Overview & Reviews
Long-wheelbase models are added to the lineup in standard, Vanden Plas and Super V8 trim.
- Supple ride quality, powerful V8 engines, roomy interior, more athletic than you might think.
- Fussy interior controls, clumsy transmission shifter, CD changer is still in the trunk.
User Reviews:
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Luxury, Performance, Beauty, Value - 2005 Jaguar XJ-Series
By David T. - April 13 - 2:43 amIve compared specs with small-block MBs, BMWs, Audis, VWs. The XJ VDP is the roomiest, best ride, highest hp/ton of them all and the best compromise between comfort and sport in the luxury vehicles. Its so quiet and comfortable, yet I can drive it aggressively whenever I need to or want. Rear knee room is huge cause the wheelbase is longer than even a Bentley! The riv-bonded aluminum frame is state-of-the-art, so my VDP weighs only about 200 lbs more than my 2000 Firebird. Imagine that! A limo that responds like a sports sedan. My wife loves this car for the comfort and big back seat. All this for much less than the others. This Jag is a very fine automobile.
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Classy and Quick - 2005 Jaguar XJ-Series
By Dan Derrick - January 22 - 8:53 pmThe Jaguar is a bit of a paradox. Folks look at the classic Jaguar appearance and make assumptions, but this aluminum XJ is light, quick and responsive. The car handles well, and is comfortable. The cabin has plenty of space, but it also retains a warmth and coziness that is unique to Jaguar
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Reborn Driver - 2005 Jaguar XJ-Series
By David T - November 9 - 11:30 amThis car has put the fun back in driving for me. What was a chore has become pure pleasure. I jump into my Jaguar at the slightest excuse. On the highway, you set the cruise control, settle into the pilots seat, & luxuriate. What strikes me after driving high-end Volvos for 25 years (& a TR-6) is the quiet of the cab, the surge of power when needed, & the superb handling. And lets face it: theres no other car in the price range that has such beautiful styling. Audi, BMW, Mercedes, Lexus - especially from a 3/4 view - all look the same. I take pride in owning a classically distinctive motorcar that turns heads, esply mine. Admittedly Ive only owned it three months, but Im still in love.
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- 2005 Jaguar XJ-Series
By cortez - October 23 - 10:00 amthis jaguar will give more bang for your buck. comfort, performance,great warrenty, you just cant beat it!
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Beautiful car - 2005 Jaguar XJ-Series
By charlyn - September 1 - 12:16 amWe have had only one problem with this car, a door handle. It has been replaced, but still is not completely fixed. It works.We have had trouble with the service dept. where we purchased it. That is our biggest complaint. The car is a wonderful car. I dont think it looks as classy as Jaguar used to, but its still distinctive.
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My XJ-8 - 2005 Jaguar XJ-Series
By Sumner - June 12 - 5:20 pmgreat car to drive... lots of gadgets, can be confusing. Bucket seats could be more comfortable. Excellent fuel mileage, up tp 32 mpg. Superior exterior finsh. Very steady at high rates of speed and difficult to stay within speed limit.
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My XJ-8 - 2005 Jaguar XJ-Series
By Sumner - June 12 - 4:46 pmGreat car to drive... lots of gadgets, can be confusing. Bucket seats could be more comfortable. Excellent fuel mileage, up tp 32 mpg. Superior exterior finish. Very steady at high rates of speed and difficult to stay within speed limit.
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My XJ-8 - 2005 Jaguar XJ-Series
By Sumner - June 12 - 4:46 pmgreat car to drive... lots of gadgets, can be confusing. Bucket seats could be more comfortable. Excellent fuel mileage, up tp 32 mpg. Superior exterior finsh. Very steady at high rates of speed and difficult to stay within speed limit.
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My XJ8 - 2005 Jaguar XJ-Series
By Ed Piccolino - May 6 - 3:50 amA remarkable combination of agile performance, but not at the sacrifice of a very comfortable ride -- up to now, an impossible combination.
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Im a believer - 2005 Jaguar XJ-Series
By DrJRapp - March 23 - 6:33 pmAfter having two X Type Jaguars which I found to be nothing special, I took the plung and bought the big cat. Im so glad I did, this is without a doubt the best car Ive ever owned. Each day I discover new things to love about it. Most amazingly, its big and its quick and still gives me 22 MPG average (and Im not a light foot).