Jaguar XJ Saloon (03-09) - Review

Review by Simon Harris on
Last Updated: 04 February 2009
The XJ has been a success in the UK, but its traditional styling has struggled to win Jaguar new customers. The paradox of the XJ - a very modern car with traditional styling - has been tempered slightly with changes in 2007. While the revised exterior styling doesn't spectacularly transform the appearance of the car, it does seem to make it a little more imposing at the front. The modifications are light in terms of engineering changes, but they do offer improved comfort with redesigned seats and improved rear leg room. Only one diesel is available, but it's an excellent 2.7-litre V6 that is also used in the S-Type and XF.
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Buying used

For some, the XJ looks how a large Jaguar saloon should. For others, it harks back to a bygone era and feels dated. Used prices will probably be lower than for alternative luxury saloons, although its popularity among company directors will mean there are plenty of high-mileage examples about. Look for a well-maintained example, and it'll be just like new.

  • Boot/Load Space Jaguar XJ Saloon (03-09)
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Selling

The reliability and desirability of the XJ has helped it stay ahead of models like the BMW 7-Series and Audi A8 in terms of retained value. This bodes especially well if you've got a low mileage, well looked after example, while the diesel models introduced in 2005 will be most popular.