Re: To X-Type Automatic Transmission Owners... (archive)

Matt,
I believe the previous question regarding the manufacturer related to the manual transmission. The information came from the specifications listed for the new 2.0 X-type, but included all X-type models. The Jaguar press release mentioned Getrag as the manufacturer.

Mike

Has anyone discovered where the auto transmission is made? Some weeks ago there was mention on this bb that it was by Getrag, Germany. I contacted thier tech dept and they do not produce the x type transmissions.
The transmission is as smooth as silk on mine but I am unsure whether to stay in Drive at stop lights as taught by the Institute of Advanced Motorists, or go to Neutral as stated in the handbook - any info out there?
Regards
Matt.
I don't find it any different that most other auto trannys. They all exhibit this kind of behavior (not the clunkiness, I don't detect any clunkiness at all) to some degree. Eventually, you adjust and learn what you have to do with throttle position to get the box to do what you want.

In a couple of reviews that I've read, the reviewers have stated that the X-Type automatic transmission is clunky, indecisive and lacks refinement, and in certain driving conditions, it seems to be 'searching' for the right gear.

Have any owners experienced problems? What's the automatic transmission like in your car?

Thanks.

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