Jaguar XE

Jaguar XE
Overview
Manufacturer Jaguar Cars
Production 13 April 2015–
Assembly Solihull, West Midlands
Designer Ian Callum
Body and chassis
Class Compact executive
Body style 4-door saloon
Layout FR layout
Platform Jaguar iQ[Al]
Related
Powertrain
Engine
  • 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged petrol
  • 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged diesel
  • 3.0L V6 supercharged petrol
Transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase 2,835 mm (111.6 in)
Length 4,672 mm (183.9 in)
Width 1,850 mm (72.8 in)
Height 1,416 mm (55.7 in)
Curb weight 1,474 kg (3,250 lb) - 1,665 kg (3,671 lb)
Chronology
Predecessor Jaguar X-Type
Rear view
Jaguar Land Rover Ingenium engine

The Jaguar XE (codename X760)[1] is compact executive car manufactured by British manufacturer Jaguar. The model was launched at the March 2014 Geneva Motor Show, with production beginning in April 2015.[2][3]

The XE is the first compact executive Jaguar since the 2009 model year X-Type and is the first of several Jaguar models to be built using Jaguar's new modular aluminium architecture, moving the company away from the Ford derived platforms that were used in the past for the X-Type and XF. The use of Jaguar's own platform allows the XE to feature either rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive configurations, and it is the first car in its segment with an aluminium monocoque structure.[4][5]

The XE launched as a four door saloon, but estate and coupé variants may follow.[6]

Overview

The vehicle was announced, but not displayed, at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show.[2] It had its world première on 8 September 2014 in London.[7][8] Sales are expected to begin globally in 2015, followed by the United States in 2016.[9] Production formally commenced on 13 April 2015 at Jaguar Land Rover's Solihull plant.[3]

Engines

The XE is powered by the new Jaguar Land Rover 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol and diesel engine range called Ingenium and the Jaguar AJ-V6 3.0-litre supercharged V6 petrol engine used by the F-Type.[10][11] The V6 engines features in higher performance variants.[11]

The Ingenium 2.0-litre engine family comes in both petrol and diesel variants and in a range of different power outputs. The 2.0-litre diesel producing 163 PS (120 kW; 161 hp) plays a part in reducing the overall averaged fuel consumption and carbon emission figures of new Jaguars, being capable of beating the 25 km/L (71 mpg-imp; 59 mpg-US) barrier, and producing CO2 emissions of 99 g/km.[12][13] The cleanest models in Britain are exempt from the London congestion charge and have Vehicle Excise Duty charged at £0 per year.[5]

Jaguar's Special Operations division will prepare a high performance variant to compete with the Audi RS 4, the BMW M3 and the Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG. This model will use the Jaguar AJ-V8 5.0-litre supercharged V8 engine, developing 500 PS (370 kW; 490 hp).[14]

Engine Cylinders Transmission Power Torque Emissions CO2 Speed Acceleration (0-62)
2.0 (1999 cc) diesel 4 6-speed manual 161 bhp (120 kW; 163 PS) 280 lb·ft (380 N·m) 99 g/km 132 mph (212 km/h) 8.4 secs
2.0 (1999 cc) diesel 4 8-speed auto 161 bhp (120 kW; 163 PS) 280 lb·ft (380 N·m) 104 g/km 132 mph (212 km/h) 8.2 secs
2.0 (1999 cc) diesel 4 6-speed man/8-speed auto 178 bhp (133 kW; 180 PS) 316 lb·ft (428 N·m) 109 g/km 140 mph (225 km/h) 7.7 secs
2.0 (1999 cc) petrol 4 8-speed auto 197 bhp (147 kW; 200 PS) 206 lb·ft (279 N·m) 179 g/km 147 mph (237 km/h) 7.7 secs
2.0 (1999 cc) petrol 4 8-speed auto 237 bhp (177 kW; 240 PS) 250 lb·ft (339 N·m) 179 g/km 155 mph (249 km/h) 6.8 secs
3.0 (2995 cc) petrol V6 8-speed auto 335 bhp (250 kW; 340 PS) 332 lb·ft (450 N·m) 194 g/km 155 mph (249 km/h) 5.1 secs

