2018 Jaguar XF review
Jaguar XF highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Smooth ride
- Many powertrain options
- Interior stretch-out space
Cons
- Infotainment system is cumbersome
- Many rivals offer a V8
- Some subpar cabin trim
Mileage (EPA estimate)
18 city, 25 highway, 21 combined
Pricing for current inventory
(no current inventory)
The Jaguar XF is sporty and sophisticated
The Jaguar XF is a suave and sophisticated midsize luxury sedan that competes directly with rivals like the BMW 5 Series, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Audi A6, and Lexus ES. That’s some tough competition, yet the XF holds its own thanks to its elegant exterior, spacious interior, refined ride quality, and wide range of powertrain configurations.
Beginning with the 2019 model year, a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder arrives as the XF’s new entry-level engine. Depending on your chosen state of tune, it produces 247 or 296 horsepower. There is also a 180-hp 2.0-liter turbo diesel four or a supercharged 3.0-liter V6 available with 340- or 380 horsepower. Every engine is paired to an eight-speed automatic, and each is offered in rear- or all-wheel-drive format.
Also new for 2018 is the arrival of the sleek XF Sportbrake station wagon, which comes exclusively with the most powerful V6 and AWD.
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What is new for the 2018 Jaguar XF?
- The XF is available in a variety of new trims, including the 20D, 20D Premium, 20D Prestige, 20D R-Sport, 25T, 25T Premium, 25T Prestige, 25T R-Sport, 30T Portfolio, 30T Premium, 30t Prestige, 30t R-Sport, 35t Portfolio, 35t Premium, 35t Prestige, 35t R-Sport, and S First Edition.
- The Base, Premium, Prestige, and R-Sport trims have been discontinued for 2018.
- XF trims have been upgraded with Adjustable Suspension, Rear Sunshade, Head Up Display, A/C Seat(s), Rear Seat Heaters, Automated Cruise Control, Power Hatch/Deck Lid, Turbo Charged Engine, and CD Audio as standard equipment this year.
- Full Roof Rack and Run Flat Tires features are now available as options on select trims.
2018 Jaguar XF trims
S:
- 380-hp, 332-lb-ft of torque 3.0L
- Smart Key
- Lane Departure Warning
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Parking Sensors
- Rear View Camera
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Overhead Airbags
- Side Airbags
- View our Jaguar XF S inventory
S First Edition:
- Includes all features available on the S
- No significant upgrades found on the S First Edition
20D:
- Includes all features available on the S First Edition
- 180-hp, 318-lb-ft of torque 2.0L
- Leatherette Seats
- Turbo Diesel Engine
20D Premium:
- Includes all features available on the 20D
- No significant upgrades found on the 20D Premium
20D Prestige:
- Includes all features available on the 20D Premium
- No significant upgrades found on the 20D Prestige
20D R-Sport:
- Includes all features available on the 20D Prestige
- No significant upgrades found on the 20D R-Sport
25T:
- Includes all features available on the 20D R-Sport
- 247-hp, 269-lb-ft of torque 2.0L
- Turbo Charged Engine
25T Premium:
- Includes all features available on the 25T
- No significant upgrades found on the 25T Premium
25T Prestige:
- Includes all features available on the 25T Premium
- No significant upgrades found on the 25T Prestige
25T R-Sport:
- Includes all features available on the 25T Prestige
- No significant upgrades found on the 25T R-Sport
30T Premium:
- Includes all features available on the 25T R-Sport
- 296-hp, 295-lb-ft of torque 2.0L
30t Prestige:
- Includes all features available on the 30T Premium
- No significant upgrades found on the 30t Prestige
30t R-Sport:
- Includes all features available on the 30t Prestige
- No significant upgrades found on the 30t R-Sport
30T Portfolio:
- Includes all features available on the 30t R-Sport
- Rear Sunshade
- A/C Seats
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Head Up Display
35t Premium:
- Includes all features available on the 30T Portfolio
- 340-hp, 332-lb-ft of torque 3.0L
35t Prestige:
- Includes all features available on the 35t Premium
- No significant upgrades found on the 35t Prestige
35t R-Sport:
- Includes all features available on the 35t Prestige
- No significant upgrades found on the 35t R-Sport
35t Portfolio:
- Includes all features available on the 35t R-Sport
- Automated Cruise Control
- View our Jaguar XF 35t Portfolio inventory
Jaguar XF photos
5 reasons to buy the 2018 Jaguar XF
What We Like
Agility: The XF has quick reflexes that make it very enjoyable to drive. The handling is accurate and nicely matched to a suspension that’s on the firm side, but not punishing when you encounter bumps and ruts in the road.
