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2005 Jaguar S-Type consumer reviews

$44,230–$59,330 MSRP range
side view of 2005 S-Type Jaguar
(32 reviews)
90% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.6
  • Interior 4.7
  • Performance 4.5
  • Value 4.5
  • Exterior 4.8
  • Reliability 4.1
Explore the 2005 Jaguar S-Type

Beautiful, pristine, low mileage luxury car!

This car is on pristine condition, only 34039 mileage. It's almost like having a new car. only a few very tiny flaws on it that are very hard to see or notice.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Beautiful car inside and outside.

This is my dream car. Low miles and well taken care of. Thank you Cars.com for turning me on to this beautiful car.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Pretty car, not reliable

If you buy a Jaguar, make sure you have a second car. You will need it as this car will be in the shop more than it is on the road. It takes weeks to months to get parts in. The cost of maintenance and basic repairs is 3-4 times as much as it is on most other cars. It is a sharp car, just know what you are getting in to.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Solid car.Floats while driving.Strong Ford V8 too.

Surprised how cheap you can pick one of these Jags up for now. Used to be 50 grand cars. Really nice car overall I think.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Classic car

This car is extremely fun but for a V8 it's not as quick as you'd think. Beautiful inside and out. It had. Lot of issues when I got it and had to put an extra 3 grand into it. Much more affordable than the new jags tho!!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 2.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Near mint condition

Beautiful car in great condition, powerful. Comfortable and luxurious. Very good condition, low mileage.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Nightmare when you have no Warranty

4 years ago I purchased a pre used Jaguar S-Type not knowing the vehicle history, 4 months later transmission, A/C compressor failed. Vehicle had no warranty the repairs were super expensive. Vehicle looks great and has a beautiful interior. Parts and maintenance is expensive. If you buy used make sure you buy a warranty for the vehicle.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 2.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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S-Type VDP

Without a doubt the most satisfying car purchase of my life. Had no clue how scarce the VDP version was--only makes it that much sweeter. Am 60 yrs old, work an hour each week for each of those years, and this vehicle speaks to me on my trip home. Haven't spoken burled walnut for long, but I'm picking it up.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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I have owned 6 jaguars, this one most reliable.

I'm the second owner car had 35K miles when I purchased, have not had any problems to date. Car now has 68,900 miles. Jaguar red exterior, combo tan interior and get lots of comments on looks.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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Dream Car

We bought the 2005 Stype jag to replace a 2000 Stype Jag. These cars are so right for our driving requirements.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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