brillomaster Posted September 9, 2014 Share Posted September 9, 2014 I have to say, I like it a lot. most definitely a jag, and looks low and sleek and purposeful, which I don't get from bmws and merc c classes. however I wonder where they can go with the coupe as this already has a very sloping roofline, not sure what headroom will be like in the back. I really hope these sell well, will be great to take some of this enormous sector back into british built, indeed MIDLANDS built cars. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rtbiscuit Posted September 9, 2014 Share Posted September 9, 2014 (edited) Coupe is easy, you just remove the back doors. Edited September 9, 2014 by rtbiscuit 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spursmaddave Posted September 9, 2014 Share Posted September 9, 2014 Benjy the 'launch' was incredibly cringeworthy, quite embarrassing really... As for the XE it was always going to be a bit bland and uninspiring as that is the market it wants to fill, hopefully it will drive better than it looks... I would be interested in an XE coupe somewhere down the line possibly, the 3.0 s/c XES seems quite impressive figure wise just not keen on the looks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benjy88 Posted September 9, 2014 Author Share Posted September 9, 2014 I totally agree... it was genuinely tedious to watch. I almost fell asleep to be honest. I agree, the figures are impressive on the 3.0 S.. Personally I'd reserve judgement until you see it in person, its definitely nicer in the metal, but I can see where everyone is coming from.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spursmaddave Posted September 9, 2014 Share Posted September 9, 2014 I totally agree... it was genuinely tedious to watch. I almost fell asleep to be honest. I agree, the figures are impressive on the 3.0 S.. Personally I'd reserve judgement until you see it in person, its definitely nicer in the metal, but I can see where everyone is coming from.. Yeah it has aspects of the XF and f-type but I really don't like the rear, looks like an Audi A4 Interior looks nice although I think I still prefer the XF interior really. If it drives anywhere near as well as the XF does then it will grab a decent share of the market it is aimed at I think Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LRF4N Posted September 9, 2014 Share Posted September 9, 2014 It's nothing extraordinary but it's a decent enough looking car. My criticism would be they dwelled too much on it bring a baby xf and it's turned out too similar to it. In the same way the x type was the first baby jag and that was a shrunken xj When I first saw the new xj a few years back I was surprised at how much they had changed the design compared to the ones previously. Even now there's still nothing like it from anyone else in that sector Was hoping this xe would be a bit more radical being in the smaller/younger market but it's a bit tame I heard the drive will be amazing though 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ekona Posted November 19, 2014 Share Posted November 19, 2014 The manual is being set up for F-type at present, introduced on the 3.0, and 3.0 S at first, with a manual becoming available for the V8 S (Not the R) potentially at facelift. http://www.pistonheads.com/news/default.asp?storyId=31204 Nearly... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rock_Steady Posted November 19, 2014 Share Posted November 19, 2014 looks like they stencilled over an Audi A6 to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benjy88 Posted November 19, 2014 Author Share Posted November 19, 2014 The manual is being set up for F-type at present, introduced on the 3.0, and 3.0 S at first, with a manual becoming available for the V8 S (Not the R) potentially at facelift. http://www.pistonheads.com/news/default.asp?storyId=31204 Nearly... Hahaha, now now smarty pants, I said it would be on the V6s at first from what I've heard recently, they're running a test mule V8 at the moment at the high emissions circuit at Gaydon.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ekona Posted November 20, 2014 Share Posted November 20, 2014 I was surprised they've ditched the V8S altogether, but I guess at that price level there's not going to be too many takers for the lesser model. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spursmaddave Posted November 20, 2014 Share Posted November 20, 2014 looks like they stencilled over an Audi A6 to me. The rear in particular is very 'Audi' and non descript, from the side it is just as mallet XF, and the interior has lost 99% of the personality and style of the XF although it does have more tech. