2009 Jaguar XF Consumer Reviews

Better than "Ultimate Driving Machine"

Written by: Vikram on 09/26/2009

Vehicle

2009 Jaguar XF Premium Luxury 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

Got my XF 5 months ago and I still feel the same excitement to drive this car as I felt on the first day! I've owned BMWs (both, 3- & 5-series sedans) for over 8 years and never thought I'd walk away from a BMW, but when I test drove an XF I was hooked in 45 seconds! BMWs are awesome, but the Jag has far superior handling, and the transmission & ride are unbelievably smooth. My wife never turns down my "rare & limited" offers to drive the XF, gladly handing me her Lexus RX350 keys. Also, I absolutely enjoy the looks I get when I drive by anyone. :)

Favorite Features

Love the Advanced Vision package and ventilated seats.

Suggested Improvements

Needs more rear seat legroom. Turn indicator clicking sound should be lowered. Should come with Michelins, NOT Continental.

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2009 Jaguar XF Supercharged

Written by: Jadant on 09/16/2009

Vehicle

2009 Jaguar XF Supercharged 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl S/C 6A)

Review

I assumed the lease on this beautiful Liquid Silver Jaguar XF Supercharged almost 1 month ago. I picked it up in the Bay area and drove it up along Interstate 5 all night long and it was the most exhilarating drive. Going through the mountains near Shasta was smooth and I felt very confident going over and around the bends. I put approximately 750 miles that night and even though I was tired when I got home I couldn't help but stare at the beautiful curves and elegant design, and couldn't leave it dirty, so I ended up washing it.

Favorite Features

The growl of the engine and the feeling of my body sinking into the plush leather seats as I accelerate out of a corner is my favorite. Then there is the lines of the car and the comfort of the seats. The other plus is the ventilated seats.

Suggested Improvements

I have had one issue and after reading tech documents on it found that the suspension system is a very complex system with many inputs. Received a CATS system failure due to one of the inputs not responding in a timely manner.

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It's a looker

Written by: Gary on 09/02/2009

Vehicle

2009 Jaguar XF Supercharged 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl S/C 6A)

Review

Bought my Supercharged XF from a local dealer in Southern Calif. Was originally looking at the XJ, but way too low tech. This dealer modifies a lot of vehicles. Mine has ground effects and 22 inch tires. I get comments everywhere I drive. Just passed 8000 miles. Made four trips with it to Las Vegas, have installed escort ci 9500 for a little extra safety on long drives. Only problem is the electronic parking brake knob gets very hot during long drives.

Favorite Features

Rotating vents upon start-up. Supercharger. Jag getting away from all the low tech items that they have on the other models.

Suggested Improvements

Larger trunk (barely fits golf clubs). More leg room in the back seat (previous car was a Lexus LS430). Don't incorporate the new vents that are in the brochure in the 2010 model. Make a performance chip to increase the horsepower, but not voiding the Warranty.

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2 Jags two times the problems

Written by: G. H. B on 08/18/2009

Vehicle

2009 Jaguar XF Premium Luxury 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

We purchased two XF's, problems started about two months after. Engine lights coming on, two tires blown, brake noise, steering pulsating, brake fade, bad, roof seal, wind noise and more. Continental tires on delivered vehicles that are not recommended. Dealership is trying but no luck so far, we may be looking at Lemon Law. We love the look of the car. We were very excited to make the purchase as this is a very sexy car and should be much better than what we have experienced. These are our first Jags and possibly our last. Problems are consistent on both cars. Jag has a problem and they need to fix it!

Favorite Features

Look of the care, power, features

Suggested Improvements

Brakes, Tires, Software updates

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The best

Written by: robe on 08/11/2009

Vehicle

2009 Jaguar XF Premium Luxury 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

After having three 5 series BMW's in the past ten years I was ready for a change from the same old same old...i- drive and run flat tires ended the ten year the love hate relationship. My first XF was the V6 ( I'm in Australia) and it was a real disappointment performance wise after the 530i I had previously. For all its sins the BMW had it over the Jag hands down. So after 3months, I took the financial pain and switched to the Premium Luxury 4.2, and what a difference. I've had mine for just on a year and it continues to delight me and frankly a lot of others judging by comments and interest in the vehicle.

Favorite Features

Cockpit functionality, interior finish, smooth acceleration, general handling. Great looks.

Suggested Improvements

Only grief I've had is the battery packed it in a month after purchase, (factory problem) not fun when your inside a tight garage at home.

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Unbelievably fun car

Written by: SC on 08/04/2009

Vehicle

2009 Jaguar XF Supercharged 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl S/C 6A)

Review

Easily the coolest and most fun to drive car i have ever owned. Previous cars were BMW and Audi. Get stares and comments regularly (not that i necessarily enjoy all the attention). Ride quality, handling, and what seems like limitless power are the highs. Not to mention luxurious interior and all the gizmos (adaptive cruise, blind spot detection, parking aid, dynamic suspension, ventilated seats, ipod, sat radio, etc). no problems or bugs so far (nearly 5000 miles). we'll see how long the 20inch tires and brakes last.

Favorite Features

power (especially dynamic mode) handling beautiful interior and exterior

Suggested Improvements

more side support in front seats front seats could also be a little wider

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fun to drive

Written by: raviji on 08/02/2009

Vehicle

2009 Jaguar XF Luxury 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

we took the car on a 850mi round trip...performed very well. Average 26 miles despite getting stuck in montreal traffic. Much better than infiniti G35. other than minor issues, car has performed very well.

Favorite Features

ride comfort and looks.

Suggested Improvements

impr touch control screen performance.

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My experience was not good

Written by: JP on 07/30/2009

Vehicle

2009 Jaguar XF Luxury 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

Very appearing car until the problems start. On way home from dealer, engine light came on. Took it back and they could not explain what is use (Computer should give some kind of code). Said battery may have been low, so they recharged and reset computer. On way home from dealer, differential started making noise. Took back again. Dealer thought may be normal. Drove another with mechanic and they acknowledged should not make noise. Had to obtain approval from Jaguar to repair. At this point I had enough. After 170 miles, 150 of which were back and forth to dealer, I returned car. Cost me $6,000.00 to have dealer buy back car. Be careful going down this road. Jaguar USA didn't care!

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

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Classy Vehicle

Written by: luvtns on 07/27/2009

Vehicle

2009 Jaguar XF Luxury 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

This has to be the nicest vehicle I have ever purchased. It is classy, beautiful to look at, interior is scrumptious and comfortable. I even get an average of 26 mpg combined city & highway.

Favorite Features

I love the shifting with the knob instead of stick shift, the blue light in the interior, and comfort of the seats.

Suggested Improvements

Need to include standard the blind side vision.

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Can't trust it

Written by: Bill on 07/22/2009

Vehicle

2009 Jaguar XF Luxury 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

I have had more problems in 8 months with this car then I had in the last 6 years combined with my BMW and Lincoln LS. Battery cable problems left me stranded and had to be repaired twice. Windshield washers repaired twice. Touch screen replaced. Check engine light fixed. My local dealer has been OUTSTANDING and saved my sanity. On style and ride the car wins hands down; but if I had it to do over again, I would be in a BMW. Beauty doesn't help when the car won't run.

Favorite Features

Styling and color (radiance/champagne).

Suggested Improvements

Invest in quality control and don't have to fix the same thing twice.

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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