RE: Jaguar reveals XJ50 Anniversary Edition
Discussion
sifocus said:
I was sales manager at jag a few years back and work for Land Rover now. Has anyone driven the xj diesel? It’s the worlds best kept secret. It drives really really well and still looks stunning. The v8’s are trying to find their way into svr product which have a waiting list so I guess the v8’s are lining up for them. The diesel is shared with Land Rover and is readily available to use and suits the current car with good mpg. When I was at manchester jag I think we sold about 4 v8 xj’s in 2 years to give you an idea of demand. I guess that’s why they have stuck with diesel. The xj hasn’t got the tech of newer models but to actually drive is better than any other big saloon - The right balance of comfort but still fun to drive. The new model has a big surprise coming so enjoy the current one whilst you can!
No it isn't. Drove a brand new diesel one over 3 days for quite some distance. The engine is perfectly good for the car, but nothing special. In today's marketplace even a boggo modern 520d/e-class is a much, much better car as a diesel package.I have a soft spot for these cars, but because of that, personally i think they should be a full fat V8 and be pushed to the g-wagon, excess crowd. It suits the left-field, off-beat nature of the car much better.
DonkeyApple said:
What’s happened to Gay Don? I didn’t don’t think we could have an article on a JLR product without him?
I think poor old Don has been given the chop. Rumour is he was the guy in charge of getting JLR ready for WLTP; he had a quick bash at a PHEV Rangey and then called lunch.Gassing Station | General Gassing | Top of Page | What's New | My Stuff