Segment:
        
        
            Compact Executive Sedan/Wagon
        
     
    
        
            Target Audience:
        
        
            Consumers seeking a blend of premium brand prestige, comfort, and Jaguar's distinctive styling in a more compact and accessible package.
        
     
    
    
        
            Key Competitors:
        
        
            BMW 3 Series, Mercedes-Benz C-Class, Audi A4, Lexus IS.
        
     
    
    
        
            Design Philosophy:
        
        
            Jaguar's signature elegant styling with a focus on driver engagement and comfort.
        
     
    
        
            Platform Basis:
        
        
            Shared platform with the Ford Mondeo (CD132 platform), offering a balance of engineering and cost-effectiveness.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Powertrain:
        
        
            Engine operation, cooling system, fuel system, exhaust system, lubrication.
        
     
    
        
            Drivetrain:
        
        
            All-wheel drive system operation and limitations.
        
     
    
        
            Chassis:
        
        
            Braking system, steering system, suspension system.
        
     
    
        
            Electrical:
        
        
            Lighting system, instrumentation, power outlets, battery, fuses (overview).
        
     
    
        
            Interior:
        
        
            Climate control, audio system, power windows, locks, seats, mirrors, interior lighting, safety belts.
        
     
    
        
            Exterior:
        
        
            Door operation, hood and trunk release, fuel filler door, wipers and washers, exterior lighting operation.
        
     
    
        
            Safety:
        
        
            Airbag system, ABS operation, child seat installation (LATCH/ISOFIX).
        
     
    
        
            Driver Controls:
        
        
            Ignition switch, steering wheel controls, pedal operation, transmission shifter.
        
     
    
    
        
            Operation:
        
        
            Starting and stopping the engine, driving techniques, parking, engaging gears.
        
     
    
        
            Maintenance:
        
        
            Checking fluid levels (oil, coolant, brake fluid, washer fluid), tire pressure checks, bulb replacement (basic).
        
     
    
        
            Troubleshooting:
        
        
            Understanding dashboard warning lights, basic driver-assist system alerts.
        
     
    
        
            Emergency:
        
        
            Changing a flat tire, jump starting the vehicle, safe towing information.
        
     
    
    
        
            Level:
        
        
            Owner-level information, focusing on safe operation, basic maintenance, and feature utilization. Not a full repair manual.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine Code:
        
        
            AJ-V8 (although 2002 X-Type primarily featured V6 engines).
        
     
    
        
            Engine Type:
        
        
            Naturally Aspirated V6
        
     
    
        
            Displacement:
        
        
            2.5 Liters (2544 cc) and 3.0 Liters (2967 cc)
        
     
    
        
            Bore X Stroke:
        
        
            2.5L: 83.0 mm x 77.8 mm; 3.0L: 83.0 mm x 91.4 mm
        
     
    
        
            Compression Ratio:
        
        
            2.5L: 10.0:1; 3.0L: 10.6:1
        
     
    
    
        
            Horsepower 2.5L:
        
        
            194 hp @ 6800 rpm
        
     
    
        
            Torque 2.5L:
        
        
            179 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm
        
     
    
        
            Horsepower 3.0L:
        
        
            237 hp @ 6100 rpm
        
     
    
        
            Torque 3.0L:
        
        
            208 lb-ft @ 4300 rpm
        
     
    
    
        
            Injection Type:
        
        
            Sequential Multi-Port Fuel Injection (MPFI)
        
     
    
        
            Fuel Type:
        
        
            Unleaded Gasoline (91 octane or higher recommended)
        
     
    
    
        
            ECU:
        
        
            Jaguar Electronic Engine Control (JEEC), likely based on Ford's EEC-V system.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Type 2.5L:
        
        
            5-Speed Manual Transmission
        
     
    
    
        
            Type 2.5L And 3.0L:
        
        
            5-Speed Automatic Transmission (ZF 5HP24/5HP30 series)
        
     
    
    
        
            Drivetrain Configuration:
        
        
            All-Wheel Drive (AWD) standard on all models.
        
