3 Series or Jag XF?

Thinking of retiring and buying a new 328i Tourer or XF Jaguar. Mileage likely to be less than 10,000 PA
Which is best and what about residuals after 3-5 years?
Is petrol the best option ?

Asked on 23 October 2012 by Broughty

Answered by Honest John
The jury is out on the reliability of the 328i engine. But the current F30 3-Series, especially the 320dED, is a brilliant car. Everything that was wrong with the E90 put right. It's incredibly well thought out.
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