Jaguar S-Type Reviews from Australia and New Zealand

The remote key sometimes doesn't work, and has been like that since I bought the car.

The car had done approximately 100,000 kilometres when I bought it in showroom condition, and I've kept it that way.

I knew the car, and I'm stunned at reports from others regarding their problems. This car has been flawless (No, I don't work for Jaguar.) and still is apart from the remote key. I find the car very comfortable and quiet with plenty of zip when I need it.

The other reports have me worried, but I'm sure there must be plenty of S-type owners out there who have had no trouble. Why do we only hear from the owners with problems?

Only niggling problems since purchase. A few squeaks and rattles from various parts of the cabin have proved difficult to eradicate.

LCD screen for Stereo comes and goes at erratic intervals.

Leather on drivers seat is already wearing.

Central locking decided to stop locking or unlocking. Apparently this is a common problem and was fixed promptly by the dealer.

This car is big, and living in inner city Sydney, can cause problems when trying to park and generally commute through the narrow streets. Have scratched the front bumper on a few occasions, but mainly trying to get into my driveway.

The car is very quick, and has effortless performance from low down in the rev range. I leave the traction control on at all times, as the tires light up very easily when turned off.

Stereo is excellent however did not come supplied with CD changer cassette, and Jaguar replacement was $420. Please note it is a Clarion CD Changer and was purchased from Auto-barn for $105.

Good size boot and cabin, but cream leather and carpets do not stand up well against kids and even friends. Seats are very comfortable and power adjustment with memory is handy.

Would recommend this car to someone who doesn't have to pay for petrol, as the V8 is extremely thirsty and runs on premium unleaded.

I am enjoying this car, but will probably return to Audi for my next purchase.

Gas started leaking the first day I got it. Suspension broke when going over a pot hole. Indicator flashes when braking.

The car is very smooth. Probably the smoothest car I have ever owned. It is much better then my old KIA.