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After 42 years of looking at his reflection in the mirror, the Jaguar XJ cracked the glass and went his own way in 2010. However, the x351 fastback iteration rather than three-window saloon is a practical as well as luxurious car designed to compete with rivals from Audi, BMW and Mercedes rather than rest on its laurels attrition.
There are standard and long wheelbase versions, highway expresses with efficient 3.0-liter diesel engines, asphalt shredders with supercharged 5,0-liter V8 diesel engines, bare essentials versions, and others buckle under the weight of folding tables.
Prices range from £6000 for early high-mile diesels to £50,000 for the latest, 2019 dealer-reg Demos. While production ended in July 2019, you'll still be able to pick up unregistered XJS through too, with prices approaching £84,000, before a substantial discount.
The car was produced for nine years, during which he played leapfrog from the competition. This means it's best to buy the end of the XJ, which is how much you can afford. And compare those you are looking for too, because no two models are exactly the same.
Diesel versions are the most plentiful. Since launch, the 3.0-litre V6 has 271bhp, but that's the 2013 model year car you want because it's cleaner and cheaper than the tax (£200 vs. £260). Better still is the 2016 car. True, the road tax is back up to £260, but the power stands at 296bhp. By the way, this is £260 road tax on examples registered before April 1, 2017. Those registered from that date attract a five-year tax on cars valued over £40,000 new. This year it is £320 on top of the £145 standard fare or XJ service cost.
This later 3.0 liter diesel engine (badged 300) is the point for its light performance and good economy (around 45mpg). This is handy because there are several petrols around. The first of the pitfalls, in 2010, was the 5,0-liter V8, in supercharged (power increased to 380bhp) and supercharged (503bhp) forms. The first is rare and about £2000 cheaper today, as per. They were held in 2012 with a supercharged 3.0 V6 producing 335bhp.
This is the way to go if you want a gas with reasonable economy and a 2013 Reg portfolio with 45000 miles for $17,500. If you're going for a low-mileage model, opt for a supercharged V8 (£14,500 on a 2011-reg with 90000 miles).
The 2013 age rating arrived with 542bhp from a supercharged V8. (We found a mint 2014 Reg with 63,000 miles for $23,975.) By 2015, V6s and two supercharged V8s were only petrols, but at 567 hp. With. and the V8 containing the 575 arrived in 2017 to see the model through its final years.
As for Steam, the portfolio (massage seats and premium stereos) dominates, but premium is quite a lot, too.
Jaguar company founder Sir William Lyons may not recognize the 2010-19 XJ, but in the context of his rivals today, he is an engine of real difference.
Need to know
Depending on what survey you consider, the XJ is not one of the most reliable luxury cars on the market, or at least. Everyone agrees that its electrical systems, although the most difficult aspect,.
The car had a number of major upgrades. First, 2012 introduced a more efficient automatic transmission, four-wheel drive on some 3.0 V6 petrols, retuned suspension and digital radio. The Slipkov simulation arrived in June 2015, and then, in 2016, there were new engines, a new infotainment system (Pro touch system) and all grade control surfaces (TsNAP). Finally, the car received newer technology already in 2017.
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Our choice
Jaguar XJ 3.0 d SVB premium luxury: From the 2016 model year, the 3.0 diesel engine produces a more than adequate 296bhp, while Premium Luxe trim adds heated seats to round, keyless go and boosted stereos.
wild cards
Jaguar containing 575 SVB: thanks to 567 hp With. supercharged V8 containing despatch 0-62 mph in 4,2 seconds on the way to 186 mph. Luxurious interior, and a stunning combination of handling, smoothness and comfort make it irresistible.
The ones we found
Portfolio 2011 5.0 B8 long wheelbase, 96 miles, £000
2015 3.0td 275 SVB portfolio, 65.000 miles, £17,300
2017 3.0 D 300 luxury SVB, 26 miles, £000
2019 3.0d Premium Luxury SVB, 3000 Miles, £35,450
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