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I'm Sold and I have only seen the intro.

I had the good fortune to own a Supersport for a while, and it was simply epic. Better-equipped than the R, slightly more pliant ride, slightly more subtle appearance. The looks grew on me more and more over time. Every journey was an occasion and the engine was perfectly happy either cruising gently or ripping your face off. We took it on a tour to Scotland and it was fabulous both at eating distances and blasting down twisty roads with the astonishing engine at full roar. I can confirm getting solidly into the 30s mpg on a long run, or about 5mpg in traffic. Don't sit in traffic. I think this car is a classic and I miss mine every day.

Personally, I love the styling of the XJ even from the back. Nothing else in this class, has such beautiful lines. Hated the blacked out C-pillar when it was launched, and still think the air vents look like gargoyles in the dashboard, but apart from those minute details, I love the XJ.

I went to a JLR dealer in Preston a few years a go with my brother who owned a XF, he went to get it serviced. I love Range Rovers so happily sat in them on the showroom floor and unfortunately was not impressed at all. So, I walked through the glass doors to the Jaguar showroom and looked at this beautiful car called the XJ! I got in and settled into the most comfortable, well fitting machine and fell in love. I did not want to get out! My brother came looking for me and I was in dream mode in 'my' XJ. It was beautiful! It is beautiful and I went off Range Rovers there and then.

Spectacular review there. A few years ago I almost bought a Merc E-Class because - on paper - it seemed like the best on the Market. However, I felt that I'd always be looking over at a Jag with envy every time one pulled up next to me. Several years on and I'm on my third Jag. No regrets

There really isn't enough X351 XJR content online. It seems to have fallen somewhat into obscurity. Launched just a little too early to capitalise on the KZfaq boom I assume. Absolutely love this car.

I'm 22 years old and this car is easily one of the most beautiful of my generation. The back-end is the best part!

Thank you for reviewing these! Please continue to review these special Jags! The LEGEND should never die! If we keep talking & driving them!

This has a similar charm to the Maserati quattroporte. It's appeal is in its character as much as its competence. You get the sense there may be a body or two in the boot.

I’ve got a plain 3.0 XJL but it’s got the Satin Zebrano wood veneer. The interior flavour is second to none. The luxury experience value is hard to beat, as long as you remember that maintenance costs will always reflect a flagship luxury car no matter your purchase price.

That rear and the size makes it, for me, the only modern Jag that is imposing. Was very sorry to see the old XJ design gone for good but this has grown on me. The smaller saloons' rears are sort of generic looking.

3 words what a car

Have to disagree it’s 13years old and still looks good. Look at a 13year old 7 or a8 there heavily dated and look like stretched versions of the smaller car in the range. XJ is a classic

I prefer the back from the front. But overall gorgeous. I recall Clarksons race against the sunrise on top gear as my personal favourite memory closely followed by the "yes, but is it a proper jaaaag" that made jaaaags even cooler. Shame jaaag never seemed to realise that could be used as a selling point and have lost their way for me now.

If I remember correctly on the air suspension there were two options - comfort and sports. I believe you could option either across the range so the car you briefly owned could have had the sports setup, and this one tested could have been optioned with comfort air suspension.

The Audi S8 was essentially an RS model without the associated badging, it was built in the same plant as other RS models and had the power.

16:45 There it is, I was wondering when we were gonna hear it.

Without watching it, this is exactly the type of car I was going to suggest instead of a cayenne turbo for you James, a powerful jag saloon 👌

Thanks J, always good to see this Jag type on the channel! 🙏🙏

Such a unique and involving, large and very driver centric car. You're right that it was undervalued while it was new. Looks like people are belatedly wise-ing up !!

In Jag terminology, the two logos are called the "growler" and the "leaper". And yes, growlers make perfect steering wheel hubs.

I always think about Ride Along 2 whenever this Jag comes up

Styling is amazing to my eye.

Love this car so much! For me, the X351 XJR is the only big saloon I'd consider, and for me a lot of it is the looks (which I'd say is one of the best designs ever made) and the engine, but also the fact that they put the effort in to make it light (for the size). If I ever need more than 2 doors, this is straight where I'm going!

