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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  very impressed - 2003 Jaguar X-Type
  By clipper - July 9 - 2:00 am

  I bought the 2.5 x type in september 2001. Probably should of bought the 3.0 liter, oh well. Power is sufficient, alpine upgrade a must for music lovers. Great car, so far no problems 19,564 miles, great service at any dealership. I drove the A4, 325, c class mercedes and the decision was easy

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  Love my Cat - 2003 Jaguar X-Type
  By Jag-girl - May 27 - 2:00 am

  I never thought I would be able to afford such a great car! My jag is everything I could hope it be.

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  My Cat - 2003 Jaguar X-Type
  By Tami Herman - April 15 - 11:40 am

  This car has provided not only a fun driving experience but also an elevated sense of self esteem. Its been reliable for this Northeasterner and outpaced our Volvo Cross Country in severe weather conditions.

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  Against the grain - 2003 Jaguar X-Type
  By baisley1 - January 16 - 2:00 am

  Much better car than "experts" say. Drawbacks are in two areas: 1) Not enough oomph: care must downshift to get away from itself. 2) Rear seat legroom is grossly inadequate. Big plus is the tremendous first rate service of the dealer (Heritage Jaguar, Freeport, NY)

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  Its A Jag - 2003 Jaguar X-Type
  By jaghappy - December 2 - 2:00 am

  Yes, it is an entry level luxury car and it is fair to call it a kitty as opposed to a cat. But it IS a Jag and it has been nothing but pleasure to own and drive.

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  The Jag - 2003 Jaguar X-Type
  By russell r x jag - November 15 - 2:00 am

  The jaguar X type is one of the most fun cars to drive. Vert reliable Quite comfortable very spacious. Needing no introduction to the genius of the nodel it has a high quantity

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  Just Great - 2003 Jaguar X-Type
  By keith - November 12 - 2:00 am

  Bought the car with 60K miles and now after just over 2 years have 144,000 miles. Only just replaced brakes, replaced radiator overflow tank and put in new plugs at 100K. Have done nothing else. Gas mileage is great. Paid $10K and get offers for $7-8K all the time. Most people think it is a 20K+ car. Great for road trips. Handles great in all areas. I expect to easily get another 100K miles out of this car.

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  Great Car - 2003 Jaguar X-Type
  By Steven - September 15 - 1:50 am

  Its a Jag and it is one of the most reliable cars cars I have ever owned (and I have had many) in 4 years it has only been back to the dealer 1 time for a loose front seat. The free maintenance to 40K has been nice. Overall it has been a good experience. Mileage has been good for an AWD car @ 22.5 mpg. I am very happy, thanks to Ford, Jaguar builds a nice car and you dont need to get a tow truck contract to go with it. I am happy happy happy.

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  Street glider, scene styler - 2003 Jaguar X-Type
  By mg200 - August 28 - 10:00 am

  White leather, AWD, moon roof with split rear seats, navigation (with gas stations!!), garage control, electronic seats - what same-class vehicle has these options? Critics mention the sluggish 2.5 acceleration - this matters if youre downgrading from an XJ/S. For the same price, you can drive a Mercedes shell, and "turn the dial" for seat control and use paper maps. The X type - take it skiing, take it touring, take it home...

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  The Gage Report - 2003 Jaguar X-Type
  By Chrissyeye - August 4 - 10:00 am

  I purchased a pre-owned 2003 - 3.0 in June of 2004. Owning a Jaguar has always been my dream. Now that the "kiddies" are gone, I have one and I love it. I have all the options except navigation. I am waiting to see what the AWD does in the Chicago snow. I would definately buy another. Just one thing, for the price I think the car should have a bit more of a super- charged engine, a little more get up and go or possibly a better transition when vehicle is shifting gears and a better suspension or tires even, could feel a little more softer over bumps, and God knows Chicago has plenty of those. Other than that, this 50s plus female is "In Love with her car".