Jaguar S Type 3.0 Reviews

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Jaguar S Type 3.0
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Average Ratings for Jaguar S Type 3.0

  • Performance3.4 stars
  • Practicality3 stars
  • Reliability2.8 stars
  • Value for Money3 stars
  • Reviewer Ratings3 stars
  • Overall Rating3.1 stars

25 Reviews For Jaguar S Type 3.0

  • Guest 5th Nov 2009

    Reviewer rating: 4 stars


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    I have owned my s-type for 5 years and its been a pleasure to drive. I have been delighted with the car from day 1, i have had it serviced every year as recommended and the car has proved to be a totaly luxurious vehicle to own and drive with no mechanical problems ither than a hose that needed raplacing 2 years ago, it has passed evry MOT with no Problems, and for the engine size ( mine being a 3.0 petrol ) i have found it reasonably economical. Great Car !!!!!!!

  • vellas 7th Jul 2009

    Reviewer rating: 1.5 stars


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    I have had my Jaguar S Type 3.0 for three years and I wish I had never laid eyes on it ! Yes, when it works, it's a dream to drive, comfortable but I could never say reliable! I wonder, everytime I go out to it, what will be wrong today? So far it has probably cost around £3,000 in repairs and the final straw now is that three of it's windows have failed within a short space of time. It appears that this is a general problem with the S-Type and not a mere coincidence so now I have written ...

  • Guest 28th Dec 2008

    Reviewer rating: 4.5 stars


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    Had my Jaguar S Type for 18 months, engine check light comes on at random, had it knocked out twice at 50 quid a go both times cruise control which it hasn't even got. Now I ignore it, wipers seized up sprayed copious amounts of wd 40 down side of splined arms that come out the bulkhead and then dragging the wipers across the screen by hand. Full service at my local garage 150 quid excluding plugs got to go back in for them cos the inlet manifold has 2 come off.

  • hildreth2590 3rd Nov 2008

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    The Jaguar S-Type is an excellent car. It is for those who seek refinement. With this car however, whenever you want to get sports-car performance, all you do is press the sports button and the car transforms itself into a thrilling race machine. Its a fun car to drive everyday, very comfortable, luxurious and safe. It has all the luxury appointment you would expect. Compared to similar cars in its class, this gives you the most for the money. Has nothing to envy a Mercedes C, BMW 5, or an Audi ...

  • Guest 4th Sep 2008

    Reviewer rating: 2.5 stars


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    I have owned my 2004 (53plate) Jaguar S Type 3.0 V6 SE for 18 months. I am dissapointed in the car due to the issues I have experienced. Overall I love the car but my frustrations are directly with the dealership. I cannot drive the car after it has been raining as I get a restricted performance warning on the dash and the car has little power. The car is back in the dealership at the time of writing this review! This is the 3rd time in as little as 12 months that it has been in for this issue. ...

  • Guest 22nd Mar 2008

    Reviewer rating: 4.5 stars


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    Had my Jag (3.0 SE. 2000) for 2 years now and still love it to bits. Comfort, style and power are the trade marks of Jags and the S Type does not fail in any area. I get 32mpg on motorways doing a constant 80mph, around town 19-22mpg. Do not buy a car with 240 bhp and moan about the petrol consumption. I read the reviews before buying and did have reservations but still bought one because I've always wanted one. I'm glad I did. It has been a joy to drive and own. Mine has been very reliable onl ...

  • Guest 17th Dec 2007

    Reviewer rating: 4 stars


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    Overall I like jaguar better than BMW even mercedes, you can compare the s-type with SL500 mercedes, and it does go to 60MPH in 6 seconds.

  • keithie 28th Nov 2007

    Reviewer rating: 4.5 stars


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    As I have said above love the Jaguar, is there really a perfect car out there? Surely all cars have some faults?

  • solihull steve 29th Sep 2007

    Reviewer rating: 4.5 stars


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    The Jaguar S Type is an excellent car and I would buy another one but as Jaguar are about to stop making them I have put down a refundable deposit on an XF, if I decide not to go for an XF (unlikely) then I would certainly go for a newer second hand S-Type, although to reduce the risk of expensive repairs I would recommend extending the warranty which although is not cheap is definitely good value for money.

  • gibbens 16th Sep 2007

    Reviewer rating: 0 stars


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    My S-type has problems with the exhaust system and it has ruined both S-types I have owned. The restricted performance mode keeps coming up on the dash and it goes from what ever speed you are driving back to 35 miles an hours in a second, really scary! Jaguar told me all it is, is the downloads they keep putting into the S-type diesel. I purchased a newer car as I was told by Harwoods Jaguar this would supercede the problems I had been having with the previous S-type, this car lasted two weeks ...

