sister. It looks smart yet discreet, drives very well and has a superbly controlled ride on bumpy roads. The smart cabin comes with all the kit you could want from this class, although the rear seats and boot are less spacious than those in its key German rivals. Read on for our full Jaguar XE review.
With attractive styling, a satisfying drive and – from 2019 – a much-improved interior, the Jaguar XE is a strong competitor to the likes of the Mercedes C-Class, highly polished Audi A4 and great-handling BMW 3 Series. It also gives potential Volvo S60 buyers pause for thought.
The Jaguar XE takes a lot of its styling cues from the Jaguar XF, using the same aluminium construction techniques to rival its German counterparts for weight and rigidity. As a result the Jaguar XE is extremely good to drive. The suspension also impresses, striking a good balance between comfort and engagement when it comes to tackling challenging corners.
Power comes from a range of four-cylinder all-aluminium petrol and diesel engines, with the headliner being the 2.0-litre Ingenium diesel, which returns an official 58.1mpg.
While initially available with a six-speed manual gearbox, an excellent eight-speed automatic gearbox is now standard across the range. Rear and all-wheel-drive variants are available, although four-wheel drive is reserved for the most powerful petrol model.
The cabin is comfortable and well-equipped, with cruise control, navigation and a smart rising rotary controller – for automatics – included as standard on early models. Every Jaguar XE now uses an automatic transmission.
However, there are a few areas that initially disappointed on quality and some of the plastics felt below par. The layout of the dashboard and conservative styling also lacks the innovation of Audi and BMW equivalents, which makes the Jaguar XE feel a little dull inside.
Things were improved for 2019, when Jaguar’s Touch Pro Duo infotainment system – as seen on the Jaguar i-Pace – was offered for the first time. This uses a pair of touchscreen displays in the centre of the dash, providing access to navigation and Apple CarPlay, as well as climate control settings. It’s slick to use and does a really good job of modernising the interior.
Unfortunately, the Jaguar XE doesn’t match its rivals for practicality. Its sloping roof and limited rear legroom make it a tight fit for large adults in the back, while its 455-litre boot isn’t as big as those on German rivals. The narrow opening can make loading large items tricky, too, and there isn’t an estate model available.
The Jaguar XE is still an impressive car, though, particularly following its 2019 updates. It’s great to drive (although the BMW 3 Series is better), and the interior feels tech-packed and up-to-date (if not as plush as the Mercedes C-Class).
Looking for a second opinion? Read heycar’s Jaguar XE review.
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Jaguar XE handling and engines
- Engines range from P250 to 3.0i 380 S Automatic
- Readers report Real MPG to be between 23–68 mpg
Jaguar XE 2024: Handling and ride quality
The Jaguar XE is good to drive, with finely weighted steering and impressive body control. This means it can be pushed quite hard through a series of tight corners, with its excellent balance and grip levels making it genuinely engaging at speed.
It’s not quite as fun to drive as a BMW 3 Series, but the Jaguar XE is also an impressive motorway cruiser and will quietly cover huge distances with the company’s usual serenity, thanks to its low levels of road and wind noise.
Ride quality is very good, with lots of suppression against potholes or coarse road surfaces.
Jaguar XE 2024: Engines
The engine line-up has been pared back in the Jaguar XE to give buyers a choice of three motors. It kicks off with the one most buyers will choose, the D200, as this is a car aimed at fleet and business users.
The 2.0-litre turbodiesel engine gives 204PS and feels muscular enough on the road, offering 0-62mph in 7.4 seconds. Like all Jaguar XEs, it’s coupled to a smooth-shifting eight-speed automatic gearbox as standard.
The P250 turbo petrol is a four-cylinder 2.0-litre motor with 250PS, as the name suggests. It feels more than quick enough for most needs as it can deal with 0-62mph in 6.7 seconds, while also being refined at a cruise.
If you must have more power in your Jaguar XE, the P300 petrol is an uprated version of the P250’s motor. It offers 300PS and comes with all-wheel drive as standard.
This added traction contributes to a 0-62mph time of 5.9 seconds to make it feel genuinely sporty.
Jaguar XE 2024: Safety
When it was launched in 2015, the Jaguar XE scored a full five-star rating in Euro NCAP crash tests. This score has now expired as the Jaguar XE hasn’t been tested since and the testing methods have been updated.
However, it comes with all of the safety systems you’d expect of a car in this class such as multiple airbags, ESC traction control, lane keep assist, Isofix child seat mounts and automatic emergency braking.
All Jaguar XEs also come with a reversing camera, all-round parking sensors, adaptive speed limiter, traffic sign recognition tech and a driver fatigue alert. Higher spec models also gain the Driver Assist Pack as standard, which includes blind spot assist, rear traffic monitor and rear collision monitor.
Jaguar XE 2024: Towing
Whichever Jaguar XE model you choose, they all come with a maximum towing limit of 750kg for an unbraked trailer. Hitch up with a braked trailer, and you have a maximum towing weight of up to 1800kg.
| Engine | MPG | 0-62 | CO2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0d 163 | 60 mpg | 8.4 s | 99 g/km |
| 2.0d 163 Automatic | 55 mpg | 8.2 s | 106 g/km |
| 2.0d 180 | 55–58 mpg | 7.8–8.3 s | 109–129 g/km |
| 2.0d 180 Automatic | 53–54 mpg | 7.8–8.1 s | 109–141 g/km |
| 2.0d 180 Automatic 4WD | 50–51 mpg | 6.5–8.4 s | 123–153 g/km |
| 2.0d 240 Automatic 4WD | 48–50 mpg | 6.1–6.5 s | 137–153 g/km |
| 2.0d 240 Automatic AWD | 48 mpg | 6.1 s | 137 g/km |
| 2.0i 200 Automatic | 38–45 mpg | 7.1–7.6 s | 144–179 g/km |
| 2.0i 240 Automatic | 38 mpg | 6.5 s | 179 g/km |
| 2.0i 250 Automatic | 39–40 mpg | 6.3–6.7 s | 144–167 g/km |
| 2.0i 250 Automatic 4WD | 42 mpg | 6.2 s | 154 g/km |
| 2.0i 300 Automatic 4WD | 37–38 mpg | 5.5–5.9 s | 157–173 g/km |
| 3.0i 340 S Automatic | 35 mpg | 4.9 s | 194 g/km |
| 3.0i 380 S Automatic | 35 mpg | 5.0 s | 194 g/km |
| D200 | - | 7.3 s | 127–137 g/km |
| P250 | - | 6.7 s | 160–187 g/km |
| P300 | - | 5.9 s | 211 g/km |
Real MPG average for the Jaguar XE
Real MPG was created following thousands of readers telling us that their cars could not match the official figures.
