X-TYPE Sportwagon's multi-link rear suspension layout uses a torsion control link that allows each wheel to react independently, again improving handling and reducing harshness.

Like the front suspension, it is virtually identical to that of the X-TYPE sedan. Its very compact packaging makes almost no intrusion into the sides of the new load area and allows an impressively low trunk floor for easy loading and maximum luggage volume.

Steering is by a variable-ratio ZF power-assisted rack-and-pinion system, which provides high-speed stability even with full loads, as well as the same ride comfort and responsive handling that have made X-TYPE sedan the segment benchmark for feel and precision.



X-TYPE POWERTRAIN - THE JAGUAR AJ-V6

X-TYPE Sportwagon offers the same powertrain as Jaguar X-TYPE sedan paired with the Traction-4 TM all-wheel-drive system that helps make the car so rewarding to drive. Under the hood, it features Jaguar's 3.0-liter 24-valve, four-cam AJ-V6 engine with a maximum output of 227bhp at 6,800rpm, and a very strong torque peak of 206 lb.-ft., again at a usefully low 3,000 rpm. And while its power is impressive, the efficiency is competitive in both fuel consumption and emissions.

The compact and durable, yet sophisticated all-wheel-drive system gives sure-footed handling at all speeds and in all weather conditions while retaining the positive feedback and precise steering feel that are fundamental to Jaguar driving dynamics.

The standard electronic five-speed automatic transmission, controlled by the latest version of Jaguar's unique J-gate gear selector, gives optimum fuel efficiency as well as quick acceleration and refined highway cruising.


X-TYPE SAFETY

Alongside all these comfort and convenience features, the X-TYPE Sportwagon has the high levels of both active and passive safety Jaguar buyers expect. Active safety begins with an extremely strong bodyshell, energy-absorbing impact zones and class-leading chassis dynamics, including Traction-4 TM all-wheel drive.

X-TYPE also has a comprehensive passive safety package that includes an occupant-sensing restraint system, adaptive dual-stage driver and passenger front airbags, front seat-mounted side airbags, knee bolster driver's airbag and side-impact head protection curtain airbags for both front and rear occupants.

Front safety belts have pre-tensioning and load-limiting functions, and the rear seats offer three three-point belts and adjustable head restraints for outboard passengers. Also for Jaguar X-TYPE Sportwagon, attention was paid to the strength of the rear seat mountings, release catch and vertical luggage net of the load cover system to ensure luggage retention in case of an accident. As with the sedan, there are 'door open' warnings for both elements of the tailgate.

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