Facelifted Jaguar XE Unveiled

To improve its recent stagnant sales in comparison with other big German competitors, Jaguar has made a decision to give its smallest sedan an array of mid-life improvements, many of which have been borrowed from the I-Pace. The new XE will come with a more aggressive front, which matches its new more fashionable rear. The cabin will also be more modern with many cutting-edge technologies.

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The development of the refreshed XE commenced one year after the launch of the existing model in the middle of 2015. Head of exterior design, Adam Hatton, has said that the focus of this upgraded model is the frontal features with the rear alterations to match the front so that the car can get bigger apertures and bolder graphical facets. New all-LED headlights which will be narrower than previously by about 12mm will come with bold but subtle J-blade DRLs. 18-inch (or wider) wheels will also be a standard feature across all the variants. In the rear, it will be equipped with LED taillights, which totally combine well with the LED headlights in the front.

The new Jaguar XE will come with comprehensive alterations to the front, the side profile and also the rear

In terms of the interior, replete with state-of-the-art features, the Jaguar XE will ensure the driver and the co-passengers a comfortable and pleasant journey. The dashboard of the vehicle will get three comprehensive TFT screen units as well as Jaguar’s signature illuminating dual console-mounted twist controls for the driver to operate infotainment and ventilation. Moreover, you can realize an elegant driving wheel borrowed from the I-Pace. The front and rear parking assistance and a reverse camera will be provided as standard features on all the variants. The twist-selector will give way to a gear stick to work its standard AMT gearbox, which more clearly displays its sporting nature.

Moreover, considerable upgrades have been done to the trim materials and seat coverings stitching to make them become more attractive. Hard plastics in all places of the car will also be replaced for a premium-looking cabin.

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The new Jaguar XE interior will also be modernized with a host of cutting-edge features

The motor options which power the XE have been reduced and upgraded with the less popular one being phased out. In terms of the petrol one, customers can pick from two states of tunes: 250 hp and 300 hp. Moreover, the entry-level 2.0L D180 model with a rear-drive system, which can deliver 420 Nm of peak torque and a mileage of 24.5 kmpl will still be maintained.

The engine options for the new Jaguar XE will be simplified and reduced

In general, the Jaguar XE will be improved from the inside to the outside and will be well-equipped right from the base variant. Jaguar expects auto buyers to highly value the new Jaguar XE and be attracted by its more fashionable exterior, more modern cabin and refined engines. 

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