Real MPG gives real world data from drivers like you to show how much fuel a vehicle really uses.
Average performance
94%
Real MPG
23–68 mpg
MPGs submitted
439
Jaguar XE interior
- Boot space is 356–455 litres
- Euro NCAP rating of five stars
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Length | 4672–4678 mm |
| Width | 2075 mm |
| Height | 1410–1425 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2835 mm |
Jaguar XE 2024: Practicality
The interior reflects Jaguar’s sports car design ethos, in the sense that the cabin cossets its occupants in very much the same manner as the Jaguar F-Type, with a snug fit that provides lots of comfort, but not a lot of room to spare.
The Jaguar XE is effectively a four-seater, due to the fact that the middle rear seat has very little legroom. That’s down to the raised floor and centre console, which extends into the rear. Head and legroom in the back is also at a premium, with the sloping roof making it a tight fit for large adults.
The cabin is comfortable and the large seats provide lots of support across the shoulders and lower back, making them good for long trips.
The driving position is excellent, with a clear view of the road and lots of adjustments for the front seats and steering wheel. The digital instrument cluster – new from 2019 – is also easy to understand, and the straightforward steering-wheel mounted controls make it simple to access the infotainment and navigation while on the move.
The Jaguar XE gets a 455-litre boot, which is the smallest in the class, with both the BMW 3 Series and Mercedes C-Class offering more. The opening is also narrow and awkward for loading large items, although the rear seats do fold down to allow golf clubs to be loaded. Unfortunately, there’s no estate option.
Jaguar XE 2024: Quality and finish
The interior is finished to a generally high standard, although some of the plastics at the bottom of the doors and pillars feel a little cheap and unworthy of a Jaguar.
Things improved in 2019, when the car was updated with more upmarket materials, a new steering wheel and a more conventional automatic gear selector rather than the rotary dial of the pre-facelift car.
Jaguar XE 2024: Infotainment
Jaguar’s Touch Pro Duo infotainment system offers two high-resolution touchscreens – one on top of the other, providing access to everything from navigation to Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, as well as climate control settings.
Having two different screens works well, with everything easy to find without being too distracting like some touchscreen systems.
Our only criticism of the set-up is the landscape top screen is very wide, giving you a good view of the area around you in navigation mode, rather than the road ahead...
Another trick gadget is the ClearSight interior rear view mirror, which made its debut on the Range Rover Evoque and is now available as an option on the Jaguar XE.
This can work as a conventional mirror, or use cameras to display a view of what’s behind – ideal if you’re carrying passengers, for example, or driving at night or in poor conditions.
Jaguar XE value for money
Jaguar XE 2024: Prices
The Jaguar XE range has been simplified to three models, starting with the R-Dynamic S D200 with the 2.0-litre diesel motor.
At the time of writing, it costs from £33,230, while the 2.0-litre turbo petrol P250 version in this trim comes in at £37,600. Both are competitively pitched against key rivals.
The other model in the Jaguar XE line-up is the standalone 300 Sport with the P300 petrol engine, which is an uprated version of the P250 with 300PS. The 300 Sport also comes with all-wheel drive in place of the rear-drive only set-up.
Should you want a used Jaguar XE, expect to pay from around £9000 for an eight-year-old model with average miles. A three-year-old car with 30,000 miles under its wheels will require a spend from around £20,000.
Jaguar XE 2024: Running Costs
The Jaguar XE that will appeal to most buyers, and particularly company drivers, is the D200, which can return up to 58.1mpg according to official WLTP data.
That is some way ahead of the P250 petrol’s 35.2mpg or the P300’s 31.6mpg.
It’s the same story with carbon dioxide emissions, with the diesel recording 127g/km compared to the P250’s 183g/km and the P300’s 204g/km. The diesel is helped by mild hybrid assistance, but there is no plug-in or fully electric version of the Jaguar XE.
Insurance for the Jaguar XE sits in groups 22 to 35, so premiums are not especially hefty for this class of car, while road tax for the diesel comes in at £210 for the first year at the time for writing.
With the petrols, Vehicle Excise Duty rises to a much more punitive £1040 for the P250 and £1565 for the P300 in the first year, before dropping back to £180 in subsequent years.
Jaguar dealers are on a par with their rivals for labour rates and servicing, although you can take the worry out of this with fixed price service deals. The petrol engines need a routine service at 21,000-mile intervals and the diesel at 16,000 miles.
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The D200 version is offered in three trims, starting with the Jaguar XE R-Dynamic S. It comes with automatic headlights and wipers, R-Dynamic exterior styling and 18-inch alloy wheels.
Inside, expect electric windows all-round, electric seat adjustment, climate control and DuoLeather perforated upholstery with sports front seats and leather steering wheel.
The Jaguar XE R-Dynamic SE Black adds to this with 19-inch wheels, heated windscreen and a Meridien Sound System with 12 speakers in place of the S’s six speakers.
Windsor leather upholstery and 16 speakers for the stereo feature on the Jaguar XE R-Dynamic HSE Black model. The P250 is offered only with this trim level.
For the Jaguar XE 300 Sport, there is a standalone trim that comes with 20-inch alloy wheels, DuoLeather upholstery, 21-speaker Meridien sound system and 12-way electric seat adjustment.
