• Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Quietly affluent.

    What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

    Must be rich.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Absolutely! Best car I've ever driven - comfort, performance, economy, looks, reliability, value for money. It has it all.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Maybe another Jaguar? Lexus? Mercedes? I'll give it another couple of years then decide - mileage now 94,000.

  • Buying experience

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £12,000

    When did you buy the car?

    May 2010

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Paid list price, but that included 1 year warranty, full service, new tyres, MOT.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Looks appealed, inside and out.

    What was the dealer like?

    First class service.

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    A dream - smooth as silk, pulls gently but firmly. Quieter than I thought for a diesel under all conditions.

    What's it like to park?

    Front and rear sensors help a lot - good turning circle.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Electronic handbrake fault.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Split folding rear seats make it into a great carrier.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Touch screen satnav/audio control.