Overview & Reviews

Jaguar's premium sedan receives only minor content changes for 2001. The XJ8 and XJ8 L both receive a six-disc CD changer as standard equipment. The Vanden Plas gets a premium sound system with the CD changer as standard, as well as heated front and rear seats. The navigation system is standard on the Vanden Plas Supercharged. For all models, Jaguar has added a new reverse parking control system and strengthened the chassis with new crush tubes, doors, hinges and steering columns. There are also new exterior colors, a new style of wheel for Vanden Plas models and an optional dealer-installed Motorola Timeport digital phone. Topping things off is a new no-cost scheduled maintenance program that covers four regular service visits under the four-year/50,000-mile limited warranty.

• Classic exterior styling, classic interior styling and materials, supercharged engine in XKR and Vanden Plas Supercharged.

• Somewhat cramped interior dimensions, sparse feature list, aging platform.

User Reviews:

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  sliding - 2001 Jaguar XJ-Series
  By qbnrico - September 2 - 2:00 am

  the car is a dream unless there is some snow on the ground. when i say some snow im being kind,its actually any snow. aside from the traction, you could not have a HOTTER car. you feel like james bond when your in it.

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  Power to spare - 2001 Jaguar XJ-Series
  By JP - July 13 - 9:13 am

  If you are looking for a car that personifies elegance and style with the power and performance of a sports car, then the 2001 XJR is your ride. With almost 400 horses on my supercharged Jag, its so much fun watching upstart Mustangs and Maximas recede in my rear view.

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  XJ8-L - 2001 Jaguar XJ-Series
  By Richard - August 23 - 7:16 am

  This car is a great addition to my fleet. I bought it for a cruiser/weekend car, but I cant seem to keep myself out of it. I love the sound system and the power everything is outstanding. It is a well built vehicle and doesnt leak at all. The design of the interior is spacious and very welcoming. It is definitely a head turner. The car is heavy on a steel frame so tires and brakes do not last as long as they should. The brakes are a dual soft system and the rotors ware quickly. They provide superb stopping power but will need to be replaced soon and and often.

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  A bargain exotic sedan if youre careful - 2001 Jaguar XJ-Series
  By John Mulvihill - September 25 - 5:43 am

  This car is a bargain in the used marketplace, with excellent performance and reliability. But there are a few weak areas. Make sure the plastic timing gear has been replaced with factory metal components. And, that the plastic water pump has been replaced with the factory metal unit. Do not buy an XJ thats been through an overheat. The ZF automatic is "sealed for life" and prone to failure over 100K miles unless thoroughly cleaned out. Buy one of these cars only if you know of a non-dealer Jaguar speciality shop that can service it. (Check with your local Jaguar club.)

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  Bad cat, worst pick of the litter - 2001 Jaguar XJ-Series
  By mad lawyer - August 30 - 10:00 am

  Ive owned many luxury cars, all American, hence I never had a jag before. Bought this one used because it was just so pretty sitting on the lot. From day one, Ive had nothing but extremely expensive repair bills from the most wide variety of areas, including, windows, sun roof, shocks, transmission, wheel bearings and finally the engine. In just over 3 years I spent over $10k on repairs, including $3500 for trans., and now they want $7k for a new engine, as I was stranded out on a quiet freeway in a corn field when the engine died last month. I would never recommend this vehicle.

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  Black Cat - 2001 Jaguar XJ-Series
  By Peter - January 29 - 1:33 pm

  Bought used. Car has performed flawlessly ever since. Silky ride, very roomy back seat in the stretch sedan. The smoothest ride in the world. Gets around 27 MPG at 70 MPH, typically 19 MPG in city.

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  Jag Addiction - 2001 Jaguar XJ-Series
  By lyleseven - October 19 - 2:00 am

  this has been a fabulous car. Absolutely no problems other than a front end alignment which the dealer covered under warranty and replaced front tires at no charge. The Pirelli P6000s wear out within 20k miles but they handle and ride beautifully. if you can afford this car why complain about a $125 tire? Gas mileage has been consistently 16+ around town. Everything works. Compared to my 87 XJ this is heaven....

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  Thrilled - 2001 Jaguar XJ-Series
  By Exton - September 1 - 10:00 am

  Purchased used with 21,000 miles. Meeting all my expectations. Mainly highway driven. Quiet, comfortable, smooth and fast.

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  My XJR - 2001 Jaguar XJ-Series
  By jecorbin - December 10 - 2:00 am

  The problem XJ series is no more. Since Fords purchase the quality improvement is amazing. My XJR runs flawlessly and is an awesome four door sports car.

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  My 1st Jag - 2001 Jaguar XJ-Series
  By tex2007 - March 28 - 3:53 pm

  ..always owned BMW or Mercedes. Never owned black vehicle or Jag..till now. My NEXT vehicle will be a black Jag too. L-O-V-E this car! Its nimble, aggressive when necessary and a real head turner. Next Jag will have the Navigation system too. This one is a CPO car which adds to my driving pleasure and peace of mind.