Jaguar XF R (09 on) - Review

Review by Dan Harrison on
Last Updated: 03 June 2011
The XFR is designed to appeal to the kind of car buyer who previously would have bought a powerful German saloon like the BMW M5 or Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG. It offers a tantalising blend of performance, luxury and cutting-edge engineering. At its heart is an all-new 5.0-litre V8 engine with 500bhp that powers the XFR to 62mph in less than five seconds and onto a top speed of 155mph. It's good to drive and is as happy to soak-up motorway miles as it is on cross-country B-road blasts. The package is completed by the stylish, modern interior that's not only beautifully crafted, but also matched to some of the latest in-car technology.
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Running costs

With 23mpg, group 20 insurance and heavy depreciation, the XFR’s high running costs shouldn’t really come as a surprise. Costs are comparable with other cars that straddle the gap between family saloon and supercar, such as the BMW M5 and Audi RS6, but owners must be prepared for big bills on all expenditure, from road tax to tyres.

Summary Running Costs

Servicing period

Every 15,000 miles.

Warranty

Three years/unlimited miles.

Road tax (12 months)

£475.00 - £475.00

Vehicle excise duty (VED) varies according to the CO2 emissions and the fuel type of the vehicle. For cars registered after March 1st 2001 VED or road tax is based on the car's CO2 emissions. For cars registered before March 1st 2001 it is based on engine size.

Full running costs data

1.5 out of 5

Green credentials

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CO2 emission figure (g/km)

Fuel economy rating

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Emissions summary

The XFR emits 292g/km of CO2, returns 23mpg and is in the highest road tax band. Although being a world away from being green, the XFR is the result of some significant improvements to the efficiency of high performance engines. The 5.0-litre in this car is cleaner than similar cars from other manufacturers and is the first car with a 500bhp engine that emits less than 300g/km. As a comparison, the BMW M5 emits 357g/km of CO2 and returns only 20mpg.

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