Welcoem to the forums

 

Hello and welcome to the forums. Jaguars are very reliable cars IMO and I'd buy it if I was you.

 

Welcome

 

What? you mean you didn't buy it yet?

 

Hey big Al n welcome to the forum mate.

What year? Try n go for an 03 upwards as any quirks / problems were sorted by then.....although an 04 would be better if your budget allows?
Why the 2.0 bigal? Why not go for the diesel 2.0............plenty of torque and good fuel economy too
I have heard a few people say of the 2.0 petrol that they love the car but feel that it is underpowered for the size of car. I myself had the 2.5v6 and even thought that could've done with a little more power......just an observation bud.

See write up below explaining some of the quirks / faults to look for on the earlier models.

The 2002 X-type was introduced in May, 2001 as Jaguar's first (and so far only) AWD production vehicle. The base model was originally priced at $29,900 USD, making it Jaguar's first entry level luxury saloon. Quickly nicknamed "Baby Jag", the entry model came with a 2.5L V6 engine mated to a 5 speed manual transmission. An optional 5 speed automatic listed for about $ 1500 but despite the low price, the US base X-type came equipped with leather, climate control and power everything.
For those seeking more power, a 3.0L V6 w/ 5 speed automatic offered significantly better performance although the basic 2.5 liter engined version is quick enough for most drivers, especially with the 5 speed manual gearbox. The larger engined model was retailing around $35 000 but included the automatic transmission; the manual gearbox was a no cost option on the 3.0
The North American standard trim package reflected very closely the European SE, with chrome bumper blades and leather seats, whilst stitched cloth upholstery was standard in the European "Classic" option. Interestingly, the base model North American X-types and Classic European models were supplied w/ Dorchester gray grille vanes inside the chrome grille surround, whist the chrome grille vanes are only supplied in the European SE version. Both European and North American models offered a "Sport" package as well, with subtle differences between the markets.
As with many new models, the X-type had a few 'bugs' associated with the initial model year, including:
[ul]Leaking/dripping washer jets
Defective boot latch
Faulty J-gate selector
Vibration issues (Sometimes poor tires/balancing, sometimes a prop-shaft problem)
Faulty drivers door latch
"Squeaky" rear seat
Faulty Thermostats, resulting in "High Engine Temperature" warnings
Weak center arm rest [/ul]
Most of these quirks have now be corrected under warranty and shouldn't be a problem if you are looking at an early X-type.
While most US buyers wouldn't consider anything smaller than 2.5 litre in anything but a basic econobox, most buyers in the UK and Europe have to deal with displacement based road taxes and high fuel cost making smaller engines very attractive. This is even more critical for company cars and in march 2002 Jaguar introduced a 2.0 liter version of the X-type in a segment were its competition (Mercedes, Audi and BMW) had held a dominant market share. The smaller engined Jaguar, still powered by a V6 engine, was offered in Front Wheel Drive only to save cost and weight making the X-type appealing to an ever broader market. Yes, you read right... a front wheel drive Jaguar!
The engine, based on the 2.5 and 3.0 AJ-V6 engine, featured the same 4 cam, 24 valve design, developing 157hp - 148lb/ft of torque, mated to a standard Getrag 5 speed manual or optional 5 speed automatic. Three trim levels were offered with the base model priced at £19,995; 2 litre Sport at £22,245; and the luxurious 2 litre SE at £22,995 (all prices on-the-road).
Despite the low cost, the base model included air conditioning, electric driver seat, sound system, birds eye maple veneer, power windows, traction control, security system and 70/30 split rear seat. SE model featured passenger power seat, fully automatic climate control, leather seats, trip computer and more.



Jim