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Used 2018 Jaguar XJ Sedan Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2018 Jaguar XJ is a sporty full-size luxury sedan that seats up to five and is available in regular XJ and long-wheelbase XJL models. Trims consist of the R-Sport and the Supercharged for XJ cars and the Portfolio, Supercharged and the new XJR575 for XJL. All models have supercharged engines and eight-speed automatic transmissions and come standard with rear-wheel drive. The R-Sport and Portfolio share a 3.0-liter V6 (340 horsepower, 332 pound-feet) and can be equipped with all-wheel drive. The Supercharged trim gets a 5.0-liter V8 (470 hp, 424 lb-ft) and the XJR575 a higher-output V8 (575 hp, 517 lb-ft).

It may be the base model, but the R-Sport comes very well equipped with standard 19-inch wheels, an adaptive and self-leveling suspension, adjustable drive modes, front and rear parking sensors, a rearview camera, automatic wipers, adaptive LED headlights with automatic high beams, a panoramic sunroof, power soft-close doors, a power trunklid, blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, lane departure warning with lane keeping assist, driver condition monitoring (RWD models only), auto-dimming mirrors, and keyless ignition and entry.

Inside the R-Sport you'll find leather upholstery, dual-zone automatic climate control, heated and ventilated seats, driver-seat memory settings, and a power-adjustable and heated steering wheel. A new larger 10-inch touchscreen anchors the infotainment system featuring navigation, Bluetooth, voice controls, Jaguar's InControl app suite, a 4G Wi-Fi hotspot, and a 14-speaker Meridian audio system with a satellite and HD radio, a CD player, digital music storage and a USB connection.

Options and packages available for the R-Sport include the Comfort package that adds upgraded front seats with massage functions, front passenger-seat memory settings, four-zone climate control and power rear sunshade. Other notable options include a surround-view camera, 360-degree parking sensors, an automatic parking system (RWD models only), adaptive cruise control, an upgraded Meridian sound system, and a heated wood-and-leather steering wheel.

The Portfolio model is the equivalent base trim of the long-wheelbase XJL. In addition to the 5 inches of rear legroom gained, you'll get the features from the Comfort package as standard. The options list for the Portfolio is similar to the R-Sport, with the addition of a Premium Rear Seat package that includes reclining rear seats with footrests as well as massage and memory functions, extra-cushy winged headrests for all seats, power rear side-window sunscreens, fold-down tray tables and a rear-seat entertainment system.

The V8-powered Supercharged trim, again available in both the regular and long wheelbase, includes the Portfolio model's standard equipment, along with unique exterior trim, an active locking rear differential, tauter suspension tuning, 20-inch wheels with performance tires, and larger brakes. All of the R-Sport and Portfolio options are also available on the Supercharged model.

Topping the range is the fire-breathing XJR575 models with 25 more horsepower on tap compared to last year's XJR model. If that isn't enough to get excited, you also receive exclusive 20-inch wheels, XJR575-specific exterior and interior body details, a carbon-fiber engine cover, premium paint colors (an extra-cost option on lesser XJs), R-specific suspension tuning, an active exhaust system (varying the amount of exhaust noise), sport seats, aluminum paddle shifters, a heated steering wheel, a suede headliner and unique carbon-fiber interior trim. But due to the XJR's performance focus, you unfortunately lose the massaging seats, and the Premium Rear Seating package and the upgraded Meridian stereo are not available.

Which XJ trim does Edmunds recommend?

As much as we like Jaguar's supercharged V8 engines, they're a bit thirsty and more powerful than we'd need for daily purposes. We like the XJL Portfolio model that comes equipped with a more efficient but still punchy supercharged V6 engine, quilted leather upholstery, four-zone climate control, massaging front seats, and heated and ventilated seats for all four passengers. Long-wheelbase XJs such as this benefit from 5 extra inches of rear legroom with little, if any, penalty to driving enjoyment.

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Henrico, VA
Vehicle
XJ R-Sport
XJ XJL Portfolio
XJ Supercharged
XJ XJL Supercharged
XJ XJR575
Vehicle
R-Sport
3.0L 6cyl S/C 8A
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Supercharged
5.0L 8cyl S/C 8A
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XJL Supercharged
5.0L 8cyl S/C 8A
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XJR575
5.0L 8cyl S/C 8A
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Features

