2012 Jaguar XF Preview

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By Alborz Fallah | July 02nd, 2011

Update: Jaguar XF Review

CarAdvice is in Germany test driving the new and improved Jaguar XF, the British company’s best selling model worldwide.

The 2012 model year changes to the Jaguar XF are extensive, with an interior, exterior and powertrain update. An entirely new front bumper and grille have been put in place with daytime running lamps whilst the rear gets a new taillight structure.

The interior has also seen its share of upgrades with full Bluetooth phone and audio streaming support, native support for iPod/iPhone as well as a 30gb audio storage system connected to a 7-inch TFT full colour touch screen.

The big news is the introduction of a new entry-model 2.2-litre diesel, priced from just $78,990. Jaguar Australia expects that at least a third of its XF sales will soon come from the entry model, which is positioned to take on the Germans.

Powered by the new AJ-i4D engine, the 2.2-litre diesel delivers 140kW and 450Nm of torque. It can accelerate to 100km/h in 8.5 seconds whilst consuming no more than 5.4L of diesel per 100km.

As a result of its impressive fuel economy, it also misses out on a substantial amount of luxury car tax. Making it an excellent value for money proposition.

Driven around the hilly country side of Munich, the XF diesel performed exceptionally well. Thanks to the new 8-speed ZF automatic gearbox, the entry-model XF can cruise along easily and even overtake traffic on the autobahn at speeds above 200km/h. The 450Nms of torque are accessible across the rev range, delivering excellent pull when needed.

The intelligent start stop system turns the engine off when idle but can quickly restart without delay. Jaguar says the system is 40 percent faster than competitor’s vehicles in achieving launch acceleration.

The XF also employs a system called, easy-off, which turns the vehicle off automatically and completely if the driver decides to get out (seatbelt release) when the engine is in a stop scenario.

CarAdvice is today driving the updated XF-R, so stay tuned over the next few days for a full comprehensive review of both vehicles. In the mean time, enjoy the gallery below.

Alex

Much better looking now!
Tiharne

The back of it is so0o0o0 Kia Optima!

Golfschwein

Oopsies. You do know which one came first, don’t you?

idlebrain

“The 2012 model year changes to the Jaguar XF are extensive, with an interior, exterior and powertrain update. An entirely new front bumper and grille have been put in place with daytime running lamps whilst the rear gets a new taillight structure”

So, which one did come earlier?

Golfschwein

Oh, that’s easy. The Jaguar did, in 2007.

c3vzn

I don’t think the design of a sedan could get much better than this.
laurie

CA any release date for Oz yet

http://www.caradvice.com.au/ Alborz Fallah

September is what we are told.

billy

Looking forward to September. CA where did they source the engine from?

laurie

I think its a Ford PSA engine thats used in the Mondeo & Peugeot 508 GT

billy

Ok thanks, so it’s the same engine that was seen in the Jaguar X-Type as well.

http://www.3rddesign.com 3rddesign

Amazing design and I love the features of this car.
Golfschwein

THAT’S how it should have looked from the beginning!

o

This is how it should have looked but something about not being able to fit the lighting technology at the time into these sized lights didnt meet french design rules so they had to wait until the technology caught up. Peugeot has said the same thing. Looks like this decade we will revert back to the 90s of who can make the slimmest lights.

Able

This is certainly my favourite premium saloon as it ensures that passion is built into the car. The Germans have their passion but it’s a passion for efficiency, not styling and the sex factor. Jag I have to admit you ruined the rear … yet improved the front and didn’t touch the inside!

Could prove a worthy replacement to my 330d when the time arrives .
ryan bane

Quote:
…”the entry-model XF can cruise along easily and even overtake traffic on the autobahn at speeds above 250km/h”…

um, a touch of hyperbole there perhaps? Jaguar quote a top speed of 230kph (143mph) for this model – therefore i doubt it will be overtaking at speeds above 250!

Homer

The article says 200kph….

ryan bane

it does now, appears an edit to the article has been made ;0)

RoFlmaTiC

“British company”… hehehehe.

Shak

Whats funny about that? They ARE British. Just like Volvo are still Swedish, Chrysler are still American and Jaguar/LR is still very British. Ownership means nothing. The owners are just the people shoveling cash into the company.

John

Personally I like the old model better. Had more of a ‘prestige’ look to it, and does anyone else think this resembles the XJ too much?
Karl

Absolutely stunning!
filippo

Any word on safety? The current model’s 4-star rating is positively appalling.

Roadtard

I read something about the seat design being the problem – whiplash, etc. If it’s just new seats that can’t be too hard to fix.

Nick01

The blue one looks hot!
Martin

This jag gives me wood.
http://caradvice OSU811

Great car!, now made even better IMO. I love the new styling updates!
charger

Looks fantastic i hope that it is reliable and cost effective to run (eg parts etc) and they will have a winner!
HJP

I’ll take one in white. It just looks stunning.
K20A

Stunning execution. Harmonious is the word. The new Lexus LF-Gh could learn a thing or two from XF on how to make different elements of design ‘work’,

I’ll take one in white.. 2.2D!
http://CarAdvice Rod

Simply GAWJUS!!!! Ditto, HJP!!
laurie

hmmm white seems to be the new Silver from a few years back!