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2018 XJ R-Sport 4dr Rear-Wheel Drive Sedan
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Price:   -  From $75,400
2018 XJ R-Sport 4dr All-Wheel Drive Sedan Price:   -  From $78,300
2018 XJL Portfolio 4dr Rear-Wheel Drive Sedan Price:   -  From $84,500
2018 XJL Portfolio 4dr All-Wheel Drive Sedan Price:   -  From $87,400
2018 XJ Supercharged 4dr Rear-Wheel Drive Sedan Price:   -  From $93,000
2018 XJL Supercharged 4dr Rear-Wheel Drive Sedan Price:   -  From $96,300
2018 XJR575 4dr Rear-Wheel Drive Sedan Price:   -  From $122,400

Overview

Imagine an Amtrak commuter car versus a Pullman; one says cheap and efficient, the other sings a melody of elegant opulence and splendor. So it is with the Jaguar XJ, a breed of automobile that quietly exudes an aura of distinction that would make founder Sir William Lyons proud. Grace, space, and pace defined Jaguars of yore, and for 2018 the XJ continues to embody that time-proven ethos.

What's New for 2018

The new, high-performance XJR575 trim takes a position at the top of the XJ line, boasting a 5.0-liter, supercharged V-8 with 575 horsepower.

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Choosing Your Jaguar XJ

As the top-shelf sedan in the Jaguar portfolio, choice is abundant with the XJ. The three available engines, two different wheelbases, and five distinct trim levels allow buyers to tailor their British saloon to be anything from the proverbial "velvet hammer" to a richly appointed, chauffeured chariot.

The first engine on the pecking order is a 340-horsepower 3.0-liter supercharged V6. It can sprint to 60 miles per hour in 5.7 seconds in rear-drive guise, or 6.1 seconds if equipped with all-wheel drive. It is also the most parsimonious XJ, with EPA-estimated fuel economy of 18 miles per gallon city, 23 highway and 21 combined. It is available with the XJ R-Sport and XJL Portfolio.

For those looking for a little more oomph, there are two V8s available. The milder of the two is Jaguar Land Rover's charming supercharged 5.0-liter, putting out 470 horsepower. Compared to the V6, fuel economy falls to 15/23/18. This engine delivers 0-60 in under five seconds, and is standard fare for the XJ Supercharged and XJL Supercharged.

The engine with the most chutzpah is the 575-horse 5.0-supercharged V8, the same engine Jaguar has attached to its past several SVR models. It is only available in the long-wheelbase XJR575, and lets the big cat run up to 186 mph and hit 60 mph in 4.2 seconds – an impressive feat for a beast that weighs well over two tons.

When barreling along in any XJ, it's comforting to know that there's safety features at the ready should anything go awry. Jaguar equips all flavors of XJ with a multitude of airbags, lane-departure warning and lane-keep assist, a driver condition monitor and Jaguar Protect, which lets the car make an emergency SOS call in the case of an accident.

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XJ R-Sport

The entry-level XJ is the V6-powered $76,395 (including destination) XJ R-Sport. Although it is the "base" model, there is little about a $75,000 car that is base. Ergo, the comprehensive list of standard features include heated and auto-dimming exterior mirrors, LED headlights with automatic high beams, rain-sensing wipers, an infrared windshield, a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment unit, a CD and DVD player, Bluetooth, and a 20-speaker Meridian sound system. Other standard features include dual-zone climate control, analog clock, a panoramic glass roof, approach illumination, heated leather steering wheel, multiple drive modes, and heated and cooled power front seats upholstered in perforated leather.

Available packages include the $510 Illumination Package, which gives buyers illuminated air vents and LED reading lamps, and the $2,040 Comfort Package - 18-way power front seats with 4-way lumbar and 5-setting massage adjustments, four-zone climate control and a passenger memory seat. A 26-speaker, 1,300-watt Meridan Reference sound system is available for a hefty $4,285, as is a 360-degree surround-view camera and active parking assist, both $815, and finally, a $1,625 adaptive cruise control system.

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XJL Portfolio

The next-cheapest XJ is the XJL Portfolio, which has a sticker price of $85,495. It is also powered by the V6, and boasts an extra 4.9 inches between the axles compared to the standard wheelbase models. Standard features include 14-way power seats that are heated, cooled, ventilated and feature massage and lumbar adjustment, an electric rear sunshade, illuminated rear vanity mirrors, four-zone climate control, a 20-speaker Meridian sound system, navigation and blind-spot monitor.

Everything optional on the R-Sport is available here, with the exception of the Comfort Pack (the contents of which have been made standard). A $4,080 Premium Rear Seat Package can be equipped to turn the the standard rear bench seat into two chairs that offer three massage functions, memory settings, a folding armrest with switch panels, business tables that fold into the front seats, and an entertainment unit that features two 10.2-inch screens and wireless headphones.

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XJ Supercharged

The standard-wheelbase Supercharged is the cheapest way to get V8 power under the hood of the XJ. Jaguar is sneaky here; it advertises a base price of $93,000, but neglect to say that a mandatory upgrade is the 18-way power seats, which add a cool $2,040 to the final price. What this means is that a base XJ Supercharged with no options costs, after delivery, $96,035 - a good bit more than the advertised $93,000.

