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2016 Jaguar XF review

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Jaguar XF highlights

Customer rating

Pros

  • Roomy interior
  • More AWD availability
  • Responsive driving

Cons

  • Only one engine
  • No Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration
  • Premium fuel required

Mileage (EPA estimate)

20 city, 28 highway, 23 combined

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Luxury sedan with available AWD

The 2016 Jaguar XF enters a new generation for this model year, and it gets a roomier interior, upgraded technology, and modestly refreshed styling. If you're looking for an updated but not overly techy infotainment system, this new XF has it with an available 10.2-inch touchscreen and less lag. Plus, the longer wheelbase gives your rear-seat passengers more room to stretch. While you only have one engine choice for 2016, it's tuned two ways, and all-wheel drive is now available across the lineup. The interior and exterior design is more of an evolution than a complete redo. So, if you're looking for conservative styling with driving finesse, this midsize luxury sedan might have your name on it.

All Jaguar XF years

What is new for the 2016 Jaguar XF?

  • The XF is available in a variety of new trims, including the Premium, Prestige, R-Sport, and S.
  • The 2.0T Premium, Portfolio, R, Sport, Supercharged, and XFR-S trims have been discontinued for 2016.
  • XF trims have been upgraded with Panoramic Sunroof and Lane Departure Warning as standard equipment this year.
  • Automated Parking, Head Up Display, Full Leather Interior, Automated Cruise Control, and Power Hatch/Deck Lid features are now available as options on select trims.

5 reasons to buy the 2016 Jaguar XF

1. Treads lightly 

The 2016 Jaguar XF features an aluminum-intensive architecture, which contributes to a 132- to 265-pound weight savings for rear-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive models, respectively, compared to previous years. In turn, this translates into sipping less fuel. Both the 340-hp and 380-hp supercharged V6s deliver an EPA-estimated 23 mpg in combined driving, with 29 and 28 mpg estimates, respectively, on the highway.

 

2. Drive better on slippery surfaces 

The 2016 Jaguar XF offers RWD and AWD options in every trim. But even if you opt for a RWD model, you'll get extra confidence on slick surfaces with the standard All-Surface Progress Control system, which works like a low-speed cruise control and can operate between 2 mph and 19 mph. This is specifically designed to help pull away on surfaces like snow, ice, or wet grass. 

3. Celebrate the drive 

The 2016 Jaguar XF has a certain start-up panache that begins when you push the pulsing stop/start button and continues with the rotary gear shifter rising out of the center console and the air vents rotating into position. Combined with premium materials and solid touch points, this is a luxury-grade interior designed to pamper. If you want a little extra, look for available features like the heated-and-cooled seats, head-up display, digital driver's cluster, 10.2-inch infotainment screen, four-zone climate control, and 10-color ambient lighting. 

4. Driver-assist technology 

The 2016 Jaguar XF adds a lot of available driver-assist technology. Be on the lookout for things like lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, and drowsy driver alerts. You'll also see available features like traffic sign recognition, a speed limiter that will automatically change the vehicle's cruise control speed based on the detected limit, and rear-cross traffic alerts. If you want something decadent, keep an eye out for the park assist functionality that will help steer the vehicle into both perpendicular and parallel parking spots. 

5. Sporty ride and handling 

The 2016 Jaguar XF delivers a near 50:50 weight distribution, which makes this sporty sedan well-balanced and fun to drive. The precise steering combined with an ability to corner is sure to bring a smile to your face under aggressive driving maneuvers. Plus, the available configurable dynamics will allow you to set the throttle response and transmission shifts to your current mood — from leisurely to downright sporty.

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

4.6 out of 5

8 customer reviews
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Below Average

RepairPal gave the Jaguar XF an overall reliability rating of 2 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Below Average. This rating ranks Jaguar XF 68th out of 68 among Luxury Midsize Cars.

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Jaguar XF features and specs

S 2WD 4D Sedan

Standard Features

  • 20 Inch Plus Wheels
  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alloy Wheels
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • Cruise Control
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Leather Seats
  • Memory Seat(s)
  • Meridian Audio
  • Navigation System
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Panoramic Sunroof
  • Parking Sensors
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear Spoiler
  • Rear View Camera
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Side Airbags
  • Smart Key
  • Supercharged Engine
  • Traction Control
  • A/C Seat(s)
  • Automated Cruise Control
  • Automated Parking
  • Full Leather Interior
  • Head Up Display
  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • Power Hatch/Deck Lid
  • Rear Seat Heaters
  • Rear Sunshade

Drive Wheels

Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

3.0L

Horsepower

380

Torque (ft-lbs)

332

Engine type

Supercharged Gas

Fuel capacity

19.5

Wheelbase

116.5"

Overall length

195"

Width

74"

Height

57.4"

Leg room

F 44.4"/R 37.2"

Head room

F 37.5"/R 38.1"

Front tires

P255/35HR20

Rear tires

P255/35HR20

Seating capacity

5

Transmission

Automatic

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