Overview
The 2012 Jaguar XJ is a fullsize sedan offered in 5 trims, starting off at a base MSRP of $73,700. For that price, it mainly competes with the BMW 7 Series, the Lexus LS 460, and the Mercedes-Benz S Class. Between 3 trims, the XJ offers 3 powertrains. The base engine is a 5.0L V8 engine capable of making 385 horsepower and 380 lb-ft of torque. If more power is required, there is also a 470 horsepower-making 5.0L supercharged V8 engine. This supercharged unit can be further had in a higher 510-horsepower tune with the Supersport trim. Both the engines are mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. The XJ reaches 60 mph from zero in 5.5 seconds on its base engine, which gets pumped up to 4.5 seconds with the supercharged engine. Depending on the powertrain, the XJ can manage a combined fuel economy between 17 and 19 mpg. While we’re on the topic of choices, the 17 striking colors the XJ comes in really pull you towards itself.
