2016 Jaguar XE Reliability
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Well the XE never hit anywhere near the Sales Levels Jaguar intended upon its introduction though having said this , they can attract a loyal following from those that own them . Personally from the outset I would be considering the vehicles provenance . Jaguar in an attempt to chase the Fleet Buyer and bolster Sales shifted many of these into the Leasing and Rental Market with an agreed " Buy Back " Clause . I had one friend many years ago on Jaguar Forum who had the misfortune to be conned into purchasing one of these ex Rental Cars , it simply gave JLR and a PO Box number on the Log Book as the previous Owner . After some Investigation he found that it had been leased by JLR to Thrifty Hire and instead of being the one owner car he thought he had purchased , it had in effect been rallied around the M25 by God only knows in the Drivers Seat . The Jaguar Main Dealership simply shrugged their shoulders . Where is your Son intending to purchase this car from ?
Well the XE never hit anywhere near the Sales Levels Jaguar intended upon its introduction though having said this , they can attract a loyal following from those that own them . Personally from the outset I would be considering the vehicles provenance . Jaguar in an attempt to chase the Fleet Buyer and bolster Sales shifted many of these into the Leasing and Rental Market with an agreed " Buy Back " Clause . I had one friend many years ago on Jaguar Forum who had the misfortune to be conned into purchasing one of these ex Rental Cars , it simply gave JLR and a PO Box number on the Log Book as the previous Owner . After some Investigation he found that it had been leased by JLR to Thrifty Hire and instead of being the one owner car he thought he had purchased , it had in effect been rallied around the M25 by God only knows in the Drivers Seat . The Jaguar Main Dealership simply shrugged their shoulders . Where is your Son intending to purchase this car from ?
Hi - I bought a 2016 XE 2.0t (ie the petrol Ford engine) in January, so not a very long period of time to report back on.
However, in that time it has been entirely reliable, even electronics and ICE! However, when I was looking at my car I spoke to my local (and trusted) Jag indie about XE's in general and his opinion was not to get the diesels. I offer that thought up for what it is worth.
As for the rest of the car, I very much like it. It's fast enough for a daily, economical enough for the miles I do and I like the mix of ride comfort and handling (in the context of a daily driver). In contrast, when I test drove a BMW 3 series with M-Sport suspension I thought it one of the worst riding cars I've ever been in!
I find the interior to be fine as well - I know this is often criticised, but it works for me. It doesn't rattle and I find it very comfortable. That'll do me! I have the Meridian sound upgrade on my car, which I consider to be OK. No idea how it stacks up to the un-upgraded system though.
However, in that time it has been entirely reliable, even electronics and ICE! However, when I was looking at my car I spoke to my local (and trusted) Jag indie about XE's in general and his opinion was not to get the diesels. I offer that thought up for what it is worth.
As for the rest of the car, I very much like it. It's fast enough for a daily, economical enough for the miles I do and I like the mix of ride comfort and handling (in the context of a daily driver). In contrast, when I test drove a BMW 3 series with M-Sport suspension I thought it one of the worst riding cars I've ever been in!
I find the interior to be fine as well - I know this is often criticised, but it works for me. It doesn't rattle and I find it very comfortable. That'll do me! I have the Meridian sound upgrade on my car, which I consider to be OK. No idea how it stacks up to the un-upgraded system though.
The last reliability survey I can remember reading, had the XE petrols near the top at joint 3rd (tied with a Volvo of some description). This was in the small executive class I think.
The diesel was bottom
Our 2017 XE S has been mechanically totally reliable, with only a trip to the dealer for a new reverse camera wiring loom a year ago.
The diesel was bottom
Our 2017 XE S has been mechanically totally reliable, with only a trip to the dealer for a new reverse camera wiring loom a year ago.
Rob 131 Sport said:
Many Thanks for the Replies.
It was the Diesel he was looking for. Does anyone know of the potential issues with the Diesel.
https://www.xeforums.co.ukIt was the Diesel he was looking for. Does anyone know of the potential issues with the Diesel.
You really want to be asking these questions on a Forum such as the above , from experience you will get statistically more Owners and indeed more opinions on anything connected with the Jaguar XE .
reddiesel said:
Sadly Rob many People did likewise . At least you didn't point him in the direction of some of those Italian Brands you admire , I was almost made Bankrupt by a Selespeed Alfa many years ago 
The comparable Alfa which is a Guilia Diesel Specialle was significantly above his budget. Who would ever of thought that an Alfa could hold its price so well. It shows their great cars. Rob 131 Sport said:
The comparable Alfa which is a Guilia Diesel Specialle was significantly above his budget. Who would ever of thought that an Alfa could hold its price so well. It shows their great cars.
To be fair the Giulia Diesel has had some great reviews , though come resale time I suspect the German car will have the better residuals . My '15 XE 2.0d 180 Sport went pop yesterday for reasons unknown a shame as I have been enjoying it, not too slow, ride and handling reminds me of a sports car and also a great looking car, here she is.
edit : missed the '16 in the thread title.
edit : missed the '16 in the thread title.
Edited by sean ie3 on Wednesday 10th August 15:33
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