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Used 2004 Jaguar S-Type R Consumer Reviews

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4.75 out of 5 stars

A great car

John1403, 08/27/2003
2004 Jaguar S-Type R 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl S/C 6A)
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I have had this car for four months and love it. Performance is wonderful, and, having had a 2000 4.0 S-Type, I have never seen a car so improved. In addition, I love the fact that the car looks fantastic; it does not look fast, yet you can smoke nearly any other car on the road.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

R type is the M-5 and AMG killer

lmcrane, 02/10/2004
2004 Jaguar S-Type R 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl S/C 6A)
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Recently replaced a BMW 740i with a 2004 Jaguar S-type R. More value in the Jag S-R than BMW or M-B. Felt that I had all the benefits of the M-5 or AMG for $25K less (and also beat the prices of the 545 and E- 500). The 390 HP pulls strongly at all rev levels, but is also smooth in city driving. The chassis/tires and computer controlled suspenswion can handle all of this with aplomb. The new Jag NAV system is excellent with an easily self replaceable DVD. The advanced sound system, part of the R package, is quite good and easy to use, with voice, steering wheel, or dash controls. Gas mileage has been 16-17 mpg in town, not bad for a 400 HP rocket.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Jaguar S-Type R

Ed Campbell, 07/18/2003
2004 Jaguar S-Type R 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl S/C 6A)
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Third week of ownership, Carnival red with sand interior. Replaced a '96 Impala SS, far more deluxe (to say the least), noticeably more powerful. Excellent commuter machine, fat torque curve gives effortless acceleration. Fine view down the bonnet with beautifully chromed cat on display. Opulent Brit interior makes competition look drab. Instrument cluster lets the side down a bit. Ride is supple, and despite the 18" wheels, tire noise is subdued. On smooth surfaces eerily quiet. A great pleasure to drive.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Jag SR

Duane Marlink, 12/23/2003
2004 Jaguar S-Type R 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl S/C 6A)
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If your thinking of a Jag, it's an excellent car. We have driven Mercedes for the past 3-4 years, and the performance surpasses the E430 and Clk420

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5 out of 5 stars

Great acceleration,great looks,great fin

Jogden, 02/17/2004
2004 Jaguar S-Type R 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl S/C 6A)
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Acceleration great when passing-also safe because pass is quick. People seem to know the car-lots of good comments.

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