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2017 Jaguar XE

A three-quarter front view of the 2017 Jaguar XE

Jaguar’s throaty growl excites car enthusiasts and for good reason.

This new four-door 2017 Jaguar XE sedan brings on the sport-tuned performance along with Jaguar’s usual refinement, craftsmanship, comfort and technology. In fact, Jaguar’s XE is ever more lightweight than previous years with what the company calls its “aluminum intensive” body, which helps this cat jump from 0-60 mph in about five seconds (3.0-liter supercharged V6).

For those seeking fuel economy, the XE’s diesel engine option gets an estimated 42 mpg highway. Inside, the new XE is a veritable den of heart-racing British design and comfort along with top auto infotainment technology.

2015 Chrysler 300S

A three-quarter front view of the 2015 Chrysler 300S

The Chrysler 300S gets a mild facelift for the 2015 model year. New headlight treatments make this full-size sedan a little more contemporary looking, while a new 8-speed automatic transmission helps fuel economy. Continue reading