The JAGUAR X TYPE (2001-08) 4DR SALOON 2.2D 152 SOVEREIGN is a compact executive four-door saloon, offering a traditional upmarket alternative to family hatchbacks. In the UK used-car market, it sits alongside cars such as the BMW 3 Series and Audi A4, with Jaguar styling and a comfortable, refined feel. It suits commuters and families wanting a smart long-distance car, while the diesel engine can mean fewer fuel stops than a petrol saloon. Mycarcheck.com recorded 541 look-ups covering 260 VINs; checked cars in the recorded sample averaged 121,000 miles and about 5,000 miles driven annually. Sovereign trim gives this X-Type a more premium character, and its restrained cabin and composed ride make it appealing for relaxed everyday travel. The average private-sale valuation in mycarcheck.com data is £2,100, while owners have averaged just over four previous keepers. Against German rivals, its appeal is distinctive Jaguar character at an accessible used price.