2020 Jaguar XE

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Rating7.1

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Compact Sedan
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$39,900 - $46,295
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M. Hannigan 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

The number of trims on offer

Gear ratios not setup right

Spruced up traction control

Well sprunged suspension

Average looking interior

Improved frame structure

Non ergonomic trunk

Specs & Features

$39,900

price

247 hp @ 5500 rpm

horsepower

269 lb.-ft. @ 1300 rpm

torque

8-Speed Automatic

transmission

2.0L 4cyl RWD 8A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Jaguar is known for its famous premium vehicles that offer an ideal mix of both extravagance and game. The 2020 Jaguar XE is no exemption to this. With organization's new much refined 25t 2.0 L Turbocharged motor, Jaguar has endeavored to show the most-`lively vehicle in this portion.

Beginning at the value section of $35,725, the Jaguar XE is a looker and it hypnotizes you into its appeal the minute you look at this vehicle. The Top trim expenses a strong $56,500 however it is an incentive for cash as it offers truly great highlights and instinctive tech suite. Jaguar appears to comprehend what it's doing by pulling in its first-time purchasers with the lively motor and rich looks which its objective clients will truly appreciate.

Buying Advice

The best purchasing alternative would be the Jaguar XE R Sport. Despite the fact that it is evaluated only in the middle of the base and the best end trim. Jaguar XE R Sport variation has every one of the highlights one would require for pragmatic purposes. You do lose a little on the solace and more on the top notch insides when contrasted with the XE Portfolio yet sparing $10,000 is by all accounts worth the torment. Nonetheless, for the individuals who lean toward speed over extravagance, Jaguar XE S is for you as the Supercharged V6 motor is a greatly improved entertainer than the Turbocharged Ingenium motor found in XE Portfolio.

Comparative Analysis against Competition

The XE is an immediate challenge to 2020 models of Audi A4, BMW 3-series, and the Mercedes Benz C-Class. It is extremely difficult to rival these brands however Jaguar is quite serious with regards to conveying what purchasers need. Following oneself driving vehicles pattern, Jaguar has additionally enhanced its Cruise control framework by presenting the All Surface Progress Control (ASPC), which enables you to keep up the speed regardless of what the surface is. This is an element we'd like to find in opponent autos.

Features
8.0/10

The new Jaguar XE is accessible in 6 trims going from $35,725 to $56,500 with huge changes along the line. Every one of the variations of Jaguar XE can be requested in both back or all-wheel-drive however the later can be relied upon to be progressively normal in the market. Every one of the trims are controlled by Jaguar's 2.0 L Turbocharged Engine with Diesel choice additionally accessible, aside from the Jaguar XE S which is fueled by a 380 hp Supercharged V6 motor.

Trims

XE

XE Premium

XE Prestige

XE R-Sport

XE S

XE Portfolio

Starting MSRP

$35,725

$38,325

$42,225

$45,825

$52,275

$56,500

Features

Choice of 247 hp turbocharged gas or 180 hp turbocharged diesel engines Available AWD

Available 296 hp turbocharged Ingenium engine

   

380 hp Supercharged V6 engine

296 hp turbocharged Ingenium engine

 

17” alloy wheels

18” or 19” alloy wheels (30t only)

18” or 19” alloy wheels (30t only)

Perforated Grained leather Sports seats with contrast stitch

19-Inch Alloy Wheels

19-Inch Alloy Wheels

 

All Surface Progress Control

Auto-dimming and power-folding exterior door mirrors

Grained leather seats with contrast stitch

‘R-Sport’ body kit

18-way Grained Leather and Suede cloth Sport seats with Suede cloth inserts and contrast stitch

18-way perforated Windsor Leather seats

 

Jaguar Sound System with HD Radio

Driver seat and exterior mirror memory

Heated front seats and heated steering wheel

Adaptive Xenon headlights with LED signature daytime running lights and Auto High Beam Assist

’S’ body kit

Yulong White Exterior

 