As with all XEs, it has the 10-inch Touch Pro Duo infotainment that works with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Length | 4672–4678 mm |
| Width | 2075 mm |
| Height | 1410–1425 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2835 mm |
| Miscellaneous | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight | 1435–1685 kg |
| Boot Space | 356–455 L |
| Warranty | 3 years |
| Servicing | 7500–21000 miles |
| Costs | |
|---|---|
| List Price | £31,165–£41,880 |
| Insurance Groups | 22–35 |
| Road Tax Bands | A–K |
| Official MPG | 34.9–60.1 mpg |
| Euro NCAP Safety Ratings | |
|---|---|
| Adult | - |
| Child | - |
| Pedestrian | - |
| Overall | 5 |
Currently on sale
| Saloon | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| R-Dynamic HSE Black i4 D200 MHEV 48v Sequential Shift Auto Start/Stop 4dr | £37,385 | - | - |
| R-Dynamic HSE Black P250 Sequential Shift Auto Start/Stop 4dr | £36,505 | - | - |
| R-Dynamic S i4 D200 MHEV 48v Sequential Shift Auto Start/Stop 4dr | £31,165 | - | 7.3 s |
| R-Dynamic SE Black i4 D200 MHEV 48v Sequential Shift Auto Start/Stop 4dr | £35,305 | - | - |
| Sport P300 AWD Sequential Shift Auto Start/Stop 4dr | £41,880 | - | 5.9 s |
On sale until April 2023
| Saloon | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| R-Dynamic Black i4 D200 MHEV 48v Sequential Shift Auto Start/Stop 4dr | £32,990 | - | 7.3 s |
| R-Dynamic HSE i4 D200 MHEV 48v Sequential Shift Auto Start/Stop 4dr | £35,705 | - | 7.3 s |
| R-Dynamic SE i4 D200 MHEV 48v Sequential Shift Auto Start/Stop 4dr | £32,815 | - | 7.3 s |
| Saloon 2.0i 300ps R-Dynamic HSE Auto AWD 4dr | - | - | 5.9 s |
On sale until December 2022
| Saloon | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| R-Dynamic Black P250 Sequential Shift Auto Start/Stop 4dr | - | - | 6.7 s |
| Saloon 2.0i 250ps R-Dynamic HSE Auto 4dr | - | - | 6.7 s |
| Saloon 2.0i 250ps R-Dynamic S Auto 4dr | - | - | 6.7 s |
| Saloon 2.0i 250ps R-Dynamic SE Auto 4dr | - | - | 6.7 s |
| Saloon 2.0i 300ps R-Dynamic S Auto AWD 4dr | - | - | 5.9 s |
| Saloon 2.0i 300ps R-Dynamic SE Auto AWD 4dr | - | - | 5.9 s |
On sale until May 2022
| Saloon | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| S i4 D200 MHEV 48v Sequential Shift Auto Start/Stop 4dr | £30,210 | - | 7.3 s |
| Saloon 2.0i 250ps S Auto 4dr | £33,915 | - | 6.5 s |
On sale until December 2020
| Saloon | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| Reims Edition P250 Sequential Shift Auto Start/Stop 4dr | - | - | - |
| Saloon 2.0D 180ps HSE Auto 4dr | £39,215 | - | 8.1 s |
| Saloon 2.0D 180ps HSE Auto AWD 4dr | £41,035 | - | 8.4 s |
| Saloon 2.0D 180ps R-Dynamic HSE Auto 4dr | £41,015 | - | 8.1 s |
| Saloon 2.0D 180ps R-Dynamic HSE Auto AWD 4dr | £42,835 | - | 8.4 s |
| Saloon 2.0D 180ps R-Dynamic S Auto 4dr | £36,145 | - | 8.1 s |
| Saloon 2.0D 180ps R-Dynamic S Auto AWD 4dr | £38,005 | - | 8.4 s |
| Saloon 2.0D 180ps R-Dynamic SE Auto 4dr | £37,615 | - | 8.1 s |
| Saloon 2.0D 180ps R-Dynamic SE Auto AWD 4dr | £39,475 | - | 8.4 s |
| Saloon 2.0D 180ps S Auto 4dr | £34,555 | - | 8.1 s |
| Saloon 2.0D 180ps S Auto AWD 4dr | £36,415 | - | 8.4 s |
| Saloon 2.0D 180ps SE Auto 4dr | £36,025 | - | 8.1 s |
| Saloon 2.0D 180ps SE Auto AWD 4dr | £37,885 | - | 8.4 s |
| Saloon 2.0i 250ps HSE Auto 4dr | £38,535 | - | 6.5 s |
| Saloon 2.0i 250ps SE Auto 4dr | £35,385 | - | 6.5 s |
| Saloon 2.0i 300ps HSE Auto AWD 4dr | - | - | - |
| Saloon 2.0i 300ps S Auto AWD 4dr | - | - | - |
| Saloon 2.0i 300ps SE Auto AWD 4dr | - | - | - |
On sale until June 2019
On sale until July 2017
| Saloon | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| Saloon 2.0i 200ps Prestige Auto 4dr | £29,240 | 37.7 mpg | 7.1 s |
| Saloon 2.0i 200ps R-Sport Auto 4dr | £30,990 | 37.7 mpg | 7.1 s |
| Saloon 2.0i 200ps SE Auto 4dr | £28,240 | 37.7 mpg | 7.1 s |
| Saloon 3.0i V6 340ps Supercharged S Auto 4dr | £44,995 | 34.9 mpg | 4.9 s |
On sale until June 2017
| Saloon | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| Saloon 2.0i 240ps Portfolio Auto 4dr | £33,740 | 37.7 mpg | 6.5 s |
| Saloon 2.0i 240ps R-Sport Auto 4dr | £33,090 | 37.7 mpg | 6.5 s |
Model History
- March 2014: Jaguar XE announced
- July 2014: Jaguar XE prices revealed
- November 2015: Option of 4WD announced
- February 2017: New four cylinder engine range announced for Jaguar XE
- June 2017: New 300PS 2.0-litre petrol added
- June 2017: XE SV Project 8 revealed
- January 2019: XE Black Edition announced
- February 2019: Jaguar XE facelift revealed
- October 2020: Jaguar XE updated with mild-hybrid engine and Pivo Pro infotainment
- April 2022: Jaguar XE updated with new 300 Sport trim as well as Alexa and what3words integration
March 2014
Jaguar XE announced
Jaguar confirmed that it will bring an all-new mid size sports sedan to production, the Jaguar XE.