     
    
        
            AWD System:
        
        
            Active torque distribution system, typically with a power split of 40% front/60% rear. Transfer case integrated with the transmission.
        
     
    
    
        
            Automatic Transmission Fluid:
        
        
            Jaguar JLM 20244 or equivalent DEXRON III/MERCON compatible fluid.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            NHTSA Front Impact:
        
        
            4-star (driver and passenger)
        
     
    
        
            IIHS Front Offset:
        
        
            Acceptable
        
     
    
    
        
            ABS:
        
        
            Standard Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
        
     
    
        
            Traction Control:
        
        
            Standard Traction Control System (TCS)
        
     
    
    
        
            Airbags:
        
        
            Front airbags (driver and passenger), front side-impact airbags. Optional rear side-impact airbags.
        
     
    
        
            Seatbelts:
        
        
            3-point seat belts with pretensioners and load limiters in all seating positions.
        
     
    
        
            Child Seats:
        
        
            ISOFIX/LATCH child seat anchor points in rear outboard seats.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Oil Change Interval:
        
        
            Every 10,000 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first (severe use may require more frequent changes).
        
     
    
        
            Air Filter Replacement:
        
        
            Check every 10,000 miles, replace as needed or every 20,000-30,000 miles.
        
     
    
        
            Cabin Filter Replacement:
        
        
            Every 12,000 miles or 12 months.
        
     
    
        
            Coolant Replacement:
        
        
            Initial change at 100,000 miles, then every 50,000 miles thereafter (use Jaguar-approved coolant).
        
     
    
        
            Spark Plug Replacement:
        
        
            2.5L: 70,000 miles; 3.0L: 100,000 miles (Long-life iridium type).
        
     
    
    
        
            Engine Oil Type:
        
        
            SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Engine Oil, meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C200-CD or Jaguar specification JLM 9327.
        
     
    
        
            Coolant Type:
        
        
            Jaguar Premium Coolant (G48 specification) or equivalent ethylene glycol-based coolant with silicate corrosion inhibitors (Green color).
        
     
    
        
            Brake Fluid Type:
        
        
            DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid.
        
     
    
        
            Power Steering Fluid:
        
        
            Jaguar JLM 9705 or equivalent Dexron II/III Automatic Transmission Fluid.
        
     
    
    
        
            Cooling System:
        
        
            Plastic coolant pipes and reservoir can become brittle, leading to leaks. Water pump is also a common failure point.
        
     
    
        
            Electrical:
        
        
            Corrosion on connectors, particularly in the engine bay and underbody. ABS module failures and sporadic warning lights are noted.
        
     
    
        
            Suspension:
        
        
            Wear in front control arm bushings and sway bar links can lead to clunking noises and poor handling.
        
     
    
        
            Transmission:
        
        
            ZF automatic transmissions can be robust but require diligent fluid changes to prevent wear and slipping.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Jaguar Legacy:
        
        
            Jaguar Cars, a British manufacturer with a long history of producing luxury sports sedans and grand tourers, known for elegant styling and performance.
        
     
    
    
        
            X Type Introduction:
        
        
            Launched in 2001 for the 2002 model year, the X-Type was Jaguar's first compact executive car and their first front-wheel-drive-biased vehicle.
        
     
    
        
            Platform Sharing:
        
        
            Based on the Ford Mondeo's CD132 platform, a decision made during Ford's ownership of Jaguar, aiming for cost efficiencies and faster development.
        
     
    
        
            Body Styles:
        
        
            Available as a 4-door sedan and a 5-door wagon ('Sportwagon').
        
     
    
    
        
            Production Years:
        
        
            2001-2009
        
     
    
        
            Manufacturing Location:
        
        
            Halewood Body & Assembly, Liverpool, England.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Jd Power Initial Quality:
        
        
            Variable, generally received mixed reviews in early years, often trailing segment leaders in initial quality surveys.
        
     
    
        
            Car And Driver Reviews:
        
        
            Often praised for its styling and driving dynamics (especially the 3.0L AWD), but criticized for its Ford platform origins and interior materials compared to German rivals.