Electric tilt & slide glass moonroof

Rear-folding seat (40:20:40 split)

4-way front seat power lumbar support

Lane Keep Assist & Driver Condition Monitor

Adaptive Dynamics with Configurable Dynamics

Sienna Tan interior

 

Meridian 380W Sound System with 11 speakers

Power steering column adjustment

Blind Spot Monitor with Closing Vehicle Sensing and Reverse Traffic Detection

   
     

Emergency Braking

Bright Metal Pedals

 

We Recommend

The best purchasing alternative would be the Jaguar XE R Sport. Despite the fact that it is evaluated only in the middle of the base and the best end trim. Jaguar XE R Sport variation has every one of the highlights one would require for pragmatic purposes. You do lose a little on the solace and more on the top notch insides when contrasted with the XE Portfolio yet sparing $10,000 is by all accounts worth the torment. Nonetheless, for the individuals who lean toward speed over extravagance, Jaguar XE S is for you as the Supercharged V6 motor is a greatly improved entertainer than the Turbocharged Ingenium motor found in XE Portfolio.

Fuel Economy
5.0/10

The Jaguar XE figures out how to accomplish an amazing mileage even after this power is produced from this magnificence. The organization asserts a normal MPG of 28 with 25 MPG in the city and highway efficiency being 34 MPG.

Model

Jaguar XE

Audi A4

BMW 3-Series

Mercedes-Benz C Class

City (MPG)

25

27

24

24

Highway (MPG)

34

37

34

33

Combined (MPG)

28

31

27

27

Of course, Audi A4 gives you better economy at 31 MPG however Jaguar XE still figures out how to contend in Eco mode. The vehicle effectively gives an efficiency close to 40 MPG on the interstate when driven on Eco mode. Presently, that is an amazing figure directly there.

Interior
6.0/10

“Jaguar's interior aesthetic is clean and modern, with generally high-quality materials, and is the perfect match for the XE's handsome exterior.” -Car and Driver 

Seating and Comfort

The Jaguar XE amalgamates the quality and comfort of the interiors seamlessly. Mostly inspired by its bigger sister, the XF, the interiors of the XE are at par with it. Now when it comes to space it utilizes, the Jaguar does not impress and the rear seats are just downright cramped even if you seat 2 in the back. The materials inside are mostly black or shades of grey and there's not much of gimmick going on inside. All in all, XE has rather well-carpeted interior and almost nudges into the Mercedes territory.

Model

Jaguar XE

Audi A4

BMW 3-Series

Mercedes-Benz C Class

Passenger Capacity

5

5

5

5

Front Head Room (in)

37.0

38.9

40.3

40.9

Front Leg Room (in)

41.5

41.3

42

41.7

Front Shoulder Room (in)

56.8

55.9

55.1

55.3

Second Head Room (in)

37.0

37.4

37.7

37.1

Second Leg Room (in)

35.0

35.7

35.1

35.2

Second Shoulder Room (in)

54.7

54.5

55.1

55

Be that as it may, for the general in the back, the seats don't offer much comfort and furthermore the legroom is entirely tight. Jaguar XE is agreeable for 5 travelers at any given moment however the principle issue exists in the lot lesser headroom which a portion of its competition is better at.

Infotainment System

The 2020 Jaguar XE gives an 8-inch touch screen board as standard which just sits in the ideal position with simple access to the driver just as the travelers. The on-screen catches are truly huge making it simple to use for the driver. The infotainment solidifies now and then or responds moderately to the touch which Jaguar needs to work at. A portion of the standard infotainment highlights include:

??Bluetooth

??USB/AUX

??6-speaker Audio

??Voice Recognition

Interior Features

??Dual Climate Control Zones

??Mood Lighting

??Windsor Leather seats

The XE Portfolio likewise accompanies Sienna Tan Interior. Generally speaking the dashboard configuration obtains indistinguishable logic from the outside of the vehicle - smooth, steady and exquisite.

