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#6 of 2563 bandleader by pmvi Jan 29, 2001 (2:58 pm)
It's hard to say how it would compare until it's out, but I would expect to compare most closely with the MB C-class. I don't think it will be as large as the Acura or Lexus.   Another car you may want to add to that list is the Volvo S60. I just ordered one (the high performance T5 version), and it is an awesome ride! I chose it over the german cars since it is bigger and IMO better looking. It probably won't corner like the RWD/AWD cars, but it still handles extremely well and has a comfortable ride.
#7 of 2563 Maintenance by neeker Jan 30, 2001 (7:06 am)
I spoke with a Jag dealer at the Detroit Auto Show concerning the -types and, quite frankly, he didn't seem to have a clue. What will be interesting is the reliability and maintenance costs. Since it'll be running the Ford engines is it safe to assume that things like oil changes can be handled fairly easily (and in expensively?). I know the warranty includes standard maintenance, but I drive a lot of miles and would like to get a feel, as best as could be gotten, what upkeep might be like. Given the snow, I like the AWD and might be willing to wait. The Volvo S60 had been at the top of my list, but their AWD (which I believe comes out later this year) sounds like it might be more expensive than the Jag. Anybody have any thoughts?
#8 of 2563 More info... by thebandleader Jan 30, 2001 (7:06 am)
The Jaguar x-type site:   www.x-type.com   Congratulations on the Volvo order. It sounds awesome.
#9 of 2563 My guess is... by thebandleader Jan 30, 2001 (7:16 am)
I think both will be fairly reliable (the Volvo and the Jaguar). Since the Jaguar is based on the Mondeo platform, reliability should be better than the Jaguars of old (pre Ford). As I mentioned earlier, I had a 95 Mystique. It had the V6/5sp and was a kick to drive and easy to maintain. The x will have considerably more power.   I read once in a automotive magazine that the initial Mystiques/Contours had a negative profit margin in an attempt to have them catch on in the US. This was cool for folks like me who had a limited budget. The car was better than its price would have indicated. I certainly felt it was so.
#10 of 2563 X-type Questions by carjim Jan 30, 2001 (7:19 am)
1. Will the engine be mounted sideways (transverse)? Or will it be longitudinal? 2. When is the street date? I can only hope a sample will be at the Dallas New Car Show in March.
#11 of 2563 Dallas in March? by neeker Jan 30, 2001 (7:51 am)
They're keeping a very tight lid on any details (i.e. pricing etc...) until the Geneva Auto Show in March. Don't know about Dallas, but would not anticipate they would have a car there.
#12 of 2563 Engine by thebandleader Jan 30, 2001 (9:17 am)
Transverse.   Late summer/early fall ... 2001
#13 of 2563 by rea98d Jan 30, 2001 (4:57 pm)
Bandleader, the Jag will literally blow the Neon out of the water. (I noticed) Then again, an Escort blows the Neon out of the water!
#14 of 2563 The Neon by thebandleader Jan 31, 2001 (7:26 am)
I put the Neon in the list to see if anyone was reading.   hee hee
#15 of 2563 Omaha Auto Show by giowa Feb 05, 2001 (8:11 am)
At last month's Omaha Auto Show the Jaguar dealer was passing out some informational material. Mainly just some very nice photographs, both interior and exterior. My wife fell in love with it and says she has to have one. (Would replace our '00 Lincoln LS8 Sport). Didn't have any specifications, though I do think it mentioned it being 4WD. When I asked the rep about it, he didn't have much to say. Other than they looked forward to getting it so they could compete with BMW 3-Series, Volvo S-40, Infiniti G20, Saab 9.3, etc. He was hoping it would sticker for well under $30K, but thought it might be like BMW 3-Series and have a large price range due to varying option packages and standalone options.

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