Used 2013 Jaguar XJ Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2013 XJ, so we've included reviews for other years of the XJ since its last redesign.
Actual, original, long-term owner
MJL, 03/09/2019
updated 09/13/2023
2011 Jaguar XJ XJL 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 6A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
The reviews that suggest problems are inconsistent with my own personal experience. My 2011 replaced a 2008 BMW 750Li, and I currently own the Jaguar and a Mercedes GLS. Hands down the Jaguar has provided the most rewarding ownership experience. Out-of-pocket expenses other than annual scheduled maintenance, a new set of tires and a replacement battery is approximately $350.00 for a locking motor. That's 8 1/2 years and 102,000 miles. Apart from its having a bit more road noise than the 2008 BMW and an infuriatingly large and heavy keyless entry/ignition fob (both resolved in later versions), this car has delivered more satisfaction than any other I have ever owned. I have been waiting for its replacement, only to find it's not going to be replaced as a gasoline powered vehicle. Because of that and only because of that I have ordered a 2020 BMW 750. The MPG rating below is based on my driving pattern, which is 70% highway driving.
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Big Cat
ljosephus, 05/23/2011
2011 Jaguar XJ XJL 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 6A)
19 of 21 people found this review helpful
We only have 3,000 miles on our SJL but, so far, we are really pleased. Performance is fine. Rear seat legroom is exceptional. With the exception of what appear to be overly wide gaps at fenders, hood, trunk lid, etc. the build quality seems excellent. Just a few minor niggles: The rear cup holders are positioned in a way that makes them virtually unusable. The wood grain on the front doors does not match that across the dash (under the windshield), there is no dead pedal and the electronic responses (start-stop button, for example) is way too slow. Ride is a little harsh. Standard radio is great! Both the transmission and engine are A-OK! And the value, overall, is outstanding.
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LOVE MY JAG !!!
Phil, 11/12/2017
updated 11/20/2019
2012 Jaguar XJ 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 6A)
13 of 14 people found this review helpful
This is my first Jag !! I love it ,a real eye turner . I always have people to come to asking what kind of car are you driving? if you love attention you will love an XJ . I was blessed to have a choice between an BMW ,or an Mercedes . I made the right decision.
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Great car... Until...
Scott Bolli, 08/22/2018
2012 Jaguar XJ 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 6A)
18 of 20 people found this review helpful
I got a great price on a lease-return XJ and I love the car. I bought it with 44,000 miles and now, at 75,000, just after the certified warranty has expired, it's got a major starting problem, with the dash warnings lit up like Times Square. I had the problem intermittently and I took it in while still under warranty, but they couldn't figure it out. Now, every third or fourth start, it does this death rattly and I have to shut it down and restart it twice to reset the problem. It's a gorgeous car, but it's a maintenance nightmare.
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Excitement All Over Again
Don West, 06/26/2010
2011 Jaguar XJ XJL 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 6A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
What a refreshing example of a brand! The old XJ was tired (but reliable) and needed an update. Just left the car wash and felt sorry for the Panamera next to me! An extra $30,000 for a four seater that doesn't know if it is a sedan or not. Haven't seen a breakout car since the 2005 Chrysler 300 till this. Should be the luxury Car of the Year. Front row car at five star restaurants. Move over Audi, BMW & Mercedes.