Cargo Volume

In terms of the trunk capacity, Jaguar XE easily beats the competition with its 15.9 cubic feet. In comparison, the Audi A4 and BMW 3 series only have 13 cubic feet trunk while the Mercedes Benz C class falls further behind.

Model

Jaguar XE

Audi A4

BMW 3-Series

Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Trunk Volume (ft3)

15.9

13

13

12.6

However, this huge trunk volume is limited by the narrow trunk opening given in the XE which is a big turn-off if you want to pack some big stuff.

Exterior
6.0/10

“The 2020 XE takes all of the good inspiration from other compact luxury sedans, and none of the risks, too.” –Car Connection

Dimension and Weight

The 2020 Jaguar XE measures around 183.9 inches long, 72.8 inches in broadness, and 55.8 inches in tallness. These measurements make the XE somewhat more extensive than the challenge however regardless it isn't the length of the Audi A4 and Mercedes C Class which measure 186.1 inches and 184.5 inches long individually. The Jaguar XE has a base check load of 3395 lbs and the wheelbase is set at 111.6 inches.

Model

Jaguar XE

Audi A4

BMW 3-Series

Mercedes-Benz C Class

Length (in)

183.9

186.1

182.5

184.5

Width (in)

72.8

72.5

71.3

71.3

Height (in)

55.8

56.2

56.3

56.8

Wheelbase (in)

111.6

111

110.6

111.8

Base Curb Weight (lbs)

3395

3450

3295

3594

Track Width, Front (in)

62.8

61.9

60.3

61.5

Track Width, Rear (in)

62.4

61.2

61.9

60.9

Features

  • 19-inch Sporty Alloy Wheels
  • Adaptive Xenon headlights
  • Jaguar’s Signature ‘J’ Blade Daytime Running lights
  • Electric Tilt and Slide Moonroof

Safety
8.1/10

Security has not been imperiled in the XE as you get the driver and front traveler airbags with traveler situate inhabitant locator, side airbags for both front and back with full-length side window blind airbags. The Crash test appraisals from NHTSA and IIHS are not yet accessible. A portion of the standard wellbeing highlights include:

  • Emergency Brake Assist
  • Powered Child locks
  • Seat Belt Reminder
  • Airbags - driver and front passenger, with seat occupant detector for passenger
  • Front side airbags
  • Full-length side window curtain airbags
  • Front-seat whiplash protection
  • ISOFIX rear

Competition
9.0/10

BMW 3 Series

For execution lovers, Jaguar XE is by all accounts a more powerful choice than the BMW 3 series particularly at the base cost however on the off chance that you go higher on the value, BMW has significantly more to offer with more lodge space and a more instinctive infotainment framework than the XE. The additional extravagance includes in BMW effectively prevail upon Jaguar's beefier motor.

Audi A4

The execution of both these vehicles is neck to neck so you can't turn out badly with both of them however the absence of extravagance in Jaguar XE appears on and on which does you change to the Audi A4 whose insides feel undeniably increasingly worth the cost you are paying. You additionally get minor upgrades like enhanced infotainment framework and Apple CarPlay availability.

Mercedes Benz C Class

Mercedes Benz C Class may not be as quick as the Jaguar XE but rather what you get is one of the most tasteful in the segment that shouts premium everywhere. You likewise get extra wellbeing highlights like Driver Alert Monitoring system and the signature Collision Prevention Assist.

Final Verdict

The Jaguar XE conveys all that you would need to the table yet despite everything it needs something. The XE effectively has the capability of being the ideal vehicle in this portion if not for a couple of blemishes and the defects are with the end goal that can't be ignored by any means. Jaguar XE is a standout amongst the best entertainers in its fragment yet the transmission slack is a colossal dissatisfaction for a motor with such potential.

This vehicle is additionally effectively one of the ravishing autos in the market, both outwardly and inside yet the absence of headroom and legroom is somewhat burdened. It has the biggest trunk volume in its class however on the other hand, the restricted trunk opening doesn't do appropriate equity to the meaty payload space.

