In reply to Manicstreetmini:
I have an X-type estate (2.2 Diesel), as said above, it shares a lot of parts with a mondeo, and is easily servicable as a result (just don't go to a Jag dealer) however, it isn't just a reskinned mondeo - suspension and engine mapping etc is different and is more refined in terms of handling, ride quality and equipment (go for the Sport Premium model if you can)
50mpg easy on long runs (46mpg with 2 bikes on the top to the Alps this year), good equipement and very comfortable on long runs.
done a couple of trips to font with 4 adults, 2 boulder mats and all camping gear in the boot - very comfortable.
Relaxing to drive, but still has the beans to be fun if you want to put your foot down (8.8sec 0-60).
Bought mine intending to keep for 2 years, I've had it 6 years now, and can't see a reason to change so I imagine I'll still have it in another 5 years unless it develops serious problems.
Apart from servicing and tyres, the only thing that I've had to do to it in 80,000 miles is to change the EGR valve - £120 parts and 1/2 hour labour (I did it myself)
The one thing I would advise for any car is to not go for stupidly low profile tyres due to their expense (£120-160 each for premium branded) especially if you get a blow out on a motorway and need to get a new tyre at no notice as I have had to twice this year after hitting debris (£180 a time!!!)