The XE is the first product from the new advanced aluminium architecture which was showcased in the C-X17 concept car in 2013. Its global rollout begins in 2015, and it will be the first aluminium monocoque vehicle in the segment, bringing the benefits of: lightness and stiffness for unbeatable handling, performance, refinement and efficiency. The new engine and aluminium chassis complement each other perfectly. The car sits on a 2,835mm wheelbase. The lightest XE weigns 1,474kg.
Utilising the JLR 'Ingenium' 4-cylinder 2.0 litre engines, with an advanced design configured to suit in-line and transverse installations for rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive configurations.
July 2014
Jaguar XE prices revealed
Ingenium four-cylinder petrol and diesel engines shown to be chain cam. The Jaguar XE is also the most economical Jaguar saloon ever built, with diesel models on course to return 74.6 mpg and below 100g/km of CO2. The base Ingenium diesel engine develops 163PS with 380Nm torque.
The XE is the first car in the world to make use of a new grade of high strength aluminium - called RC 5754 - which has been developed specifically for the XE. The XJ, XK and F-Type have all been developed using exceptionally stiff bonded and riveted aluminium structures, but the XE will take this aerospace-inspired technology to the next level with low weight and high levels of torsional stiffness.
Jaguar XE launch prices:
JAGUAR XE 2.0i 200PS SE MANUAL £26,990
JAGUAR XE 2.0i 200PS PRESTIGE AUTO £27,990
JAGUAR XE 2.0i 200PS R-SPORT AUTO £29,740
JAGUAR XE 2.0i 240PS R-SPORT AUTO £33,090
JAGUAR XE 2.0i 240PS PORTFOLIO AUTO £33,740
JAGUAR XE 3.0i S/C 340PS S £44,865
JAGUAR XE 2.0D 163PS SE MANUAL £29,775
JAGUAR XE 2.0D 163PS PRESTIGE MANUAL £30,775
JAGUAR XE 2.0D 163PS R-SPORT MANUAL £32,325
JAGUAR XE 2.0D 163PS PORTFOLIO MANUAL £32,975
JAGUAR XE 2.0D 163PS SE AUTO £31,525
JAGUAR XE 2.0D 163PS PRESTIGE AUTO £32,525
JAGUAR XE 2.0D 163PS R-SPORT AUTO £34,075
JAGUAR XE 2.0D 163PS PORTFOLIO AUTO £34,725
JAGUAR XE 2.0D 180PS SE MANUAL £30,275
JAGUAR XE 2.0D 180PS PRESTIGE MANUAL £31,275
JAGUAR XE 2.0D 180PS R-SPORT MANUAL £33,025
JAGUAR XE 2.0D 180PS PORTFOLIO MANUAL £33,675
JAGUAR XE 2.0D 180PS SE AUTO £32,025
JAGUAR XE 2.0D 180PS PRESTIGE AUTO £33,025
JAGUAR XE 2.0D 180PS R-SPORT AUTO £34,775
JAGUAR XE 2.0D 180PS PORTFOLIO AUTO £35,425
November 2015
Option of 4WD announced
Together with a general revamp of the model. Base price of 2.0 litre 200PS petrol turbo SE manual remains £26,990.
Like the XF, 4WD XE will have Jaguar's Adaptive Surface Response system that continuously monitors vehicle data and adjusts the throttle, transmission and stability control systems to suit the conditions.
General range improvements include an adaptive speed limiter as on the Ford S-Max, that can automatically increase or decrease the speed of the car to match speed limits, plus lane-keeping assistance.
Optional larger 10.2" InControl Touch Pro infotainment screen. A new dead-reckoning system, which uses the car's heading and location information to determine navigation data, even if the GPS signal has been lost.
February 2017
New four cylinder engine range announced for Jaguar XE
Comprises 2.0 litre Ingenium petrol engines with outputs of 200HP and 250HP and a new 2.0 litre twin turbo Ingenium diesel with an output of 240HP and 500Nm torque. XE S gets 40PS power hike with 380PS V6 petrol engine.
Other improvements for 2018 model year include Jaguar’s Configurable Dynamics technology now available as standalone feature on XE and XF, allows drivers to personalise the gear shift, throttle and steering settings.
Intelligent safety features including Forward Traffic Detection and Forward Vehicle Guidance join extensive Advanced Driver Assistance Systems have also beed added while Gesture Boot Lid is available for the first time. There's also a virtual 12.3-inch TFT instrument cluster with full-screen 3D navigation.
June 2017
New 300PS 2.0-litre petrol added
The 2.0-litre four-cylinder Ingenium petrol engine produces 300PS and 400Nm of torque which gives the XE a 0-62mph time of 5.5 seconds with official fuel economy of 40mpg.
June 2017
XE SV Project 8 revealed
Just 300 models will be built of what is Jaguar's most powerful ever road car.
Project 8 exclusively features the most highly tuned version of Jaguar Land Rover’s 5.0-litre Supercharged V8 petrol powertrain. The 600PS power unit, which has a Titanium Variable Active Exhaust, is complemented by Jaguar’s All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system and motorsport-derived aerodynamics to deliver a 200mph top speed and 0-60mph in 3.3 seconds, making Project 8 the fastest accelerating Jaguar yet.
January 2019
XE Black Edition announced
Black Editions are available across five Jaguar models: XE, XF, XF Sportbrake, E-Pace, F-Type and F-Pace. All Black Edition cars come fitted as standard with black alloy wheels, Black Pack, Privacy Glass and metallic paint – in a choice of colours – as standard.
February 2019
Jaguar XE facelift revealed
An updated exterior design gives the XE a more purposeful and assertive stance, with contemporary design cues inspired by the F-Type.