 

Trims

    S
    $39,900 onwards
    • Engine: 2.0L 4cyl RWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 247 hp @ 5500 rpm hp
    • Torque: 269 lb.-ft. @ 1300 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 6.2 sec
    • Top Speed: 155 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 28 mpg
    R-Dynamic S
    $46,295 onwards
    • Engine: 2.0L 4cyl AWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 296 hp @ 5500 rpm hp
    • Torque: 295 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 5.4 sec
    • Top Speed: 155 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 25 mpg

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Price

$39,900- $46,295

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.1

Horsepower

296 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque

295 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm

Capacity

5

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Gasoline

7.26

252 hp @ 6200 rpm

260 lb.-ft. @ 1400 rpm

5

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Gasoline

6.59

300 hp @ 6400 rpm

295 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm

5

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Gasoline

6.35

241 hp @ 5200 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1650 rpm

5

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Gasoline

7.29

311 hp @ 6600 rpm

280 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

5

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Gasoline

7.18

221 hp @ 5800 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1800 rpm

5

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Gasoline

7.2

250 hp @ 5500 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm

5

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Gasoline

7.35

280 hp @ 5200 rpm

306 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

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Gasoline

7.66

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Gasoline

8.34

255 hp @ 5800 rpm

273 lb.-ft. @ 1800 rpm

5

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2020 Jaguar XE vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    6.2 sec14.3 sec155 mph
    5.5 sec13.8 sec152 mph
    5.5 sec14 sec142 mph
    5.6 sec14.1 sec130 mph
    5.6 sec13.8 sec-
    5.9 sec--

    2020 Jaguar XE vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      25 mpg34 mpg28 mpg16.6 gal.415/564.4 mi.
      2020 Audi A4

      Ranked #1

      27 mpg35 mpg30 mpg15.3 gal.413.1/535.5 mi.
      26 mpg36 mpg30 mpg15.6 gal.405.6/561.6 mi.
      24 mpg35 mpg28 mpg17.4 gal.417.6/609 mi.
      25 mpg35 mpg28 mpg13.5 gal.337.5/472.5 mi.
      23 mpg34 mpg27 mpg17 gal.-

      2020 Jaguar XE vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        2020 Jaguar XE

        Ranked #10

        184.2 in.77.4 in.55.7 in.4.5 in.111.6 in.
        189.6 in.71.8 in.57.2 in.5 in.112.2 in.
        2020 Audi A4

        Ranked #2

        187.5 in.72.7 in.56.2 in.5.2 in.111 in.
        187.4 in.72.8 in.56.3 in.5.8 in.113.1 in.
        187.2 in.71.4 in.56 in.-109.3 in.
        185.7 in.71.9 in.56.8 in.5.7 in.112.2 in.

        2020 Jaguar XE vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          14.5 cu.ft.91 cu.ft.14.5 cu.ft.
          13 cu.ft.130.5 cu.ft.72.2 cu.ft.
          10.5 cu.ft.93.8 cu.ft.68.6 cu.ft.
          12 cu.ft.95.4 cu.ft.64.5 cu.ft.
          12.6 cu.ft.-48.9 cu.ft.
          10.7 cu.ft.93.5 cu.ft.46 cu.ft.

          2020 Jaguar XE vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            120.1 cu.ft.14.5 cu.ft.14.5 cu.ft.-
            64.5 cu.ft.12 cu.ft.64.5 cu.ft.-
            12.8 cu.ft.11.6 cu.ft.12.8 cu.ft.-
            48.9 cu.ft.12.6 cu.ft.48.9 cu.ft.-
            13.2 cu.ft.13.2 cu.ft.13.2 cu.ft.-
            72.2 cu.ft.13 cu.ft.72.2 cu.ft.76 ft.

            2020 Jaguar XE vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              --3385 lbs.
              2000 lbs.890 lbs.3657 lbs.
              905 lbs.905 lbs.3521 lbs.
              --3422 lbs.
              -1158 lbs.3472 lbs.
              --3594 lbs.

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