Engine lineup: The XF spoils you with engine choices. The diesel delivers the best fuel mileage, though the new base turbo-four gas engine is peppy and still relatively frugal at the fuel pump. Of course, the speed of the supercharged V6 in either of its two states of tune is also pretty tempting.
Interior space, trunk volume: The XF is a sport sedan that doesn’t skimp on passenger room or cargo space. Adults will be comfortable no matter where they’re seated, and the 16.1-cubic-foot trunk is ample for luggage-laden vacations. Need even more space? The XF Sportbrake’s trunk measures in at approximately 31 cubic feet.
What Needs Improvement
Infotainment system: No matter if you choose the standard eight-inch or optional 10.2-inch touchscreen, the XF’s infotainment system is prone to bogging down and freezing between menus.
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Ratings & reliability
RepairPal gave the Jaguar XF an overall reliability rating of 2 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Below Average. This rating ranks Jaguar XF 68th out of 68 among Luxury Midsize Cars.
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S 2WD 4D Sedan
Standard Features
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- ABS Brakes
- Adjustable Suspension
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Front Seat Heaters
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Meridian Audio
- Navigation System
- Overhead Airbags
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Parking Sensors
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Spoiler
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Supercharged Engine
- Traction Control
- A/C Seat(s)
- Automated Cruise Control
- Automated Parking
- Head Up Display
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Rear Sunshade
- Satellite Radio Ready
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
3.0L
Horsepower
380
Torque (ft-lbs)
332
Engine type
Supercharged Gas
Fuel capacity
19.5
Wheelbase
116.5"
Overall length
195.2"
Width
78.2"
Height
57.4"
Leg room
F 41.5"/R 36.6"
Head room
F 37.1"/R 37.6"
Front tires
P255/35HR20
Rear tires
P255/35HR20
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2018 Jaguar XF FAQ
The 2018 Jaguar XF is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- S : 20 MPG City and 29 MPG Highway
- S First Edition : 18 MPG City and 25 MPG Highway
- 30t Portfolio : 23 MPG City and 31 MPG Highway
- 30t R-Sport : 23 MPG City and 31 MPG Highway
- 30t Prestige : 23 MPG City and 31 MPG Highway
- 30t Premium : 23 MPG City and 31 MPG Highway
- 35t R-Sport : 20 MPG City and 29 MPG Highway
- 20d Premium : 31 MPG City and 42 MPG Highway
- 20d Prestige : 31 MPG City and 42 MPG Highway
- 20d R-Sport : 31 MPG City and 42 MPG Highway
- 20d : 31 MPG City and 42 MPG Highway
- 35t Prestige : 20 MPG City and 29 MPG Highway
- 35t Premium : 20 MPG City and 29 MPG Highway
- 25t : 25 MPG City and 34 MPG Highway
- 25t Premium : 25 MPG City and 34 MPG Highway
- 25t Prestige : 25 MPG City and 34 MPG Highway
- 25t R-Sport : 25 MPG City and 34 MPG Highway
- 35t Portfolio : 20 MPG City and 29 MPG Highway
The Jaguar XF received a rating of 2 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Below Average. This rating ranks the Jaguar XF as 67 out of 68 among Luxury Midsize Car
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Here is what's new for the 2018 Jaguar XF:
- 20d
- 20d Premium
- 20d Prestige
- 20d R-Sport
- 25t
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