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2020 Jaguar XF review

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Pros

  • Steering reflexes
  • Supple ride, quiet cabin
  • Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ are now standard

Cons

  • Key rivals have more horsepower
  • Infotainment system can still be quirky to use
  • Limited interior storage

Mileage (EPA estimate)

18 city, 25 highway, 21 combined

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The Jaguar XF delivers a unique blend of comfort and sportiness

It’s not the fastest or the fanciest midsize luxury sedan, but the 2020 Jaguar XF offers a compelling blend of sporty handling, a comfortable ride, and a spacious cabin with very supportive seats. That it’s all wrapped in a handsomely designed package that stands out from rivals, including the Mercedes-Benz E-Class and BMW 5 Series, is an added bonus.

While Jaguar would be more than happy to lead the sales pack among these and other competitors, the XF’s rarity can be considered a strength for luxury-car shoppers looking for something outside the norm. Powering the base XF is a 247-horsepower turbocharged four-cylinder coupled to an eight-speed automatic transmission. This engine is also offered with 296 horsepower and, for even more kick, a 380-hp supercharged V6 comes with the range-topping S trim. All-wheel drive is optional with the turbo-four and standard with the V6.

Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ are now standard features, as are front and rear parking sensors.

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What is new for the 2020 Jaguar XF?

  • The XF is available in a variety of new trims, including the Checkered Flag and Prestige.
  • The 20D Premium, 20D Prestige, 30T 300 Sport, 30T Portfolio, and 30T Premium trims have been discontinued for 2020.
  • Remote Start, Rear Air Conditioning, and Full Roof Rack features are now available as options on select trims.
  • The 25T Premium trim now comes with Parking Sensors as standard equipment.

2020 Jaguar XF trims

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S:

  • 380-hp, 332-lb-ft of torque 3.0L
  • Sunroofs
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Adjustable Suspension
  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • Memory Seats
  • Power Seats
  • Leather Seats
  • Smart Key
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25T Premium:

  • Includes all features available on the S
  • 247-hp, 269-lb-ft of torque 2.0L
  • Leatherette Seats
  • Turbo Charged Engine

25T Prestige:

  • Includes all features available on the 25T Premium
  • No significant upgrades found on the 25T Prestige

30t Prestige:

  • Includes all features available on the 25T Prestige
  • 2.0L
  • 296-hp, 295-lb-ft of torque 2.0L

Checkered Flag:

  • Includes all features available on the 30t Prestige
  • Rear Spoiler

Prestige:

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What We Like

Ride and handling: The Jaguar XF is the kind of sedan that reminds you to have some fun while behind the wheel. True to Jaguar tradition, the XF has accurate steering that’s nicely balanced with a firm but well-controlled suspension. Comfortable enough for a daily commute, the XF also thrives on tight and twisty roads.

Smartphone connectivity: Having Apple CarPlay and Android Auto standard is a major tech boost for the XF. These smartphone features are hugely important to car shoppers and they make the infotainment system much more intuitive and accommodating.

Roomy cabin and trunk: The cabin of the XF features supportive front and rear seats, not to mention generous amounts of headroom and legroom. You can even get three adults in the second row, so long as the trip is short and everyone is on friendly terms. The generously sized trunk measures in at around 19 cubic feet. The Sportback wagon nudges capacity to an SUV-rivaling 31 cubic feet.

What Needs Improvement

Cabin quality: We appreciate the amount of space inside the XF, but wish there was a little more quality and panache in terms of its build and design. Some of the interior materials simply don’t live up to this Jaguar’s billing as a posh and fun-to-drive luxury sedan.

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

5 out of 5

2 customer reviews

RepairPal reliability rating

2
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

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S 4WD/AWD 4D Hatchback

Standard Features

  • 20 Inch Plus Wheels
  • 4WD/AWD
  • 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 Mirrors
  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Leather Seats
  • Memory Seat(s)
  • Meridian Audio
  • Navigation System
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Parking Sensors
  • Power Hatch/Deck Lid
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear View Camera
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Side Airbags
  • Skylight(s)
  • Smart Key
  • Supercharged Engine
  • Traction Control

Optional Features

  • A/C Seat(s)
  • Automated Cruise Control
  • Automated Parking
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Full Roof Rack
  • Head Up Display
  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • Power Hatch/Deck Lid
  • Rear Air Conditioning
  • Rear Seat Heaters
  • Rear Sunshade
  • Remote Start
  • Smart Key

Drive Wheels

All Wheel Drive (4WD/AWD)

Engine size

3.0L

Horsepower

380

Torque (ft-lbs)

332

Engine type

Supercharged Gas

Fuel capacity

19.5

Wheelbase

116.5"

Overall length

195.1"

Width

78.2"

Height

58.9"

Leg room

F 41.5"/R 36.6"

Head room

F 37.1"/R 37.6"

Front tires

P255/35HR20

Rear tires

P255/35HR20

Seating capacity

5

Transmission

Automatic

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