The JAGUAR X TYPE (2001-08) 4DR SALOON 2.5 194 SOVEREIGN is a compact executive saloon: a four-door petrol Jaguar aimed at buyers wanting a more traditional premium car than an ordinary family hatchback. It sits below larger luxury saloons in size, but brings British styling and a comfortable, dignified presence. mycarcheck.com data comes from just two checks and two VINs, so it is a small snapshot, not a market-wide picture. It records an average private-sale value of £1,400, mileage of 94,000, annual use of 1,000 miles and 5.5 previous keepers. Check each car’s history and condition carefully before buying. The 2.5-litre V6 Sovereign suits commuters or small families wanting comfortable longer journeys and a well-appointed cabin, rather than low running costs or a first car. Leather-and-wood detailing and the X-Type’s composed ride bring Jaguar character; against German executive rivals, it offers British style, though age and upkeep deserve close attention.