Pricing tactics aside, the XJ Supercharged mostly matches the XJ R-Sport in both standard and optional equipment. Notable differences are the standard 20-inch wheels, 18-way power front seats with massage and memory, four-zone climate control, heated and cooled rear seats and the requisite 5.0 badges.

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XJL Supercharged

The long-wheelbase XJL Supercharged costs $97,295, and is powered by the 470-hp V8. Both standard and optional features closely mirror the XJL Portfolio. Differences include a quilted seat pattern, 20-inch wheels, actively ventilated heated and cooled rear seats, 18-way front seats with massage function and power rear side-window sunshades.

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XJR575

The granddaddy of XJs, the long-wheelbase XJR575 ups the price to $123,395. The heart of this package is the 575-horsepower, 5.0-supercharged V8. Features unique to the most athletic XJ include a sport exhaust, red brake calipers, hood louvres, and aluminium paddle shifters. Options include a bird's eye camera, heated windshield, adaptive cruise control, and a front ashtray and lighter.

CarsDirect Tip

While the XJR575 is enticing, the high performance and lack of luxury features doesn't align with the full-size, long-wheelbase grandeur that is a full-size luxury liner's calling card. That said, more power on a car of this sort is always better than less, so if the budget allows, spring for the XJ Supercharged. If Jacques is doing the driving, get the XJL Supercharged with the Premium Rear Seat Package and feel like a head of state as you're whisked to your next rendezvous.

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Specs & Features

Highlights
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Not Available
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
5.0L V-8 / 470 HP / 424 ft.lbs.
Transmission
8-spd Jaguar Sequential Shift w/OD
Drive Type
Rear-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
15 / 23 / 19 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
5
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
60 Months / 60,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
5.0L V-8 / 470 HP / 424 ft.lbs.
Drive Type
Rear-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined
15 / 23 / 19 Mpg
Brakes
4-wheel Disc
Front Suspension
Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension
Independent Double Wishbone
Spare Tire And Wheel
Compact Aluminum
Fuel Tank
21.1 Gal.
Recommended Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded
Average Cost To Fill Tank
$81
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume
15.2 Cu.ft.
Passenger Volume
Exterior Length
206.9 "
Exterior Width
74.8 "
Exterior Height
57.5 "
Front Headroom
Rear Headroom
Front Legroom
41.5 "
Rear Legroom
44.1 "
Front Shoulder Room
Rear Shoulder Room
Front Hip Room
Rear Hip Room
Curb Weight
4,156 Lbs.
Wheel Base
124 "
Turning Radius
20.2 '
Exterior Features
Door Count
4 Doors
Wheels
20.0 " Gray Aluminum / 19.0 " Silver Aluminum / 20.0 " Machined W/painted Accents Aluminum / 20.0 " Polished W/painted Accents Aluminum
Paint
Clearcoat Monotone / Metallic Monotone
Exterior Mirrors
Dual Heated, Power Remote Driver, Power Remote W/tilt Down Passenger
Bumpers
Body-colored With Chrome Insert
Grille Moldings
Chrome
Rear Spoiler
Exhaust
Dual Stainless Steel With Chrome Tailpipe Finish
Interior Features
Seating
Passenger Capacity
5
Seat Trim
Leather
Front Seat Type
Bucket
Heated Front Seats
Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls
(12-way Power)
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls
(12-way Power)
Front Armrests
(12-way Power)
Rear Armrests
Center
Rear Seats
Bench / Bucket
Radio & Infotainment
Radio
Siriusxm Am/fm/hd/satellite, Seek-scan
Speakers
20 Meridian / 26 Meridian
Radio Steering Wheel Controls
Apple Car Play
Android Auto
Bluetooth w/ Hands-Free Connectivity
Convenience Features
Steering Wheel Type
Power Telescopic Tilt
Climate Control
Automatic Air Conditioning
Cruise Control
With Steering Wheel Controls
Sun Roof
Express Open/close
Rearview Mirror
Auto-dimming Day-night
One Touch Open Window
Front And Rear
Tinted Windows
Light
Vanity Mirrors
Dual Illuminated
Remote Keyless Entry
Keyfob (all Doors)
Power Outlets
3
Safety Features
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Overall Front Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Overall Side Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Rollover Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Front Impact Airbags
Driver And Passenger
Driver Side Impact Airbags
Seat Mounted
Knee Airbag
Passenger Side Impact Airbag
Seat Mounted
Rear Side Airbag
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Front
Anti-Lock Brakes
4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs)
Forward Collision Warning
Blind Spot Sensor
Blind Spot Assist Blind Spot
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keep Assist Lane Departure
Autonomous Cruise Control
Pedestrian Detection
Driver Attention Alert
Driver Condition Monitor Driver Attention
Daytime Running Lights
Auto High Beams
Auto High Beam Assist (ahba) Auto High-beam
Adaptive Headlights
Directionally Adaptive
Parking Sensors
Front And Rear / Park Assist Automated
Security Systems
Security System
Panic Alarm
Ignition Disable
Immobilizer
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles
60 Months / 60,000 Miles
Major Components Months
60 Months / 60,000 Miles
Included Maintenance Months
60 Months / 60,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance Months
60 Months / 60,000 Miles
Corrosion Perforation
72 Months / Unlimited Miles
Accessories Months
60 Months / 60,000 Miles

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