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2011 Jaguar XJ is a super-luxury sport sedan that was completely redesigned, only carrying over the frame from its predecessors. Powered by either a 5.0-liter V-8 or a 5.0-liter supercharged V-8 engine coupled to a six-speed automatic transmission, the Jaguar XJ has plenty of power bolstered by smooth driving and handling.
The Jaguar XJ offers programmable gauges, circular air vents, and other luxuries. The interior and exterior of the new XJ make it difficult to recognize when placed side by side with the previous model. The new XJ sports blacked out C-pillars that make you aware you are definitely looking at a new Jaguar. The XJ's safety features are superb, and the fuel economy is what you'd expect at 16 mpg city / 23 mpg highway.
New for 2011
The Jaguar XJ was completely redesigned for 2011. Sleek modern styling, much better handling, and powerful new 5.0-liter V-8 engine options are among the notable improvements. A stylish new cockpit was designed with high-tech digital gauges, supple leather, and spaciousness, even on short wheelbase trims.
Essentials
Engines: 5.0L V-8, 5.0L supercharged V-8
Transmission: 6-speed automatic
Body Style: Sedan
Trims: XJ Sedan, XJ Supercharged Sedan, XJ Supersport Sedan, XJL Sedan, XJL Supercharged Sedan, XJL Supersport Sedan,
On the Outside
The entire exterior of the 2011 Jaguar XJ was newly designed with sleek headlights, vertical taillights, and blacked-out C-pillars, making it completely unique.
From the Inside
Standard on the Jaguar XJ are leather heated and cooled power front seats and heated rear seats. Jaguar's updated navigation and entertainment system is also standard on the XJ, along with driver-configurable virtual gauges and automatic climate control.
Driving Performance
While the 2010 Jaguar XJ's 385-horsepower 5.0-liter V-8 is plenty powerful and offers the best fuel economy of the lineup, the supercharged 5.0-liter V-8, in either 470- or 510-horsepower trim is beyond compare. Despite its size and weight, the XJ is drives particularly well and offers sporty handling that is near best in its class.
Safety Equipment
Standard safety systems on the Jaguar XJ are front and side airbags for the driver and passenger, side curtain airbags for both front and rear seat occupants, and traction and stability control.
Gas Mileage
Base: 16 mpg city/23 mpg highway
Base/Supercharged LWB: 15mpg city/23 mpg highway
Supersport: 15 mpg city/21 mpg highway
Plusses
- Eye-catching style
- Powerful engines
- Luxurious ride
- Configurable digital gauges
- Exquisite interior
Minuses
- Cramped rear headroom
- Some complicated controls
Rating
A real beauty that drives like a dream
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