Hi James. Lately, I’ve found myself drawn to your reviews of all different types of cars and something I like is that your delivery and reasoning reminds me of James May’s. Reviews are always pleasant…. Keep it up

That opening shot when you're coming over the hill genuinely looked like a pouncing jaguar haha. awesome shot. I would rock this car if I could for sure!

This video most certainly caught my eye today. I was at work when it popped up. So having got back home, KFC in hand I sat down to watch your video. So thanks to this video in particular, the older I get, the more a Jaguar catches my attention. I was also lucky when I was much younger. I got the chance to drive my dad’s Jaguar’s. Both 4.2 Jaguar XJ’s. So I do remember how those felt. Even at speed that were like a red carpet. Anyway, great video. I’m looking on eBay & Autotrader now 😉

The XJ is the only modern Jaguar I'd truly consider owning since my introduction of it on Top Gear racing across Britain. It was a sight to behold 😻 I'd pull a Cannonball with it here in the states if it would survive 😼

A shame they discontinued it, according to the then CEO Ballore, the next gen was cancelled because it was an ICE/EV platform as opposed to EV bespoke. Now that he stepped down and Jaguar are trying to go even more upmarket, there seems to be potential of something of its category

No luxury car comes close to the X351 Jaguar XJ. From its stunning design to the awesome ride & handling balance, it is just an absolute stunner. It has more road presence than even a Bentley Continental or Maybach. Such a shame they ended the XJ 😔.

Forget expensive in car entertainment. Just listen to that soundtrack, wherever you go. Worth every penny. 😊

It's a beauty - the rear lights are very Facel Vega-esque and let's be honest the Facel Vega is an absolute beauty - just like the XJ.

James thanks for a great video on a very interesting XJR a truly remarkable car,I am very impressed 👏 😀 👍

I'm lucky enough to be driving a XJR-575. Think I've a future classic on my hands here. It is as Jay says a great all rounder. More than happy to keep it. Best bit is surprising other 'sports' cars that think its a slow diesel. Errr nope!!! Cya!

I have owned my XJR 66 plate in Ultimate Black since it was 12 months old, and must say having owned an XFR before, and many BMW's it is the best car I have owned, and driven. I always find myself grinning when you hit that star button, JayEmm report is almost making have second thoughts about selling it, which is my plan in the next few weeks. Personal I love its looks even its rump

Great review James, very informative! Right up my street

I love the overall design, elegant with a bit of brutishness,sounds great too!!

Greetings from Australia 🇦🇺. The rear styling of this car is awesome 👌 it's just you... .love your videos.

Great article, certainly got me thinking. Thanks!

I beg to disagree. This is indeed the most beautiful car ever made!

❤ my Jags! Thanks for featuring!

I saw one of these beauties parked on a street and fell in love instantly... Now that many new cars are boring and overdesigned with useless shiny bits just to catch the eye... This beauty has grace and style....Even if It was black with all black interior ,. It was all magic. I stopped and took some photos of that beauty... Couldn't stop gazing at it 😁... And I had just bought my first jag a month ago, an all black 🖤 interior F-pace.... When I grew up I was from a poor family, never thought I would ever have a jag and a love for such a car .. well here I am, the " lesser" all black interior is for me just a beautiful black cat 😺

My dad has been a jaguar owner for 25 years. He very much feels that they have lost the plot. Why would they get rid of their flagship vehicle. Just cheapens the brand overall.

Sorry, but I think the back of the Jaguar XJ is absolutely gorgeous

I have to say, you're the only person I've ever heard of anywhere that doesn't like the styling. I think it's superb. I didn't even know what a floating roof was supposed to be anyway, but once you get in you won't care much what it looks like on the outside anyway. I'd love one, but my 2009 XF is as much as I can afford. That's fine because I'm totally happy with it and it's been completely reliable in the 7 years I've had it.

I've got 2014 XJR and absolutely love it . Had 575 map done the thing is amazing in race mode.

