JAGUAR has today announced that all X-TYPE Diesel saloon and estate models will be Euro IV emissions compliant from January 2005 - a year ahead of the date demanded by legislation.

The new Euro IV compliant X-TYPE 2.0 Diesel replaces the original model and is available to buy now with prices starting from just £20,995. A price increase of just £500 provides customers with improved driveability and a more responsive engine performance on top of improved tax efficiency. Compliance with the forthcoming 2006 Euro IV emissions regulations brings business and corporate users in the UK, a potential reduction in their annual company car tax bill of around 3%, which comes a year ahead of the ruling.

Peak power and torque of the X-TYPE Diesel remain at 130PS and 330Nm, but there are a number of other modifications. A new engine management calibration has been introduced in order to provide a better throttle response and an electronic vane control device has been added to the turbocharger, bringing better driveability due to the improved reaction time of the electronic system versus the previous vacuum system.

These changes mean that the engine and vehicle react faster to driver demand for more throttle, giving a feeling of eagerness and increased responsiveness. EU4 emissions have been achieved on X-TYPE without the need for a particulate filter.