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Northcroft



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England 2007 Freelander 2 TD4 HSE Manual Zermatt Silver
Anyone driven a Jaguar XE ??

My 07 HSE is not getting any younger, I have been trying to find cars I may like on autotrader, other than a newer FL2

I do like comfort, a Jag XE seems to fit the bill https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202007171357844

I have never seen a car get such a positive driving review . . Bow down

Quote : - What's it like to drive? 5/5

" . . . .its biggest attraction is that it’s absolutely sensational to drive . . .
Most versions come on a comfort-tuned suspension, The S, meanwhile, has an adaptive suspension that’s available as an option on most other cars in the range. In truth, it doesn’t matter which suspension you plump for, because they’re all simply sensational. No matter what speed you’re going, most bumps and ruts are soaked up without an ounce of fuss, making this a comfortable car in which to both plod around town and bomb along a motorway. The really impressive bit, though, is the handling, which is utterly superb. There’s a huge amount of grip and very tight body control, while the chassis feels really well balanced. Chuck in steering that’s quick, progressive and accurate, and gives just enough feedback to the driver, and few executive saloons are as thrilling to drive No matter what sort of journey you’re doing, this is a car that’ll put a smile on your face. . . . . "



Service intervals ( I believe) every 2 years, also, depending on which version, very low road tax maybe £30 and 50mpg possible (?) !


So I ask, has anyone driven one of these ? 2017 SEAT Ateca 4drive 2.0 xcellence (May 2022 -
2007 HSE with HST bodykit in Zermatt Silver 169,700 miles (dec 2016 - May 2022 )
2007 Honda Civic Type S GT (2012-2017)
2002 Mini Cooper S (2008-2012)
1992 Honda Legend 3.2i (2003-2008)
1990 Honda Concerto (1999-2003)
1985 Honda Accord (1997-1999)
1983 Honda Accord (1993-1997)
1983 Mini Mayfair (1988-1993)
1974 Mini 1000 (1979-1986)

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DennisV



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Yes, I had an XE diesel as a loan car while my Freelander was in for service.

Didn’t like it at all.

Firstly it is far too cramped, especially in the rear.

Secondly, it’s unpleasant inside (but the one I drove was low spec).

Thirdly, and I know it gets high praise for handling, but I found it too “front-endy”. The steering is quick and that gives the impression of good turn in and makes you think it is super responsive, but I found the handling balance was not to my liking.

You can only feel the front end darting around. It’s an artificial feel and doesn’t flow like a well balanced car. (And I’ve run a Lotus Elise and Caterhams for years so don’t mind direct steering).

There is a reason it’s not selling well and will probably be dropped soon by JLR.

Buy, Shortlist, Consider, Avoid? … I’d take a long test drive, and also be driven in the back for a few miles before you consider it. For me it is an avoid.

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Northcroft



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England 2007 Freelander 2 TD4 HSE Manual Zermatt Silver

fair enough ! Bow down 2017 SEAT Ateca 4drive 2.0 xcellence (May 2022 -
2007 HSE with HST bodykit in Zermatt Silver 169,700 miles (dec 2016 - May 2022 )
2007 Honda Civic Type S GT (2012-2017)
2002 Mini Cooper S (2008-2012)
1992 Honda Legend 3.2i (2003-2008)
1990 Honda Concerto (1999-2003)
1985 Honda Accord (1997-1999)
1983 Honda Accord (1993-1997)
1983 Mini Mayfair (1988-1993)
1974 Mini 1000 (1979-1986)

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Sidthecat



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Friend has one; only been a passenger but with slightly dodgy hips found it a bloody nightmare to get in and out due to sloping roofline at the A pillar. Mind you it was comfortable when finally in.
Perhaps if you're smaller (I'm 6:2, 19stone) it wouldn't present such a problem but for that reason alone I couldn't own one

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Bobupndown



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Had an XE R design diesel as a courtesy car for a day. As above, very low not the easiest to get in and out of. Nice driving car, very responsive and an easy 50+ mpg on the trip computer. It didn't feel very 'special as jaguars of old did, its no XJ6 and a bit bland looking too. A nice spec mondeo would match it easily. Landrover - turning owners into mechanics since 1948

2014 Orkney grey Freelander SD4 GS.
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