I greatly prefer the x350 and the more distinctive look that instantly said “Jaguar.”

I think it looks really great! One of my top saloon designs

Got the XJ R-Sport - one of the sexiest cars Jaguar and Ian Callum ever made, and a sublime car to own. Anyone who says otherwise because of the back or its too different from the previous models, thats exactly what it needed! Or else itll remain a stuffy old niche catering for the oldies like Morgan.

Epic styling from the outside they nail it with this model.

Never been in a Jag before, but i love these XJ's

I wish they had made a 4wd estate with this supercharged engine, i need those extra features. Lovely car I've driven many jags and had a few at home. I drove XJR supercharged from 1999ish, and the XKR too. The latter is FAR better balanced. But I fish and shoot and drive down farm tracks and snow and mud, hence the 4x4 need

Fantastic review love the high quality finish and that v8 sound is adorable cheers I want one 👌🙏

I have had my xjr for the past 5 years and love it. It won’t take your comments about it’s looks seriously…given your dress sense..😮😂

Great review of a great car. I sold my XJL last July and truly regret it, It was a car that made an occasion of every drive and when you parked it and looked back always brought a smile and sense of pride.I think i will get another one, shame that they have stopped producing them. Jaguar dealers where a rip off when servicing, charging silly money for a car that was so easy to service at home. (But no service stamp that goes against selling on price)

Made to make my mouth water! Definitely my next XJ!

Tragedy they stopped making this beautiful car. I owned and XF for years and loved it. Totally reliable. Wanted to buy the XJ but they had stopped making them. So bought an F Pace SVR instead. What a machine same engine 550bhp 700nm of torque and really butch looks. So Jag haven’t quite lost it yet! So glad that useless French CEO has gone. They need a proper CEO with a handle bar moustache, that used to fly Spitfires to make them properly Jag again! Oh yes and put a real engine in that ipace.

Beautiful car & a nice review. The xjs aren't without faults, rattling sunroof mostly, but cracking cars.

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder,I love it

I have an FX S in the same colour and with the same colour code interior. I love it.

Now as a jag owner already this is something i would definitely have.

very nice its a real shame they stopped making these would have liked to see how if they made a new one how it would compare to the germen rivals

Amazing sound track!

I had an XJR 575, 1 of 80, I regret selling it every second of every day.

Great car! Love this generation of Jag XJ

Always wanted a Jag as remember going out in my parents XJ12 years ago and loving it, so when an XJR came up in the right spec (British Racing Green) I p/x my Mercedes E43 AMG for an XJR- and very pleased I did! Total Jag convert. Love the styling, comfort, sound, ride, luxury interior and effortless power, only downside is high fuel consumption. Seeing as you pick them up for £25-30k now- it’s an incredible amount of car for the price. Cannot recommend one enough.

Best car channel. Change my mind

Love that. Not keen on the rear end but love the red leather.

Utterly beautiful car

I like this Jaguar Design the most after the older XJ V12 Coupè for some reasons I can`t explain.

Honestly one of the best bargain cars out there

Yes, I have driven an XJ. It was sublime. It was some years ago now, but I feel an S8 was close. Both were on aluminium chassis. The XJ was nicer to steer around corners, though.

Magnificent Car! I has always bemused me why this didn’t sell in huge numbers during its life. I am also one who has to disagree with you, Sir. I love the rear angle of this beautiful car.

Loved the XJR575. I've had thoughts about buying a grey XJR and having satin PPF applied to give that matte grey finish of the 575.

It's a lovely shape overall let down by many details. Grille, C pillar and, especially, the naff badges

Stunning vehicle!

That V8 sound is truly wonderful

Have an XFR with a pulley and map which makes a bit more power than this XJR! It's a phenomenal powertrain for sure. Absolute joy to drive, and a pleasure to sit in. But despite being one of the more reliable jags, there are still a plethora of issues that can cost you a couple of grand at any point, which along with the tax and fuel cost doesn't make for a comforting ownership experience.

I’ve Loved Jag’s since My Dad’s XK140!!!!

