Overview & Reviews

Jaguar introduced its youth-oriented X-Type last year, so 2003 holds little changes for the baby Jag. There's a slight reduction in the price of the base model, and electrochromic mirrors are standard on all trim levels. Cars equipped with the 3.0-liter mill now get 17-inch wheels and a CD player as standard equipment.

• Reasonable base pricing, sporty handling, all-wheel drive, currently the only Jaguar available with a manual transmission.

• Spartan interior design, some less-than-prestigious Ford-themed switchgear and exterior styling cues, price goes up with options faster than you can say "Ford Mondeo."

User Reviews:

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  Kudos to X-Type - 2003 Jaguar X-Type
  By b. dandar - December 22 - 8:53 pm

  Before buying the X-Type I used to drive an XJ8. Although I love the style and ride of the XJ8, I always felt that the XJ8 was too much car for me (I am 5 tall and petite). The X-Type is a glove fit for me and I am so pleased that I made the change. My husband who has an XR series, was firmly against the X-Type predicting a litany of problems, etc. Happily, I have had no problems. The X-Type is sporty and stylish with many of the interior features of the XJ8. The trunk space is much larger than in the XJ8 and the rear seats fold down with minimal effort if more space is needed. I feel so connected with my car and Ill be in the market again within the next two years for another X-Type!

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  Great Buy,Great Value - 2003 Jaguar X-Type
  By abmargolin - December 15 - 10:00 am

  This Car is the value of the century! I walked into the showroom and got $6,000 OFF Sticker Price. When I found out what the sticker price was to begin with I thought it was good value. The saleman treated me like a prince. It was the first positive experience buying a new car in years. The only issue I had with the car was that with the sport button was pushed, the car had really low fuel economy. I was later told that I should only use the sport setting on Christmas Day. Besides that, the car has classed up my act.

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  Entry level review - 2003 Jaguar X-Type
  By OregonXtype - November 3 - 10:00 am

  So, after looking at a number of cars to buy, I decided on the entry level X type. After signing the 3 year lease, the car was mine. I purchased a base model with a 5 speed manual. Almost right away, the heater broke, which, is a bummer in Oregon during the Winter. So, back to the dealer ship and then we waited for parts. To make a long story short, we eventually ended up with another X type as the first one was not fixable. To show there appreciation for the problem they gave me a S type as a loaner (During my three week wait) and when I got my new X type back, they upgraded me to 17" wheels at no extra charge!

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  X-Type 3.0 2003 Review - 2003 Jaguar X-Type
  By JDR - October 27 - 10:56 am

  Very pleased with this car. Purchased in 2006 in near immaculate condition. Ride, look, comfort are wonderful. The used price was amazing (with many extras from the dealership - shopping around and being prepared was very useful).

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  You have to get one - 2003 Jaguar X-Type
  By Jaguar 2.5 - October 3 - 2:00 am

  The only thing that i will say that takes time to get use to is the brakes, the gas pedal, and the transmission. The brakes take time to get use to because in a way you kinda have to push harder than you think to get stoped where you want to. The gas pedal takes time to get use to because it is very light and touchy, and very responsive. The Transmission takes time to get use to because when you first start driveing when the engine is still cold it seams like the engine is doing alot of shifting, and it you can feel the shifting, but as soon as the engine is warmed up the Jag ride AWSOME!!!!

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  The Swayzee Review. - 2003 Jaguar X-Type
  By scott swayzee - September 27 - 10:00 am

  my wife and I have so far enjoyed the vehicle. There are some things we would like to bring up. Tires are not up to the jaguar standard (in my book) the continetal tires should be replaced with pirellis. Seems to have a lot more road noise than it should, tires might help. We also have had serveral rattles within the interior. It seems to be a little pricey for an entry level car. I have also drove the entry level acura. It seems to offer a little more for the money. It also is a lot more quite on the road than the jag. We do enjoy the level of service once the vehicle goes to the dealer for any type of service. Please look into these metioned items.

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  Less than a month - 2003 Jaguar X-Type
  By G Pharzd - September 27 - 10:00 am

  In less than a month (900 miles) the rear end and tranmission have developed leaks so bad the car is no longer drivable. Also the braking system isnt right. When at a light the pedal will go down by itself. The battery box cannot be openned without hitting a vaccum line clip. The cars design is poor at best, but the way it is assembled is worse. I have been buying new cars for over 35 years and this is probably the worst car I have bought. The dealer gives you roses, but after that it is a downhill experience. Ford bought Jaguar and that should say it all.

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  Disregard Professional Reviews - 2003 Jaguar X-Type
  By Al123 - August 20 - 2:00 am

  I do not care what the professional reviewers say. This is a FUN car to drive. Heads turn, as well. Test drove the BMW 3-Series, the stiff Audi A-4 and the baby Mercedes. The Jag wins hands-down for styling and comfort.

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  Good Entry Level Luxury Car - 2003 Jaguar X-Type
  By Blake - August 20 - 2:00 am

  I love this car. Drove both the 3.0 liter and the 2.5 liter and did not find much difference. The styling is fantastic. The car did need an alignment if the first week and the paint started to chip. Jaguar immediately corrected these problems. I also heard a supercharged model is coming in a few years.

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  Is you or is you aint? - 2003 Jaguar X-Type
  By alfa man - August 20 - 2:00 am

  This sweetheart is no baby. The x-type is a proud new standard bearer in the small European sport coupe tradition. And thank goodness because I had been worried about how to replace my Alfa 164 being loathe to purchase some hyped up classless German go-cart diminutive offspring of a tank. This is a car designed for people. This car also isnt an American or Japanese marshmallow with leather standard. If you get upset because you feel the road under your seat, this is not the car for you. But if you want a well-built, luxuriously appointed, fun to drive car that lets you feel the road, I have driven nothing better.