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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2012 XF, so we've included reviews for other years of the XF since its last redesign.
My second XF
cbrandi, 02/27/2012
2012 Jaguar XF Portfolio 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 6A)
49 of 58 people found this review helpful
Traded my 2009 for a 2012, loved my Jag and never a single problem so when I saw the '12 I just had to have it. Opted for the Portfolio edition, love the interior it is so far above anything else in this price range as to have no competition. The new seats are even more comfortable, cooled as well as heated, so no more sweaty back when driving in summer heat. I looked at BMW, Merc and Audi, they are all so common and derivative, what a bore to drive one. I like that Jaguar gives so many options in customizing the look: interior colors, choice of veneers, the whole experience is up market.
So good so far
dwightex, 06/15/2014
2012 Jaguar XF 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 6A)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful
Have had my 2012 Base XF with 5.0 Liter V8 for about 4 months. Getting about 18 MPG. I did get 29 MPG on a 200 mile trip. Acceleration is terrific, near the 5.2 or 5.4 0-60 mph claim. I put 18" wheels and Conti tires because of all of the potholes on Rt 95. I prefer the ride now. the nav isn't all that great, but it does work. Radio is mediocre. But I bought the car to drive, to shift, to accelerate and to make turns that are amazing for a daily driver. this is better than my Volvo S60R. This is a real grown up car. Much better than BMW, I think. Beautiful, graceful, fast, fun. Very reliable so far. This car will become more popular. All of my friends love it. And I love it.
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Jaguar expensive repairs!
Matt Yeates, 08/29/2017
updated 08/30/2018
2011 Jaguar XF Supercharged 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl S/C 6A)
32 of 39 people found this review helpful
At 76300 miles and 6 years into my Jaguar XF 2011 Supercharged, I am now having to replace my fuel injectors on cylinders 2, 4, 6 and 8. Completely unacceptable and more so for a dealer attempting to charge $3200. My first and last Jaguar. Fun as hell to drive...expensive as hell to fix!
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Best car ever owned
JSnow, 02/25/2023
2012 Jaguar XF 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Classy body style that didn't change much over the years so it's still impressive looking 11 years later! Doing regular maintenance meant I never had a single breakdown or unexpected problem. Love the quality leather seats, even the back of the seat is leather, and double stitched dash and doors. Such quality you don't see in anything under $80,000 these days. Smooth shifting and acceleration with 385 horsepower V8. It even sounds sexy when it starts, for a luxury sedan not trying to be a sports car. Comfortable seats, great handling... one of Jaguars best ever vehicles. Sadly, mine just got hit tonight and totaled. Thankfully not my fault and everyone was safe and unharmed. So there's that too, it took the impact like a champ. I loved it and was hoping to keep it longer.
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A Portfolio to Travel With...
Jim V, 10/23/2019
2012 Jaguar XF Portfolio 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 6A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
I bought this Jag two years ago and have never regretted it. This model year was the last with a non-turbo V-8 option. The Portfolio edition has every bell and whistle I care about on the creature comfort side. The 5.0 liter V-8 provides incredible acceleration. The cornering and braking are remarkable. On two lane blacktop country roads, it simply cuts through effortlessly. I have had zero maintenance issues over two years and 10,000 miles of mostly local and longer distance pleasure driving. I replaced the original Continental tires with a set of Goodyear Eagle tires and I like the feel as well as the low level of road noise in the cabin. On long highway trips with the cruise set at 74 mph I average 26 mpg. Predictably, around town mostly averaging 20-25 mph I only get 16-18 mpg. I was fortunate to buy this with only 26,000 miles on it. When I retire in a couple of years I should be right around 40-45,000 miles. I am betting that this cat will be good for many years of enjoyable driving as my wife and I enjoy our vacations in the southeast.