"But I must be getting old because I think it actually looks a little bit better in wood" Hahaahah Fantastic :) This Jaguar is a Fantastic place to be and is the best XJ ever!

I am the very happy owner of a 2014 XJ Portfolio 3ltr diesel. An incredible car that is luxurios, refined, powerful and economical. In four years of ownership it has cost me a replacement battery (small stop start battery), rear brake pads and two rear tyres. It is a joy to drive and own, but, I would swop it for the beast that is the XJR!

Honestly what you describe is just so familiar to my XE S, had the V6 and i would casually get 40MPG consistently as the engine would stick at 650 RPM crusing and i just wouldnt use the power, I was even 27 when i got mine and it was a similar story, ex staff owned it AFAIK I just love this generation of jags, These days i just feel "if something went wrong though" they are a reliable car overall, but it does require attention like a luxury car of course, and overall i just want less tech, to the point where im considering getting another one, just to have a specialist strip all the gadgets down and it not be fussed that its missing 80% of the features that it comes with as standard ha.

Funfact: The rear clusters were designed to imitate the Jaguar's claws. As told to a friend who did a factory tour.

I have the XJLR 2017 and I love it. And it was my first car ever because I have always had Chevy Tahoe's. If you are able to get one of these in good to great condition I highly recommend.

That sound❤️

Beautiful car. ❤

My favourite saloon car ever !

The 2010-2019 is the only full sized sedan I could truly see myself owning. It’s gorgeous from all angles, sporty, still comfortable and had specs that did not make it feel like an old personas car.

It's lovely!

"Its jumping into the past not the future", sounds like marketing babble to me. You are right that it should be a face on jaguar though

Firstly, when you mentioned Portfolio spec and showed the diamond patterned seats, rear screens, etc, as far as I know, that's the autobiography spec. I've owned the 2013 3.0ltr supercharged portfolio now for 5 months. It has the same engine as the V8 but slightly reworked with two blanked pistons. I wanted the R, but the one I bought was only on 16,000 miles, it had been garaged all its life and serviced every 2000 miles, it was under £19,000 so it was a no brainer. It's basically a new car. And besides that, they were too much money. The styling is something I love. From every angle, rear included, it's stunning. It's aggressive, sleek, well proportioned and above all there's nothing else like it. You pull up behind an X351 and you know instantly what it is. Pull up behind and S class or 7 series or A8 and you have to look at the badge. You said you can't connect your phone to the infotainment? I Bluetooth my phone for full audio and calls no problem, unless I misunderstood? The 3.0ltr supercharged engine is a wonderful thing. 320ftlb torque with 340bhp, smooth and ample power. I've spoken to V8 XJ owners, who love them but they've said that sometimes it's too much power. The only slight drawback of the V6 supercharged is that to get that ripping snorting sound you have to floor it. But that said, the XJ is by far and away the best car I've ever owned and I've owned BMW, Mercedes, Lexus, and an XF.

Funny thing is. That the same Jag is already for sale on Autotrader. Curious why. I have x351 with 3.0L Diesel and would love to have the V8 version. Diesel is great and fast, but V8 is the way to go.

best looking sedan ever! for me!a keeper!

I was fortunate enough to own a 2013 xjr and it is still my favourite car that I've ever owned. I px'd it for an XKRS which is far more dramatic but I still prefer the xjr and will have another at some point!

That ‘band’ around the dash is referred to as the ‘Riva hoop’- after the beautiful Riva Boats.

I just purchased a 2011 Model to replace the 2015 I had 3 years ago I lost it.. Literally drove from Michigan to Chicago to pay for it to keep other buyers from taking it from me tired as hell but proud of my purchase going to Chicago Saturday morning and bringing it back to Michigan

That noise! 🤗

I have a xjr 2016 since November last year and love it, can’t see my changing for some time. Before this I have a xj portfolio 2015 v6 diesel but unfortunately after 6 weeks of ownership the crank snapped, new engine needed. Fortunately dealer reimbursed me which is why I went for the v8 monster.

Hi James a Jaguar XK(8) review would be cool as well!