2003 Jaguar XJ-Series Review
Price Estimate: $2,538 - $4,116





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Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Powerful supercharged V8 engine, aggressive yet seductive look, sport-tuned suspension.
Cons
- Classic British interior might be too cramped for some people, aged chassis and structure.
What’s new
In its final year of production, the current-generation XJ receives two new packages. XJ8s have the option of the Sovereign Package, offered with an Alpine premium sound system and six-disc changer, heated front and rear seats, wood and leather steering wheel and gearshift knob, boxwood-inlaid walnut trim, chrome grille and splitter, chrome mirror caps and door handles and special wheels. Meanwhile the XJR can be optioned with the R1 Performance Package, which includes Brembo brakes and 18-inch modular wheels.
Edmunds says
The XJ8 is authentically Jaguar: big outside, small inside, filled with supple leather and lustrous wood, but somewhat outdated. Wait a year for a far more technologically advanced flagship Jaguar sedan to fill its shoes.
For sale near Tullahoma, TN
6 listings
- 144,766 miles
- Issue reported, 2 owners, personal use
- 15 City / 22 Hwy MPG
- Titan Auto Brokers (141 mi away)
- Leather Seats
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Power Driver Seat
- Parking sensors
- Auto Climate Control
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Located in Austell, GA
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AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Issue reported
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
18 Combined MPG (15 City/22 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: SAJDA14C33LF59266
Stock: 1170
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 07-04-2025- 101,546 miles
- No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
- 15 City / 22 Hwy MPG
- Brothers Auto Haus (338 mi away)
- Leather Seats
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Power Driver Seat
- Parking sensors
- Auto Climate Control
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Located in Elwood, IN
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AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
18 Combined MPG (15 City/22 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: SAJDA14C73LF54409
Stock: F54409
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 03-15-2025
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Tennessee
$250/mo for XJ-Series XJ8
XJ-Series XJ8
vs
$181/mo
Avg. Large Car
Jaguar XJ-Series Owner Reviews
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2002 Jag XJ Sport
4.5 out of 5 starsjp3558, 11/22/2010
2002 Jaguar XJ-Series XJ Sport 4dr Sedan (4.0L 8cyl 5A)
2 years ago I bought this car for my wife for her birthday because she has always wanted a Jag. This is just a beautiful vehicle. It does have it's quirks but they are far overridden by the cars elegance and luxury. All her local driving is done in her Maxima and long journeys are taken in the Jag. This is a touring car and is designed to be driven on the highway for long distances at … cruising speeds(within the law, of course). Jags have had a horrible history with quality control that I believe Ford ironed out when they took over. Neither of us has ever quite driven a vehicle quality and luxury which is why it is probably the best car we ever owned.
Jaguar XJR New
4.75 out of 5 starsDavid Cromwell, 03/30/2002
2002 Jaguar XJ-Series Super V8 4dr Sedan (4.0L 8cyl S/C 5A)
Strengths: Fun to drive and very fast on a dry road, zips around trucks like a breeze. Looks great, attracts, "Nice car, man!" comments several times a week. No mechanical problems, very nice sound system. And it actually does achieve 21 mpg on the highway.
Weakness: does not go in the snow, at all, not even a little bit. Rear wheels just spin even with a light dusting. Not great … in the rain, either.
Not Allergic to this Cat
5 out of 5 starsImpressive Cat, 01/11/2008
2002 Jaguar XJ-Series Vanden Plas 4dr Sedan (4.0L 8cyl 5A)
Overall very pleased and impressed with this vehicle. As a first-time Jag owner, had not considered a Jag in the past, had previously owned MB, Audi. Have to say I was pleasantly surprised with this vehicle. So far, my ownership experience has been great and has exceeded my expectations!
2003 Vanden Plas-beautiful!
5 out of 5 starsWL, 02/24/2003
2003 Jaguar XJ-Series Vanden Plas 4dr Sedan (4.0L 8cyl 5A)
I purchased my '03 Vanden Plas late
last year and it's been wonderful. I
was lucky to get it because my dealer
informed me that production of the
Vanden Plas has stopped for a while.
I was sad to hear it because I think
that the only car that can out shine
the beauty of a Vanden Plas is maybe a
Rolls Royce. What I couldn't believe
is that these Jags are still hand …
assembled in England (woodwork and
all.) I can't tell you how many
comments I've received on my car.
It's been wonderful. Classic British
luxury at it's best.
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2003 Jaguar XJ-Series, so we've included reviews for other years of the XJ-Series since its last redesign.
2003 XJ-Series Highlights
Sedan
XJ8
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $56,330 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 18 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $250/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 12.7 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | rear wheel drive |
Warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
Safety
Key safety features on the XJ-Series include:
- Alarm
- Stability Control
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