The 3.0 liter sedan is the upper tier for the new Jaguar X-Type.  This model upgrades to a 3.0 liter DOHC V-6, which generates 227 horsepower and 209 pound-feet of torque.  Jaguar claims a 0 to 60 mark of 7.1 seconds, and fuel economy is estimated at 18/25 mpg.  This AWD sedan come standard with a five-speed automatic transmission, but the five-speed manual is available as a no-cost option.

Features are about the same for both models, with the primary difference being the size of the V-6.  The X-Type sedans are eligible for lots of extras, which is atypical for Jaguar. Add-ons are grouped together in the Premium package (moonroof, an eight-way power passenger seat, two-way power lumbar support for both front seats), or the Sport package (maple wood trim, Connolly leather seating, a rear spoiler, Dynamic Stability Control, sport-tuned suspension).