Jaguar XF R-Sport V6 Diesel - Any Opinions
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My wife is looking for a used 'new' car and has seen a 2014 Jaguar XF R-Sport V6 Diesel that has taken her fancy.
Looking on the internet there doesn't seen to be many reviews of this particular model so I was just wondering if anyone has any experiences with these and if there are any watch outs?
Its the 240 bhp version if that makes any difference.
Looking on the internet there doesn't seen to be many reviews of this particular model so I was just wondering if anyone has any experiences with these and if there are any watch outs?
Its the 240 bhp version if that makes any difference.
Excellent cars, great engine.
R-sport is essentially entry level so rides well given the deep tyre profile but has the same basic seats as a Luxury which I'd recommend spending longer sitting in than a 'round the block test drive' as I didn't find they were supportive enough or had enough adjustment after 20mins or so.
I think heated seats were an option too, that can be a deal breaker for some.
I'd personally hold out for a Premium Luxury or Portfolio.
Cheers,
Chris
R-sport is essentially entry level so rides well given the deep tyre profile but has the same basic seats as a Luxury which I'd recommend spending longer sitting in than a 'round the block test drive' as I didn't find they were supportive enough or had enough adjustment after 20mins or so.
I think heated seats were an option too, that can be a deal breaker for some.
I'd personally hold out for a Premium Luxury or Portfolio.
Cheers,
Chris
Just before we got our dog I went from an XKR to a XF R-Sport V6 3.0 Sportbrake.
Initially I was afraid I'd resent the "downgrade".
My first long trip a couple weeks after picking it up was London > Chester > Italian Alps > London
It was perfect. Fast, comfy & economical. Not the theatre of the XKR but lovely place to be in.
I'd still have it now if we didn't now live up a single track road that floods regularly. and I want at least a fighting chance of getting out if we have a bit of snow....
Mine was a 64 reg, bought at about 6 months old (Aston Martin dealer principles car apparently), owned for 6 years and no expense other than the servicing and consumables
Initially I was afraid I'd resent the "downgrade".
My first long trip a couple weeks after picking it up was London > Chester > Italian Alps > London
It was perfect. Fast, comfy & economical. Not the theatre of the XKR but lovely place to be in.
I'd still have it now if we didn't now live up a single track road that floods regularly. and I want at least a fighting chance of getting out if we have a bit of snow....
Mine was a 64 reg, bought at about 6 months old (Aston Martin dealer principles car apparently), owned for 6 years and no expense other than the servicing and consumables
Edited by babelfish on Thursday 10th February 02:31
I've run one of these (3.0 TD with 240 bhp) for the last 7 years. Bought secondhand at 20,000 miles, and have put 60,000 miles on it. No problems at all with the car during that period. Regularly see 50mpg on motorway runs, I'm surprised how economical the car has been on fuel.
My car has 60/40 folding rear seats, even though it is a saloon. I'm not sure all cars have it? I have found this a very useful feature for sometimes getting a bike in the boot, and getting long boxes in from Ikea.
Only major expense was new brake disks and pads all round, and the car was 9 years old at that point. I was expecting it to get through brake pads quicker than it has done, but it's been fine.
I've had no issues at all with electrics, and the car has lived up to the positive reviews I read before buying.
My car has 60/40 folding rear seats, even though it is a saloon. I'm not sure all cars have it? I have found this a very useful feature for sometimes getting a bike in the boot, and getting long boxes in from Ikea.
Only major expense was new brake disks and pads all round, and the car was 9 years old at that point. I was expecting it to get through brake pads quicker than it has done, but it's been fine.
I've had no issues at all with electrics, and the car has lived up to the positive reviews I read before buying.
Thank you for all the replies.
The car in question has Sat-nav, heated seats, front and rear parking sensors, bluetooth, split fold seats so a reasonable spec for its age.. I cant tell what sized wheels it has, they are split rims in gloss black.
My concern is over the seats, they don't look that supportive at this trim level, it would be a shame to have a lovely car ruined if it kills your back on a long journey.
The car in question has Sat-nav, heated seats, front and rear parking sensors, bluetooth, split fold seats so a reasonable spec for its age.. I cant tell what sized wheels it has, they are split rims in gloss black.
My concern is over the seats, they don't look that supportive at this trim level, it would be a shame to have a lovely car ruined if it kills your back on a long journey.
My wife decided it was the car for her and it was delivered this afternoon, to be fair its a lovely looking car in the R-Sport black trim and it has some nice extras (heated seats, reversing camera, 20" wheels).
I can see what people meant with the comments on the seats, these ones don't have the adjustable lumbar and bolster support which is a shame, the seats are adequate but could have been amazing. It also only has the standard stereo, coming from a B&O equipped Audi it is a bit of a step down, however from a practical perspective the heated front screen is a massive plus, not had a car with one since we sold the Puma 12 years ago (proper Puma not the crossover thing).
I have only managed a quick drive to the shops but for a reasonably sized car it handles effortlessly and picks up speed easily and in a refined way (well more refined than my S5).
At the weekend I noticed that the timing belt was due, the dealership agreed to a discount to cover the cost so all sorted financially but we just need to find a garage to do it.
There is a sticker saying that a Jaguar GPS tracker is attached, any ideas how we can tell if its still fitted, and if so how we would register our details against it?
I can see what people meant with the comments on the seats, these ones don't have the adjustable lumbar and bolster support which is a shame, the seats are adequate but could have been amazing. It also only has the standard stereo, coming from a B&O equipped Audi it is a bit of a step down, however from a practical perspective the heated front screen is a massive plus, not had a car with one since we sold the Puma 12 years ago (proper Puma not the crossover thing).
I have only managed a quick drive to the shops but for a reasonably sized car it handles effortlessly and picks up speed easily and in a refined way (well more refined than my S5).
At the weekend I noticed that the timing belt was due, the dealership agreed to a discount to cover the cost so all sorted financially but we just need to find a garage to do it.
There is a sticker saying that a Jaguar GPS tracker is attached, any ideas how we can tell if its still fitted, and if so how we would register our details against it?
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