12' XJ vs 11' XKR
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12' XJ vs 11' XKR
So I've been driving a new XJ for a couple days just to see what I think of it. First thing I notice is that steering wheel diameter is smaller and the ratio seems faster than my XKR. In other words the steering actually feels sportier
Anyone else notice that - or is it in my head?
Other thing I liked was the thick carpets with contrasting piping... Anybody know of some aftermarket mats that are more dense and special feeling?
Anyone else notice that - or is it in my head?
Other thing I liked was the thick carpets with contrasting piping... Anybody know of some aftermarket mats that are more dense and special feeling?
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How about a more "in-depth" review of the XJ?
I drove a supercharged one for a day as a loaner and was very impressed with the car overall. I think the looks and the feel is far and above the competitors. The car drove very well, plenty of power and the handling was pretty much what I would expect from a large luxury sedan. The steering is rather quick for such a sedan but, worked for me.
In all probability it is my next car purchase. I would be happy with the XJ but, like the stretched outline of the XJL a bit more. Now I am waiting to see if the 2013s will have the 8-speed tranny, as well as wait go get my wife baited at the Jaguar event next month where she'll get a chance to drive one. It's time to trade her car, so it would be a natural choice.
Albert
I drove a supercharged one for a day as a loaner and was very impressed with the car overall. I think the looks and the feel is far and above the competitors. The car drove very well, plenty of power and the handling was pretty much what I would expect from a large luxury sedan. The steering is rather quick for such a sedan but, worked for me.
In all probability it is my next car purchase. I would be happy with the XJ but, like the stretched outline of the XJL a bit more. Now I am waiting to see if the 2013s will have the 8-speed tranny, as well as wait go get my wife baited at the Jaguar event next month where she'll get a chance to drive one. It's time to trade her car, so it would be a natural choice.
Albert
#3
So I had the XJL and just turned it back in. I thought it was a bit too long for my taste. Otherwise it was nice. Great interior and the wife loved the back seat with class roof and let-out trays. Definitely feels opulent.
However, I suppose I expected a little more from the ride. It could have isolated the bumps better. For example a 7 series or even a 5 seems to ride better while still being sporty. The XF on the other hand seems to have this balance down. Power was ok but after driving an XKR all the time I'm a bit jaded.
However, I suppose I expected a little more from the ride. It could have isolated the bumps better. For example a 7 series or even a 5 seems to ride better while still being sporty. The XF on the other hand seems to have this balance down. Power was ok but after driving an XKR all the time I'm a bit jaded.
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So I had the XJL and just turned it back in. I thought it was a bit too long for my taste. Otherwise it was nice. Great interior and the wife loved the back seat with class roof and let-out trays. Definitely feels opulent.
However, I suppose I expected a little more from the ride. It could have isolated the bumps better. For example a 7 series or even a 5 seems to ride better while still being sporty. The XF on the other hand seems to have this balance down. Power was ok but after driving an XKR all the time I'm a bit jaded.
However, I suppose I expected a little more from the ride. It could have isolated the bumps better. For example a 7 series or even a 5 seems to ride better while still being sporty. The XF on the other hand seems to have this balance down. Power was ok but after driving an XKR all the time I'm a bit jaded.
The driver in me would want the shorter XJ but, I like the silhouette of the long wheelbase car. Since I will drive it mostly freeways, I will likely get the XJL. People on the XJ forum report mileages touching 30 highway MPG with the normally aspirated engine. Rather impressive for such a big car and likely to get even better with an 8 speed transmission.
Albert
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