

So, Jaguar may consider bringing a right-hand drive version of the XEL to India. However, Mercedes-Benz launched the E-Class with an extended wheelbase, which rattled the segment a bit. Luxury car brands have long practised introducing long-wheelbase versions of the existing cars in China and it is highly unlikely that the left-hand drive car will ever come to India. It gets a sliding panoramic sunroof, cabin air ionisation, a Wi-Fi hotspot that can support up to eight devices and a front passenger seat away feature that allows even larger space at the rear. Jaguar XEL will be available in four variants – Pure, Prestige, Prestige+ and Portfolio.Īlmost all of the Jaguar XEL buyers will be chauffeur-driven, and keeping that in mind, Jaguar has introduced some new features to add to passenger comfort and convenience. An eight-speed automatic transmission sends power to the rear wheels. The diesel engine option is not available in China, but the petrol unit is offered in two states of tunes – 197 bhp and 246 bhp. Jaguar XEL will be powered by the same 2-litre four-cylinder Ingenium petrol engine that powers the XE is China and India. The other aspect distinguishing the XEL from the XE is the ‘XEL’ badge on side window finisher and the chrome finish on the door handles and side sill.

In terms of the exterior and styling, the Jaguar XEL remains largely similar to the standard XE, except, of course longer rear doors. 2022 Citroen C3 vs rivals: Is it the most spacious car in its segment?
