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  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Not bothered what it says about me. It's my fourth Jaguar so maybe patriotic.

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

    They like it and they like it even more after a trip in it.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    No

    What are you likely to buy next?

    A smaller petrol engined car.

  • 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?

    £38,000

    When did you buy the car?

    July 2014

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Both parties were happy so, yes.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    I previously owned a saloon that had fuel tank issues and I liked the look of the Sportbrake so I traded in the saloon.

    What was the dealer like?

    Very good. They took on board my requirements and we were sensible in negotiations.

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Epic to drive especially in 'dynamic' mode. Not great in the wet though.

    What's it like to park?

    OK with due care. Mine has a rear view camera but I tend to use the mirrors and audible sensors.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Unfortunately, there are minor niggles. the fuel tank when full makes a thudding noise when the car stops, the touchscreen is slow, the turbos are noisy and there is excessive wind noise from the drivers door. Good effort but no cigar.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Tailgate and folding seats.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Meridian hi-fi and cooling seats.