2014 Jaguar XJ

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Rating8.3

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Fullsize Sedan
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$74,200 - $119,000
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Two sporty and responsive powertrains

Lacks advanced tech features compared to rivals

New 3.0L supercharged V6 base engine

Exceptionally fun to drive for a fullsize sedan

Cluttered and clumsy Infotainment unit

All trims get soft-close doors

Multiple wheelbases and drivetrains offered

Underwhelming space in the rear row for a fullsize sedan

New optional premium audio system

Ultimate trim level discontinued

Specs & Features

$77,700

price

340 hp @ 6500 rpm

horsepower

332 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm

torque

8-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

3.0L 6cyl AWD 8A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2014 Jaguar XJ is a fullsize sedan offered in 3 trims, starting off at a base MSRP of $74,200. For that price, it mainly competes with the BMW 7 Series Sedan, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan, and the Audi A8 L Sedan. Between 3 trims, the XJ offers 2 powertrains. The base engine is a 3.0L supercharged V6 engine capable of making 340 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque. If more power is required, there is also a 470 horsepower-making 5.0L supercharged V8 engine. Both engines are mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. The XJ reaches 60 mph from zero in 5.4 seconds on its base engine, which gets pumped up to 4.9 seconds with the V8 engine. Depending on the powertrain, the XJ can manage a combined fuel economy of between 18 and 21 mpg. While we're on the topic of choices, the 14 striking colors the XJ comes in really pull you towards itself.

Buying Advice

The 2014 Jaguar XJ Sedan is a super-capable and ultra-luxurious fullsize sedan. There are multiple trims offered and we recommend the Portfolio trim with the base V6 engine as it offers an adequate amount of power and is loaded with comfort and convenience features.

Trims

    Base
    $74,200 onwards
    • 19-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • 2 - 1st row LCD monitor
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • Dual zone automatic front air conditioning
    • Front passengers heated-cushion
    • Heated mirrors
    • Rear Fog/driving lights
    • Remote keyless entry
    • Sirius AM/FM/HD/Satellite
    • Sliding & tilting glass Sunroof
    XJL Portfolio
    $81,200 onwards
    • Rear air conditioning with controls
    Supercharged
    $90,600 onwards
    • 20-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    XJL
    $93,600 onwards
    • Engine: 5.0L 8cyl RWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 470 hp @ 6000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 424 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 5.7 sec
    • Top Speed: 121 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 18 mpg
    XJR
    $116,000 onwards
    • Engine: 5.0L 8cyl RWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 550 hp @ 6500 rpm hp
    • Torque: 502 lb.-ft. @ 2500 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 4.9 sec
    • Top Speed: 155 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 18 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$64,500- $69,800

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.86

Horsepower

310 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque

325 lb.-ft. @ 2900 rpm

Capacity

5

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$200,500

Gasoline

8.21

616 hp @ 6000 rpm

590 lb.-ft. @ 1700 rpm

5

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$44,600- $69,095

Gasoline

8.24

305 hp @ 6800 rpm

264 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm

5

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$78,800- $135,900

Gasoline

8.15

333 hp @ 5500 rpm

325 lb.-ft. @ 2900 rpm

5

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$38,850- $45,840

Gasoline

7.73

304 hp @ 6500 rpm

279 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

5

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$72,140- $120,060

Gasoline

8.32

386 hp @ 6400 rpm

367 lb.-ft. @ 4100 rpm

5

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$92,900- $139,500

Gasoline

8.76

449 hp @ 5250 rpm

516 lb.-ft. @ 1800 rpm

5

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$49,600- $64,600

Gasoline

7.89

330 hp @ 7000 rpm

270 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm

5

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$78,100- $200,500

Gasoline

8.22

310 hp @ 6200 rpm

295 lb.-ft. @ 3750 rpm

4

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$298,900

Gasoline

8.84

505 hp @ 4200 rpm

752 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

5

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2014 Jaguar XJ vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    5.7 sec13.7 sec121 mph
    4.3 sec12.5 sec-
    4.6 sec13.3 sec176 mph
    4.8 sec12.8 sec188 mph
    5.1 sec13.5 sec-
    5.25 sec13.4 sec174 mph

    2014 Jaguar XJ vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      18 mpg27 mpg21 mpg21.7 gal.390.6/585.9 mi.
      20 mpg31 mpg24 mpg18.5 gal.370/573.5 mi.
      19 mpg30 mpg23 mpg19.5 gal.362.9/592.1 mi.
      19 mpg28 mpg22 mpg19 gal.361/532 mi.
      18 mpg28 mpg22 mpg21.1 gal.379.8/590.8 mi.
      19 mpg29 mpg22 mpg21.1 gal.400.9/611.9 mi.

      2014 Jaguar XJ vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        2014 Jaguar XJ

        Ranked #11

        201.9 in.74.6 in.57.3 in.4 in.119.4 in.
        230 in.78.3 in.64.5 in.6 in.140.6 in.
        219.5 in.75.8 in.59.9 in.6 in.128.6 in.
        212.6 in.76.7 in.61 in.6 in.129.7 in.
        208.5 in.77.8 in.58.6 in.4 in.120.7 in.
        207.4 in.76.7 in.57.9 in.6 in.122.9 in.

        2014 Jaguar XJ vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          15.2 cu.ft.106 cu.ft.80.1 cu.ft.
          2014 Audi A7

          Ranked #1

          24.5 cu.ft.101.5 cu.ft.323.1 cu.ft.
          13.2 cu.ft.121.9 cu.ft.13.2 cu.ft.
          15.6 cu.ft.102 cu.ft.15.6 cu.ft.
          11 cu.ft.130.5 cu.ft.11 cu.ft.
          18 cu.ft.-18 cu.ft.

          2014 Jaguar XJ vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            80.1 cu.ft.15.2 cu.ft.80.1 cu.ft.98 ft.
            50.4 cu.ft.19.2 cu.ft.19.2 cu.ft.-
            60.3 cu.ft.18 cu.ft.18 cu.ft.-
            14 cu.ft.14 cu.ft.14 cu.ft.-
            2014 Audi A8

            Ranked #5

            13.2 cu.ft.13.2 cu.ft.13.2 cu.ft.67 ft.
            59.6 cu.ft.16.3 cu.ft.59.6 cu.ft.-

            2014 Jaguar XJ vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              --3854 lbs.
              1000 lbs.1101 lbs.3961 lbs.
              1000 lbs.-4126 lbs.
              1000 lbs.-4006 lbs.
              -885 lbs.5840 lbs.
              2014 Audi A7

              Ranked #2

              -992 lbs.4200 lbs.

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