On December 15, 2017, Chery Jaguar XEL, the domestic version of Jaguar’s XE, was officially launched. The biggest change in the new car is the size, which increases the wheelbase by 100mm compared with imported models. This listingThe new car launched a total of 6 models, the price range is: 28.88-42 8,800 yuan.
New car highlights:
1. The wheelbase is increased by 100mm
Equipped with 2.0T Ingenium engine
3. Some models offer a four-wheel drive version
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In terms of appearance, the Jaguar XEL is based on the lengthened relationship of the XE, so there is no obvious change in appearance. The easiest place to distinguish it from the XE is the style of the lower bumper in front. The XEL looks more gentleman after removing the chrome decoration on both sides, and the lengthened body lines are also smoother.
The length, width and height of the new car are 4788mm/1850mm/1429mm respectively, and the wheelbase reaches 2935mm, which is a full 100mm increase compared to the imported version of the XE wheelbase. It also has a slight advantage over other competitors of the same level.
In terms of interior, the domestic Jaguar XEL will continue the design style of the Jaguar XE, equipped with conventional instruments, and the high-end models will be equipped with full LCD screens. The interior of the new car is outlined with more straight lines, and the overall interior style is more concise. In addition, including large-size central control LCD screens and liftable knob shift mechanisms will continue to be equipped on the Jaguar XEL models. All XEL models come standard with leather steering wheels, leather seats, 10-way adjustment of front seats and automatic air conditioning. Except for the entry version, the rest of the models are equipped with sports leather steering wheels. The high-end models are also equipped with front seat heating and waist support. The extension of the 100mm wheelbase makes the rear seat more spacious.
In terms of power, all Jaguar XEL models are the latest 2.0T Ingenium engines, with a total of high and low power versions to choose from, with a peak torque of 320N · m at 200 horsepower and a peak torque of 365N · m at 250 horsepower. In terms of transmission system, they are fully matched with 8-speed dual-clutch transmission. Some models will also provide a four-wheel drive version.
Cadillac ATS-L
Official guide price: 29.88-42
Infiniti Q50L
Official guide price: 27.98-40
Chery Jaguar XEL’s most direct competitors are Cadillac ATS-L and Infiniti Q50L, as a second-tier luxury brand, regardless of brand positioning or product type, Chery Jaguar XEL and they are the closest, although ATS-L and Q50L IPO time earlier (2014), according to the current point of view at that time the price is indeed slightly higher, but the two cars now have a great discount at the end point. Chery Jaguar XEL has just been listed, and the price will generally be stable for about half a year to a year before there may be discounts.
Jaguar Land Rover has always been the representative of the British elegant gentleman, and the XE is a model that adds a little more dynamic and fashionable to the elegance. Now the domestic introduction can be regarded as keeping pace, and the size lengthening is also "routine". The appearance and interior are all designed with imported versions. To some extent, it is also original. However, in the highly competitive luxury brand mid-range car market, Chery Jaguar XEL is facing a lot of pressure as a latecomer.