Jaguar XE

Jaguar claims that the XE creates a special bond with the driver and on our part, we completely agree with the note. The ultra luxury interiors are welcoming the audience with its focused, precise and perfectly positioned cabin. The car looks right and it feels right. The car is a paragon of excellence when it comes to the ergonomics. XE is loaded with steering wheel mounted buttons which are tactile and meticulously engineered to provide the interface with key vehicle functions. The gearshift paddles, which give manual control without the need for the driver’s hands to be taken from the wheel, are both sturdy and accurate. The finest quality British material can be keenly observed in the vehicle which is beautifully crafted with a satin chromed finish, on selected models.

Jaguar XE is a true headturner standing out from the competition because of its upscale proportions. The car release a gravitation force that can pull its admirers from just one gaze over the vehicle. Like the rest of the Jaguar nameplate's XE has a rising waistline to add drama and dynamism even when it is stationary. This is defined by the sharp design feature that flashes from the front bumper, along the flanks, to culminate at the tail. The rear of the car truly symbolizes the Jag tag, owing to its radical designs and sharper creases. XE is an aerodynamically crafted masterpiece which is honed to sweep air seamlessly rearwards to the tail section, pushing the Jaguar leaping forward.

The XE is predicted to be made available in Malaysia in both petrol and diesel engine variants. Jaguar XE is introduced with an all new Ingenium family of engines for the first time. The 2.0 Turbocharged Diesel from this incredible new range delivers a colossal power of 298bhp with a whooping acceleration of 0-100 km/h in just 7.8 seconds. Whereas the petrol engines are envisioned to possess all the refine performance traits of Jaguar family and will feature three engines – a 2.0litre i4 turbocharged delivering 200 hp, a 2.0 litre i4 delivering a 240 hp and a 3.0 litre V6 delivering a 340 hp. The fastest among all is the 3.0 Litre V6 with a top speed of 250Km/h and an acceleration of 0-100 Km/h in just 5.1 seconds. Maximum mileage is achieved by the 2.0 Litre i4 turbocharged diesel engine, performing on a fuel economy of 4.2L/100 Km.

Jaguar is widely acclaimed for its perfectly safe cars and the legacy continues with the same pace in the XE as well. The car is loaded with a variety of Jaguar’s innovative technology that distinguishes XE as a leader in its class. It's state-of-the- art systems support safety, inform, warn, communicate and, of course, entertain. XE incorporates a Head-Up Display (HUD) that projects key information onto the windscreen helping the driver to completely concentrate on road. Apart from which the car has Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) which monitors XE’s dynamic behaviour and intervenes any kind of unresponsiveness. Roll Stability Control (RSC) uses on-board sensors to monitor the roll angle’s rate of change during cornering.Engine Drag torque Control (EDC) is another unique feature by the British carmaker that mitigates the chance of wheel lock-up caused by strong engine braking in slippery conditions. Besides that, Lane departure warning, blind spot detection, adaptive cruise control, 7 airbags and ISOFIX are a standard on every XE.

Verdict:

Jaguar XE is treat to drive with its ultra Luxurious Interiors and equally powerful engines. The car is loaded with next generation technologies with advanced safety features, Although, the thrusty engines delivering low fuel economy might allow its competitors to take a leap.