Jaguar’s entry-level X-type model has finally been given an automatic transmission option for its 2.2-litre diesel engine along with exterior and interior updates requiring “nearly 500 new components”, according to the Ford-owned luxury car maker.
Go deeper with GlobalData
Discover B2B Marketing That Performs
Combine business intelligence and editorial excellence to reach engaged professionals across 36 leading media platforms.
Global marketing director CJ O’Donnell said: “The package of revisions – particularly the automatic transmission in the 2.2 diesel – presents our established dealers and the key emerging markets with an excellent opportunity to reach new customers and retain existing owners.”
The 2008 update pairs the 2.2 litre turbodiesel – sourced from Ford’s joint venture with PSA – with a six-speed automatic, and one-touch sequential shift control and brings the UK automaker into line with German rivals – Mercedes, BMW and Audi – who have long offered diesel-auto combinations. One remaining hold-out is the Lexus IS diesel, which is still manual-only.
Subtle changes include a new grille and front bumper plus detail interior trim and equipment revisions.
The updated model goes on sale in the UK next March and reaches other European markets in April.
