Overview & Reviews

For 2001, there are standard child seat-anchor points for the rear seats and a reverse parking-control system. The premium audio system with a six-disc CD changer and the GPS navigation system are now standard equipment on XK8s. Topping things off are minor exterior styling changes and a new no-cost scheduled maintenance program that covers four regular service visits under the four-year/50,000-mile limited warranty.

• Divine exterior shape, supercharged engine in XKR form, good balance between luxury and performance.

• Cramped interior space, cheap-o plastics, fussy GPS system.

User Reviews:

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  XKR Better than ever - 2001 Jaguar XK-Series
  By joepizzie - December 24 - 1:53 am

  I decided to purchase an XKR after owning numerous Porsche 928, 930, Corvettes, and yes, even an XJ12. I never forgave Jaguar for such poor quality and mechanics in the old Jaguars. What a great surprise the new Jaguar is for new or old Jag owners. The quality is evident in every part. The performance is exciting and you just cant beat the styling.

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  Motoring Delight - 2001 Jaguar XK-Series
  By NiceWheels - September 12 - 9:40 am

  The car is a fantastic machine with timeless styling. The generous use of high quality wood and leather make it a pleasure to sit in each and every time. Rear seat is absolutely unusable even by my toddlers. Should not even be there. I still look forward to driving the car which is more than I can say for most cars after the initial euphoria wears off.

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  XKR - Simply The Best! - 2001 Jaguar XK-Series
  By BriteRedJagXKR - November 17 - 2:26 pm

  I previously owned a 1998 XK8 and after totaling it I felt like I lost one of my children! I do love this car. Now I own a 2001 XKR and its just tweaked enough to make the XK8 even better. Sorry they discontinued this body style. Its sleek without being overdone. Its macho yet feminine. The curves are a woman, the power and the hood design are a man. What better combo in styling? I can get 21 mph easily. NOT BAD!!! My only criticism is the steering. It is so fine that if you look to the left you can easily be there without meaning to. That being said...no one drives my car but me and Hubby! Driving is pure pleasure even on travel trips of 10 hours. Go Buy One!

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  Lousy Seats - 2001 Jaguar XK-Series
  By socalh2oskier - August 16 - 5:00 pm

  Gorgeous car. The engine is smooth and powerful, and the interior is terrific! BUT, the seats are terrible. I would expect seats that are firm but comfortable, with good lower back support and stiff side bolsters to hold you in place around corners. Instead, Jag uses soft, uncomfortable seats that deny a driver the pleasure of experiencing the cars capabilities...Try to going around a corner at anything but granny speed and youll end up on the other side of the car!

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  Very Poor resale value - 2001 Jaguar XK-Series
  By loud - June 27 - 2:00 am

  Very Poor resale value, Im getting very little for a trade in value. Seems like you can $10k off the price of a new one. That type of discount on new ones is killing the value of mine.

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  Silverstone XKR - 2001 Jaguar XK-Series
  By kevinrphkv - February 20 - 2:00 am

  If it isnt enough that God has given me the most beautiful Jaguar ever created, He has also given me one of only 200 sold in the U.S.!!!!!!!!! Faster than a corvette and more luxurious than any Mercedes, Lexus or Land Rover ever. This car has it all and I have checked them all out. It is a supercar in every way.

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  Excellent Experience everyday - 2001 Jaguar XK-Series
  By purrrfecttq - May 11 - 9:07 pm

  This was my first used car purchase, so I was hesitant. But I got a good deal on a 5 year old jag XK convertible. It was gorgeous!!! I have now owned it for many years and put about 40k miles on it. It has been such a fun car to drive and own, it converted us to be loyal Jag owners. We now have just purchased our 4th jag (2012 XF) and have loved every one of them. The scare tactics that other dealers told us were all lies. We have had nothing but wonderful experiences with our Jags. In fact, I have been more satisfied with our 4 Jags than any of our Toyotas or Hondas or Lexus vehicles (which we still own as utility vehicles). These have been the best car buying purchases weve ever made!

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  Used again?? - 2001 Jaguar XK-Series
  By jag4jj - November 23 - 7:53 am

  This is my first Jag. I was a Vette person for years. Ive had problems with the driverside rear alignment due to the fact the car was hit and repaired prior to my purchase, which I did not know about. Once this is corrected, I do believe it will be excellent. I look forward to trading in a year or so for a 2007. Like the retractable top, not keen on the lact of trunk space. Not much room for golf clubs. :)

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  Jag XK8 Great Drive! - 2001 Jaguar XK-Series
  By sporter - May 30 - 2:00 am

  I LOVE this car. Its even better thanI thought it would be! I bought the car because Ive always admired the Jaguar look. I expected that driving the car wouldnt be as great an experience as looking at it. But I was wrong - driving is just as enjoyable! For my money, the Jaguar XK is far and away the best looking (late model) convertible available. For it to be as great to drive (short or long distances) is a bonus that makes the car impossible to beat.

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  XKR2001 - 2001 Jaguar XK-Series
  By nbryden - April 15 - 10:00 am

  I have experienced zero problems with this car - it is well constructed and has a high quality feel to all parts. It has exceptional power and handles corners as if it were on rails. All instruments are easily viewed and the driver and passenger compartments are comfortable though not spacious - there is adequate headroom. I miss certain features that were included in the XJS, particularly the automatic side mirror tilt when reversing - the reverse sensors compensate but not completely. There are numerous blind spots when reversing. "Back seat" is almost useless except for bags, jackets and obviously insurance rates. Overall, this is the best performing and constructed car I have owned