Transmission

The XE will initially be produced as a rear-wheel drive design, but the Jaguar iQ[Al] modular architecture is capable of accommodating an all-wheel drive (AWD) layout, and it is expected AWD versions of the XE will be launched in 2016, allowing the XE to compete with Audi Quattro and BMW xDrive models.[15]

All XE models are equipped with a ZF 8HP eight-speed automatic transmission, a lighter variant of the gearbox currently fitted to other Jaguar models and the competing BMW 3 Series.[13] A six-speed ZF manual gearbox is available on diesel models.[7][15]

Expertise developed for Jaguar's sister brand, Land Rover has been used in the development of a traction control system called All Surface Progress Control, developed from the Terrain Response system fitted to Land Rover's range of off-road vehicles. This system allows for better traction in snow and ice, conditions traditionally regarded as challenging for rear-wheel drive cars.[7][13][15]

Exterior

Ian Callum was responsible for the exterior design of the vehicle.[15] The construction features bonded and riveted aluminium construction, with the front and rear crash structure and key body panels being bolted on to simplify repair times and decrease insurance costs.[16][17] The bonnet is of the pop-up type to provide additional protection in the event of a collision with a pedestrian.[13][18]

The exterior design achieves a drag co-efficient of 0.26, comparable to that of the BMW 3 Series. The most economical models feature additional drag reduction measures, such as air vents which open and close when needed to further reduce drag.[13]

Chassis

Jaguar XE structure

The XE chassis is the first built on Jaguar Land Rover's iQ[Al] modular platform, which will be used for the second generation XF model, the Jaguar F-Pace sports utility vehicle (previewed as the Jaguar C-X17) and a new Range Rover to be positioned between the Evoque and the Sport.[19] The design features double wishbone suspension at the front, with similarities to the system fitted to the XF and F-Type models, the rear features an entirely new subframe mounted multi-link suspension system, named by Jaguar as Integral Link. This system is a more costly combination to manufacture but allows for greater tuning to provide a good balance between handling and ride quality.[13]

The major suspension components are manufactured from aluminium to reduce the unsprung mass, the overall mass of the vehicle and to increase the stiffness of the suspension system.[15] There are sacrificial slipping fixings fitted within the suspension systems to prevent expensive major components from suffering damage in the event of kerb strikes.[17]

Three different sizes of brake discs will be fitted, depending on the vehicle's configuration, and the brake calipers will be of a single-piston type.[7]

An electric power steering system is fitted and the XE comes with a choice of four different road wheel sizes.[13] There will, initially, be a choice of eight alloy wheel designs.[7]

Jaguar expect the XE to obtain a five star Euro NCAP safety rating; the design features several safety features now mandatory to be considered for a five star rating, including the Advanced Emergency Braking System (pre-crash system).[13]

Interior

XE S Interior

The interior for the Jaguar XE features several existing Jaguar design cues, including the rotary gear selector which rises when the car is started. The central console features an 8 inches (20 cm) touch screen allowing access to in car entertainment, satellite navigation and vehicle settings. The XE features smartphone connectivity and some models allow the owner to control the vehicle remotely, pre-heating the interior or unlocking the car using a smartphone application.[13][15]

A laser colour head-up display is fitted, projecting speed and navigation instructions onto the windscreen in front of the driver. The BMW 3 Series (F30) and Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W205) models also feature head-up display technology.[13][15]

Production

The XE is the first Jaguar to be built at the Jaguar Land Rover factory in Solihull, which will be dedicated to the manufacture of aluminium vehicles - both Jaguar and Land Rover branded. The XE will be manufactured on the same production line as the second generation aluminium Range Rover Sport.[18]

Production of the XE is expected to also commence in China during 2015, alongside the Range Rover Evoque.[20]

The Jaguar Land Rover Ingenium 2.0-litre four-cylinder engines[10] used in Jaguar XE is built at their new engine plant near Wolverhampton in Staffordshire.