Features

Features

Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
standard
standard
standard
Navigation
standard
standard
standard
standard
standard
Satellite radio
standard
standard
standard
standard
standard
Keyless Ignition
standard
standard
standard
standard
standard
Cruise control
standard
standard
standard
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
optional
optional
optional
optional
optional
Parking assistance
standard
standard
standard
standard
standard
Upholstery
leather
premium leather
leather
premium leather
premium leather
Heated seats
standard
standard
standard
standard
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
standard
standard
standard
standard
standard
Folding rear seats
Not available
Not available
Not available
Not available
Not available
Sunroof
standard
standard
standard
standard
standard
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Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Drivetrain
rear wheel drive
rear wheel drive
rear wheel drive
rear wheel drive
rear wheel drive
Engine power
340 hp @ 6,500 rpm
340 hp @ 6,500 rpm
470 hp @ 6,000 rpm
470 hp @ 6,000 rpm
575 hp @ 6,250 rpm
Engine torque
332 lb-ft @ 3,500 rpm
332 lb-ft @ 3,500 rpm
424 lb-ft @ 2,000 rpm
424 lb-ft @ 2,000 rpm
517 lb-ft @ 3,500 rpm
Engine displacement
3.0 l
3.0 l
5.0 l
5.0 l
5.0 l
Engine configuration
v6
v6
v8
v8
v8
Transmission
8-speed shiftable automatic
8-speed shiftable automatic
8-speed shiftable automatic
8-speed shiftable automatic
8-speed shiftable automatic
Tire size
245/45R19 (FRONT) 275/40R19 (REAR)
245/45R19 (FRONT) 275/40R19 (REAR)
245/40R20 (FRONT) 275/35R20 (REAR)
245/40R20 (FRONT) 275/35R20 (REAR)
265/35R20 (FRONT) 295/30R20 (REAR)
Wheel size
19 X 9.0-in (Front) 19 X 10.0-in (Rear)
19 X 9.0-in (Front) 19 X 10.0-in (Rear)
20 X 9.0-in (Front) 20 X 10.0-in (Rear)
20 X 9.0-in (Front) 20 X 10.0-in (Rear)
20 X 9.0-in (Front) 20 X 10.0-in (Rear)
Wheel type
alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
Run flat tires
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
18 / 27 / 21 MPG
18 / 27 / 21 MPG
15 / 23 / 18 MPG
15 / 23 / 18 MPG
15 / 23 / 18 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
21.7 gal.
21.7 gal.
21.7 gal.
21.7 gal.
21.7 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
391 / 586 miles
391 / 586 miles
326 / 499 miles
326 / 499 miles
326 / 499 miles
Fuel Type
premium unleaded (required)
premium unleaded (required)
premium unleaded (required)
premium unleaded (required)
premium unleaded (required)
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
39.0 ft.
40.4 ft.
39.0 ft.
40.4 ft.
40.4 ft.
Curb weight
3,891 lb.
3,913 lb.
4,134 lb.
4,156 lb.
4,156 lb.
Ground Clearance
Overall Width with Mirrors
82.9 in.
82.9 in.
82.9 in.
82.9 in.
82.9 in.
Overall Width without Mirrors
74.8 in.
74.8 in.
74.8 in.
74.8 in.
74.8 in.
Height
57.5 in.
57.5 in.
57.5 in.
57.5 in.
57.5 in.
Length
202.0 in.
206.9 in.
202.0 in.
206.9 in.
206.9 in.
Wheelbase
119.4 in.
124.3 in.
119.4 in.
124.3 in.
124.3 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
15.2 cu. ft.
15.2 cu. ft.
15.2 cu. ft.
15.2 cu. ft.
15.2 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
39.5 in.
39.5 in.
39.5 in.
39.5 in.
39.5 in.
Front Leg Room
41.5 in.
41.5 in.
41.5 in.
41.5 in.
41.5 in.
Front Shoulder Room
57.6 in.
57.6 in.
57.6 in.
57.6 in.
57.6 in.
Rear Head Room
37.2 in.
37.2 in.
37.2 in.
37.2 in.
37.2 in.
Rear Leg Room
38.9 in.
43.7 in.
38.9 in.
43.7 in.
43.7 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
56.6 in.
56.6 in.
56.6 in.
56.6 in.
56.6 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
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Average Cost Per Mile
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Depreciation
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Financing
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Taxes & Fees
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Insurance
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Maintenance
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Repairs
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Colors

Colors

Colors

Colors

Colors

Interior
London Tan w/Ebony Stitching, leather
Ebony w/Ivory Stitching, leather
Cashew w/Truffle Stitching, leather
Ivory w/Mineral Stitching, leather
Ebony w/Ivory Stitching, premium leather
Ivory w/Ebony Stitching, premium leather
London Tan w/Ebony Stitching, premium leather
Cashew w/Truffle Stitching, premium leather
Ivory w/Mineral Stitching, leather
London Tan w/Ebony Stitching, leather
Ebony w/Ivory Stitching, leather
Cashew w/Truffle Stitching, leather
Ivory w/Mineral Stitching, leather
Ebony w/Ivory Stitching, premium leather
Ivory w/Ebony Stitching, premium leather
London Tan w/Ebony Stitching, premium leather
Cashew w/Truffle Stitching, premium leather
Ivory w/Mineral Stitching, leather
Ebony/Pimento Red Stitching, premium leather
Ivory/Ebony w/Ebony Stitching, premium leather
Exterior
British Racing Green Metallic
Loire Blue Metallic
Farallon Black Premium Metallic
Yulong White Metallic
Firenze Red Metallic
Narvik Black
Santorini Black Metallic
Indus Silver Metallic
Fuji White
Carpathian Grey Premium Metallic
Corris Grey Metallic
Rosello Red Metallic
British Racing Green Metallic
Loire Blue Metallic
Farallon Black Premium Metallic
Yulong White Metallic
Firenze Red Metallic
Narvik Black
Santorini Black Metallic
Indus Silver Metallic
Fuji White
Carpathian Grey Premium Metallic
Corris Grey Metallic
Rosello Red Metallic
Fuji White
Carpathian Grey Premium Metallic
Corris Grey Metallic
British Racing Green Metallic
Loire Blue Metallic
Farallon Black Premium Metallic
Yulong White Metallic
Firenze Red Metallic
Narvik Black
Santorini Black Metallic
Indus Silver Metallic
Rosello Red Metallic
Fuji White
Carpathian Grey Premium Metallic
Corris Grey Metallic
British Racing Green Metallic
Loire Blue Metallic
Farallon Black Premium Metallic
Yulong White Metallic
Firenze Red Metallic
Narvik Black
Santorini Black Metallic
Indus Silver Metallic
Rosello Red Metallic
British Racing Green Metallic
Loire Blue Metallic
Satin Corris Grey SVO Premium Paint
Farallon Black Premium Metallic
Yulong White Metallic
Firenze Red Metallic
Narvik Black
Santorini Black Metallic
Indus Silver Metallic
Fuji White
Carpathian Grey Premium Metallic
Rosello Red Metallic
Corris Grey Metallic
Velocity Blue SVO Premium Paint