DecodedCarsJaguar X-Type
4 model years from 2005 to 2008, compared on size, efficiency, safety and reliability.
- Model years
- 2005–2008
- Class
- Compact Cars
- Latest engines
- 3.0L 6-cyl
- Best MPG
- 18–20 combined, by year
- Latest rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns, all years
- Most complaints
- 2006 (5)
The 2008 X-Type in brief
The 2008 Jaguar X-Type is a compact car offered with a 3.0L 6-cyl engine and 4-wheel or all-wheel drive.
It measures about 184 inches long and 71 inches wide on a 106-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,516 lb (3.0 4dr Sedan AWD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 18 MPG combined (16 city / 22 highway), 18% worse than the 2008 compact car average of 21.9 MPG, for an estimated $4,550 a year in fuel.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
The Jaguar X-Type has 4 model years in our data, from 2005 to 2008.
Its most efficient year was 2005 at 20 MPG combined; across all years the best version ranged from 18 to 20 MPG.
Owners most often report problems with the exterior lighting (3), air bags (2), service brakes (1).
How the 2005 X-Type compares
The 2005 Jaguar X-Type is a compact car offered with 2 engines (2.5L 6-cyl and 3.0L 6-cyl) and 4-wheel or all-wheel drive.
It measures about 184 inches long and 71 inches wide on a 106-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,428 lb (4dr Sedan AWD /2.5).
2008 X-Type pros & cons
Full 2008 details →What's good
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 18 MPG combined, 18% below the 2008 compact car average of 21.9 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
X-Type changes by model year
- 2006
- Engine dropped: 2.5L 6-cyl
Years without a measurable change are left out.
Show all 4 model years side by side
Alternatives to the 2008 X-Type
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 BMW 3 Series | 22 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2008 BMW 5 Series | 21 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 26 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2008 Lexus IS | 24 MPG | Not rated | 9 |
| 2008 Audi A4 | 24 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class | 21 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Most common owner-reported problems
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikipedia, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Jaguar. How we calculate this →