2007 JAGUAR X-TYPE V6 SE

The Jaguar X-Type 2.0 (2001-2009) used the 2.0-litre Duratec four-cylinder with 130hp. Entry-level but still refined. Front-wheel drive only. Most affordable Jaguar of its era.

Engine: 2.0 four - timing belt, thermostat. V6 - generally reliable but coil packs fail. 2.2 diesel - dual-mass flywheel, DPF. Transmission: Manual good. Auto - check for jerky shifts. Transfer case: AWD models - check operation. Electrics: Ford-era complexity. Rust: Check rear arches, sills, subframes. Estate: Check tailgate seals. Budget £1-2k annually. Generally reliable if maintained.

3.0 V6 engine, All-wheel drive, Estate body (rare), Sport specification, Low mileage, Good service history