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Used 2006 Jaguar XJ-Series XJ8 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A) Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

Best of the breed

soccercoach99, 06/06/2010
Jaguar XJ-Series XJ8 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
27 of 27 people found this review helpful

Jaguar got it right with this car, I have seven, including sports cars like Honda S2000 and Porsche Boxster, and American muscle car classic Impala SS -- the Jag does it all, quietly, composed, and quick. Can't imagine a more responsive and comfortable vehicle.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

top notch

oyahc, Nevada City, CA, 06/04/2011
Jaguar XJ-Series XJ8 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
24 of 24 people found this review helpful

I have owned this one for 3 years; it is awesome! I also have an XKR and an XKE. The power is incredible; it exudes luxury, and the maintenance has been minimal.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

It's the experience

jshrrh, Las Vegas, NV, 05/24/2013
Jaguar XJ-Series XJ8 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
30 of 31 people found this review helpful

Found my low-miles little old man owned black-on-black beauty. Drives like a dream, powerful, luxurious interior and a classic shape that makes a subtle statement that doesn't have to compete with the new swoosh shaped mobiles. The luxury for value of this slightly older car is amazing. Better still is the technology and appointments found in this car. Folks are astounded when I tell them that my 300 ponies in this extravagant car gain me 28+mpg on the highway... No need for an Optima. Jag can, and do it like no other. I compared Mercedes S500 (2005) when shopping and while I admire that car, its low fuel economy, complexity and lack of comparable character swing towards the Jag.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Bargain Luxury?

socalh2oskier, 06/04/2008
Jaguar XJ-Series XJ8 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
12 of 12 people found this review helpful

One of the quietest, smoothest rides you can find. And, if you do your research, you can find genuine bargains. I paid $33k for a 2006 with 18k miles, with an 84 month/75k mile warranty. Seats are comfortable - this is one of the best cars you could ever have for a long trip. Stereo is fantastic, nav is easy to operate, and bluetooth syncs easily with most phones. Surprisingly, gas mileage is very good. I average 18-20 in the city, and 27-29 on the highway. Handling, although far from sports-car like, is quite good. Overall, this is a fine car, much better than other cars in the same price range.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Best XJ Yet!

Lloyd, 12/07/2005
Jaguar XJ-Series XJ8 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful

We have owned XJ Jaguars since early 80s. We loved the exterior style; were non plussed about the performance; but, suffered the interior dimensions. At 6' 4" in height it was a challenge to fit myself into the driver's seat (not to mention two equally tall sons in the rear seats). Now almost everything has changed. This model is an extraordinary improvement. The interior is very spacious. More head room than even my height can use. A back seat that provides two 6' 2" gentleman with more than ample leg, shoulder and head room. Incredible handling and driving performance. It is fast, silent and smooth. All the while, it has retained the Jaguar elegance which we have always appreciated.

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