New all-LED headlights with a striking ‘J’ blade daytime running light signature create a more purposeful look. The rear of the car also features a new bumper design and slender all-LED tail-lights with updated signature graphics which accentuate the visual width of the car, giving the XE a more planted appearance.
R-Dynamic models include additional exterior design elements including aircraft winglet-inspired sculpted surfaces, dark mesh detailing to the rear valance and alternative wheel styles. On the interior, the sporting influences continue with sports-style seats with contrast stitching, Satin Chrome gearshift paddles and R-Dynamic treadplates.
The interior features extensive use of soft-touch materials, premium veneers and all-new door trims that improve usability and practicality, says Jaguar. The XE’s luxurious and technology-packed interior delivers more comfort, quality and connectivity for all occupants. Every aspect of the cabin has been enhanced for increased convenience, improved stowage and better passenger comfort.
The influence of Jaguar’s flagship two-seater sportscar is also evident as both the SportShift gear selector and JaguarDrive Control switch shared with the F-TYPE are on the revised centre console.
A new steering wheel, shared with the all-electric I-PACE, features hidden-until-lit graphics and tactile switches for intuitive control of key functions.
The new XE is also the smartest and most connected yet. Jaguar’s Touch Pro Duo infotainment system, shared with I-PACE, is also available for the first time, delivering instinctive control through a pair of seamlessly integrated high-resolution touchscreens. Wireless device charging and clever Smart Settings technology also make their first appearance in the XE.
The first-in-segment ClearSight interior rear view mirror improves safety and convenience by ensuring the driver has an unobstructed view of the road behind. Using a wide angle rear-facing camera, the system feeds images to a high-definition screen within the frameless rear view mirror; unhindered by tall rear passengers, poor light or rain on the rear screen.
Jaguar XE’s lightweight aluminium intensive body structure continues to play a major role in the car’s agile handling, exceptional safety and efficiency. Aluminium makes up 75 per cent of the body and combines with proven rear and all-wheel drive systems, double wishbone front and integral link rear suspension, plus some of Jaguar’s most advanced engines, for dynamic handling and performance.
Standard on all XE models, Dynamic mode amplifies the car’s sporting character, with faster gear shifts, sharper throttle response and increased steering weighting. Drivers are able to shape the driving experience with greater ease thanks to the optional Configurable Dynamics system. This feature allows drivers to set up the vehicle to their personal preference by choosing Comfort or Dynamic settings for the engine, gearbox and steering through the central touchscreen. Where specified, Adaptive Dynamics constantly adjusts the dampers to provide the optimum balance between comfort and refinement at all times and in all driving situations.
The updated XE features an automatic transmission as standard and is available in rear and all-wheel drive variants. Jaguar’s advanced torque on-demand all-wheel drive (AWD) system and Intelligent Driveline Dynamics technology maintain the XE’s rear-wheel drive handling feel and agility while improving performance, traction and driver confidence in all weather conditions. The 300PS petrol engine, equipped with all-wheel drive, accelerates from 0-62 mph in 5.7 seconds.
The new XE is available with a choice of clean and efficient Ingenium petrol and diesel engines. The 2.0-litre Ingenium petrol is available with 250PS and 300PS outputs, badged P250 and P300 respectively, while the efficient 180PS Ingenium diesel, badged D180, delivers 430Nm of torque and fuel consumption of up to 57.6mpg.
XE’s entry-level specification now features an automatic transmission, 18-inch wheels, electric leather seats, all-LED headlights and tail-lights with updated signature graphics, front and rear park aid, rear camera and lane keep assist. Customers can select from S, SE and HSE trim levels, with each also available in sporty R-Dynamic guise. A range of option packs provide even greater personalisation:
- Dynamic Handling Pack: Configurable Dynamics, Adaptive Dynamics, Performance Brakes, Coloured Brake Calipers, Bootlid Spoiler
- Cold Climate Pack: Heated Windscreen, Heated Steering Wheel, Headlight Washers
- Business Pack (S models only): Connected Navigation Pro, Online Pack, Traffic Sign Recognition, Adaptive Speed Limiter
- Technology Pack: Head-Up Display, Solar Windscreen, Touch Pro Duo, Interactive Driver Display, Wireless Charging, ClearSight Interior Rear View Mirror
- Convenience Pack: Gesture Bootlid, Keyless Entry, Electric Steering Column Adjustment, Additional Power Sockets
- Premium Interior Upgrade Pack: Illuminated Treadplates, Bright Pedals, Configurable Ambient Lighting
October 2020
Jaguar XE updated with mild-hybrid engine and Pivo Pro infotainment
The Jaguar XE has been updated with mild-hybrid technology for its 2.0-litre diesel engine and a refreshed interior. The updated Jaguar XE is on sale now with prices starting from £29,635.
The biggest change inside is the addition of Jaguar's Pivi Pro media system which consists of a 10-inch central touchscreen display as well as an optional 5.5-inch lower touchscreen (standard on R-Dynamic HSE models).
Also being added to the bigger Jaguar XF, the Pivi Pro originally made its debut on the new Land Rover Defender. It features Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard - allowing you to access your phone's features on the move - and a dedicated power source means it's ready to go the moment you get in the car.
The Jaguar XE also gets a 12.3-inch Interactive Driver Display behind the steering wheel. The brand says this has been improved with enhanced graphics and a configurable layout which can show full screen navigation mapping with turn-by-turn instructions, digital dials, media, contact list or infotainment details.
Further updates inside include a new steering wheel and an embossed Jaguar leaper on the headrests.
As well as the updated mild-hybrid 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine (with 204PS), the revised Jaguar XE is also offered with 250PS and 300PS petrol units. All models are sold with Jaguar's eight-speed automatic gearbox.
The mild-hybrid model uses a belt-integrated starter generator located in the engine bay to harvest energy usually lost during slowing down and braking, which is then stored in a 48V lithium-ion battery located beneath the rear loadspace. It is able to redeploy the stored energy to assist the engine when accelerating away while also delivering a more refined and responsive stop/start system.
The new engine powers the XE from 0-60mph in 6.9 seconds and is capable of up to 58.5mpg with CO2 emissions as low as 127g/km on the WLTP test cycle.
