The JAGUAR X TYPE (2001-08) 4DR SALOON 2.5 V6 194 SPORT is an executive four-door saloon with a premium feel, rather than a family hatchback. In the UK used-car market, it sits among affordable alternatives to the BMW 3 Series and Audi A4, with Jaguar styling and an upmarket cabin. mycarcheck.com has recorded 366 checks covering 183 distinct VINs, a useful sample of interest in this model. Its average private-sale valuation is £700, with average recorded mileage of 95,000 miles and annual mileage of 4,000. Cars checked had around five previous keepers on average, so review each car’s history and condition. The 2.5-litre V6 Sport is best suited to drivers wanting a refined commuter or family car rather than the lowest-cost city runabout. Its smooth petrol engine, Jaguar presence and ride give it character against rivals; check service records, tyres and running costs before buying, as with any older premium car.