If you want something undeniably stylish and enjoyable to drive, and you don’t want to see the same exact car during every commute, the updated 2020 XE deserves consideration.
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Updated front and rear styling, including a new grille and LED lighting elements, aim to give the XE a lower, wider, and more authoritative appearance, according to Jaguar. I think the automaker meets those goals, especially when the XE is decked out in R-Dynamic S trim with the attractive optional 20-inch wheels. Not only do they look good, but they also hide brake dust and are remarkably easy to clean.
For 2020, Jaguar cancels the diesel 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine, drops the XE’s 380-horsepower supercharged V6, and concludes its limited-production run of the 592-hp SV Project 8. That leaves a choice between a 247-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (P250 S) and a 296-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (P300 R-Dynamic S), each paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission.
You’ll be happier owning a Jaguar XE if you think of it as a coupe with a couple of extra doors, along the lines of a Mercedes-Benz CLA. That’s because this car is a snug fit, especially for people relegated to the backseat, where Jaguar supplies air conditioning vents and, oddly, a 12-volt power outlet instead of USB ports.
The Jaguar XE is not a value play. This car is for people who love the looks and don’t want to drive the same Audi, BMW, Lexus, or Mercedes-Benz that everyone else has in their garages. Think of the target XE customer as a conforming non-conformist seeking the prestige of a known brand but not the commonality of the A4, 3 Series, ES, or C-Class.
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