In order to streamline the ordering process, Jaguar has cut the XE line-up from 24 to 13 derivatives. A new R-Dynamic Black pack has been added, with features including 19-inch gloss black or 20-inch satin grey alloy wheels, privacy glass and black exterior highlights.
Prices for the updated Jaguar XE start from £29,635 for a P250 S model, rising to £40,140 for a top-spec P300 R-Dynamic HSE. Orders are now open with deliveries expected from early 2021.
April 2022
Jaguar XE updated with new 300 Sport trim as well as Alexa and what3words integration
The Jaguar XE is now available in 300 Sport guise – while Alexa voice control and what3words integration is now provided across the range.
Offered exclusively with smooth, refined Ingenium four-cylinder petrol engine and all-wheel drive with Intelligent Driveline Dynamics, the 300 Sport models are distinguished by their Black Pack, Gloss Black contrast roof and privacy glass.
Customers can also specify a sliding panoramic roof on the XE 300 Sport saloon.
The XE 300 Sport features 20-inch ‘Style 1014’ wheels in Dark Satin Grey with a diamond-turned finish.
It can be specified in the full range of solid and metallic colours, including a choice of two premium metallic paints – Carpathian Grey and Silicon Silver. Highlights of the XE 300 Sport's interior include Monogram Aluminium veneers, tactile metal gearshift paddles and bright metal pedals.
As well as luxury and refinement the new 300 SPORT models deliver the performance and agility drivers expect from a Jaguar. All feature sophisticated double wishbone front- and Integral Link rear suspension systems, enhanced by Adaptive Dynamics: it continuously adjusts damping forces to deliver an optimum balance of comfort and agility. Configurable Dynamics enables customers to tailor steering, suspension and powertrain settings to their individual taste.
The four-cylinder Ingenium petrol engine generates 300PS and 400Nm of torque. Together with all-wheel drive with Intelligent driveline Dynamics, it delivers outstanding performance and traction in all conditions. This advanced powertrain enables the XE 300 Sport to accelerate from 0-62mph in 5.9 seconds. Maximum speed is 155mph.
The XE model range also offers the four-cylinder Ingenium diesel mild hybrid (MHEV) engine, with a choice of rear- or all-wheel drive. This 204PS unit develops 430Nm of torque, with refinement and responsiveness enhanced by the MHEV system. The Belt integrated Starter Generator (BiSG) recuperates energy usually lost during braking or deceleration by storing it in a compact 48-volt lithium-ion battery: this energy is redeployed to assist the engine when accelerating away. It also makes the stop-start function quieter and faster than conventional systems.
This engine is the most economical in the XE and XF model ranges and enables the rear-wheel drive XE to deliver fuel economy of up to 58.9mpg and CO2 emissions from only 127g/km.
Customers can also choose the 250PS four-cylinder Ingenium petrol. Offered exclusively with rear-wheel drive, this refined engine develops maximum torque of 365Nm from 1,300-4,500rpm, delivering strong driveability and performance. With this powertrain the XE can accelerate from 0-62mph in 6.7 seconds.
Ask Alexa
All models in the XE range now come with Amazon Alexa. It brings the familiar Alexa experience into the vehicles and provides natural voice interaction with the Pivi Pro infotainment system’s features including navigation, music, podcasts and audiobooks, calls and compatible smart devices.
Requests such as ‘Alexa, navigate me home’, ‘Alexa, play my chill-out playlist’ and ‘Alexa show me nearby coffee shops’ can all be made by voice. You can also check news, weather, and manage your schedule or shopping list – just by asking. Alexa lives in the cloud and is always getting smarter, with new features and updates continually being added and delivered automatically.
The Alexa voice experience is intuitive to use, making it easy for customers to operate keeping their hands on the wheel and eyes on the road. Alexa even makes it possible to control compatible smart home features such as heating and lighting from the comfort of
XE or XF’s luxurious interiors. Just ask: ‘Alexa, set the living room temperature to 20 degrees’, for example.
Existing owners of XE and XF models with Pivi Pro are among more than 55,000 Jaguar customers to have been offered Alexa in a software-over-the-air update.
Customers in the UK will also be able to control and check on their car from anywhere using the Jaguar Remote Skill on any Alexa-enabled device. ‘Alexa, ask Jaguar if my doors are locked’ or ‘Alexa, Ask Jaguar if my windows are open’ are just some of the features customers can use.
Both XE and XF offer a wealth of other smart technologies to make journeys simpler, more enjoyable and more connected.
Now integrated into Pivi Pro is what3words navigation (market-dependant). Offering an alternative to setting destinations using post codes, what3words allows you to do this with greater precision via a unique combination of three words representing a three-metre square location: just type the words – clean.corporate.card for example – into Pivi’s navigation search box.
If you want to know the what3words reference for a given location, a long press on the map shown in the touchscreen will give you this information. Like Alexa, this feature has already been delivered to existing owners of XE and XF models with Pivi Pro via a software-over-the-air update. what3words is available globally except in China, Japan and South Korea.
Wireless Apple CarPlay® is standard. Wireless Android Auto™ is also standard. In addition, Pivi Pro can connect two phones simultaneously, and an optional wireless device charging pad in the centre console features a signal booster to improve network reception and Wi-Fi.
What to watch out for
Report of automatic transmission of 5000 mile Jaguar XE whining on the over run and slowing down to 30-35 mph. Car is seven months old.
27-02-2016:Noise reported from transmission of July 2015 Jaguar XE 2.0 petrol auto. Dealer admitted problem, carried out tests and replaced the propshaft but the noise remains.
02-04-2016:Faint evaporating petrol smell reported from Jaguar XE when engine is hot and when braking to come to a halt. Jaguar Rescue called out twice but no fault found and had not had this problem before.
26-06-2016:Report of several broken screens on XE. Could be thin, lightweight glass is more vulnerable to stones.
