Jaguar XF Saloon (2008 - 2015) 3.0d V6 S Premium Luxury (2011) 4d Auto Owner Review

I enjoy a spirited drive (remaining legal of course), my heart said Subaru Impreza for the acceleration, my head said get a diesel as i cover many miles. The Jaguar XF gives me both. You can drive the XF economically (especially when using cruise control) and it is refined, smooth, silent and amazingly comfortable. Miles slip by effortlessly. However.... Turn the gear selector to S for Sport, press the dynamic mode button and use the paddle shifts on the steering wheel to change gear and the slumbering cat turns into a snarling beast. The V6 comes alive and the speedo needle lurches clockwise but still with an ultra refined smoothness. The interior is cream leather. Piano black and aluminium. It looks and feels luxurious, especially the air con / heated seats. The back seats are large and can comfortably fit 3 adults. Boot space is large. The standard sound system is pure quality. This car has a presence and real character, I prefer it over it’s German rivals. My car is 7 years old so you have to expect issues, a fuel sensor failed but was fixed foc by the dealer I bought it from. Otherwise, I’m totally impressed, happy and always keen to get in and press the starter button.