Overview & Reviews

A fifth model -- the supercharged Vanden Plas -- has been added. All XJ8 Sedans gain all-speed traction control, improved ABS, rain-sensing windshield wipers, and child seat-anchor brackets as standard equipment. A new navigation system is being offered as optional equipment, as is an upgraded 320-watt Alpine system. The anti-theft system now has an encrypted key transponder. There are two new exterior colors and one new interior color.

The XJR gains all-speed traction control, improved ABS, rain-sensing windshield wipers, child seat-anchor brackets and an upgraded 320-watt Alpine system as standard equipment. A new navigation system is being offered as optional equipment. The anti-theft system now has an encrypted key transponder. The XJR also gets new 18-inch wheels and a different new style for the seats.

• Distinctive and curvaceous bodywork, rich interior materials, quiet and smooth ride.

User Reviews:

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  Drives like a jet fighter - 2000 Jaguar XJ-Series
  By phdunn - November 28 - 8:36 am

  Great smooth acceleration, some wind noise, comfortable ride. Corners very well with little sway. Good gas mileage (18-19 in city & 26 on Interstate). Very good controls and within easy reach. Car not for large people, OK if you are tall. Great leg room in front and sufficient in rear. Limited cup holders, only 1 set in front. Tables in back of front seat are high. Plush wool floor mats. After purchasing, drove 600 miles without a hitch. This is the closest to having a sedan that drives like a sports car.

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  buyer beware! - 2000 Jaguar XJ-Series
  By Ron Rich - September 30 - 5:00 pm

  My vehicle was bought from a 3rd party while under factory warranty. The local dealer sold me an extended warranty before the new car warranty expired. The "nickasil engine has been discontinued! Mine is a disaster! The car with 48k miles on it, has been blowing out white smoke for periodically since the miles were in the 20s. The engine is worn out and needs to be replaced. Extended warranties wont cover "wear". Jaguar wont help! All services were done at the dealer! Jag buyers and owners BEWARE!!! This is very costly and discouraging especially with such low mileage!

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  Timing Chain Blown - 2000 Jaguar XJ-Series
  By Lost - February 13 - 7:50 am

  Timing chain gone at 105,000 miles. Cost to replace engine quoted at $25,000. New car instead.

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  Great car, but can I rely on it? - 2000 Jaguar XJ-Series
  By gr8golfr - February 2 - 2:00 am

  Great car on the highway...smooth as silk and good overall handling. Takes a while for the tires to warm up and smooth out though. Its not as agile as the German cars, but I knew this when I bought it...just miss this sometimes. With only 36000 miles, I would expect more reliability and fewer quirky repairs.

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  Reliable and Stylish - 2000 Jaguar XJ-Series
  By woofi - March 20 - 2:00 am

  I considered several cars before buying this car, including the Mercedes S-500 and Audi A-8. When it came down to it, I had to ask why I was buying it. Had my plans including driving 100 mph on the German Autobahns, I would have chosen from the German cars. But I wanted style and something comfortable to ride around town and short distances within Texas. The Jaguar won hands-down!

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  Super Cat - 2000 Jaguar XJ-Series
  By Gabriel - January 25 - 9:53 pm

  What a wonderful car to own and drive. I upgraded the wheels to the XJRs 18" and had a cone air filter installed to take off the restrictione. It opens up about 30hp and really lets the engine scream. Huge difference. The car is at home both in city or highway use. I wish it had a more modern navi system like the newer ones, and that gas cost $1.50 other than that, this is my dream car. Everyone that has ridden it loves it. Very, very solid. Get one if can. Dont even consider a Germany car over this, they do not compare.

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  2000 jaguar xj8l - 2000 Jaguar XJ-Series
  By kevin bick - December 14 - 10:00 am

  Great car, great styling very comfortable, handles better than any car Ive driven

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  Babied from Birth - 2000 Jaguar XJ-Series
  By g huelsman - May 19 - 10:00 am

  Truly an excellent automobile. Always did everything I expected of it. Braking, acceleration, handling, etc. Won several awards in appearance.

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  My Jag - 2000 Jaguar XJ-Series
  By LLH - February 24 - 10:00 am

  Overall I love my Jag. You can not beat the look and style. Performance is great. I am big on squeaks and raddles: (check these things out before you buy - Paying $70K for a car should mean perfection) The dash trim did raddle at first - foam fixed. The trim going up along the front windows is not well mounted and raddles (looks easy to fix). At a low speed I hear a very faint high pitch squeal from somewhere in the dash that comes and goes. I have no idea what this is but it can be annoying. Drive very slow (5mph) for .5 to 1 mile to make sure you do not have the same issue.

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  Love My Jag - 2000 Jaguar XJ-Series
  By braceand - October 6 - 10:00 am

  I have owned and driven, Cadillacs, Lincoln Continentals, Mercedes Benz and Porsche. Although these are all fine vehicles, the Jaguar XJ8 is the most complete as far as reliability, comfort, ease of driving and maintenance.