30-06-2016:Report that after a few minutes of driving a Jaguar XE diesel the engine management light appeared. The car went back to the garage and 2 fault codes were recorded, firstly P208E-73, secondly P0404-77. Told the fault was simply an over fill of AdBlue. When the car returned it felt sluggish. Once again the car went in, but no fault was recorded. Started the car and engine made a noise "like a million bolts turning inside," red exclamation light appeared but once driving this disappeared. Also SD card fault in nav system flags up fequently to contact dealer. It calculates a route then disappears and car has to be re-started to clear the fault.
17-04-2017:Complaint about Jaguar XE R Sport 2.0 Ingenium diesel bought new in February 2016. Owner has had issues with the exhaust vibrating from about 3k miles. Jaguar dealer tried numerous fixes with the support of Jaguar head office but can’t get the issue resolved (replaced AdBlue tank bracket as this was too small, bare copper earth wire in engine bay, engine mounts, reset valves to engine mounts, recalibrate torque, etc, etc). Following the last work done, it doesn’t vibrate severely as often but still does do it.
27-09-2017:Report of new Jaguar XE Ingenium petrol automatic "jerking". Reader complains, "Our 17 plate lurches when going down through the lower gears. (Jaguar dealer) first agreed there was a fault and attempted a repair and then said “all the petrol ones do that“ as if that makes it alright and “these cars have to learn your style of driving”. Reader rejected the car within 30 days, which the head of business initially verbally agreed to but after the 30 days he said Jaguar must agree to that as the dealer chain head office will not allow a rejection without Jaguar’s agreement. (The dealer has no right to refuse the rejection for that reason.)
28-09-2017:On Jaguar XE 2016 build Service Indicator Message not Displaying (Campaigns H007 / N010 / N020). SIM message not displaying. The issue lies with an incompatibility between the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) and the Instrument Cluster during certain starting conditions. The Instrument Cluster reads the service interval to judge if a message should be displayed at the point where Power mode changes to crank or engine running. Whilst ignition is in accessory mode, the PCM can return to sleep mode. It will then be re-awoken when cranking is requested and at that point will send out an initial value for mileage to service of 32,000km meaning the message will not appear.
21-11-2017:Complaint that Jaguar XE needed rear brake discs and pads replaced at 27,000 miles due to 100% wear at a cost of £450.
17-04-2018:Report of severely corroded brake discs on Jaguar XE bought used on October 2017 at 8,400 miles. Brakes begane to judder. Jaguar dealer told owner that all four brake discs were heavily corroded and discs and pads needed to be replaced. At a guess, the car had been standing in water or over grass for a perios prior to sale, so the supplying dealer is liable.
18-04-2018:Report of 2015 Jaguar XE 2.0D with 12k miles being recalled for numerous software updates after which, each time, it seems to affect the stop/start system. Dealer claims that the updates take so much power from the battery that this feature will not operate. So it is going back again to get the start/stop working again, they may require to drain the battery overnight and the new updates will take a long time. When hooking a car up for a comprehensive software update, dealers are supposed to use a special battery charger with a capacity of 60 amps. These are attached to the battery when the download starts and control battery voltage so will fluctuate from maybe 2 amps up to maximum 60 as the vehicle switches on various components such as heating and air con. The result is the battery ends the update with the same battery voltage as when it started. The AGM battery fitted to start stop has a durability equivalent to 10 times a conventional flooded battery in the same application.
06-05-2018:Complaint of hesitancy from transmission of Jaguar XE 8-speed auto. "They are at their worst when travelling at modest speed and asking for a bit more power for gentle acceleration or to climb a slight incline. Nothing happens when the throttle is gently depressed, accentuated by the gutless torque characteristics at low revs, then with a bit more throttle they'd suddenly shift down 2 or 3 gears and throw your head back with the snap. It isn't just me: my wife has the same trouble." (On 25-7-2018 another reader wrote to tell us this is easily fixed either by a softwear adjustment or replacemment of the throttle pedal switch.)
08-05-2018:Report of 8-speed ZF transmission of 24,000 mile Jaguar XE (engine not revealed) hesitating when leaving roundabouts. (On 25-7-2018 another reader wrote to tell us this is easily fixed either by a softwear adjustment or replacemment of the throttle pedal switch.)
31-05-2018:Report of "tom cat spray" smell from warm engine of December 2017 Jaguar XE 2.0 200PS at speeds below 6mph. Dealer reproduced the smell 29/1/2018 could not find the cause. Owner writes "The smell changed and became considerably worse, often giving rise to throat irritation. Further visits to the dealer resulted in H081 Safety Recall of Faulty Fuel line being performed and discovery of a significant exhaust leak (entering into discussion with Jaguar Engineering about defect design of clamp as found on other stock vehicles). A new exhaust was fitted (same design of clamp); the new one also leaking was rectified by use of sealing compound as advised by Jaguar Engineering. On both occasions the dealer said tom cat smell had gone but hotter weather with the air conditioning working strongly stops it appearing. (The small eventually turned out to be bacteria on the air conditioning evaporator.)
01-06-2018:Plume of white smoke reported from exhaust of 10,000 miles 2016 Jaguar XE with Ford 2.0 litre EcoBoost engine. "After a long run, over 50 miles, when the car is next started from cold a few days later there is a plume of white/grey smoke from the exhaust, which clears after a minute or so. The car runs fine, but occasionally after about 10 miles if I slow down then accelerate, there is a plume of white smoke from the exhaust." Dealer told owner this is a "characteristic" and that Jaguar may issue a software update to reduce the smoking. Hopefully this is nothing more than condensation evaporating.
17-06-2018:Report of problems with 2015/65 Jaguar XE 2.0 Ingenium diesel now at 38,000 miles. Within the first year had to return to dealership to have software tweaked because of random messages. Since March/April 2018 had no less than 3 Jaguar Assist call outs and 2 visits to dealership for software problems. These included ‘engine warning lights’ through to ‘incorrect exhaust additive detected’. On last visit to the dealer he suggested owner book car in for ‘extensive’ investigations and showed him a list of software problems that needed to be resolved. Warranty on the car ends September 2018 and dealer quoted £700 to extend it for a year.
