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Verdict
Saloon rated 5 stars by Euro NCAP in 2015 and named best in its class (large family cars) that year. The point of vigilance is the 2.0 Ingenium diesel, whose timing chain is documented as fragile. Insist on proof of servicing and, if possible, a car dated after the timing chain service at the end of 2019.
- Reliability
- 4.0/5
- Indicative prices
- €12,800 – €20,900
- Monthly cost
- €456
- Euro NCAP
- 5/5
Which version to choose
Versions to favour: 2.0 essence 200 ch, 2.0 essence 250 ch.
2.0D 163 ch
Diesel · Manual · 163 hp · Crit'Air 2
2.0 diesel with 380 Nm of torque, 6-speed manual gearbox. Affected by the timing chain vigilance.
2.0D 180 ch
Diesel · Manual · 180 hp · Crit'Air 2
2.0 diesel with 430 Nm of torque, 6-speed manual or 8-speed automatic depending on trim. Affected by the timing chain vigilance.
2.0 essence 200 ch
✓ RecommendedPetrol · Automatic · 200 hp · 7.1 L/100 km · 162 g CO₂/km · Crit'Air 1
2.0 petrol with 320 Nm of torque, 8-speed automatic gearbox. The forums consulted do not report the diesel's chain problems for this engine.
2.0 essence 250 ch
✓ RecommendedPetrol · Automatic · 250 hp · Crit'Air 1
2.0 petrol with 365 Nm of torque, 8-speed automatic gearbox, 0 to 100 km/h in 6.5 s according to the listings consulted.
Market prices
€12,800 – €20,900
Indicative range: 2015 to 2020, yearly medians of 133 online listings collected by iAutos (years with at least 3 listings).
Collected on 20 October 2026 from the sources below. Our own survey of listings, by year and mileage, will refine it.
Known faults
Timing chain of the 2.0 Ingenium diesel
Severity 3/3 · SeriousThe 2.0 Ingenium diesel in the XE is described by several specialist sources and forums as prone to timing chain wear: a metallic noise on cold start, camshaft fault codes, and a chain located at the rear of the engine that requires removing the gearbox to reach it. The sources mention a chain service at the end of 2019 (forum); check whether the chain has already been replaced.
- Versions
- 2.0D 163 ch, 2.0D 180 ch
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Manufacturer recalls
See the official list on RappelConso (new tab) (French government recall site: category “Automobiles et moyens de déplacement”, search “Jaguar XE”). A dealer for the brand can also check, using the vehicle identification number (VIN), that recalls have been carried out.
Real monthly cost
Fuel, insurance, maintenance and depreciation, excluding finance. Move the slider to match your mileage. How it is calculated
| Fuel or electricity | €175 |
|---|---|
| Insurance | €100 |
| Maintenance | €41 |
| Depreciation | €140 |
| Total per month | €456 |
⚠ Estimates to treat with caution
- NEDC consumption (older, more optimistic than WLTP) as no WLTP figure is published: fuel is probably slightly underestimated.
- Maintenance: published servicing price plus an estimated allowance for tyres and brakes.
- Depreciation estimated at 12% of the median price a year, as no year-by-year valuation is usable.
Calculation details (12,000 km a year)
- Fuel (petrol)€175
2.0 essence 200 ch version: combined consumption of 7.1 L/100 km, increased by 15% for real-world driving, at 2.14 €/L, for 1,000 km a month.
7.1 × 1.15 × 2.14 € × 10 = €175
Petrol price (SP95-E10): French national average on 7 October 2026.
- Insurance€100
Average monthly premium published for this model by insurance comparison sites (comprehensive cover when stated). Your premium depends on your profile.
- Maintenance€41
Servicing and wear parts (tyres, brakes) for 12,000 km a year, per month.
- Depreciation€140
Value lost in a year by a typical example, from the valuation gap between two years, per month.
Inspection checklist
Jaguar XE I — inspection checklist
Things to check
- Diesel: listen to a cold start (metallic chain noise) and have the engine fault codes read.
- Diesel: ask whether the timing chain has been replaced and with which part (service at the end of 2019).
- Check the engine oil level and condition, with oil change invoices.
- Check the complete service book, preferably within the Jaguar network or with a specialist.
- Test the infotainment screen and the dashboard.
Questions to ask the seller
- Has the timing chain been replaced? Do you have the invoice?
- What is the date of first registration (before or after the end of 2019)?
- What is the main use (short or long journeys) and how often were oil changes done?
Test-drive tip: read the fault codes
A warning light that is off proves nothing: a fault may have been cleared just before the viewing. A Bluetooth OBD2 scanner, plugged in under the steering wheel and read on your phone, shows stored codes and whether all emissions readiness tests have run since the last reset.
Electric or hybrid equivalent
No direct electric or hybrid equivalent in our guides. Simulate combustion vs electric cost
Alternatives
Photo: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0
BMW Série 3
VII (G20/G21) · since 2019
- Price
- €17,000 – €40,000
- Reliability
- 5/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Diesel, Hybrid
Photo: OWS Photography, CC BY 4.0
Lexus IS
III (XE30) · 2013–2020
- Price
- €16,500 – €27,990
- Reliability
- 4.5/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Hybrid
Photo: OWS Photography, CC BY 4.0
Jaguar XF
II (X260) · 2015–2024
- Price
- €15,200 – €18,200
- Reliability
- 3.5/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Diesel
Before you buy: check and equip
Check the history
Before paying, check the administrative status (lien, objection, declared claims) and the mileage recorded at the roadworthiness test.
Read fault codes
An OBD scanner plugged in under the steering wheel shows stored fault codes, even with warning lights off: useful during the test drive.
Parts and maintenance
Compare prices of parts for the Jaguar XE I (timing, brakes, filters) to estimate the repairs to plan for.
Insure the car
Insurance prices vary widely from one model to another: get a quote before signing.
Frequently asked questions
Does the Jaguar XE have good crash test results?
Yes: five stars at Euro NCAP in 2015, with 92% for adult occupant protection and 82% for child occupant protection, and the title of best in its class (large family cars).
How big is the Jaguar XE's boot?
455 litres measured by What Car?, which is 25 litres less than the Audi A4, BMW 3 Series and Mercedes C-Class of the time; the rear seat folds 40/20/40.
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