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Jaguar XF Sportbrake 2.0 P250 R-Dynamic SE 5dr Auto Review

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We have yet to sample this engine in the XF Sportbrake, but we have experienced it in the smaller XE, where it proved to be perfectly adequate. 


2.0 P250

Estate

Jaguars are consistently among the best-handling cars of their kind, with the firm’s model range encompassing the XE, XF and XJ saloons, the F-Type sports cars and multiple SUVs.

Jaguar was actually relatively late to launch its first SUV, the F-Pace, but it quickly followed it up with the smaller E-Pace and the all-electric I-Pace.

That SUV range will keep growing, too, with larger and more luxurious SUVs planned to take on the Porsche Cayenne and the Range Rover from sister brand Land Rover.

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R-Dynamic SE trim gets the same kit as a standard SE model but black detailing, a bespoke body kit, and some sports seats inside that give it a sportier look. In other words, it’s more money for not a lot of added substance. We’d stick with standard SE.

R-Dynamic SE

2.0 P250 R-Dynamic SE 5dr Auto

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Traffic sign recognition with adaptive speed limiter

Front airbags with passenger seat occupant detector

Electric windows with one touch open/close and anti trap

Electric heated/power fold memory door mirrors with approach lights and auto dimming driver side

Lane keep assist includes oncoming vehicle detection and edge detection

12 way heated electric driver memory front seats with 2 way manual headrests

Gesture tailgate/boot lid opening and closing

Dynamic handling pack - XF Sportbrake P250/P300

Convenience pack - XF Sportbrake R-Dynamic SE

Black exterior pack with gloss black grille mesh - XF Sportbrake

Jaguar XF Sportbrake

The Jaguar XF Sportbrake is a very competitive luxury estate. If sharp handling is your top priority, it is, without doubt, one of the most enjoyable cars in its class to drive. While the interior isn’t quite as polished as that of an Audi A6 Avant or BMW 5 Series Touring, a competitive list price and a generous standard equipment list (which includes a rather superb infotainment system) more than make up for it. 

<h2>What we're looking for:</h2><ul><li>Huge boot and excellent practicality</li> <li>Plenty of interior space so you can carry passengers as well as luggage </li> <li>Strong engines to pull a heavily laden car</li> <li>Comfortable ride, especially on the motorway</li> <li>Low running costs for company car drivers</li></ul>

If you’re after bags of space but you don’t want to commit to the van-like dimensions and styling of an MPV, there are some great estate cars on offer that should do the job.

Tricks to look out for include an electric tailgate&nbsp;that opens automatically when you wave your foot under the rear bumper; this is&nbsp;particularly handy if you’re trying to load in a heavy or&nbsp;bulky item. You should also look for handles in the side of the boot itself that can drop down the rear seats; these are much more convenient than having to walk around the side of the car to do it.

There are some terrific estates at most price ranges. The humble Skoda Fabia Estate offers cavernous space for not much cash at all, for example.

Further up the price range, another of our perennial favourites is the Skoda Superb Estate;&nbsp;it’s great to drive and as practical as most people should ever need. Meanwhile, for serious mile-munching ability and a premium, well-finished interior, it’s hard to look beyond the BMW 5 Series Touring.

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