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spursmaddave Posted November 20, 2014 Share Posted November 20, 2014 It's nothing extraordinary but it's a decent enough looking car. My criticism would be they dwelled too much on it bring a baby xf and it's turned out too similar to it. In the same way the x type was the first baby jag and that was a shrunken xj When I first saw the new xj a few years back I was surprised at how much they had changed the design compared to the ones previously. Even now there's still nothing like it from anyone else in that sector Was hoping this xe would be a bit more radical being in the smaller/younger market but it's a bit tame I heard the drive will be amazing though If it drives as well/better than an XF then that will be its saving grace, but agree about the looks, will people want a Euro box with a Jag badge Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benjy88 Posted November 20, 2014 Author Share Posted November 20, 2014 I went up to Gaydon the other day to have a look at the 3.0 S... It is a PROPERLY good looking car to be honest, still not 100% sure on the rear, but the rest of it kind of compensates for the rear. Also, the technology is staggering.. you can preheat your cabin from your phone, and even lock the car from anywhere in the world!? Not sure how that's going to be that useful, but even still - pretty cool! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LRF4N Posted November 20, 2014 Share Posted November 20, 2014 Dave- to me it does look like a euro box. Just another exec car In that class look at the new IS F sport- design wise nothing in that sector is anywhere near as radical. The rest look too ordinary, including the XE As mentioned before the big XJ has a funky design. I thought this would've followed suit. Lyon would expect the cars in this sector to be a bit more daring rather than the grandad/chauffeur sector In terms of the XF- I love how it looks inside and out. But wasn't overly impressed with the drive. Felt too floaty, didn't feel comfortable pushing it because it didn't feel very sure footed. That was a sport which I presume had better suspension? The XE would have to be a much better drive IMO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spursmaddave Posted November 20, 2014 Share Posted November 20, 2014 I went up to Gaydon the other day to have a look at the 3.0 S... It is a PROPERLY good looking car to be honest, still not 100% sure on the rear, but the rest of it kind of compensates for the rear. Also, the technology is staggering.. you can preheat your cabin from your phone, and even lock the car from anywhere in the world!? Not sure how that's going to be that useful, but even still - pretty cool! I wouldn't say the technology is staggering, staggering for a Jag maybe but to be expected in a similar priced German car... As for the locking by mobile I can't wait for the hacking and insurance hikes I really wanted the XE to look and feel special as I would be in the market maybe for a 3 door coupe version, but sadly I just don't feel it. The XK, XF & f-type have all looked great to me and made me want one but the XE just doesn't do it. The fact that Jaguar have 'toned down' the look to try and shift a lot of them adds to the feeling really, especially if they do shift and they are everywhere... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spursmaddave Posted November 20, 2014 Share Posted November 20, 2014 (edited) Dave- to me it does look like a euro box. Just another exec car In that class look at the new IS F sport- design wise nothing in that sector is anywhere near as radical. The rest look too ordinary, including the XE As mentioned before the big XJ has a funky design. I thought this would've followed suit. Lyon would expect the cars in this sector to be a bit more daring rather than the grandad/chauffeur sector In terms of the XF- I love how it looks inside and out. But wasn't overly impressed with the drive. Felt too floaty, didn't feel comfortable pushing it because it didn't feel very sure footed. That was a sport which I presume had better suspension? The XE would have to be a much better drive IMO Probably most likely the wheels/tyres. You need 20" rims and not the standard Dunslip tyres I found the ride to still be a little floaty (it is a 2tonne barge) and mine didn't have adaptive suspension which firms up in the corners so I fitted £250 eibach springs, the car looks so much meaner and now handles itself pretty well for a big car, although if I was regularly going to throw it through twisties I would upgrade the brakes, just ask Will/Graham/Darren etc.... When you say you test drove a sport, was it a. XFS or an R-sport as there is a BIG difference, can't say I have ever felt like I can't push my Jaaaag, if anything I have to hold back or I would loose my license very quickly Edited November 20, 2014 by spursmaddave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LRF4N Posted November 20, 2014 Share Posted November 20, 2014 It was an r sport mate. Might not have upgraded suspension I just presumed it would? I drove it from Glasgow to Bolton. Wasn't pushing it as driving like it was stolen lol just meant on the motorway didn't feel like some barges iv driven. The lexus LS460 is bigger but way less bargey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benjy88 Posted November 20, 2014 Author Share Posted November 20, 2014 The R-Sport has the same suspension as a standard SE. As Dave says, adaptive dynamics is the key if you want to push it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spursmaddave Posted November 20, 2014 Share Posted November 20, 2014 (edited) Also as I said if it was on 18's or even 19's the ride is sublime but you do sacrifice handling... I personally think only 20's suit an XF with it being a big car Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Edited November 20, 2014 by spursmaddave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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