Jaguar XF Saloon 5.0 V8 SC XFR 4dr Review

For The XFR will get you to 60mph in less than five seconds and it sounds as brutal as it feels. It has superb traction and you can't fault the standard kit.

Against The XFR's ride is a little firmer than the regular XF's and fuel economy isn't great, but otherwise the drawbacks are familiar XF ones, such as the limited rear headroom.

What Car? says

4 out of 5 stars

Another feather in the XF's cap, the XFR is a performance car that delivers everything you need.

What Car? readers say

4.04

Key facts

0–60mph: 4.7 secs
Top speed: 155 mph
Average mpg: 22.5
Tank range: 344 miles

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The full Jaguar XF review

Performance
4 out of 5 stars
There's brisk and there's ballistic
Ride & Handling
5 out of 5 stars
Wonderful; just a hint of firmness
Refinement
4 out of 5 stars
Not class-leading, but still brilliant
Buying & Owning
4 out of 5 stars
Some rivals are cheaper to run
Quality & Reliability
3 out of 5 stars
Plenty of sparkle; needs more solidity
Safety & Security
4 out of 5 stars
Disappointing Euro NCAP score
Behind The Wheel
3 out of 5 stars
Some niggles, but great driving position
Space & Practicality
4 out of 5 stars
Sloping roof cuts headroom
Equipment
5 out of 5 stars
All included in the price

Buyer's notes

Target Price team says:

As you might expect of a former What Car? Car of the Year, there’s not much to criticise. It’s a little disappointing that the 2.2-litre diesel versions aren’t a little bit cleaner, but they're the cheapest XF models to buy and run. Even so, we'd still point you in the direction of the 3.0D V6 - its epic pace and superb refinement suit the XF perfectly, and it’s cheaper than the more powerful S version.

Prices may look a little on the high side, but this is largely explained by the generous equipment list. Even the entry-level SE model comes with part-leather upholstery and an automatic gearbox, while the next rung on the ladder – Luxury – is so well kitted that there’s no need to go any higher.

There’s a huge range of options available, including a rear-view camera and adaptive cruise control. You can also choose from a particularly wide selection of exterior colours and interior trim.