The X-TYPE Estate is as versatile as it is desirable, this striking new addition to the X-TYPE range gives drivers the option of a premium estate with no compromise on the style or driving dynamics expected of a Jaguar.

The new model +óGé¼GÇ£ Jaguar's first ever production estate car +óGé¼GÇ£ continues the British marque's expansion into important market segments where previously it has not been represented.

The X-TYPE Estate has been designed to meet the needs of a new generation of Jaguar buyers. Style is now a key motivation when choosing an estate car and dynamic qualities are also very important, with owners refusing to compromise on the driving experience they want from their car.

Research has revealed that those buying an estate car today are on average significantly younger than their saloon car counterparts. They are also more likely to participate in active sports than they are to spectate. In short, they demand a car that complements their lifestyle +óGé¼GÇ£ and the new X-TYPE Estate is just that vehicle.

"Jaguar Australia is considering bringing the X-TYPE Estate into the Australian market in 2005 to offer Jaguar customers another option when considering the X-TYPE.

"At this stage we are looking at bringing in the 3.0 litre engined version of the Estate into the market to give drivers performance combined with the attraction of all-wheel drive and the superb handling it delivers. Many Australian drivers are looking for an alternative to traditional 4WD vehicles and the Estate can meet that demand offering all-wheel drive security in an elegant and practical package."

Based on the X-TYPE saloon, but with unique new body styling and structure from the B-pillars back +óGé¼GÇ£ including rear doors and roof +óGé¼GÇ£ the new X-TYPE Estate offers an unrivalled combination of luxury, refinement and versatility. Its maximum usable load volume with rear seats folded flat is greater than that of the BMW 3-Series Touring and the Mercedes C-Class Estate, and an astonishing 20 per cent bigger than the Audi A4 Avant +óGé¼GÇ£ an impressive achievement.

But more important still is that this level of practicality is offered in a car with all the style and dynamic agility of an X-TYPE saloon. Body stiffness that ranks with the best in class is the starting point for excellent chassis dynamics.

The driver environment, too, will be familiar to those who have experienced the X-TYPE saloon +óGé¼GÇ£ although, in common with all X-TYPEs, a number of improvements and additional specification choices have been introduced.

A host of intelligent interior features will give owners of the X-TYPE Estate flexibility to use their vehicle as best suits them. The rear seat can be configured to provide seating for one, two or three passengers, depending on how much luggage space is required. The load area is fully carpeted and trimmed. A generously sized, easily accessed storage area is located under the one-piece floor. Featuring a power output socket, it allows, for instance, a laptop computer to be recharged while discreetly concealed below the floor.

Depending on specification, additional stowage boxes for small items are installed behind removable doors in either or both rear sides, while luggage in the main load area is concealable by a retractable soft cover. Easy loading is aided by a split tailgate, with the option of opening either the entire tailgate or just the rear window.

Externally, fixed roof rails are fitted as standard and a range of additional carrying systems are available, from ski clamps to roof boxes.

The Estate will also feature Jaguar's Traction-4 all-wheel drive. In addition to the advantages that all-wheel drive provides in normal road driving, it makes the X-TYPE Estate an ideal choice for those who need extra grip when pulling boat trailers or unloading sports equipment on rough terrain.

The X-TYPE Estate will add a further dimension to a model range that has been instrumental in driving Jaguar's product story in recent years. The X-TYPE not only now offers the widest ever choice in a single Jaguar model range, but also opens up exciting new market opportunities to the Jaguar marque.

The New Jaguar X-TYPE Estate
At a glance

• Based on the successful X-TYPE saloon, but redesigned from the B-pillars back, the new X-TYPE Estate features new rear doors, a completely new roof and rear body structure and additional rear quarter windows.
• The new X-TYPE Estate is designed to satisfy the demands of a new generation of estate car buyers who base their purchase decisions primarily on style, versatility and driving dynamics.
• As well as scoring highly in these areas, the new X-TYPE Estate also enjoys the largest usable maximum load volume in its competitive set, bettering the equivalent BMW, Mercedes and Audi.
• Body stiffness of the new X-TYPE Estate +óGé¼GÇ£ the starting point for excellent chassis dynamics +óGé¼GÇ£ ranks with the best in class.
• The tailgate has an independently opening rear window as well as conventional full tailgate opening.
• The new X-TYPE Estate provides both luxury and versatility. A new headlining incorporates additional rear lighting, while the rear luggage area includes two interior lights and window vents. The luggage compartment is fully trimmed, and carpeted up to the interior waistline.
• Beneath the load floor is a storage space incorporating a power supply socket in the spare wheel area. This makes it possible to charge a laptop while it is discreetly concealed.
• Four spring-loaded, chrome-finished D-rings in the rear load compartment provide a secure luggage tie-down facility.
• Depending on specification, either one or two additional stowage areas in the rear side mouldings (with detachable doors) offer more concealed space for small items.
• The split-folding rear seat folds virtually flat without the need to remove headrests, providing a versatile balance between luggage volume and passenger accommodation that allows for one, two or three people to sit in the rear seat. A tonneau cover assembly combines a retractable luggage cover with an optional vertical luggage-retaining net behind the rear seats, and is easily detachable for maximum load volume.
• Black roof rails are standard on all X-TYPE Estates. Bright silver rails are an option. Both can be used in conjunction with a range of carrying systems, from ski clamps to roof boxes.
• A discreet roof spoiler on the new X-TYPE Estate incorporates a high-mounted stoplight and rear washer nozzle.
• The new X-TYPE Estate will be available with a 3.0 litre V6 petrol engines.
• Jaguar's Traction-4 full-time all-wheel drive transmission is standard.
• The new X-TYPE Estate has been engineered to offer the same rewarding driving characteristics as the X-TYPE saloon. All X-TYPEs benefit from a class-leading combination of ride comfort and sporting, driver-focused dynamic ability.
• A wide range of accessories +óGé¼GÇ£ including a luggage partition and divider, roof cross bars, a boot utility protector and a detachable tow bar +óGé¼GÇ£ will be offered to enhance the X-TYPE Estate's inherent versatility.

Jaguar Australia expects to see the X-TYPE Estate introduced into the Australian market mid-2005.

Technical specifications

For further information contact
Amanda Wheeler
Jaguar Australia
Phone: (02) 9020 1413
Mobile: 0412 524 827
Email: awheele9@jaguar.com