From launch the most economical Jaguar XF Sportbrake will be the 2.2-litre Diesel engine returning 54.3mpg on average in either power output, although in real world terms you should return around 40mpg. On standard 17-inch wheels this version will emit 135g/km CO2 putting it into road tax band E and for company cars sits in the 18% BIK band for the tax year 2012/13.

Jaguar tends to be a bit pricey when it comes to servicing and parts. Jaguar XF Sportbrake running costs are affordable and its resale values will be on a par with rivals including the BMW 5 Series Touring and the Audi A6 Avant.

Jaguar XF Sportbrake emissions are quite high, even for the cleanest engine: the 2.2-litre diesel comes out at 135g/km of CO2 even with intelligent start/stop technology.

In the four years of XF – this car has already picked up two gongs for topping reliability surveys. This bodes well for Jaguar XF Sportbrake reliability.