25-07-2018:Report that hesitation from ZF 8-speed automatic transmissions of Jaguar XEs can be cured by an adjustment/reprogramming of the accelerator pedal potentiometer. That's where the problem lies. See: 8-5-2018.
17-08-2018:Report of wheel sensor problem with Jaguar XE manual (multiple fault messages and the park brake wouldn't release). Undestood to be subject of a service update.
21-08-2018:Report of poor suspension alighnment of new Jaguar XE 2.5t. Initially it appeared the steering wheel was off centre "with a funny feel besides". It is now perfect after 8,000 miles. "In the beginning, the car had some irregular toe out on the rear suspension adjustment, causing drag on the front wheels sideways, which must have put feathering on the tread. I ensured the four wheels were eventually correctly aligned, but the steering felt strange on corners, and off centre on flat straight tarmac. The explanation I got from the renowned motor racing exponent Barrie “Whizzo” Williams, a near neighbour, was that the feathering of the tyres put a twist action into the steering rack strong enough to twist it and the steering wheel off centre. Over time the off centred ness has largely disappeared. Jaguar XE 25t supercedes all expectations I would have of any car at any price range of affordability, I am so content with it.
23-08-2018:Report of cracking of the treads of Dunlop Sport Maxx 225/45 R18 tyres on a 2015 Jaguar XE at 18,000 miles.
08-09-2018:Complaint of corrosion of road wheels and paint chips on a blue 2015 Jaguar XE.
27-09-2018:Report of service light of 2018 Jaguar XE coming on at 5 months old and 1,700 miles.
20-11-2018:Reader unsure that the Automatic Emergency Braking of his 3 year old Jaguar XE found that, after checking it had been selected on the touch screen, it wasn't working. Dealer discovered this was due to a faulty camera that has now been changed.
22-11-2018:Report of corrosion to all four alloy wheels of a 2015 Jaguar XE at 15,000 miles and also stone chip marks around on the sill below the rear door due to the poor design. The supplying dealer rejected claims for rectification.
20-12-2018:Report of rear brake discs and pads of 2015 Jaguar XE needing replacement at 39,000 miles, 7,000 mies after the owner bought the car. Quoted £500 for the job. This seems to be the milage at which they need replacing in XFs as well.
12-02-2019:Report of electromechanical parking brake refusing to release twice in the last 6 months on a 27,000 mile 2015 Jaguar XE. On the first occasion the cause appeared to be a faulty ABS sensor giving spurious signals. The AA responded very efficiently, cleared the fault, temporarily disabled the ABS and advised owner to take my car to his Jaguar dealer who diagnosed water ingress and told owner that the item in question should have been the subject of a recall. The sensor was duly changed and all appeared to be well. The second time, a lot of spurious error codes appeared (including one that claimed the car had been in an accident, which it hadn't), the AA again cleared them and owner took the car back to his dealer who again claimed that the fault was an ABS sensor and replaced it again, the cost being covered by new warranty provider, MotorEasy, apart from a £60 excess. The dealer said he couldn't investigate the cause of the other error codes because they had been cleared, which the AA had to do to make the car mobile. Car checked again by same Jaguar specialist and both problems caused by repeated failures of the front offside ABS sensor, so owner querying why the 2nd failure was falsely made into an insured warranty claim.
10-03-2019:Report of glitchy USB port on 2015 Jaguar XE. If MP3 player is already plugged into the USB Port when owner starts the car, the Media system won't recognize it. Owner has to remove it, re-install & wait approximately 20 seconds before it will register on the control panel. Once playing it will consistently stop working on several occasions during a journey, every time this happens owner has to remove & re-install before the entertainment system will accept it (again taking approximately 20 seconds to recognize it).
28-03-2019:Report of owner using AdBlue that conforms to the required ISO 22241 in his Jaguar XE Ingenium diesel and getting an error message stating incorrect AdBlue has been used, and that the car will shut off within 500 miles. Jaguar dealer told him he had to use AdBlue that conforms to ISO 22241-1.
18-04-2019:Report of severe vibration from engine of 2015 Jaguar XE 2.0D (180) at idle. Thought to be due to failure of the vacuum engine mounts.
24-05-2019:Regarding 12-2-2019, dealer claimed that the cause of the problem was corrosion of the rear brake discs (at 27,000 miles). Owner took up ongoing problems with JLR itself and is awaiting progress with that. The car was subseqently inspected by Listers in Droitwich to try to discover the cause of the two cases of it being immobilised with the parking brake locked on. Listers discovered that 3 software updates that should have been implemented by the supplying dealer as in-service modifications had not been carried out, and their advice was that this may have been the cause of the issues with the car.
13-06-2019:Report of warning light on dash of 2016 Jaguar XE 2.0 diesel 163PS at 73,000 miles. Independent Jaguar specialist thought it was camshaft sensor but wasn't sure. Suggested it might be a timing chain issue.
06-07-2019:Report of 2015 Jaguar XE R Sport getting MoT advisory to replace rear brake discs at 40,000 miles at a cost of £505.52.
02-09-2019:Report of "buzzing or rattling" sound from "passenger side" of engine of 2015 Jaguar XE 163 diesel auto. Once up to speed the noise disappears. It occasionally reappears when the car has been driven at length. The problem is worse during cold weather.
21-12-2019:Report of Jaguar XE needing replacement front brake discs and pads at its 2nd service at 11,000 miles due to wear and corrosion. Dealer said rear discs and pads were close to needing replacement too, but could last another year.
19-02-2020:Report of rattling from timing chain of 2015 Jaguar XE Ingenium 2.0d 163PS at 48,000 miles. Jaguar dealer indicated that this might not be covered by the car's Jaguar extended warranty.
04-08-2020:Report of rear view camera failure on 2016 XE. Warning on infotainment display says 'camera system fault'.
04-08-2020:Report of recurring "Incorrect diesel exhaust fluid quality detected" warning message.
26-01-2022:Starter motor failure on 2015 XE 2.0 diesel with 53,000 miles on the clock. Owner charged £1028 by JLR dealer for parts and labour.