References

  1. ↑ Massey, Ray (4 March 2014). "Revealed: The 'baby' Jaguar XE which the UK manufacturer hopes will win over the world's middle classes from the BMW 3-Series". This Is Money. Retrieved 4 March 2014.
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 Holloway, Hilton (4 March 2014). "Jaguar XE confirmed as BMW 3-series rival". Autocar. Retrieved 4 March 2014.
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 Allan, Lawrence; Burn, Jonathan (13 April 2015). "Jaguar begins XE production at Solihull factory". Auto Express (London). Retrieved 16 April 2015.
  4. ↑ Rix, Jack (28 May 2014). "New Jaguar XE: exclusive pictures and details". Auto Express. Retrieved 9 September 2014.
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 Fowler, Steve (8 September 2014). "New Jaguar XE revealed: specs, price and all the info". Auto Express. Retrieved 9 September 2014.
  6. ↑ Holder, Jim (11 December 2014). "2015 Jaguar XE updated - full pricing, residual values, specs, pictures and video". What Car?. Retrieved 14 January 2015.
  7. ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 7.3 7.4 Cropley, Steve (8 September 2014). "Jaguar XE revealed ahead of 2015 launch". Autocar. Retrieved 8 September 2014.
  8. ↑ Madden, Luke (15 July 2014). "Jaguar XE tech secrets revealed". Auto Express. Retrieved 16 July 2014.
  9. ↑ Jaguar names its 3 Series-fighter XE, packs it with Ingenium engines
  10. ↑ 10.0 10.1 Ebbs, Chris (4 March 2014). "New Jaguar saloon to be called XE". Auto Express. Retrieved 4 March 2014.
  11. ↑ 11.0 11.1 Pattni, Vijay (8 September 2014). "Welcome to the new Jaguar XE". Top Gear (magazine). Retrieved 9 September 2014.
  12. ↑ "Leicht und sparsam: Jaguar XE". Auto Motor u. Sport. Heft 17 2014: Seite 8. 7 August 2014.
  13. ↑ 13.0 13.1 13.2 13.3 13.4 13.5 13.6 13.7 13.8 13.9 Holder, Jim (8 September 2014). "2015 Jaguar XE revealed - the full story". What Car. Retrieved 9 September 2014.
  14. ↑ Watson, Mat (19 August 2014). "Exclusive: Jaguar XE SVR to get M3 baiting supercharged V8". Auto Express. Retrieved 9 September 2014.
  15. ↑ 15.0 15.1 15.2 15.3 15.4 15.5 15.6 Campbell, Russell (8 September 2014). "Jaguar XE 2015: price, specs & release date Read more: Jaguar XE 2015: price, specs & release date". CarBuyer. Retrieved 9 September 2014.
  16. ↑ Holloway, Hilton (14 March 2014). "Technical secrets of the new Jaguar XE". Autocar. Retrieved 23 April 2014.
  17. ↑ 17.0 17.1 Robbins, Alex (8 September 2014). "Jaguar XE: in detail". Daily Telegraph. Retrieved 9 September 2014.
  18. ↑ 18.0 18.1 Cropley, Steve (8 September 2014). "Jaguar XE revealed - interviews with Ian Callum and Alan Volkaerts". Autocar. Retrieved 9 September 2014.
  19. ↑ Pulman, Ben (October 2014). "Jaguar XE: the juice". Car (627): 96–103.
  20. ↑ Gibbs, Nick (21 December 2014). "Jaguar picks XE as first China-made model". Auto News Europe. Retrieved 31 December 2014.

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