Used 2018 Jaguar XE 20d Prestige Sedan Review
Consumer reviews
There are no consumer reviews for the 2018 Jaguar XE 20d Prestige Sedan.
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2018 Jaguar XE 20d Prestige Sedan
Pros & Cons
- Pro:Speed and acceleration from 340-/380-hp V6 engine is exhilarating
- Pro:Impressive fuel economy with optional diesel engine
- Pro:Exhibits sharp handling and steering performance around turns
- Con:Quality of interior materials and assembly doesn't stack up to rivals
- Con:Backseat is relatively cramped
- Con:Auto stop-start system is abrupt and unrefined
Which XE does Edmunds recommend?
The XE range is broad enough to satisfy most buyers, from those just looking for a classy European sport sedan to those who enjoy courting traffic violations. We think the Prestige hits the sweet spot, offering the luxury features you expect in a Jaguar sedan — leather upholstery, heated seats, navigation, premium sound system — without ascending to the high-performance realms of the upper trims. Those who thirst for more performance can order the Prestige with a V6 engine, and you can even option the driver assistance features that come standard on the higher trim levels.
Full Edmunds Review: 2018 Jaguar XE Sedan
Driving
7.5While its thrust and braking are workaday, the XE's fundamental chassis has good bones. It's too bad that this sport model has all-season tires, which cap the fun. Nevertheless, its all-wheel drive is largely invisible from behind the wheel, affording traction without spoiling the steering.
Comfort
8.0Don't go thinking that the R-Sport billing will ruin the ride quality. In fact, the ride is appropriately firm but never, ever harsh. It's the highlight of the XE's comfort, though its seats and well-balanced noise levels don't disappoint. While effective, its climate control layout isn't the best.
Interior
6.5The interior is a mixed bag. Though the cabin has solid front headroom, this is a small cabin that feels even more so due to the sweep of the dashboard. The driving position is quite good, but visibility could be better. None of its shortcomings are deal-breakers, but competitors are more consistent.
Utility
6.5Its trunk is reasonably deep with a low liftover height, but the cabin storage is skimpy. The nooks it has are small, and the door pockets are suitable for maps only. Car seat anchors are very prominent, however, though the limited backseat space may be an issue for packaging the car seat.
Technology
6.5The XE's optional upgraded navigation system interface is a fast, feature-laden and worthwhile improvement over the standard one if you're not a smartphone nav user. The smartphone integration can be clunky. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto would be a prime solution for this.
Edmunds Insurance Estimator
The Edmunds TCO® estimated monthly insurance payment for a 2018 Jaguar XE in Ohio is:
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