The Jaguar XE has been updated with a new mild-hybrid powertrain option and the introduction of the Pivi Pro infotainment system, now being rolled out across the Jaguar Land Rover range.
The small saloon’s refresh comes at the same time as more dramatic changes for Jaguar XF sibling, as the firm looks to revamp the appeal of its saloon in the wake of poor sales, tough competition and the growing dominance of SUVs.
The three-strong powertrain line-up echoes that of the revised XF, with the highlight being the 201bhp 2.0-litre four-cylinder diesel employing a 48V mild-hybrid set-up, emitting 127g/km CO2 and getting up to 58.5mpg.
On the petrol front, there's a rear-driven 247bhp 2.0-litre turbo and a range-topping four-wheel-drive 296bhp 2.0-litre turbo, the latter of which can achieve 0-60mph in 5.6sec.
All powertrains use an eight-speed automatic gearbox.
There are no exterior design changes, with the XE having been heavily updated last year, but those opting for the R-Dynamic Black trim will get black mirror caps and side sills. Inside, across the range, the XE receives an updated seat design and new split-rim steering wheel.
The Pivi Pro system is accessed through a 10.0in touchscreen and underpinned by Jaguar’s new electronic architecture, dubbed EVA 2.0, which also allows for over-the-air software updates and wireless smartphone charging. There's a new Guardian mode that allows customers to flag times the car will be inactive and receive alerts if it's used during this window.
In the same way as the XF, Jaguar has dramatically decreased the number of derivatives offered on the outgoing model - from 24 to 13 - in order to achieve cost efficiencies. Part of the same ‘browse, buy, drive away’ trial as the XF, the starting price has been cut from £34,600 to £29,365. Deliveries begin in early 2021.
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