XJL portfolio massage option
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XJL portfolio massage option
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I'm new to this forum and have a question about my car. It's a 2013 XJL awd with the portfolio package. I thought that included the massage option, but I haven't been able to find the switch on my touch pad. Did some of these xjl's come through without the massage feature or am I dealing with a factory oversight? Thanks in advance to anyone who can help.
I'm new to this forum and have a question about my car. It's a 2013 XJL awd with the portfolio package. I thought that included the massage option, but I haven't been able to find the switch on my touch pad. Did some of these xjl's come through without the massage feature or am I dealing with a factory oversight? Thanks in advance to anyone who can help.
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Welcome to the forum ronald4313jm,
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I've moved your question from Jaguar Forums Feedback & Suggestion Center to X351 forum. The Feedback & Suggestion Center is only for posts about the Forum. Members here with the same model will be able to help.
Please follow this link New Member Area - Intro a MUST - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum to the New Member Area - Intro a MUST forum and post some info about yourself and your vehicle for all members to see. In return you'll get a proper welcome and some useful advice about posting to the forum.
Graham
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I don't have a 2013, as they didn't start offering 'portfolio' packages until 2012, but I think the massaging seats are standard on all XJ models. In the climate control screen, look for a start/stop button. It may or may not be identified by text that it is for the massage...my 2011 doesn't identify the buttons as such.
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Just looking at the 2015 Portfolio models this past week on my dealers show room floor, I was amazed to see no standard seat massage, no seat back tray tables, less warranty/maintenance coverage, and a less powerful 3.0L V-6 rather than the 5.0L V-8 that came on my "standard" 2011 XJL. Plus, my engine doesn't shut off without my permission, nor spend more time shifting gears than staying in any one gear due to lesser available torque. Why would I trade "up" to a more expensive but less luxurious/capable vehicle?
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Standard packages vs options
Thanks. You're "right on the money". Jaguar automobiles are in a very competitive market, so I don't understand their marketing rationale. This might be "Polly-Anna", but why not build into all base models all option capabilities, then designate certain ones as standard and give the customer the opportunity to select still others, either at time of purchase or after the fact? If your model didn't come with the massage feature, you could always add it later. Seems like it would simplify Jaguar production too. Just wishful thinking on my part given the price of these cars, but perhaps Jaguar USA reads these forums and will listen to what it's customers are saying.
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Very weird Jaguar move. They are trying to compete in a full-blown-luxury segment, where less isnt more.
I would understand if they do that in the XE or even in the XF range, trying for their cars to be competitive in their segment vs BMW and Mercs ... but in the XJ, doesnt make sense.
XJ should be fully loaded to begin with - and few more stuff added into, as options. Not stripped out.
Regarding the massage seats, I'm with H20boy - its really the best thing ever
I would understand if they do that in the XE or even in the XF range, trying for their cars to be competitive in their segment vs BMW and Mercs ... but in the XJ, doesnt make sense.
XJ should be fully loaded to begin with - and few more stuff added into, as options. Not stripped out.
Regarding the massage seats, I'm with H20boy - its really the best thing ever
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