Jaguar introduced its 2008 model year X-Type that has received Jaguar’s signature look with a new bright mesh grille (same as the 2008 S-Type & XJ) and a simplified line-up which sees the ‘Classic’ and ‘Sport’ derivatives dropped, leaving 4-trim levels: ‘S’, ‘SE’, ‘Sport Premium’ and ‘Sovereign’. Moreover, Jaguar announced that two new colours will be available from September: Porcelain White which replaces White Onyx and a completely new colour, Blue Prism.

What is that -you were expecting something more than a mesh grille and a simplified line-up? Think of it this way; consider it a miracle that Jaguar is even trying to keep X-Type alive... -Full Press Release after the jump

X-TYPE: JAGUAR X-TYPE NOW OFFERS CUSTOMERS EVEN GREATER VALUE

Revealed today at the Canary Wharf Motorexpo, Jaguar has revised and simplified its X-TYPE model line-up offering customers outstanding value-for-money across the range. By consolidating the current line-up, the new model now benefits from a breadth of feature additions and changes to exterior styling without generating a price increase.

Built at Halewood, Jaguar’s award-winning manufacturing facility in Liverpool, the X-TYPE combines a fresh performance spirit, handling agility and innovative technology with the luxury, craftsmanship and refinement for which Jaguar is renowned.

The latest changes to the X-TYPE model line-up will see the ‘Classic’ and ‘Sport’ derivative dropped, leaving the ‘S’, ‘SE’, ‘Sport Premium’ and ‘Sovereign’ to form the heart of the range.

The refreshed model will retain its four engines – the 2.0 and 2.2-litre diesels, the 2.5-litre V6 petrol and the 3.0-litre V6 petrol all-wheel drive (AWD). The 3.0-litre V6 petrol AWD will only be available to buy in the estate version.

A Fresh Face

The X-TYPE has been given Jaguar’s signature look with a new Bright Mesh Grille. Additionally, two new colours will be available from September production. Porcelain White replaces White Onyx and Blue Prism is a completely new colour for the X-TYPE range.

Outstanding Value

X-TYPE customers can now benefit from outstanding value-for-money with the following popular features now standard across the range:

• Bluetooth connectivity
• 17” Alloy wheels
• Bright mesh grille
• Leather or leather / cloth seats
• Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
• Multi-function steering wheel
• Three rear head restraints
• Trip computer with message centre
• Folding 70/30 split rear seats (estate and saloon)
• Cruise control
• Auto Clear View Pack (includes rain sensing wipers, automatic headlamps and interior rear-view mirror with auto-dimming)

Enhancements to the X-TYPE product range in the UK simplify the line-up to four trim levels, while pricing is more straightforward with exactly £1,000 difference between the 2.0-litre diesel, the 2.2-litre diesel and the 2.5-litre V6 petrol on all specifications:

X-TYPE S (2.0-litre diesel saloon and estate, 2.2-litre diesel saloon and estate and 2.5 V6 petrol saloon and estate)

The entry level to the range will be the 2.0-litre diesel S with no price change at £21,500 for the saloon. In addition to the other features being added to the whole range, the X-TYPE S now features upgraded seat functionality to 4 way driver / 4 way passenger and a front centre console with sliding arm rest. The 2.2-litre diesel is priced at £22,500, while the 2.5-litre V6 petrol will be £23,500. The estate costs £1,400 more than the saloon on all engine derivatives.

A new optional 'S Sport' pack is available to order on the X-TYPE S and is priced at £800 for the saloon and £700 for the estate. This includes: Aruba 18” alloy wheels; sports suspension; boot lid spoiler (saloon only) and body coloured grille surround.

X-TYPE SE (2.0-litre diesel saloon and estate, 2.2-litre diesel saloon and estate and 2.5 V6 petrol saloon and estate)

The X-TYPE SE adds to the S range with power-folding exterior mirrors, parking aid with front and rear sensors, chrome bumper blades and side window surrounds and 6 way driver / 6 way passenger seat functionality with lumbar support. Pricing has again remained unchanged for the 2.0-litre diesel estate SE, priced at £25,500 and the 2.2-litre diesel at £26,500. The 2.5-litre V6 petrol is now priced at £27,500. The estate costs £1,400 more than the saloon on all engine derivatives.

X-TYPE Sport Premium (2.0-litre diesel saloon and estate, 2.2-litre diesel saloon and estate, 2.5 V6 petrol saloon and estate and 3.0-litre petrol estate)

The X-TYPE Sport Premium adds to the SE range in the form of an option pack and is priced at £1,000 above the SE price for each engine derivative. Additional features include sport perforated leather 4-spoke steering wheel, sport style seats with perforated leather seat facings, 10 way driver / 10 way passenger seat adjustment with 3 position memory function for driver, 18” Proteus alloy wheels, sports suspension, rear spoiler (saloon only), carbon fibre veneer, body coloured bumpers and grille surround and satin black side window surrounds. The 3.0-litre petrol estate is priced at £30,300.

X-TYPE Sovereign (2.0-litre diesel saloon and estate, 2.2-litre diesel saloon and estate, 2.5 V6 petrol saloon and estate and 3.0-litre petrol estate)

The-TYPE Sovereign adds to the SE range in the form of an option pack and is priced at £2,500 more than the X-TYPE SE for each engine derivative. The Sovereign option pack features a 6-disc luggage compartment CD changer, classic style seats with leather seat facings and contrast piping, 10 way driver / 10 way passenger seat adjustment and 3 position memory function for driver, metallic paint, Jaguar Premium Surround Sound system and Jaguar Voice. Customers choosing the Sovereign pack will also have a leather steering wheel and Burr Walnut veneer with door inserts.

On sale from July this year, the X-TYPE 2008 Model Year provides a series of specification enhancements across the range that deliver an excellent value-for-money proposition for customers.

UK PRICES

• MODEL 2.0 diesel 2.2 diesel 2.5 V6 petrol 3.0 petrol
• S saloon £21,500 £22,500 £23,500
• S estate £22,900 £23,900 £24,900
• SE saloon £25,500 £26,500 £27,500
• SE estate £26,900 £27,900 £28,900
• Sport Premium saloon £26,500 £27,500 £28,500
• Sport Premium estate £27,900 £28,900 £29,900 £30,300
• Sovereign saloon £28,000 £29,000 £30,000
• Sovereign estate £29,400 £30,400 £31,400 £31,800

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