  • LintMill 10th Mar 2007

    Reviewer rating: 2 stars


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    Having always wanted to own a Jaguar, I was delighted to buy the new S type, I got a very good deal for a new car but since then the car has had numerous electrical problems. For example - for most of last year the indicators would flash left when I signalled right and vice versa. The problem was intermittent and two dealers could not find a fault. They all thought it was funny until I pointed out not only was it illegal but potentially very dangerous. It was finally fixed after 8 visits to the ...

  • pozorpl 22nd Sep 2006

    Reviewer rating: 4 stars


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    Love my Jaguar S Type 3.0! It's my third Jag! Dead reliable, mine has just had its annual service and did not see the inside of the dealers service entrance for 12 months.
    It's very stylish and beautiful to drive. Not common like BMW/Merc! The boot is a small and poor storage inside but it's a delightful car!

  • clive rich 27th Aug 2006

    Reviewer rating: 1.5 stars


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    My Jaguar S Type 3.0 car broke down in the south of France. Jaguars response was hard luck. So far they have had the car back to the dealer 11 times, still nothing has been resolved. The big problem is the engine on tick over, feels as if it is a diesel, when in fact it is a 3 litre petrol. Jaguars response is that it is a characteristic I will just have to live with it until they find a resolve. Well done Jaguar, that's what every car buyer wants to hear from the manufacturer. Jaguar does ...

  • jag the lad 5th May 2006

    Reviewer rating: 4 stars


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    Overall the Jaguar S Type is a dream to drive. The best car I have ever had but only had for 6 months too early to really tell.

  • AndyR001x 6th Mar 2006

    Reviewer rating: 1 stars


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    Jaguar S Type 3.0, so far, 1 new gearbox, 1 new steering rack, 1 new seatbelt system & constant vibration for over 10K miles despite £600 worth of criticaly balanced new tyres @ 20K miles.
    The seat belt still locks up, the boot doesnt open, the calipres are rusty again, the rear parking sensors dont work, the air con keeps turning itself off, the dash still rattles & creaks, the door trims loose again & the list goes on & on. Thank god for warranties, just wish I'd read more reviews befor ...

  • bob1948 Rank: Lance Corporal 4th Mar 2006

    Reviewer rating: 4 stars


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    I've had the car over a year now and am still in love with it and would buy a new one if I could afford to! I've done 14,000 miles, all trouble free, the auto gearbox is a dream and no engine oil is being burnt. It's now done 58,000 miles and I'd say just run in. Looking at other reviews maybe I've been lucky, or they have been unlucky - who knows?

  • ivan1890 Rank: Major 9th Jan 2006

    Reviewer rating: 1.5 stars


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    1999 4.0 LITRE Jaguar 'S' TYPE: Purchased in 2001 with 19k (£23k) and sold in early 2005 (£9k) with 54k and F.J.S.H. Fast car with nice exhaust growl but badly affected by side winds, and unstable during high speed cornering. Several sets of tyres destroyed by extreme uneven wear even after Jaguar set and re-set tracking / geometry. Worst fault cannot be corrected namely 'S' types cannot be driven on the very lightest of snow. But, they can do what should be engineeringly impossibl ...

  • colin b 10th Sep 2005

    Reviewer rating: 4.5 stars


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    This is my 6th Jaguar and will continue to buy Jaguar. I don't want to drive a BMW or Merc with fake wood and be put in a category. The S-type has style and class, everyone who see's it looks upon it with admiration and affection. Mine has done 135,000 miles and looks inside out as if it has only done 30,000 miles.

  • moabrahim 28th Jul 2005

    Reviewer rating: 2 stars


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    The Jaguar S-Type was the car I had wanted for a while, but after purchasing the Jag, I was hit very hard in my pocket. I spent more than £2000 on repairs and maintenance within the first 8 months. The petrol gives me 40 miles for £10, which is poor. I have had one problem after another i.e. ball joint, wipers, window motor, door motor, disc system, calliper, and many more. I will be pleased to cut my losses, sell the car, and go back to Japanese cars, as they're the most reli ...

  • DRAM 25th Jun 2005

    Reviewer rating: 4.5 stars


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    I read the reviews on this site and felt that they differed from my own experience. I owned my S Type from new for 5 years. I always greatly admired its looks and the quality of the finish was excellent. I always got immense pleasure in driving the car and looked forward to long journeys. We would often visit places just for the pleasure of the drive. The car was fast and could really be pushed along- so surprised to read review to the contrary!! The car has not been faultless, one of the wheel ...