Lexus IS 2013 vs Jaguar XE 2014
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.5 Petrol | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Lexus IS) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Jaguar XE) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 208 HP | 180 HP | |
| Torque: | 250 NM | 430 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.1 seconds | 7.8 seconds | |
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Jaguar XE is a more dynamic driving. Lexus IS engine produces 28 HP more power than Jaguar XE, but torque is 180 NM less than Jaguar XE. Despite the higher power, Lexus IS reaches 100 km/h speed 0.3 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.6 | 4.2 | |
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The Jaguar XE is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Lexus IS consumes 4.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Jaguar XE, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Lexus IS could require 660 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres | 56 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 760 km in combined cycle | 1330 km in combined cycle | |
| 980 km on highway | 1510 km on highway | ||
| Jaguar XE gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 17 years | 10 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on Lexus GS | Installed on at least 6 other car models, including Jaguar XF, Land Rover Discovery Sport, Land Rover Range Rover Evoque | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Jaguar XE 2014 2.0 engine: This engine is known for its relatively limited lifespan. In early production models, balance shaft bearings wore out quickly and started making noise. The chain-driven timing system, located on the flywheel ... More about Jaguar XE 2014 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.67 m | 4.67 m | |
| Width: | 1.81 m | 1.85 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.42 m | |
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Lexus IS is smaller, but slightly higher. Lexus IS and Jaguar XE are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 480 litres | 455 litres | |
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Lexus IS has more luggage capacity. Lexus IS has 25 litres more trunk space than the Jaguar XE. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.4 meters | 11.66 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Lexus IS is 1.26 metres less than that of the Jaguar XE, which means Lexus IS can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`090 | 2`235 | |
| Safety: | |||
| The Jaguar XE scores significantly higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 15 800 | 12 400 | |
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