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Jaguar Xe — Buyer's Guide

Reliability, safety, running costs and what to check before you buy.

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Jaguar Xe overview

With 42,806 currently licensed in the UK, the Jaguar Xe is one of Britain's well-known cars.

It has a 74.5% first-time MOT pass rate — above the UK national average of 72%. Common MOT failure areas include suspension, brakes, oil leaks.

Annual running costs are estimated at £4,058 for a typical 5-year-old example, breaking down to £338/month or 55p/mile.

Theft risk is rated moderate at 5.8 per 1,000 registered vehicles.

MOT Pass Rate

74.5%

35,000 tests

Monthly Cost

£338

est. annual total

New From

£40,000

Safety recalls

There are 13 known DVSA recalls affecting the Jaguar Xe. Enter a registration number to check whether a specific vehicle is affected.

R/2025/488

Jaguar Land Rover in conjunction with law enforcement and insurance bodies is aware of the increase in thefts of vehicles in specific geographical locations within the United Kingdom. There is no fault with Jaguar Land Rover's security systems and they continue to meet stringent automotive legislation. Jaguar Land Rover is offering owners guidance on how to maximise vehicle security and protect against theft

Build dates: 2014-09-03 to 2019-06-17

R/2024/207

On certain vehicles there may be insufficient clamp load on the turbocharger oil feed pipe which may over time loosen and lead to an oil leak.

Build dates: 2019-11-27 to 2024-04-24

R/2021/230

The rubberised fuel return hose assembly may have been incorrectly manufactured.

Build dates: 2019-11-25 to 2021-04-16

R/2021/136

The rear rail assembly (rear longitudinal armatures) installed as part of an aftermarket repair may not have the specified structural strength.

Build dates: 2016-05-17 to 2017-09-04

R/2019/047

Vehicles failed to routinely achieve the required levels of CO2 emissions.

Build dates: 2014-10-10 to 2018-11-20

+ 8 more recalls. Check a specific vehicle to see the full list.

Reliability & MOT

Based on 35,000 MOT tests, the Xe has a first-time pass rate of 74.5% above the UK national average of 72%.

This is a positive sign for reliability. The Xe is less likely to have issues at MOT time than the average car on UK roads.

Running costs

Annual running costs for a typical 5-year-old Jaguar Xe are estimated at around £4,058 per year, or £338 per month.

Fuel

£1,517

/year

Road Tax

£195

/year

Depreciation

£1,616

/year

MOT

£55

/year

Estimated annual running costs based on available data. Excludes insurance, parking, and finance costs. Actual costs depend on your driving habits and circumstances.

Fuel economy

The Xe achieves a combined fuel economy of around 37.7 mpg (27.7 mpg urban, 47.1 mpg extra-urban).

VariantFuelCombinedEngine
XE SALOON, 16MYPETROL37.7 mpg2.0L
XE SALOON, 16MYDIESEL68.9 mpg2.0L
XE SALOON, 16MYPETROL34.9 mpg3.0L
XE SALOON, 17MYDIESEL60.1 mpg2.0L
XE SALOON, 18MYPETROL45.1 mpg2.0L
XE SALOON, 18MYDIESEL54.4 mpg2.0L
XE SALOON, 18MYPETROL34.9 mpg3.0L
XE SALOON, 19MYPETROL32.5 mpg2.0L

Depreciation

Starting from £40,000 new, a Jaguar Xe typically retains about 56% after 3 years and 46% after 5 years.

AgeRetainedEst. ValueLost
1 year75%£30,000−£10,000
2 years64%£25,500−£14,500
3 years56%£22,450−£17,550
4 years50%£20,200−£19,800
5 years46%£18,600−£21,400
6 years43%£17,300−£22,700
7 years41%£16,250−£23,750
8 years39%£15,450−£24,550
9 years37%£14,650−£25,350
10 years35%£13,950−£26,050

Theft risk

The Xe has a theft rate of 5.8 per 1,000 registered vehicles, rated moderate compared to the national average of 5.5 per 1,000.

How common is the Xe?

There are currently 42,806 licensed and 1,352 SORN Xes in the UK (44,158 total). This makes it a common vehicle on UK roads.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Jaguar Xe reliable?

The Xe has a 74.5% first-time MOT pass rate based on 35,000 tests — above the UK national average of 72%. This suggests good overall reliability.

How much does a Jaguar Xe cost to run?

Annual running costs for a typical 5-year-old Xe are estimated at around £4,058 per year (£338/month). This includes fuel, road tax, depreciation, and MOT fees — but excludes insurance, servicing, and repairs.

Are there any recalls on the Jaguar Xe?

There are 13 known safety recalls affecting the Xe. These are issued by the DVSA when a safety defect is found. You can check if a specific vehicle is affected by entering its registration number.

Is the Jaguar Xe likely to be stolen?

The Xe has a theft rate of 5.8 per 1,000 registered vehicles, which is rated moderate compared to the national average of 5.5 per 1,000. Standard security precautions should be sufficient.

How much does a new Jaguar Xe cost?

A new Xe starts from around £40,000. After 5 years, a typical example retains about 46% of its original value.

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