Jaguar XF 2024 review
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Overview
The 2024 Jaguar XF is the end of an era — and a rather good-looking way to bow out. Jaguar axed the XF (and the smaller XE) in mid-2024 as it prepares for an all-electric future, which makes these final cars the last of a long line of British executive saloons. The X260 facelift keeps the ingredients that always made the XF appealing: a lithe aluminium-intensive body that is 75% aluminium, rear-wheel-drive balance, and styling that still turns heads in a company car park full of German rivals.
The engine line-up is refreshingly simple. The D200 pairs a 2.0-litre Ingenium turbo diesel with 48V mild-hybrid assistance for 204PS, 430Nm of torque and a claimed 56.6mpg — the sensible choice for high-mileage UK drivers. At the other end, the P300 petrol serves up 296bhp, 400Nm and a 6.1-second 0-62mph sprint in 300 Sport trim, while the P250 splits the difference with 250PS. All use a smooth 8-speed automatic, with rear-wheel drive standard and all-wheel drive available.
Inside, the facelift brought Jaguar's excellent 11.4-inch curved Pivi Pro touchscreen and a 12.3-inch digital driver display as standard — a genuine transformation over the old Touch Pro Duo. From around £36,000 on the road, the final XF undercut a BMW 5 Series or Mercedes E-Class while offering a 540-litre saloon boot (745 litres in the Sportbrake estate, rising to 1,700 litres seats-folded) and Jaguar's 3-year unlimited-mileage warranty. For buyers who value character over the badge everyone else chose, a late XF remains one of the smartest used executive buys in the UK.
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UK price from: £36,000
Specifications
| Engine | 2.0L Ingenium turbo diesel MHEV (D200) / 2.0L turbo petrol (P250, P300) |
| Power | 204 PS (D200) / 250 PS (P250) / 296 bhp (P300) |
| Torque | 430 Nm (D200) / 400 Nm (P300) |
| 0-62 mph | 7.6 seconds (D200); 6.1 seconds (P300) |
| Top speed | 155 mph (P300) |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive (all-wheel drive available) |
| Fuel economy | Up to 56.6 mpg WLTP combined (D200) |
| CO2 emissions | 131 g/km (D200) to 196 g/km (P300) |
| Boot space | 540 litres (saloon); 745 litres, 1,700 litres max (Sportbrake) |
| Length | 4,954 mm |
| Euro NCAP | 5 stars (2015 test; 2021 facelift not retested) |
| Warranty | 3 years / unlimited mileage (Jaguar UK) |
Features
- 11.4-inch curved Pivi Pro touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- 12.3-inch digital driver display fitted as standard across the facelift range
- D200 diesel with 48V mild-hybrid assistance: 204PS, 430Nm, claimed 56.6mpg
- Meridian sound system, leather heated electric seats and dual-zone climate
- Pixel LED adaptive headlights and 3D surround camera available
- Active road-noise cancellation for a hushed motorway cruise
- 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats; 540-litre saloon boot, 745-litre Sportbrake
- 3-year / unlimited-mileage Jaguar UK warranty as standard
Common parts & prices
| Part | Price (GBP) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Front brake pads (set) | £54.99 | Pattern part; OEM specification |
| Oil filter (2.0 Ingenium) | £12.99 | Fits D200 diesel and petrol variants |
| Engine air filter | £19.99 | |
| Cabin pollen filter | £16.99 | |
| Front wiper blades (pair) | £24.99 | 600mm/475mm fitment |
| 12V battery (AGM) | £149.99 | AGM type for start-stop and mild-hybrid |
Pros
- Stunning looks and a 75% aluminium body that keeps weight down
- D200 diesel returns a genuine 56.6mpg with 430Nm of torque
- Pivi Pro infotainment finally matches the Germans
- 3-year unlimited-mileage warranty beats most rivals
- Huge value as a late used buy against BMW 5 Series and Audi A6
Cons
- Discontinued in mid-2024 — residuals are harder to predict
- Rear legroom trails the BMW 5 Series and Mercedes E-Class
- P300 petrol manages only around 33.6mpg in real use
- Many desirable options (ClearSight mirror, soft-close doors) cost extra
