What Is It?
2004 Jaguar X-Type Estate
What's Special About It?
Moving a bit beyond the aloof socialite market, and further into the family segment, Jaguar introduces its first ever station wagon, the X-Type Estate. Expected to compete with the wagon derivatives of the BMW 3 Series and Mercedes-Benz C-Class, the X-Type Estate could help Jaguar attract a larger percentage of young buyers. Three versions are available: Classic, SE and Sport. The Classic has a simple exterior while the SE is adorned with a more traditional Jaguar chrome trim. The Sport model gets a body-colored grille, larger wheels and low-profile tires.
Engine choices are the same as the European X-Type sedans with 2.0-liter V6, 2.0-liter diesel, 2.5-liter V6 and 3.0-liter V6 options. Jaguar's Traction-4 all-wheel-drive system is standard across the board.
Why Should You Care?
Jaguar claims the Estate's cargo area boasts more usable load volume with its rear seats folded flat than the 3 Series and C-Class wagons, and 20 percent more space than the Audi A4 Avant. Although only available in Europe, the X-Type Estate is a good compromise for families and individuals who need a little more room, but enjoy the styling and driving characteristics of an English-born brougham. — Kelly Stennick
2004 Jaguar X-Type Estate
What's Special About It?
Moving a bit beyond the aloof socialite market, and further into the family segment, Jaguar introduces its first ever station wagon, the X-Type Estate. Expected to compete with the wagon derivatives of the BMW 3 Series and Mercedes-Benz C-Class, the X-Type Estate could help Jaguar attract a larger percentage of young buyers. Three versions are available: Classic, SE and Sport. The Classic has a simple exterior while the SE is adorned with a more traditional Jaguar chrome trim. The Sport model gets a body-colored grille, larger wheels and low-profile tires.
Engine choices are the same as the European X-Type sedans with 2.0-liter V6, 2.0-liter diesel, 2.5-liter V6 and 3.0-liter V6 options. Jaguar's Traction-4 all-wheel-drive system is standard across the board.
Why Should You Care?
Jaguar claims the Estate's cargo area boasts more usable load volume with its rear seats folded flat than the 3 Series and C-Class wagons, and 20 percent more space than the Audi A4 Avant. Although only available in Europe, the X-Type Estate is a good compromise for families and individuals who need a little more room, but enjoy the styling and driving characteristics of an English-born brougham. — Kelly Stennick
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