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New Jaguar X-Type: a station wagon?

03/20/2006, 11:52 AM

By admin

Jaguar could replace its much-criticized X-Type sedan with a “shooting brakeâ€?-style station wagon, according to Automotive News. A source told the trade publication that development of the new model has been halted until the company decides what form it will take. However, one thing is for sure — “it won’t be a sedan again.” Jaguar’s Director Bibiana Boerio at the Detroit auto show hinted to something similar, but said the vehicle would not be a crossover. Currently, there is much uncertainty about future Jaguar models. Recently, it was reported that Ford had scrapped plans for an all-aluminum S-Type. Jaguar is also said to be planning a 2009 XJ with modern styling, as well as an XF-Type roadster later. Jaguar is expected to show the 2007 Jaguar XKR at the British Motor Show in July.

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03/20, 12:58 PM

posted by:

JSP

The X-Type did not fail for being a sedan. It failed because it was an upgraded Ford Mondeo. Jaguar can’t afford to alienate its traditional customers.

03/20, 1:15 PM

posted by:

Carlos

I don’t even think it was bad for being an upgraded Mondeo. It was bad because… it was bad. Upgraded sedans can work; the Lexus ES and Acura TL are perfectly competitive. It should work for Jaguar too because they don’t emphasize sport over luxury.

Try again, Jaguar.

03/26, 1:17 PM

posted by:

Bernard Dillon

It would be interesting to know if these people who are condemning the X type are owners or previous owners. There is a jag-lovers web site and the x type forum has contributors who are unhappy about certain problems with their particular vehicle but lots and lots of people who are extremely happy and would/ hopefully will buy again.

It would be interesting to hear the credentials of the critics! Other vehicles share floor pans and components indeed it seems difficult to find a vehicle in the X type sector which does not have some sharing – SAAB’s are Vectra’s!! – still seem to have an enthusiastic following but for some reason Jaguar must have every car as a stand alone sharing nothing – get real they are in a very very competitive market.

 
 
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