Jaguar XJ is one of the most iconic sedans ever produced by the brand. Jaguar is celebrating the 50th anniversary of this luxury sedan with the launch of the 2018 Jaguar XJ that comes with a supercharged engine for breathtaking performance. The 8th generation of this beautifully sculpted flagship sedan has been updated to have a new infotainment system, a selection of advanced technologies and an option between two powerful supercharged engines to truly make it a sedan worthy of the momentous occasion.
The designers at Jaguar have redesigned the exterior for a sporty look with sculpted lines and sharp curves that add to the beauty of the vehicle. The interior has been designed while keeping the comfort of the occupants in mind with state-of-the-art comfort and convenience features.
As for the performance, the 2018 Jaguar XJ comes with two supercharged engine options for a breathtaking performance. With a choice between V6 and V8 engine options, the 2018 Jaguar XJ delivers a thrilling ride without compromising on the efficiency and ride comfort of its occupants.
Here is a review of the 2018 Jaguar XJ available in the UAE with a closer look at its design, performance, safety features and a lot more.
Design of the 2018 Jaguar XJ
The 2018 Jaguar XJ has a spectacular design that makes the vehicle appear to be in motion even when it is standing still. The exterior of the sedan has been incredibly crafted with dynamic lines and sculpted edges for an authoritative appeal while the interior has been designed to be all-luxury with latest convenience features and technologies.
Exterior
The 2018 Jaguar XJ has been designed to be stylish and commanding at the same time. The front of the vehicle has the signature Jaguar grille with black mesh and chrome accents. Below the large grille is a wider air dam and two large air intakes to enhance the engine cooling function. Flanking the grille on both sides are the LED headlights with the brand’s unique “Double J” Daytime Running Lights that add a touch of style and class to the overall aggressive front fascia.
The hood of the vehicle has been sharply sculpted to make the front fascia more aerodynamic and accentuate the aggressive appeal of the sedan. From the sides, the vehicle looks sporty and edgy, thanks to its lower and wider stance that is further accentuated by 20-inch wheels. A floating roofline emphasizes the low, wide and long profile of the vehicle and adds to the aerodynamics of the vehicle as well.
The rear of the 2018 Jaguar XJ features many signature design elements that make the vehicle recognizable even from a distance. The taillights have retained the signature “J” design with illuminated running lights, while the elliptical tailpipes have been added to signify the sedan’s power and agility.
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Interior
The interior of the 2018 Jaguar XJ has been designed while keeping the comfort of the occupants in mind. The designers at Jaguar have left no stone unturned in order to ensure that the occupants have easy access to the latest comfort and convenience features while at the same time, they have ensured that the cabin retains the luxurious appeal of a Jaguar.
The cabin of the 2018 Jaguar XJ is all-luxury with hand-crafted veneers, real wood trims and high-quality leather upholstery for the comfort of occupants. As for in-cabin technologies, the sedan comes with Jaguar InControl Touch Pro Infotainment System, InControl Apps, Wi-Fi, 12.3-inch HD Driver Display, 10.2-inch Touchscreen and a lot more.
A panoramic sunroof has been added as standard while some of the highlighting in-cabin features include heated and ventilated seats, Bluetooth, Navigation System, Ambient Lighting, Premium Audio System, Voice Command, 10-inch Dual Touchscreen Rear Entertainment System and a lot more.
Performance of the 2018 Jaguar XJ
The 2018 Jaguar XJ is a rear-wheel drive luxury sedan that comes with two supercharged engine options that are V6 and V8. The V8 engine option comes with three variants that deliver different levels of horsepower and torque. All engine options that are available with the 2018 Jaguar XJ have been paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission.
Engine Options available for the 2018 Jaguar XJ
The first engine option available is a 3.0-litre supercharged V6 engine that is capable of producing 340 horsepower and 450Nm of torque. With this engine, the all-new Jaguar XJ has a top speed of 250 Km/h, can go from 0 to 100 Km/h in just 5.9 seconds and has a fuel efficiency of 10.6 Km/L.
The second engine option available is a 5.0-litre supercharged V8 engine that is capable of producing 385 horsepower and 515Nm of torque. With this engine, the sedan can go from 0 to 100 Km/h in just 5.7 seconds with a top speed of 250 Km/h and has a fuel efficiency of 9.7 Km/L.
The engineers at Jaguar have tuned this supercharged V8 engine so that it can produce 470 horsepower and 575Nm of torque. With this variant of the V8 engine, the 2018 Jaguar XJ can go from 0 to 100 Km/h in just 5.2 seconds with a top speed of 250 Km/h while offering a fuel efficiency of 8.8 Km/L.
The engineers have further tuned the V8 engine so that it can generate 510 horsepower and 625Nm of torque. With this variant of the V8 engine, the 2018 Jaguar XJ can go from 0 to 100 Km/h in just 4.9 seconds with a top speed of 250 Km/h and has a fuel efficiency of 8.8 Km/L.
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Additional Performance Attributes
The 2018 Jaguar XJ is the lightest vehicle in its class, thanks to its all-aluminum monocoque chassis and body structure. The sedan has excellent power-to-weight ratio to improve the overall performance of the vehicle while the rigidity of the suspension helps in improving the handling at all speeds.
Also part of the sedan is the Adaptive Dynamics System that continuously monitors the driving conditions up to 500 times per second to improve the control of the vehicle and enhance ride comfort. The 2018 Jaguar XJ comes with Jaguar Drive Control, which offers two driving modes that are Dynamic Mode and Winter Mode.
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Safety Features
The 2018 Jaguar XJ has been fitted with some of the top-of-the-line safety features. The advanced driver assistance system ensures that the occupants are safe at all times while the driver gets a confidence boost while driving this supercharged sedan.
Some of the stand out safety features in the 2018 Jaguar XJ include:
- Lane Departure Warning
- Advanced Airbags System
- Lane Keeping Assist
- Anti-lock Braking System
- Drive Condition Monitoring System
- Traction Control System
- Adaptive Cruise Control with Queue Assist Sense
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
- Electronic Stability Control
- Park Assist
- Rear Collision Warning System
- 360° Parking Distance Control
- Surround Camera
- Reverse Traffic Detection System
- Advanced Driver Assistance Systems
- Traffic Sign Recognition System
- Closing Vehicle Sensing System
- Blind Spot Monitoring System
The optional safety features in the 2018 Jaguar XJ include:
- Adaptive Front Lighting
- Automatic High Beam Assist
Price of the 2018 Jaguar XJ in the UAE
The 2018 Jaguar XJ is already available in the UAE with two supercharged engine options and multiple trim levels. The starting price of the 2018 Jaguar XJ with V6 engine is AED 316,365 that can go as high as AED 512,300 with optional features and technologies. On the other hand, the 2018 Jaguar XJ with V8 engine has a starting price of AED 516,900 that can go as high as AED 644,500 with the optional features and technologies.
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